SeeAbility - Applewood Residential Home
SeeAbility - Applewood Residential Home is a residential care home in Seaford, East Sussex (BN25 4PZ). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About SeeAbility - Applewood Residential Home
We at SeeAbility Applewood Residential Home offer specialist residential care in the coastal town of Seaford, East Sussex, supporting adults with learning disabilities, autism, sensory impairments and associated mental health needs in a setting designed around each person we welcome. Nestled within the BN postcode area of Seaford, our home benefits from the calm, welcoming atmosphere of this South Coast community. The seaside location provides a gentle, familiar backdrop for daily life, whilst the town itself offers accessible local amenities, green spaces and the wider connections of East Sussex on the doorstep. Inside, we aim to create a home that feels genuinely homely, where residents can enjoy their own personal space alongside shared areas that encourage companionship, relaxation and everyday moments of joy. Our specialism lies in supporting younger adults and other residents living with learning disabilities and autism, including those who also experience visual or hearing impairments or mental health needs. In practice, this means our approach is highly individualised. We take time to understand each person, how they communicate, what brings them comfort, and what helps them feel confident and in control of their day. For residents with sensory impairments, this can involve thoughtful adjustments to the environment, tailored communication approaches, and consistent routines that build trust. For those living with autism, we focus on predictability, sensory awareness and respect for personal preferences, so that daily life feels calm and manageable. Alongside long term residential care, we also offer respite care, giving families and regular carers the reassurance of a trusted place their loved one can stay for shorter periods. Whether respite is needed to support a family break, recovery, or simply a change of scene, we work closely with everyone involved to make the stay feel positive and person centred from the very first visit. We know that choosing a care home is a deeply personal decision, and quality matters. Our most recent Care Quality Commission inspection, carried out in May 2024, rated us as Good overall, with Good ratings across all five key areas: Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive and Well led. For families, this offers independent reassurance that the support we provide is consistent, that residents are treated with kindness and dignity, and that the home is thoughtfully led with the wellbeing of those we care for at its heart. If you are exploring residential or respite care in Seaford for someone you love, we warmly invite you to get in touch. We would be delighted to answer your questions, listen to what matters most to your family, and arrange a visit so you can experience the atmosphere of Applewood for yourself. Choosing the right home takes time, and we are here to support you every step of the way.
Care provided at SeeAbility - Applewood Residential Home
- Mental health care
- Learning disability and autism support
- Sensory impairment support
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 13 May 2024
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
How SeeAbility - Applewood Residential Home compares in Lewes
Measured against the 43 care homes registered in Lewes. The dark dot is this home.
- Size
- 5 places. Smaller than 41 of the 43 homes. The local average is 28 places.
- CQC rating
- Good. 32 of the 43 homes (74%) are rated Good or Outstanding. Across East Sussex the figure is 79%.
- Latest report
- 13 May 2024. 17 of the 43 homes have published a newer inspection report since.
- Registered
- December 2010. One of the longer established homes. 39 of the 43 registered more recently.
Powered by Orrery Intelligence. Data: CQC register and Food Standards Agency ratings. Counts cover registered care homes in Lewes.
The local picture: Lewes
What the numbers say about care for older people in Lewes, in East Sussex.
What care costs in East Sussex, per week
| Type of care | What the council pays | What self-funders are typically asked |
|---|
| Residential care | £929 | £1,500 to £1,809 (South East figure, because too few East Sussex homes publish this price. 107 homes. Median £1,600.) |
| Nursing care | £994 | £1,617 to £2,080 (South East figure, because too few East Sussex homes publish this price. 63 homes. Median £1,933.) |
| Residential dementia care | Not published separately | £1,571 to £1,942 (South East figure, because too few East Sussex homes publish this price. 82 homes. Median £1,709.) |
| Nursing dementia care | Not published separately | £1,975 to £2,226 (South East figure, because too few East Sussex homes publish this price. 37 homes. Median £2,050.) |
Published prices are often starting prices, and come from homes that publish fees, so treat them as a guide. Ask the home for its own price.
- People aged 75 and over: 15,500. Rising to 18,000 by 2035, up 16%
- People aged 85 and over: 4,400. Rising to 6,400 by 2035, up 47%
- Living with dementia, aged 65 and over (estimate): 2,000. Rising to 2,500 by 2035, up 24%
- Dementia diagnosis rate: 57%. The NHS ambition is 67%. East Sussex as a whole is 61%.
- Care home beds per 1,000 people aged 75+: 62. East Sussex average is 88.
- Care homes, last 12 months: 0 opened, 0 closed. 5 changed owner, covering 203 beds.
- Care home beds filled across East Sussex: 83%. The 12 month average is 83%.
- Who pays, across East Sussex (estimate): 33% council, 47% self. The rest is NHS funded or other.
Powered by Orrery Intelligence. Market model built 22 October 2026 (ONS 2022 based population projections, dementia estimates, CQC register), published care home prices, council planning records.
Good to know about SeeAbility - Applewood Residential Home
Facts from public registers, and what is close by.
- Registered with CQC
- 15 December 2010, so 15 years.
- Run by
- The Royal School for the Blind, which runs 20 adult social care services in England. 12 of the 13 that have a rating are rated Good or Outstanding.
Sources: CQC register, Food Standards Agency, OpenStreetMap contributors. Distances are in a straight line from the postcode, not walking or driving routes.
Local services near SeeAbility - Applewood Residential Home
The closest places to this home, measured in a straight line from its postcode. They are the nearest, not necessarily the ones the home uses. Ask the home which GP, dentist and pharmacy its residents are registered with.
Nearest 24 hour A&E
- Eastbourne District General Hospital, Eastbourne, 6.9 miles away
It is about 6.9 miles in a straight line from the postcode. The drive is usually longer. In an emergency call 999; the ambulance may take you elsewhere.
Nearest GP practices
Nearest dentists
Nearest pharmacies
Nearest railway stations
- Seaford Station, 0.7 miles away
- Bishopstone Station, 1.5 miles away
- Newhaven Harbour Station, 2.9 miles away
Around SeeAbility - Applewood Residential Home
- H: SeeAbility - Applewood Residential Home
- A: 24 hour A&E
- G: GP practice
- D: Dentist
- P: Pharmacy
- S: Railway station
Straight line distances, not routes. Places very close to the home are spread out slightly so they can be told apart.
Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Practice and pharmacy details from the NHS England Organisation Data Service. A&E sites from NHS England A&E data and the Organisation Data Service. Railway stations from the Department for Transport NaPTAN dataset. Distances are straight line and approximate.
Common questions about SeeAbility - Applewood Residential Home
Where is SeeAbility - Applewood Residential Home located?
SeeAbility - Applewood Residential Home is a residential care home in Seaford, East Sussex, BN25 4PZ. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does SeeAbility - Applewood Residential Home provide?
SeeAbility - Applewood Residential Home is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Mental health care, Learning disability and autism support, Sensory impairment support, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is SeeAbility - Applewood Residential Home's CQC rating?
SeeAbility - Applewood Residential Home is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 13 May 2024. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does SeeAbility - Applewood Residential Home offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. SeeAbility - Applewood Residential Home offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about SeeAbility - Applewood Residential Home
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
No. SeeAbility - Applewood Residential Home is not listed for dementia care on the CQC register. If dementia is likely, choose a home that is, so a second move is not needed later.
Is there a nurse on site if health needs change?
No. SeeAbility - Applewood Residential Home is a residential care home without on-site nursing. District nurses and GPs visit, but someone who needs daily nursing may have to move to a nursing home.
Can they try a short stay before deciding?
Yes. Yes. SeeAbility - Applewood Residential Home offers respite and short stays, which is a good way to see whether the home is the right fit.
Will they support end of life care, so there is no move at the hardest time?
Ask the home. End of life care is not listed on the register. Ask the manager whether residents can remain in the home with hospice or district nurse support.
Can she bring her cat or dog?
Ask the home. The home has not told us its pet policy yet. Ask directly; some homes allow small pets in residents' rooms or welcome visiting dogs.
Can a couple stay together?
Ask the home. We do not know whether the home has rooms for couples. Ask about shared or adjoining rooms if this matters.
Will the council help pay, or is it self funded only?
Ask the home. The home has not told us which funding it accepts. Most homes take both council funded and self funded residents; ask about council rates and any top up.
Do they take younger adults as well as older people?
Yes. Yes. SeeAbility - Applewood Residential Home supports younger adults as well as older people.
Can I visit before deciding, and are there visiting hours?
Ask the home. Every home should welcome a visit. Call to arrange one, ideally at a mealtime or during an activity, and ask about visiting hours for family.
Typical weekly fees in the South East
SeeAbility - Applewood Residential Home has not published its fees yet. These are typical weekly fees for the South East, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.
- Residential care: £1,100 to £1,450 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the South East, not a quote from SeeAbility - Applewood Residential Home. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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