ASLS (Avens)
ASLS (Avens) is a home care agency in Crowborough, East Sussex (TN6 1BL). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About ASLS (Avens)
We at ASLS (Avens Limited) are proud to provide compassionate home care across Crowborough and the surrounding East Sussex communities, supporting people to live well and safely in the place they know best: their own home. Rooted in the leafy market town of Crowborough, on the edge of the Ashdown Forest, our team travels to those who need us across the TN postcode area. By bringing care directly into familiar surroundings, we help residents remain close to cherished neighbours, local high street favourites, and the gentle rhythms of countryside life that make this part of East Sussex so special. Our support is tailored to each person we visit. We specialise in Older Person Care, offering practical and emotional support for those who wish to maintain their independence as they age. For adults living with a Learning Disability or Autism, we take the time to understand individual routines, communication preferences, and personal goals, so care feels respectful and empowering rather than intrusive. We also support people with a Physical Disability and Younger Adults, adapting the way we work to fit each person's lifestyle, aspirations, and daily needs. In practice, this means families can trust that a loved one is receiving reliable, person centred help with everything from personal care and medication support to companionship and assistance around the home. Whether visits are brief and regular or more involved, our aim is always the same: to promote dignity, confidence, and continuity, so that both the person we care for and their family feel genuinely supported. Our commitment to quality is reflected in our latest Care Quality Commission inspection, where we were rated Good overall, along with Good ratings across every domain: Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive, and Well led. For families, this independent assessment offers reassurance that the care provided meets recognised national standards and that the people behind it are trusted to do the right thing. Choosing home care for someone you love is a deeply personal decision, and we understand how much thought goes into it. If you are exploring options for yourself or a family member in Crowborough or the wider East Sussex area, we warmly invite you to get in touch. We would be glad to listen, answer your questions, and help you feel confident about the next step.
Care provided at ASLS (Avens)
- Older person care
- Learning disability and autism support
- Physical disability support
- Younger adults care
- Covers approximately 10 miles
- Last CQC inspection: 22 November 2019
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
How ASLS (Avens Limited) compares in Wealden
Measured against the 25 home care agencies registered in Wealden.
- CQC rating
- Good. 18 of the 25 agencies (72%) are rated Good or Outstanding. Across East Sussex the figure is 70%.
- Latest report
- 22 November 2019. 16 of the 25 agencies have published a newer inspection report since.
- Registered
- January 2011. One of the longer established agencies. 22 of the 25 registered more recently.
- Provider
- 5 services. Avens Ltd runs 5 adult social care services.
Powered by Orrery Intelligence. Data: CQC register and Food Standards Agency ratings. Counts cover registered home care agencies in Wealden.
The local picture: Wealden
What the numbers say about home care in Wealden, in East Sussex.
What home care costs
| Type of care | What it costs |
|---|
| Hourly care visits, South East | £28.00 to £36.96 an hour (Middle half of prices from 24 agencies. Median £32.92. Shown for South East because too few East Sussex agencies publish a rate.) |
| What East Sussex pays | £28.16 an hour (Average hourly rate, October 2026.) |
| Homecare Association minimum price | £34.42 an hour (2026 to 2027. The Association's estimate of the lowest price that covers the cost of delivering care. It is not a legal minimum.) |
| Live in care, England | £1,250 to £1,668 a week (Middle half of prices from 62 agencies. Median £1,455.) |
Published prices come from agencies that publish rates, so treat them as a guide. Ask the agency for its own price.
- People aged 75 and over: 24,700. Rising to 28,800 by 2035, up 17%
- People aged 85 and over: 6,300. Rising to 9,800 by 2035, up 55%
- Living with dementia, aged 65 and over (estimate): 3,100. Rising to 4,000 by 2035, up 27%
- Dementia diagnosis rate: 56%. The NHS ambition is 67%. East Sussex as a whole is 61%.
- Agencies in the borough, last 12 months: 2 opened, 1 closed. 22 registered today.
- Choice of agencies: 44 within 10 miles. In a typical neighbourhood. The nearest is under a mile away (0.7 miles).
- Compared with the rest of East Sussex: Fewer agencies. Wealden has fewer agencies than average for the size of its older population.
Powered by Orrery Intelligence. Market model built 22 October 2026 (ONS 2022 based population projections, dementia estimates, CQC register), published home care rates, Homecare Association.
Good to know about ASLS (Avens Limited)
Facts from public registers, and what the agency has told us.
- Registered with CQC
- 11 January 2011, so 15 years.
- Run by
- Avens Ltd, which runs 5 adult social care services in England. All 4 that have a rating are rated Good or Outstanding.
- Service type
- Personal care in people's own homes (domiciliary care).
- Where it covers
- Not yet confirmed by the agency. Check that your postcode is covered before you rely on it.
- Live in, overnight and 24 hour care
- Not yet confirmed. The agency can add these when it claims its profile.
Sources: CQC register and the agency's own entries. Anything marked not yet confirmed is shown as unknown rather than guessed.
Common questions about ASLS (Avens)
Where is ASLS (Avens) located?
ASLS (Avens) is a home care agency based in Crowborough, East Sussex (TN6 1BL), providing care to people in their own homes within approximately 10 miles of the area.
What type of care does ASLS (Avens) provide?
ASLS (Avens) is registered to provide care in people’s own homes, with support that includes Older person care, Learning disability and autism support, Physical disability support, Younger adults care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is ASLS (Avens)'s CQC rating?
ASLS (Avens) is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 22 November 2019. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Questions families ask about ASLS (Avens)
Can they support someone living with dementia at home?
No. ASLS (Avens Limited) does not list dementia care on the CQC register. Choose an agency that does if dementia is part of the picture.
Can they help with medication and nursing tasks?
Ask the home. Most home care agencies prompt or give medication but do not provide nursing tasks. Ask what their carers are trained to do.
Do they cover our area?
Yes. ASLS (Avens Limited) covers roughly 10 miles from Crowborough.
Will the council help pay?
Ask the home. The agency has not told us which funding it accepts. Most take both council funded and self funded clients; a direct payment from the council can be used to pay them.
Typical home care fees in the South East
ASLS (Avens Limited) has not published its fees yet. These are typical hourly rates for the South East, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.
- Home care (per hour): £29 to £35 per hour, typical range
Indicative figures for the South East, not a quote from ASLS (Avens Limited). Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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