Greenways Care home
Greenways Care home is a residential care home in Brighton, West Sussex (BN42 4DH). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Greenways Care home
Greenways is a residential care home in Brighton. We are home to older people, we support residents living with dementia, and we offer respite stays for those who need care for a short period, whether after a hospital stay or to give a family carer a genuine break. We want life here to feel like life rather than like a routine being administered. People keep their own belongings and their own habits, get up and go to bed when they want to, and choose how much of the day they spend in company. Meals are something to look forward to rather than something to get through, and we would rather ask what someone fancies than assume. Dementia care depends heavily on patience and familiarity. Staff who know a resident's history can make sense of what they are trying to say, head off a difficult afternoon gently, and offer reassurance that actually lands. So we keep the day calm and predictable, we give people time, and we treat rushing as something to be avoided rather than as efficiency. Families are part of the picture too. Relatives are welcome without ceremony and we keep them informed, particularly when something has changed. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is good. We look after that in the small things, the food, the waiting times, whether someone seems out of sorts, and we are always glad to show people around.
Care provided at Greenways Care home
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 27 October 2022
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
How Greenways Care home compares in Adur
Measured against the 16 care homes for older people registered in Adur. The dark dot is this home.
- Size
- 15 places. Smaller than 14 of the 16 homes. The local average is 36 places.
- CQC rating
- Good. 14 of the 16 homes (88%) are rated Good or Outstanding. Across West Sussex the figure is 78%.
- Latest report
- 27 October 2022. 5 of the 16 homes have published a newer inspection report since.
- Registered
- April 2025. One of the newer homes in the area. Only 3 of the 16 have registered more recently.
- Care offered
- Dementia care. Of the 16 homes, 10 offer dementia care.
- Food hygiene
- 5 out of 5. The top rating, shared by 13 of the 16 homes that have one.
Powered by Orrery Intelligence. Data: CQC register and Food Standards Agency ratings. Counts cover registered care homes for older people in Adur.
The local picture: Adur
What the numbers say about care for older people in Adur, in West Sussex.
What care costs in West Sussex, per week
| Type of care | What the council pays | What self-funders are typically asked |
|---|
| Residential care | £1,033 | £1,343 to £1,804 (Middle half of prices from 14 West Sussex homes. Median £1,579.) |
| Nursing care | £1,125 | £1,617 to £2,080 (South East figure, because too few West 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 West 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 West 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: 8,600. Rising to 9,500 by 2035, up 10%
- People aged 85 and over: 2,300. Rising to 3,200 by 2035, up 41%
- Living with dementia, aged 65 and over (estimate): 1,100. Rising to 1,300 by 2035, up 19%
- Dementia diagnosis rate: 61%. The NHS ambition is 67%. West Sussex as a whole is 64%.
- Care home beds per 1,000 people aged 75+: 67. West Sussex average is 83.
- Care homes, last 12 months: 1 opened, 0 closed. 4 changed owner, covering 200 beds.
- Care home beds filled across West Sussex: 85%. The 12 month average is 84%.
- Who pays, across West Sussex (estimate): 34% council, 51% 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 Greenways Care home
Facts from public registers, and what is close by.
- Registered with CQC
- 25 April 2025, so 1 year.
- Food hygiene rating
- 5 out of 5. Very good. Last inspected by the local council on 20 April 2026.
- Run by
- Follett Care Limited, which runs 2 adult social care services in England. All 2 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 Greenways Care 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
- Worthing Hospital, Worthing, 5.4 miles away
It is about 5.4 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
- Southwick Station, 0.2 miles away
- Fishersgate Station, 1 mile away
- Shoreham-by-Sea (Sussex) Station, 1.3 miles away
Around Greenways Care home
- H: Greenways Care 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 Greenways Care home
Where is Greenways Care home located?
Greenways Care home is a residential care home in Brighton, West Sussex, BN42 4DH. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Greenways Care home provide?
Greenways Care home is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Greenways Care home's CQC rating?
Greenways Care home is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 27 October 2022. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Greenways Care home provide dementia care?
Yes. Greenways Care home supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does Greenways Care home offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Greenways Care home offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Greenways Care home
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. Greenways Care home is registered for dementia care, so someone whose needs increase can usually stay rather than move.
Is there a nurse on site if health needs change?
No. Greenways Care 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. Greenways Care 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?
No. Greenways Care home is registered for older people. Younger adults are not listed.
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
Greenways Care 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
- Dementia care: £1,200 to £1,550 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the South East, not a quote from Greenways Care home. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
More about the care at Greenways Care home
Respite Care at Greenways Care home
Planned short breaks work best when booked well ahead, since rooms for respite are not always free at short notice. Greenways, rated good by the Care Quality Commission at its October 2022 inspection, is registered to offer respite alongside longer term care. Pack familiar clothes, toiletries, medication in its original packaging and a few personal items. Many homes ask for a minimum stay of one or two weeks, and a respite booking can double as a gentle trial of permanent care.
Dementia Care at Greenways Care home
Living well with dementia in a care home usually depends on familiar faces, a calm and predictable rhythm to the day, a layout that feels safe to move around in, and staff who take time rather than rush. Greenways in Brighton is registered for dementia care and its own text emphasises patience, knowing a resident's history, and heading off difficult afternoons gently. Families should ask how the home responds when someone becomes distressed or tries to leave, how night time restlessness is handled, and how care is adjusted as dementia progresses. It is fair to ask about staff continuity, how life history is gathered, and how relatives are kept informed when something shifts. Asking to visit at different times of day gives a truer sense of atmosphere than a single tour.
Residential Care at Greenways Care home
Residential care covers the ordinary business of living when managing at home has become too much, without the clinical input a nursing home provides. That means help with personal care, meals, laundry, medication and company through the day, but not around the clock nursing from a registered nurse. Greenways is registered for residential care and describes meals as something to look forward to and days that are not run as a strict routine. Indicative fees across the South East tend to fall between 1100 and 1450 pounds a week, while West Sussex County Council typically funds closer to 800 to 950 pounds for those it supports, so any top up should be clarified early. Ask how needs are reviewed if health changes and whether a move would be needed should nursing become necessary.
Older Person Care at Greenways Care home
Everyday help for an older person in a residential setting usually covers washing and dressing at the pace someone prefers, prompting or administering medication safely, keeping an eye on appetite and mood, and simply having someone about for a chat. Greenways is registered for older person care in Brighton and its own description talks about people keeping their own habits and choosing how much time to spend in company. Families weighing it up should ask how morning and evening routines are actually organised, how many staff are awake overnight, how call bells are answered after dark, and how changes in health are flagged to relatives and the GP. It is also worth asking how new residents are settled in during the first fortnight.
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