
I cannot rate the staff and manager highly enough for the care and compassion shown to my fatherAmanda B(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

Avon House is a shining example of how a care home should beJulie-Ann S(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

Avon House were so supportive and approachable and instantly put our minds at easeA L(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

I cannot rate the staff and manager highly enough for the care and compassion shown to my fatherAmanda B(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

Avon House is a shining example of how a care home should beJulie-Ann S(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

Avon House were so supportive and approachable and instantly put our minds at easeA L(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

Established in 1991, Avon House was one of the first care homes to specialise in dementia care. The home is part of the Cobham Care Group along with its sister home Avon Manor. The home is situated in a quiet, tree-lined road that is only a short distance from Worthing Hospital, Worthing town centre and the seafront.
Cobham Care’s philosophy is that every resident is an individual - individuals’ needs change...
Care Provided by Avon House
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 26 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
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life 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
- 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 Avon House for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Avon 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
Group / Owner
- Cobham Care Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Tracy Reed (Registered Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
- Last Refurbishment: 2013
- Number of floors: 2
Room Information
- Single Rooms (24)
- Couples/Companion Rooms (1)
Visiting
- Please get in touch to arrange a visit at Avon House.
Parking
- Free parking is available on the surrounding streets.
Avon House Reviews (63)
Avon House has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.909) out of 10, based on 19 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Avon House has 63 reviews.
All very homely; my husband is very content.
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He appears happy and well cared for. Staff are always very happy to help. He seems very content with the food and enjoys the activities.
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Since my mum has been at Avon House it has taken all the worry away. She is well cared for and I know that if the staff have any concerns they call me to discuss so that I am fully aware of any situation. The activities are good and varied and all the staff are so friendly and treat all the residents well and engage with them. I would highly recommend this care home to anyone whose loved one is suffering from Alzheimer's disease.
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Avon House is a small wonderful dementia care home which is run excellently. I visit my mother every week and I have never had any concerns in the three years she has been there. She is treated with respect and dignity. Always clean, nicely dressed, never in dirty clothes and has never smelt. The staff are all so kind, assist my mother, family and treat her with respect. They also encourage residents to participate in activities which take place frequently. Outside entertainment organised and immensely enjoyed by all. Any concerns are always addressed and discussed in full, including family, all done in confidence. Thank you Avon House.
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Always find the staff very friendly and helpful.
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My mum went into Avon House Care Home a few months ago as her dementia got worse. She was treated well and we were very pleased with the care she received.
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She was very anxious but the lovely staff did everything possible to settle her. I was able to bring in personal items of hers and to aid her to feel at home.
Over a few weeks, it became obvious she was becoming more her old self despite the increasing dementia. She wasn’t remembering to eat at home but with amazing food and regular snacks, she looks so much healthier.
All the staff have taken the time to get to know her and treat her as an individual to enable her to feel safe and understood.
My aunty enjoys the company of others and happily joins in the many activities the home regularly offers. I am the very proud owner of a beautiful bead necklace she lovingly made for me.
Sadly, her dementia has declined to the degree that she cannot return to independent living and I’m so happy she is to stay permanently at Avon House, especially as I live so far away.
My thanks go to all the wonderful staff.
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The whole place has a nice homely feel and my uncle said he really enjoyed the food.
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The team at Avon House Care Home are very helpful. Visiting is easy and convenient with entertainment days a regular feature. Outside activities are encouraged with access in and out of the establishment hustle-free. A cheerful atmosphere and friendly feeling exist within the staff and guests.
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Although his time with them was brief, he was shown the utmost respect and dignity for his and the family's wishes.
From cleaning staff, chefs, carers and management, the whole team made the journey easier and more bearable.
Thank you to everyone who helped my dad in his last few months.
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Very caring home. Nothing is a problem, whatever the residents need/want they can have. Very clean. Always activities to do. Good menu. Definitely a home from home. I would be happy if a family member was to be here.
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I have a patient I care for who is a very good friend. He is so happy and am happy. He was so lonely, caring at home was so lonely for him. When I visited him he was so happy. He said the food was good staff are so nice friendly and caring and he loves being at this home, which is very important for him and myself. I can visit him any time of the day and I am always welcomed by the staff. When my friend is happy I am happy. Patient, happy nurses thank you.
Avon House is a friendly care home providing comfort and professional help. Guests are always welcome any time of day to visit loved ones. Entertainment within a large social room to host various events forms a big part of the care home. Individual rooms for each resident for sleeping or private quiet time are available for each resident at all times. Constant care and attention are provided by the excellent staff.
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My dad moved into Avon House in November 2022. This was an extremely hard decision to make and a difficult time for our family. All the staff at Avon House were so supportive and approachable and instantly put our minds at ease. My dad always looks happy, smart and clean and his room is spotless. The staff work so hard and I wouldn't hesitate on recommending Avon House.
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Avon House is friendly and welcoming. Every member of staff chats to residents and visitors. Mum always comments about how kind everyone is to her and how well she is looked after. Mum especially appreciated her delicious meals and the fact that the kitchen staff remember how she likes things and nothing is too much trouble. Mum is well cared for and appreciates the help she is given to choose matching outfits and have her hair done.
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Avon House is wonderful, the staff are so caring and dedicated and make it the best environment for the residents as possible. My dad was there from May 2022 until very recently when he sadly passed away from Alzheimer’s. We are so grateful to the marvellous team. Dad settled so well and it was a pleasure to visit him there, everyone was so friendly and welcoming. The food is excellent and the home is absolutely spotless. Avon House is a shining example of how a care home should be and they all deserve the highest of praise. Knowing my dad was being looked after by such a marvellous team made the sadness of his condition so much easier to deal with. We were so lucky that my dad spent his last few months in Avon House. Our whole family thanks them all from the bottom of our hearts.
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My mother spent the last year of her life in the wonderful care of the incredible staff at Avon House. I can honestly say Mum could not have been in a more welcoming and caring environment. Plenty of activities and stimulation and small enough to make each resident feel special. Faultless. Thank you Avon House.
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We moved my nan from another care home to Avon House. Since moving, she has become more sociable and happier. I now feel more secure in the knowledge that my nana is safe and secure. I always get such a lovely warm welcome when I visit.
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We moved Mum into the care home just before Christmas and all the staff have made her feel really welcome and comfortable. The activities are great and Mum really enjoys these. All staff are super friendly and helpful.
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We couldn't have moved our Grandad into a better home. It is always clean and smells nice, the food is great and always smells so good. All the staff are wonderful from housekeeping, laundry, kitchen, carers and management. They are all so caring and thoughtful and nothing is ever too much trouble for them. The management go above and behind to get things sorted. They have a great selection of activities for the residents which they all seem to enjoy including events that the family can attend as well which are great fun. It has a real family feel to it which we love. Go Team Avon, keep up the great work.
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Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 13 August 2025Good
- 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.
Bed Vacancies
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Awards / Recognitions (5)
- 30 Jan 2026Recipient: Cobham Care Ltd
- 31 Jan 2025Recipient: Cobham Care Ltd
- 31 Jan 2024Recipient: Cobham Care Ltd
Accreditations
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Meet the Team (2)

Tracy has been working in health and social care since 1990 and has gained a wealth of experience and knowledge over the years
As the Manager of Avon House, I feel that I can make a difference in individual's lives who are on their dementia journey, by promoting the core values of care, privacy, dignity, rights, choices and independence. There is nothing more rewarding than being able to support and care for people in the later stages of life, providing the care they wish to receive in the way they would like, just because a person is living with dementia, does not mean they are unable to make decisions. We are their voice and I am passionate that they should be heard.
I have worked every job in care over the years and the most important part to me is enriching our Resident's lives and making many happy memories. I am proud to have the opportunity to look after others and work with such a great team.

In her role as Care Manager, Siobhan is responsible for the day to day running of the home, ensuring quality care is being delivered.
Siobhan said" I really enjoy my job and no two days are the same, I believe the key is to lead by example.
I pride myself on knowing each of my Residents and their families personally and find my role very rewarding, " they are like my extended family".
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