Barons Down Nursing Home

My mum came from the Intermediate Care Unit of the local hospital in Lewes, and for the last four years, Baron's Down Nursing Home has been her home, until she passed away peacefully one evening recently. She had her own room looking out onto the garden, and all the staff made her very welcome and comfortable. She often told us how much she enjoyed the food, and how kind she found all the people who worked there. The nurses, carers and other staff are exceptional. There is a warm and friendly atmosphere in the home, and our family were impressed by their professionalism and dedication. They were so kind and supportive when my mum declined in her final weeks, and we all admire their compassion and thoughtfulness in such a demanding job.

In the last two weeks, since mum has been in Barons Down the improvement is amazing. She's got her spark back, her eating has improved and the swelling on her legs has gone down. The staff a very friendly and helpful and keep me posted on all mum's needs. Amazing.

Our lovely father was in Barons Down Nursing Home for a month before he sadly passed away. We were extremely grateful that the home managed to find him a room at short notice and gave him such excellent end of life care. The whole team were amazing and he was truly well looked after by the wonderful nursing team and exceptional carers. The kindness, care and compassion that was shown to him, and the support they gave us, his family, was of great comfort to us all.

I can't thank the management/staff enough for the loving care and attention that my mother is receiving from everyone. She is extremely happy in the home, which gives us great delight to know that she is so well cared for. During the lockdown, the management staff are very kind in keeping me informed about her health and well-being. Management staff have said don’t hesitate in calling if I have any concerns regarding my mother, they are always there to help and give good advice.

My wife was in Barons Down from January until her death on 4th Feb. She came from hospital. She had numerous ailments including a recently diagnosed cancer. She was as contented I believe in the home as someone in her condition could be. The staff were kind and efficient. There was a friendly, cheerful air about the place which I'm sure cannot but be good for the residents and patients. She was on palliative care in her final days and I was permitted to visit her. I was made welcome by the staff at all times. They must have been very busy but it never showed.

My Nan received palliative care there after suffering a large stroke and becoming unable to swallow. She was transferred to Barons Down from the hospital. She also had a second stroke whilst at the nursing home. Although only a resident for 10 days the staff and carers there made a big impression on me. It was clear that they cared about my Nan. They treated her with care and dignity and I will always be thankful for how they looked after her during those last days.

Thank you all.

Great care and communication with patient and family. Rooms could do with updating. Lovely food and good to see positive, caring attitude. Staff work extremely hard.