Elreg House

Elreg House is a residential care home in Shoreham By Sea, West Sussex (BN43 6WP). It holds a CQC rating of Good.

About Elreg House

Elreg House is a residential care home in Shoreham by Sea, looking after older people who need support with daily life. We offer permanent places and respite stays. We are not a nursing home, and that shapes what we are for. Our residents need help with the ordinary business of living rather than clinical treatment, so our attention goes to the day itself: meals people actually want to eat, company, a routine that belongs to the resident rather than the rota, and support to keep doing whatever they can still do themselves. A number of residents live with dementia. Our approach relies on familiarity more than anything else. The same faces, the same rhythm to the day, surroundings that make sense, and staff who take the time to work out what someone is trying to express rather than simply responding to how it comes out. It is slower and it works better. Being near the coast has its advantages, and we make use of them. Getting out of the building matters to people and is easy to let slip. Respite guests are treated as residents for as long as they are with us, not as visitors passing through. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is Good. You are welcome to come and look round at a time that suits you, and to talk to the people who live here.

Care provided at Elreg House

Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.

What the inspectors found

A plain English summary of the Care Quality Commission inspection behind the current rating of Elreg House. Report published 12 December 2018.

  • 19 November 2018 (unannounced)
  • 32 places, 30 people were using the service at the time

Safe

Inspectors said greater attention to cleaning was needed in two bedrooms where there was an unpleasant odour. The registered manager said action would be taken, and inspectors made a recommendation about this. Otherwise the home was found to be clean and hygienic, and risks, medicines and equipment were safely managed.

Effective

Inspectors found the registered manager made sure current guidance and legislation was followed. Staff were well trained and supervised. People's nutritional needs were assessed, and health care needs were monitored with referrals made to other services.

Caring

Inspectors found people were treated with kindness, respect and compassion. Care was individualised and people were able to make choices in their daily lives. People's privacy was promoted.

Responsive

Inspectors found people received personalised care that was responsive to their needs. Assessments and care plans were comprehensive, and care was reviewed with people or their representatives. The provider met people's communication needs and had a complaints procedure.

Well-led

Inspectors found the registered manager kept herself and the staff team updated with training and current practice guidance. There were audits and checks on quality and safety, with plans to make changes where needed. People's and relatives' views were sought, and the registered manager was open to making improvements.

What people told the inspectors

People and their relatives said they were satisfied with the standard of care provided. They said they were treated with respect, and people said they liked the food.

The staff are lovely, they are affectionate and always speak to me with respect. A person living at the home

Since the last inspection

Rated Good in December 2018, the same overall rating as before (Good).

Safe moved from Good to Requires improvement; Well-led moved from Requires improvement to Good; Effective is still Good; Caring is still Good; Responsive is still Good.

  • 19 November 2018: Routine inspection
  • 22 March 2016: Routine inspection
  • 14 September 2015: Inspection looking at part of the service
  • 22 April 2015: Routine inspection
  • 19 September 2014: Inspection looking at part of the service
  • Date not held: Our previous inspection on 27

Read the full report on the CQC website

Source: Care Quality Commission inspection report, summarised by CareAssura. Contains CQC data used under the Open Government Licence.

How Elreg House compares in Adur

Measured against the 16 care homes for older people registered in Adur. The dark dot is this home.

Size
32 places. Larger than 9 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
12 December 2018. 13 of the 16 homes have published a newer inspection report since.
Registered
January 2011. 9 of the 16 homes 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 careWhat the council paysWhat 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 careNot 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 careNot 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 Elreg House

Facts from public registers, and what is close by.

Registered with CQC
18 January 2011, so 15 years.
Food hygiene rating
5 out of 5. Very good. Last inspected by the local council on 29 June 2026.
Run by
Anthony Brown, which runs this service only.

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 Elreg House

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, 4.3 miles away

It is about 4.3 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

  • Shoreham-by-Sea (Sussex) Station, 0.1 miles away
  • Southwick Station, 1.5 miles away
  • Fishersgate Station, 2.2 miles away

Around Elreg House

1 mile3 milesH24 hour A&E: Worthing Hospital, Worthing, 4.3 miles awayAGP practice: Adur Health Partnership, 0.2 miles awayGGP practice: Mile Oak Medical Centre, 2.2 miles awayGGP practice: New Pond Row Surgery, 2.4 miles awayGDentist: Alpha Dental Care, 0.1 miles awayDDentist: Mydentist, 0.2 miles awayDDentist: 2nd Floor, 0.3 miles awayDPharmacy: Greens Pharmacy, 0.2 miles awayPPharmacy: Bakhai Pharmacy, 0.3 miles awayPPharmacy: Boots, 0.4 miles awayPRailway station: Shoreham-by-Sea (Sussex) Station, 0.1 miles awaySRailway station: Southwick Station, 1.5 miles awaySRailway station: Fishersgate Station, 2.2 miles awaySA&E 4.3 mi
  • H: Elreg House
  • 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 Elreg House

Where is Elreg House located?

Elreg House is a residential care home in Shoreham By Sea, West Sussex, BN43 6WP. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.

What type of care does Elreg House provide?

Elreg House 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 Elreg House's CQC rating?

Elreg House is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 12 December 2018. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.

Does Elreg House provide dementia care?

Yes. Elreg House supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.

Does Elreg House offer respite or short-term care?

Yes. Elreg House offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.

Questions families ask about Elreg House

Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?

Yes. Elreg House 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. Elreg House 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. Elreg House 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. Elreg House 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

Elreg House 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.

Indicative figures for the South East, not a quote from Elreg House. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.

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