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Nova House is a large, adapted town house situated in a quiet residential area of Seaford, close to local shops and amenities and not far from the sea itself.
The home offers residents a 'total care package,' recognising that the needs of every individual are unique and vary over time.
A team of staff are...
Care Provided by Nova House
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 36 Service Users
Dementia Care TypesMild Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "mild dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Memory problems such as misplacing items and not be able to recall recent events (however, in some forms of dementia a person's memory may be unchanged)
- Difficulties thinking through problems and planning, making decisions
- Language and communication issues such as finding it difficult to recall the appropriate word in a conversation or following a conversation
- Poor orientation, getting lost in areas previously familiar to them
- Difficulty judging distances (more falls than usual)
- Changes in their normal mood including anxiety and depression
- In certain types of dementia, personality and behaviour changes may be present alongside or instead of issues with memory or concentration.
Moderate Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "moderate dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Worsened memory problems. Not always recognising own family members and friends. Repeating the same questions over and over again
- Worsened language and communication issues, forgetting what they are saying mid-sentence. Not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- More frequent confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Advanced Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "severe dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Severe memory problems. Not recognising family members and friends. Not being able to recall their own name
- Severe language and communication issues, not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- Severe confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Verbally or physically aggressive behaviour
If your loved one displays this type of behaviour you may need a care home that has specially trained staff. Verbal/physical aggression is often defined:
- Consistent shouting and screaming
- Verbal abuse
- Physical abuse
How we define Dementia Care Types
Mild Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "mild dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Memory problems such as misplacing items and not be able to recall recent events (however, in some forms of dementia a person's memory may be unchanged)
- Difficulties thinking through problems and planning, making decisions
- Language and communication issues such as finding it difficult to recall the appropriate word in a conversation or following a conversation
- Poor orientation, getting lost in areas previously familiar to them
- Difficulty judging distances (more falls than usual)
- Changes in their normal mood including anxiety and depression
- In certain types of dementia, personality and behaviour changes may be present alongside or instead of issues with memory or concentration.
Moderate Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "moderate dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Worsened memory problems. Not always recognising own family members and friends. Repeating the same questions over and over again
- Worsened language and communication issues, forgetting what they are saying mid-sentence. Not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- More frequent confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Advanced Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "severe dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Severe memory problems. Not recognising family members and friends. Not being able to recall their own name
- Severe language and communication issues, not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- Severe confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Verbally or physically aggressive behaviour
If your loved one displays this type of behaviour you may need a care home that has specially trained staff. Verbal/physical aggression is often defined:
- Consistent shouting and screaming
- Verbal abuse
- Physical abuse
How we define Dementia Care Types
- Mild Dementia
- Moderate Dementia
- Advanced/Complex Dementia
Other Care Provided
- Parkinson's Disease
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- Convalescent Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Smoking not permitted
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other transport
- Lift
- Stairlift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Nova House for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Nova House to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:
Funding Types Accepted
- Self-Funding (Private)
- Local Authority with Top-up
- Local Authority
- NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)
Good to Know
Owner
- Seaford Homes Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Tony Gaitskell (Registered Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
- Last Refurbishment: 2023
- Number of floors: 3
Room Information
- Single Rooms (34)
- Couples/Companion Rooms (1)
- Couples/Companion Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (1)
Visiting
- Visitors welcome at the Home at any time. However, Nova House respects the fact that residents should receive guests at times to suit them, and of course they always have the right to decline to see anybody if they so wish. Nova House encourages family members and friends to visit, and all that is asked is that they should sign in and out of the Visitor’s Book (kept in the Entrance Hallway) for reasons of fire safety. If visiting guests would like to join loved ones for a meal then this can be arranged. Please arrange this with the Manager.
Parking
- Free parking for a number of vehicles is available at the front of the home.
Nova House Reviews (31)
Nova House has a Review Score of 9.1 (9.143) out of 10, based on 5 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Nova House has 31 reviews.
The staff were consistently friendly and compassionate, and it was reassuring to see familiar faces throughout her stay. The food looked very good with plenty of choice, and we were always made to feel welcome during visits, often with tea, coffee, and biscuits. We were also able to bring our dog, which brought her and the other residents great joy.
In her final weeks, when she was receiving end-of-life care, the staff showed real dignity and compassion. She was always comfortable and beautifully cared for, and we were able to spend precious time with her, even late into the evenings.
We would highly recommend Nova House as a caring and supportive home.
Sadly Dad passed recently and the compassion
shown to us has been genuine and heartfelt.
I know how worrying choosing a care home for a loved one is and would happily recommend Nova House for the dignity, respect, care and compassion they have shown Dad.
Our Dad chose to move to Nova House in October 2024. A decision he never regretted. Nova House was a real 'home from home' which was down to the exceptional care and support of Tony and the whole staff team. Nothing was ever any trouble, and Dad was able to carry on doing the things that meant so much to him. Dad enjoyed all aspects of his life at Nova but especially the entertainment and the scrabble games.
Sadly, our dad passed away in August but the exceptional love and care he received meant he could stay somewhere he felt safe and secure which meant so much to all his family.
The whole family want to give their heartfelt thanks for the love and care given to our dad and for the support extended to us at a very hard time.
Your lovely words are much appreciated. Frank was a smashing all-around Gentleman, who was a real part of Nova House, along with active involvement in our community, his multitude of visitors, some of the most difficult jigsaws ever seen by man! and his frequent trips out. I genuinely believed that he would be with us for many years, and he is sorely missed. Many thanks again.
I cannot fault Nova House. The staff and manager go above and beyond to meet the needs of the residents. My aunt's care was second to none. She was extremely content at Nova House. It's not a care home but more like a big family house, with it's homely decor and such a warm and friendly environment. I was so glad my aunt spent her final months at such a lovely place. I would highly recommend!
Thank you so much for your wonderful review.She was a complete and total utter wonderful Character! Sarcastic, occasionally blunt, very chatty but also very honest and direct! And lovely, and appreciative too, to all my staff, including myself.Thank you again, and do please look after yourself.
My mother lived there for 6 years until she passed away recently. She was very happy there and called it "home". She loved the carers and would often tell us their names and something about them.
She enjoyed the food, weekly quiz and bingo. She had a number of friends over the years and enjoyed the lunches and chatting with them on a daily basis.
The home is also very well run by a sympathetic and caring manager and admin team.
In the last few weeks of her life, the staff not only cared for Mum but for family members too for which we are very grateful. We could visit any time to sit with her and nothing was too much trouble.
I highly recommend this lovely caring home.
Many thanks for your wonderful words. We loved your mum and she really was part of Nova House. She will be sorely missed, as will you and your family. My staff and I will always try our very best, and your feedback is genuinely appreciated. I will be sure to pass it on. Very best wishes Tony.
Very homely care home. All the staff are very caring, as is the manager. Mum is very well supported and looked after. She is happy there and feels safe. She is allowed as many personal items as can fit in her room
Louise, thank you so very much for your kind feedback. Being a 'Home away from home' is not just a tagline for us, and we remain focused on being a caring, warm environment, with friendly and approachable staff. I like to think of Nova House as a community within the community of Seaford. Many thanks!
My Father was widowed about a year ago and was in Nova House as a resident at the time, he spent the past year being cared for by what I can only describe as the kindest members of staff that I've come across. He suffered from dementia and was sometimes very confused and agitated, the Manager and his staff went above and beyond to give him the best care he could get. There was never a negative word spoken and they helped give myself and family members the confidence that he was always safe and cared for. The meals were lovely the rooms were great and the whole atmosphere was calm and loving. I can't speak highly enough of the people who I have come to view as not only staff but as friends.
Myself and the Nova House team really appreciate your kind words. Your dad was a smashing chap, who really enjoyed his time with us, getting involved with all the activities and entertainers (Good lord, he could really sing!) and despite the occasional ups and downs he really made Nova House his...
I would and have recommended Nova House to any and everyone. It is homely with extremely caring staff, who are clearly happy to be at work and good friends with each other. The place smells of good home cooking and nothing is too much bother. The communication is excellent, management and staff top-notch.
Many thanks for your kind words. Given our efforts, and the many exploits to get your mum to Nova, I like to think that there was a very positive period, albeit short, where she was comfortable, happy and well looked after. You were truly fantastic, committed family, trying everything. There were genuinely truly some lovely moments.
The manager and his staff come highly commended and I am so grateful to them for caring for her so well. I cannot thank them enough and I know she would thank them too. She felt quite at home there and loved the banter, the food, getting out into the fresh air, and the trips out. Through covid and beyond, the staff went over and above to look after her well and treat her as one of the family.
We were very fortunate to find a bed at Nova for her in her time of need and I can't thank them enough.
We we're all very sad to see (Naughty Aunty) Margaret go and are going to miss her personality, sense of humour, many stories and incredible energy!
Sending love and best wishes from all the team.
In 2018, my mother spent four months in Nova House in respite after suffering a fall at home. She returned to her own home and just about managed (with visiting carers) until December 2019. At this point, and without any prompting from any family members, my mum decided that she wanted to move back to Nova House as a permanent resident. Next month, she will be 97, and is totally content with her "home" at Nova House and doesn't regret her decision to move there permanently. She is now in a safe, caring and homely environment, which is a huge relief to our family. We can visit regularly, and the management and staff are all brilliant and always welcoming. I would highly recommend Nova House, a real "home from home".
My mother stayed here for nearly two years. She was always treated well, all staff are a credit to the organisation.
We chose Nova House for my mother as it was clean, safe and welcoming. The manager took a huge amount of time to get to know Mum's needs and as a result, her time at Nova House was well catered for. The staff were kind, compassionate and treated Mum with respect and dignity. They kept the family well-informed at all times.
My friend is looked after with excellence. Medication is given at precise times. Any help she needs is provided quickly. She was kept safe all through covid. All this is provided with friendliness and care by the excellent staff. I cannot praise the manager and staff highly enough.
My father was at Nova House for nearly two years, and the kindness and compassion he was shown were second to none. The staff were brilliant, and nothing was too much trouble. At the end, the care given to my father and myself was incredible - thank you so much. I shall miss you all.
Many thanks for your kind words, Sally. It really is appreciated, and I'll be sure to pass them on to the staff. We will always try our best, despite the last few years being particularly challenging. Your father, and your frequent visits, will be missed.
Although my Father was at Nova House for a short time, I was comforted to know that he was being very well cared for and shown great compassion by all of the staff looking after him. Our family are grateful to all at Nova House.
My mother’s words about this home really sum it up well..she says ‘ they cannot do enough for you. I get plenty of cups of tea and biscuits’. She is 96 now and up until the beginning of this year had lived on her own. Several falls meant she needed 24 hour care and she moved into Nova House. Her life changed instantly, she had company, health and personal care, good food, and entertainment. The current situation has of course meant that we could not see her but I was always kept up to date on what was happening. I knew that she was in safe hands. I don’t like to think what would have happened if she was still in her own home as she lived such a long way from me. We are now able to visit in person with social distancing which is wonderful. I highly recommend this home. Everyone is kind, caring and professional. My mum is happy and content so what more can I say?
My father spent the last few years of his life at Nova House. I live on the other side of the world and it was important to me to know that he was comfortable, safe and well looked after in this homely environment. Whenever I came to visit I saw that the staff cared so much, not just for him but for all the residents and I was made to feel welcome too.
Your kind words are truly appreciated. Care, compassion and comfort will always be our priority, and your dad was a truly remarkable man. Many thanks.
My dad spent the last three years of his life at Nova House. During this time, he was very well looked after by all of the staff and was treated with great dignity and kindness. The staff were also very welcoming to his family and we were grateful that there were no restrictions on visiting times. The manager of Nova House is absolutely wonderful – extremely compassionate and wise and I always knew that with him at the helm, my father was in the safest of hands. I would have no hesitation in recommending Nova House as a caring and supportive environment for anyone in the final years of their lives.
Thank you very much for your kind words. We have always believed in trying our very best for our residents, irrespective of need, and wanting our home to be comfortable, warm and welcoming. Also, indeed, this week, as Manager, I've now been at Nova House for 10 years! Very best wishes to you!
Never once did I see any member of the staff show impatience or anger at the residents.
I was always impressed with the cheerfulness and kindness shown by all the staff to all the residents. I believe the entire community was a happy one. I would certainly recommend Nova House to anyone.
All the staff are polite, caring and helpful to everybody and treat my mother like family.
The transition of moving my mother into care was made so much easier for both my mother and me by the very personal care and professional care from both the management and the staff has provided her with a new lease of life.
Many many thanks for the kind feedback. Indeed, we are focused on being a homely, warm environment, with friendly and approachable staff. We like to think of Nova House as a community within the community and will always endeavour to be pro-active toward meeting people's needs and bringing a smile.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 11 December 2023Good
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeGood
- Well-ledGood
Inspection ratings
We rate most services according to how safe, effective, caring, responsive and well-led they are, using four levels:
- Outstanding - The service is performing exceptionally well.
- Good - The service is performing well and meeting our expectations.
- Requires Improvement - The service isn't performing as well as it should and we have told the service how it must improve.
- Inadequate - The service is performing badly and we've taken action against the person or organisation that runs it.
- Not rated - we have not yet rated this area of the service, this is normally because the assessments we have carried out have been focused on other key questions.
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Meet the Team (1)

Tony has been the manager of Nova House since 2010. He is passionate about providing quality and compassionate care in a unique, homely environment, working to support the wishes and individuality or each resident. Tony has enjoyed a long career in managing care homes. He is fully qualified and has worked as a healthcare management consultant.
Frequently Asked Questions about Nova House
What types of Care is Nova House registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Nova House have?
There are 34 Single Rooms and 1 Couples/Companion Room.
What are the Facilities & Services at Nova House?
Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Smoking not permitted, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Minibus or other transport, Lift, Stairlift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Nova House to the centre of Seaford?
0.4 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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