Nightingale Homecare
Nightingale Homecare is a home care agency in Eastbourne, East Sussex (BN21 1HS). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Nightingale Homecare
At Nightingale Homecare East Sussex, we support people to live well in their own homes across Eastbourne and the surrounding areas of East Sussex. We know how much it means to remain in familiar surroundings, close to the people and routines that matter most, and our work centres on making that possible. We care for a wide range of people, including older adults, younger adults, and individuals living with dementia, mental health conditions, physical disabilities, visual or hearing impairments, and eating disorders. Every person we support has a different story and different needs, so we take time at the outset to understand what matters to each individual and build care around that, rather than fitting people into a one size fits all approach. Our team works closely with clients and their families to make sure care feels right, not just adequate. We believe honest communication is important, and we try to be straightforward with people about what we can offer and how we work. Families often tell us that having a consistent, reliable presence in the home makes an enormous difference, not just practically but emotionally, and we take that responsibility seriously. We are proud that our most recent inspection by the Care Quality Commission resulted in an overall rating of Good. That matters to us, not as a badge to display, but because it reflects the consistent effort our team puts in day to day. If you are looking for support for yourself or someone close to you, we would be very happy to have an initial conversation with no pressure or obligation. Getting care right takes time and trust, and we are always willing to take that first step with you at whatever pace feels comfortable. Please do get in touch to find out more about how we might be able to help.
Care provided at Nightingale Homecare
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Mental health care
- Physical disability support
- Sensory impairment support
- Younger adults care
- Eating disorder support
- Covers approximately 10 miles
- Last CQC inspection: 10 March 2021
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
How Nightingale Homecare East Sussex Ltd compares in Eastbourne
Measured against the 31 home care agencies registered in Eastbourne.
- CQC rating
- Good. 18 of the 31 agencies (58%) are rated Good or Outstanding. Across East Sussex the figure is 70%.
- Latest report
- 10 March 2021. 10 of the 31 agencies have published a newer inspection report since.
- Registered
- April 2011. One of the longer established agencies. 29 of the 31 registered more recently.
- Provider
- 2 services. Nightingale Homecare East Sussex Limited runs 2 adult social care services.
Powered by Orrery Intelligence. Data: CQC register and Food Standards Agency ratings. Counts cover registered home care agencies in Eastbourne.
The local picture: Eastbourne
What the numbers say about home care in Eastbourne, 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: 14,800. Rising to 17,000 by 2035, up 15%
- People aged 85 and over: 4,300. Rising to 6,400 by 2035, up 47%
- Living with dementia, aged 65 and over (estimate): 2,000. Rising to 2,400 by 2035, up 25%
- Dementia diagnosis rate: 72%. The NHS ambition is 67%. East Sussex as a whole is 61%.
- Agencies in the borough, last 12 months: 1 opened, 0 closed. 28 registered today.
- Choice of agencies: 52 within 10 miles. In a typical neighbourhood. The nearest is under a mile away (0.3 miles).
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 Nightingale Homecare East Sussex Ltd
Facts from public registers, and what the agency has told us.
- Registered with CQC
- 20 April 2011, so 15 years.
- Run by
- Nightingale Homecare East Sussex Limited, which runs 2 adult social care services in England. All 2 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 Nightingale Homecare
Where is Nightingale Homecare located?
Nightingale Homecare is a home care agency based in Eastbourne, East Sussex (BN21 1HS), providing care to people in their own homes within approximately 10 miles of the area.
What type of care does Nightingale Homecare provide?
Nightingale Homecare is registered to provide care in people’s own homes, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Mental health care, Physical disability support, Sensory impairment support, Younger adults care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Nightingale Homecare's CQC rating?
Nightingale Homecare is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 10 March 2021. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Nightingale Homecare provide dementia care?
Yes. Nightingale Homecare supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the agency directly to discuss your individual situation.
Questions families ask about Nightingale Homecare
Can they support someone living with dementia at home?
Yes. Yes. Nightingale Homecare East Sussex Ltd is registered for dementia care in people's own homes.
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. Nightingale Homecare East Sussex Ltd covers roughly 10 miles from Eastbourne.
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
Nightingale Homecare East Sussex Ltd 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 Nightingale Homecare East Sussex Ltd. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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