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Care Provided by Westdene 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 14 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
- Convalescent Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Smoking not permitted
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other transport
- Stairlift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
Funding & Fees
Contact Westdene 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
- Aspire Life Care Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Mahendra Kuruppuarachchi (Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Last Refurbishment: 2004
Room Information
- Single Rooms (14)
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Westdene House Reviews (14)
Over all time Westdene House has 14 reviews.
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Review from Mark L (Son of Resident) published on 23 August 2019 Submitted via Website•
Overall Experience
We are very happy with the service and kind attention the staff and management are giving my elderly father. Westdene House is a relaxing and calm environment, and there is a genuine friendly and happy family feeling there. Big thanks to the Westdene team.
We are very happy with the service and kind attention the staff and management are giving my elderly father. Westdene House is a relaxing and calm environment, and there is a genuine friendly and happy family feeling there. Big thanks to the Westdene team.
Review from J B (Power of Attorney of Resident) published on 23 November 2018 Submitted via Website•
Overall Experience
We have always found the home manager and staff to be extremely helpful and to go that extra mile and the home is in a nice location.
We have always found the home manager and staff to be extremely helpful and to go that extra mile and the home is in a nice location.
Review from J H (Wife of Resident) published on 11 April 2018 Submitted via Review Postal Card•
Overall Experience
My husband has spent many weeks in respite care, once a few years, in Westdene House. My husband is very well liked by all the staff - he gives no trouble whatsoever.
I recommend Westdene House to all my friends. It is a very friendly "home" and my husband has always been welcomed.
My husband has spent many weeks in respite care, once a few years, in Westdene House. My husband is very well liked by all the staff - he gives no trouble whatsoever.
I recommend Westdene House to all my friends. It is a very friendly "home" and my husband has always been welcomed.
Review from Andrew B (Son of Resident) published on 16 December 2017 Submitted via Review Postal Card•
Overall Experience
Westdene residential care home in Worthing have given careful thought about how to care for my mother. They have encouraged her to become part of the care home family and as a result, my mother's emotional needs have been better served and she has become reasonably happy.
Westdene residential care home in Worthing have given careful thought about how to care for my mother. They have encouraged her to become part of the care home family and as a result, my mother's emotional needs have been better served and she has become reasonably happy.
Review from Richard W (Regular Volunteer) published on 6 October 2017 Submitted via Website•
Overall Experience
I have visited this venue numerous times over the past year and a half, I have always found the staff friendly and helpful. The management are very approachable and often sitting chatting to residents in the lounge. From day one, I was made to feel at home. I know this is the companies ethos "home...
I have visited this venue numerous times over the past year and a half, I have always found the staff friendly and helpful. The management are very approachable and often sitting chatting to residents in the lounge. From day one, I was made to feel at home. I know this is the companies ethos "home from home" they do manage this without trying. I have also been to many parties within the home, everyone is made to feel welcome and part of the "family" the staff are friendly offering tea or coffee upon arrival.
Review from Robert K (Son of Resident) published on 6 October 2017 Submitted via Website•
Overall Experience
I was visiting my father in the afternoon and the staff at Westdene were holding a "party" for the residents. The residents had a lovely buffet spread with music and games. The staff adapted the dancing for all the residents so even the people who could not walk was able to join in. I was made to...
I was visiting my father in the afternoon and the staff at Westdene were holding a "party" for the residents. The residents had a lovely buffet spread with music and games. The staff adapted the dancing for all the residents so even the people who could not walk was able to join in. I was made to feel welcome and joined in with the dance and games. When I asked what the party was in aid of the staff said "one of the residents fancied a party".
Review from Rachel S (Daughter of Resident) published on 28 September 2017 Submitted via Review Postal Card•
Overall Experience
The managers were so helpful and proactive in difficult and distressing situations with my mother. They responded professionally to ensure her physical health problems were attended to. They addressed and managed safeguarding issues with openness and professionalism. As a nurse of 16 yrs and a...
The managers were so helpful and proactive in difficult and distressing situations with my mother. They responded professionally to ensure her physical health problems were attended to. They addressed and managed safeguarding issues with openness and professionalism. As a nurse of 16 yrs and a compliance specialist, I cannot fault them and would recommend the home to anyone where loved ones need care.
Review from Bill R (Resident / Service User) published on 22 March 2017 Submitted via Review Postal Card•
Overall Experience
Arrived here about June 2014 and Aspire Life Care took over about two years ago. I like the care home, it is clean, warm and does not smell. The carers are nice and chat to me. The owners are here quite a lot and chat with me. Their care for me is very good as I am not as mobile as I used to be....
Arrived here about June 2014 and Aspire Life Care took over about two years ago. I like the care home, it is clean, warm and does not smell. The carers are nice and chat to me. The owners are here quite a lot and chat with me. Their care for me is very good as I am not as mobile as I used to be. Food is generally tasty and more thank I can eat. I am very happy here but could do with some more organised activities.
Review from Sue H (Sister of Resident) published on 19 August 2016 Submitted via Review Postal Card•
Overall Experience
This home is friendly, comfortable and resident-focused. It is small enough for a very personal approach and large enough to offer a good range of level of support. My brother has settled in following a lengthy stay in hospital. The home deals with a range of care needs and ages.
This home is friendly, comfortable and resident-focused. It is small enough for a very personal approach and large enough to offer a good range of level of support. My brother has settled in following a lengthy stay in hospital. The home deals with a range of care needs and ages.
Review from Stephen H (Son of Resident) published on 27 July 2016 Submitted via Review Postal Card•
Overall Experience
Today was my first visit to Westdene. The welcome at the front door was warm and inviting and this was reflected throughout the home. The staff I met were very friendly and all knew my mother in law in detail and could help and advise in response of the various questions we raised.
New dining room...
Today was my first visit to Westdene. The welcome at the front door was warm and inviting and this was reflected throughout the home. The staff I met were very friendly and all knew my mother in law in detail and could help and advise in response of the various questions we raised.
New dining room furniture and new lounge furniture and the colourful garden all help to create a pleasant atmosphere. However it is the staff who will make the home a happy home and the staff I have met will certainly be capable of doing that.
Review from Heidi (Resident / Service User) published on 5 May 2016 Submitted via Review Postal Card•
Overall Experience
I really enjoy my stay at Westdene House. I want to say thank you to all the staff for looking after me. I recommended Westdene House to anyone very highly.
I really enjoy my stay at Westdene House. I want to say thank you to all the staff for looking after me. I recommended Westdene House to anyone very highly.
Review from F L (Resident / Service User) published on 23 March 2016 Submitted via Review Postal Card•
Overall Experience
I enjoyed my stay.
I enjoyed my stay.
Review from Janice W (Daughter of Resident) published on 5 January 2016 Submitted via Website•
Overall Experience
Mum was extremely happy at Westdene. It is situated in a lovely position, very convenient for strolling along the seafront in her wheelchair or watching bowls from the cafe in the park nearby. All the staff have a happy and caring attitude towards the residents, nothing is too much trouble. Mum...
Mum was extremely happy at Westdene. It is situated in a lovely position, very convenient for strolling along the seafront in her wheelchair or watching bowls from the cafe in the park nearby. All the staff have a happy and caring attitude towards the residents, nothing is too much trouble. Mum enjoyed the food and her room was clean and comfortable.
Review from Paul P (Son of Resident) published on 23 June 2015 Submitted via Website•
Overall Experience
Westdene House has got a very homely, presentable, nice, friendly, and clean atmosphere. Very caring and attentive staff. Management and the staff are keeping us informed and involved with our mother’s care at all times. Our mother is very happy at Westdene and she is enjoying her stay.
Westdene House has got a very homely, presentable, nice, friendly, and clean atmosphere. Very caring and attentive staff. Management and the staff are keeping us informed and involved with our mother’s care at all times. Our mother is very happy at Westdene and she is enjoying her stay.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 09 November 2022Overall
Good
Good
- 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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Frequently Asked Questions about Westdene House
What types of Care is Westdene House registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Westdene House have?
There are 14 Single Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Westdene House?
Own Furniture if required, Smoking not permitted, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Minibus or other transport, Stairlift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Westdene House to the centre of Worthing?
1.0 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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