Abi House
Abi House is a residential care home in Worthing, West Sussex (BN11 4SD). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Abi House
Abi House is a residential care home in Worthing for adults with a learning disability and for autistic adults. Most of the people who live here are younger adults, and we also offer respite stays for people who usually live at home with family. We are a house rather than a unit, and we try to run it that way. People are involved in the shopping and the cooking, they have their own routines and their own space, and they are supported to get out into Worthing, to use local facilities, to keep up with friends and family and to do the things they enjoy. Where someone wants to take on more independence, our job is to make that possible rather than to hold them back. Support has to fit the person. Some of the people we support need things to be quiet, predictable and clearly explained in advance. Others thrive on activity. We take the time to learn what works, we record it plainly, and we expect every member of staff to follow it so that support does not change with the shift. We work alongside community learning disability teams, families and advocates across West Sussex, and we involve people in decisions about their own lives at every stage. Our overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is good. If you are looking for a placement or would like to discuss respite, please get in touch and come and see the house.
Care provided at Abi House
- Learning disability and autism support
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 13 June 2025
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
How Abi House compares in Worthing
Measured against the 75 care homes registered in Worthing. The dark dot is this home.
- Size
- 7 places. Smaller than 65 of the 75 homes. The local average is 26 places.
- CQC rating
- Good. 58 of the 75 homes (77%) are rated Good or Outstanding. Across West Sussex the figure is 78%.
- Latest report
- 13 June 2025. 13 of the 75 homes have published a newer inspection report since.
- Registered
- May 2011. 31 of the 75 homes registered more recently.
Powered by Orrery Intelligence. Data: CQC register and Food Standards Agency ratings. Counts cover registered care homes in Worthing.
The local picture: Worthing
What the numbers say about care for older people in Worthing, 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: 14,700. Rising to 17,000 by 2035, up 16%
- People aged 85 and over: 4,300. Rising to 6,400 by 2035, up 48%
- Living with dementia, aged 65 and over (estimate): 1,900. Rising to 2,400 by 2035, up 26%
- Dementia diagnosis rate: 74%. The NHS ambition is 67%. West Sussex as a whole is 64%.
- Care home beds per 1,000 people aged 75+: 123. West Sussex average is 83.
- Care homes, last 12 months: 1 opened, 1 closed. 4 changed owner, covering 68 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.
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Good to know about Abi House
Facts from public registers, and what is close by.
- Registered with CQC
- 17 May 2011, so 15 years.
- Run by
- Independent Lifestyles Support Services LLP, 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 Abi 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, 1 mile away
It is about 1 mile 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
- West Worthing Station, 0.5 miles away
- Worthing Station, 0.6 miles away
- Durrington-on-Sea Station, 1.2 miles away
Around Abi House
- H: Abi 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 Abi House
Where is Abi House located?
Abi House is a residential care home in Worthing, West Sussex, BN11 4SD. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Abi House provide?
Abi House is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Learning disability and autism support, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Abi House's CQC rating?
Abi House is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 13 June 2025. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Abi House offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Abi House offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Abi House
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
No. Abi House 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. Abi 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. Abi 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?
Yes. Yes. Abi House 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
Abi 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.
- Residential care: £1,100 to £1,450 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the South East, not a quote from Abi House. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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