Caer Gwent
Caer Gwent is a nursing home in Worthing, West Sussex (BN11 4TA). It holds a CQC rating of Requires Improvement.
About Caer Gwent
Here at Caer Gwent, we are a nursing home based in Worthing, West Sussex, providing care for older people who need a level of support that goes beyond what can be managed at home. We offer nursing care, older person care and respite care, meaning we support both those who live with us permanently and those who come to us for a shorter stay while they recover or while their usual carer takes a break. We know that choosing a nursing home is one of the most significant decisions a family can make, and we do not take that lightly. Our aim is to make sure that everyone who comes through our doors feels genuinely at ease, treated with dignity and involved in decisions about their own care. We take time to get to know each person as an individual, because good care depends on understanding what matters to someone, not just what they need medically. Our nursing team works alongside care staff to provide round the clock support, and we work closely with GPs, community nurses and other health professionals to make sure each resident receives the right input at the right time. We want to be straightforward with anyone considering Caer Gwent. Our most recent Care Quality Commission inspection resulted in an overall rating of requires improvement, and we are working hard to address the areas identified. We have taken the findings seriously and are making meaningful changes. We believe in being honest about where we are, because families deserve accurate information when making this kind of choice. If you would like to find out more, we warmly encourage you to get in touch or come and visit us. Seeing a care home for yourself, asking questions and meeting the team is always the best way to get a true sense of a place.
Care provided at Caer Gwent
- Older person care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 22 June 2022
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
How Caer Gwent compares in Worthing
Measured against the 59 care homes for older people registered in Worthing. The dark dot is this home.
- Size
- 61 places. Larger than 54 of the 59 homes. The local average is 31 places.
- CQC rating
- Requires improvement. 46 of the 59 homes (78%) are rated Good or Outstanding. Across West Sussex the figure is 78%.
- Latest report
- 22 June 2022. 34 of the 59 homes have published a newer inspection report since.
- Registered
- January 2011. 44 of the 59 homes registered more recently.
- Care offered
- Nursing care. Of the 59 homes, 23 offer nursing care.
- 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 Caer Gwent
Facts from public registers, and what is close by.
- Registered with CQC
- 7 January 2011, so 15 years.
- Food hygiene rating
- 5 out of 5. Very good. Last inspected by the local council on 6 June 2025.
- Run by
- Guild Care, which runs 4 adult social care services in England. 3 of the 4 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 Caer Gwent
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, 1.1 miles away
It is about 1.1 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
- West Worthing Station, 0.3 miles away
- Worthing Station, 0.6 miles away
- Durrington-on-Sea Station, 1 mile away
Around Caer Gwent
- H: Caer Gwent
- 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 Caer Gwent
Where is Caer Gwent located?
Caer Gwent is a nursing home in Worthing, West Sussex, BN11 4TA. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Caer Gwent provide?
Caer Gwent is registered to provide nursing and personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Caer Gwent's CQC rating?
Caer Gwent is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Requires Improvement following its last inspection on 22 June 2022. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Caer Gwent offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Caer Gwent offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Caer Gwent
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
No. Caer Gwent 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?
Yes. Yes. Caer Gwent is registered to provide nursing care, so registered nurses are part of the team.
Can they try a short stay before deciding?
Yes. Yes. Caer Gwent 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. Caer Gwent 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
Caer Gwent 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
- Nursing care: £1,350 to £1,750 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the South East, not a quote from Caer Gwent. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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