Warwick House
Warwick House is a residential care home in Worthing, West Sussex (BN11 1PF). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Warwick House
Warwick House is a residential care home in Worthing caring for older people and younger adults, including people living with mental health conditions. Our aim is a settled household where people are known properly. That takes staff who stay long enough to learn somebody's history and preferences, and care that is planned with the person rather than written about them. Help is given with washing and dressing, with moving about safely, with medication and with meals and drinks, and it is given in a way that leaves privacy and dignity intact. Where somebody is living with a mental health condition, the most useful things we offer are consistency and patience. The days here are predictable, the staff are familiar, and we work closely with the professionals involved so that the approach does not change from one month to the next. A difficult period is something we work through rather than a reason to give up on an arrangement. People here have their own room and their own belongings. Meals are cooked on site with a choice, there is company for those who want it and quiet for those who do not, and visitors are welcome. Respite and short stays can be arranged. If you would like to visit, please telephone us and we will make the arrangements.
Care provided at Warwick House
- Older person care
- Mental health care
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 5 October 2019
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 Warwick House. Report published 5 October 2019.
- 28 August 2019
- 35 places, 29 people were using the service at the time
Safe
Inspectors found that people were supported by staff who had the skills and knowledge to meet their needs safely.
Effective
Inspectors found that staff had the skills and knowledge to meet people's needs effectively. People's mental health needs were met in line with their personal preferences. People made decisions about their care, and unwise decisions were respected. Where people did not have capacity to make a decision, legal processes were followed.
Caring
Inspectors found that staff were kind and thoughtful. Staff took all opportunities to promote independence.
Responsive
Inspectors found that the service responded promptly when people's needs changed. People's mental health needs were met in line with their personal preferences.
Well-led
Inspectors found that the service was well managed by the registered manager. Staff felt valued and respected, and described the manager as 'very hands on'. The service used audits and feedback from people, staff and health professionals to keep improving.
Since the last inspection
Rated Good in October 2019, the same overall rating as before (Good).
Safe is still Good; Effective is still Good; Caring is still Good; Responsive is still Good; Well-led is still Good.
- 5 October 2019: Routine inspection, rated Good. This inspection gave the current rating.
- 17 January 2017: Routine inspection, rated Good
- 31 January 2014: Routine inspection
- 5 April 2013: Routine inspection
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 Warwick House compares in Worthing
Measured against the 59 care homes for older people registered in Worthing. The dark dot is this home.
- Size
- 30 places. Larger than 34 of the 59 homes. The local average is 31 places.
- CQC rating
- Good. 46 of the 59 homes (78%) are rated Good or Outstanding. Across West Sussex the figure is 78%.
- Latest report
- 5 October 2019. 49 of the 59 homes have published a newer inspection report since.
- Registered
- January 2011. One of the longer established homes. 48 of the 59 registered more recently.
- Food hygiene
- 5 out of 5. The top rating, shared by 43 of the 54 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 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.
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 Warwick House
Facts from public registers, and what is close by.
- Registered with CQC
- 6 January 2011, so 15 years.
- Food hygiene rating
- 5 out of 5. Very good. Last inspected by the local council on 31 July 2023.
- Run by
- Mrs J Harrity, 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 Warwick 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, 0.3 miles away
It is about 0.3 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
- Worthing Station, 0.5 miles away
- East Worthing Station, 0.8 miles away
- West Worthing Station, 1.2 miles away
Around Warwick House
- H: Warwick 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 Warwick House
Where is Warwick House located?
Warwick House is a residential care home in Worthing, West Sussex, BN11 1PF. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Warwick House provide?
Warwick House is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Mental health care, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Warwick House's CQC rating?
Warwick House is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 5 October 2019. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Warwick House offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Warwick House offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Warwick House
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
No. Warwick 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. Warwick 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. Warwick 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. Warwick 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
Warwick 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 Warwick House. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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