Sycamore Court

Fitzherbert Drive, Off Bevendean Road, Brighton BN2 4DU
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  • Sycamore Court, Brighton
Sycamore Court in Brighton is well-respected within the local community for providing high quality and effective care and accommodation for older people. It also offers care for people with physical disabilities, such as Parkinsons' disease.

This purpose-built home is ideal for those needing a long-term home with wheelchair access and a spacious environment, perfect for those with mobility issues. There are en-suite facilities in every room and specially equipped bathrooms are available.

Sycamore Court maintains a thorough programme of social activities available from 10am until 4pm daily, including weekends. Person-centred activities are aimed towards improving residents' physical, social and emotional wellbeing, when they are not enjoying the generous grounds and local amenities.
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Care Provided by Sycamore Court

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Mental Health Condition
  • Physical Disability
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • For a maximum of 43 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia
  • Advanced/Complex Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Palliative / End of Life Care

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • Close to Local shops
  • Near Public Transport
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Gardens
  • Bar/Café
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Television point in own room

Funding & Fees What's included?

Weekly Charges per Person

  • Self-Funded Residential Care: £1500 – £1500
  • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: £1500 – £1500
  • Self-Funded Nursing Care: £1600 – £1600
  • Self-Funded Nursing Dementia Care: £1600 – £1600
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Care: £1700 – £1700
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: £1700 – £1700
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Nursing Care: £1800 – £1800
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Nursing Dementia Care: £1800 – £1800

Fees are subject to an assessment of individual needs.

These prices are only a guideline, please contact Sycamore Court to find out the exact price for your requirements.

Contact Sycamore Court to confirm what exactly is included and get an estimate tailored to your care needs:

Funding Types Accepted

  • Self Funding (Private)
  • Local Authority with Top Up
  • Local Authority
  • NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)

Support you may be entitled to

If you chose a care home based in England, you may be eligible for NHS Funded Nursing Care (FNC), which helps cover the cost of nursing. This is worth £254.06 per week and is usually paid directly to the care home.

Contact Sycamore Court to confirm what exactly is included and get an estimate tailored to your care needs:

Good to Know

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Lisa Blencowe (Care Home Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: No
  • Last Refurbishment: 2016

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (43)
  • Single Rooms with Ensuite Wet Room (43)

Sycamore Court Reviews (31)

9.8

Sycamore Court has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.836) out of 10, based on 15 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Sycamore Court has 31 reviews.

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Review from Sally E (Daughter of Resident) published on 11 November 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Mum has been a resident of Sycamore Court for almost 4 years now and whilst I have a moan now and then I have nothing but praise for how the staff look after mum and management deal with any thought or queries I may have.


The staff aways greet you by name they are so friendly and genuinely care with

kindness in dealing with mum's dementia in the best way they can which I know can be difficult sometimes, especially, as she is immobile and can no longer make herself understood.


I visit daily so I see how this care applies to all residents and as a visitor they have supported me fully and always willing to listen to me and answer any questions I may have.


The food is excellent and varied and there are choices.


Activities have improved greatly over the last few years and all are encouraged to join in with sessions twice daily.


I and the family are very happy that mum is living in a very caring environment, thank you.

Reply from Lisa, Home Manager at Sycamore Court
Thank you for sharing your experience of our home, it is greatly appreciated. Warm regards, Lisa
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Review from Juanita B (Partner of Resident) published on 11 November 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My Partner has been at Sycamore Court for some considerable time now and I cannot rate it highly enough. All the staff treat residents with respect and the care is outstanding. The Management is very 'hands on' and maintain an open door policy. Nothing is too much trouble. My Partner is very comfortable
and although he rarely takes part in the daily activities is visited by members of staff on a regular basis. The home is spotless and the food is excellent with menus changing weekly. I know my Partner is safe and well cared for and I couldn't wish for more.
Reply from Lisa, Home Manager at Sycamore Court
Thank you for taking the time to write this review and for your praise of the care we provide here at Sycamore Court, it means a great deal to all of us. Best wishes, Lisa
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Review from Susan C (Friend of Resident) published on 11 November 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My dear friend is 94 years old and she has advanced dementia. After a lot of searching we found Sycamore Court and I'm SO pleased we did!
Although she now sleeps for most of the time, she is still cared for with kindness and compassion and is given as much dignity as possible.
Whenever I have visited
I've found evryone to be caring, knowledgeable and efficient and the whole place is always spotless.
Thank you to everyone.
Reply from Lisa, Home Manager at Sycamore Court
Thank you for sharing your experience of our home and for your kind words. Best wishes, Lisa
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Review from Chris N (Friend of Resident) published on 10 November 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Sycamore Court is first and foremost a safe and comfortable environment, 'a home from home' for those who need that extra support at this stage in their lives.
Whenever I visit, I never fail to be impressed by the overall cleanliness, the caring atmosphere, the friendliness and dedication of the staff.
I know that my friend is safe and cared for, which was not the case prior to moving to Sycamore Court. Thankyou, very re-assuring for me.
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Review from Portia V (Niece of Resident) published on 10 November 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Staff always helpful, friendly and doing their best. I was sure that my aunty was in good care whilst there. There were some obstacles to overcome with her needs but they managed so, so well and I'm so appreciative. She was also fed very well. Thank you so much for everything!
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Review from Marina S (Daughter of Resident) published on 15 July 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
At home Mum was lonely, depressed and constantly wishing for death.
Within a few weeks of attending Sycamore Court she was smiling and laughing and thinking about later in the year.she looks forward to the daily activities. The staff are friendly and supportive and help her to feel loved and needed.
They support me as well. I no longer have to juggle all the plates. I know she is safe.
Reply from Lisa Blencowe, Home Manager at Sycamore Court
Thank you for your kind review, the team and I are proud to be part of her journey back! Best wishes,
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Review from David S (Husband of Resident) published on 15 July 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
hard to imagine a better or well run nursing home than Sycomore Court Brighton. management and all staff so efficent and caring.place is spotlessy clean. my wife is very well looked after. nobody likes to go into a nursing home but this must rate as one of the best.
Reply from Lisa Blencowe, Home Manager at Sycamore Court
Thank you for your kind words and feedback! Regards
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Review from Graham S (Brother of Resident) published on 1 July 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My brother seems very happy at Sycamore Court. The staff are very attentive and all his needs are met. Whilst at Sycamore Court, my brother was pleased to join me and other residents in the dining room, which is not something he normally does. The food was most acceptable, and the company was good,
this made for a very enjoyable lunch.
Reply from Lisa, Home Manager at Sycamore Court
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience of our home. Best wishes,
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Review from S M (Daughter of Resident) published on 23 June 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Good overall care at Sycamore Court. Mum has dementia, health issues and is also immobile. Would appreciate more updates on her behaviour and health issues. More information on mum is always helpful.
Reply from Lisa, Home Manager at Sycamore Court
We appreciate your feedback. Please be aware that aside from our regular resident and relative meetings, care reviews can be booked directly with a member of the management team as frequently as you…read more
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Review from C J (Friend of Resident) published on 17 June 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Having moved my elderly friend into the home at short notice, I cannot fault the staff who have all been caring, supportive and helpful. My friend looks so much better and cared for since moving into the home 3 weeks ago. Any issues I have raised are being dealt with promptly and efficiently. The food
is wonderful and we had table service!! I had a super lunch with my friend, will be booking to go again soon! The hairdresser did a wonderful job on my friend's hair and this will be a regular occurrence going forward. My friend's physical and mental health have improved considerably since she moved in and she always appears clean and well cared for when I visit.
Reply from Lisa Blencowe, Home Manager at Sycamore Court
Thank you for your lovely review. I am happy to hear you feel your friend is settling in well and enjoying the care we provide. Regards,
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Review from Ionne B (Relative of Resident) published on 20 December 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I go to visit my brother-in-law annually when I return to the UK. He is getting some of the best treatment I have seen at this facility. The staff are very caring and attentive. They are always willing to help the clients there. The manager does a wonderful job as well as another particular staff member
does.
Reply from Lisa Blencowe, Care Home Manager at Sycamore Court
Thank you for your kind review! It's wonderful to hear that your brother-in-law is receiving such excellent treatment, and we'll be sure to pass your lovely feedback on to the rest of the team. Warm…read more
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Review from Liza A (Wife of Resident) published on 30 May 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My husband has been a resident at Sycamore Court for over a year now. He found it hard to settle at first but the carers and nurses have helped him a lot, and in particular, the activities staff have done their very best to include him whenever he wants to join in. At other times he is happy to watch
what is going on. I am impressed with the detailed records which are kept. It is very reassuring to be able to ask how he is when I visit, and to be given exact information about his day or night. Having been his carer myself for many years it is a great relief to see him being looked after so well now that I am no longer able to cope with his condition.
Reply from Lisa Blencowe, Home Manager at Sycamore Court
Thank you for sharing your experience. Your peace of mind is important to us, and we appreciate your trust in our team.
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Review from Josie A (Sister of Resident) published on 22 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have found that Sycamore Court is really willing to listen to the resident and try to meet his/her needs as an individual. They also take time to speak with relatives. I have also found that they have a highly professional approach to personal care and general comfort while maintaining a gentle and
kind manner. My brother has the care he now needs and is not as anxious as before moving to Sycamore Court. I would recommend Sycamore Court to anyone looking for residential care for their loved one.
Reply from Lisa Blencowe, Home Manager at Sycamore Court
Thank you for sharing your positive experience at Sycamore Court Care Home! We're thrilled your brother feels more at ease here.
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Review from K M (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 15 December 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both my mother-in-law and father-in-law were residents. We could not have been happier with the care that they both received. The care staff are very kind and caring. I would recommend this care home.
Reply from Lisa, Home Manager at Sycamore Court
Thank you for your review of our home and for allowing us to care for both your father-in-law and mother-in-law. I'm delighted to hear how happy you were with the care and services we provide here…read more
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Review from Jackie E (Friend of Resident) published on 30 November 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Very kind and caring staff. All friendly and will answer any questions you may have. Very clean and warm. The meals always look very good. Hot and well presented. The only fault I can find is my friend has no radio in his room, has a TV but it doesn't work. So yesterday he was just sitting alone in
his room. It made me sad. I know he does go upstairs for arts and crafts and looks at TV in main lounge and he always eats all his lunch when I'm there.
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Review from Sacha W (Respite Resident) published on 12 June 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our mum came to Sycamore Court in May, and what a breath of fresh air the team is! We are so relieved her type 1 diabetes is much better managed, and her nutrition is always taken into account. From the manager, kitchen staff, housekeeping, maintenance team, and last but not least, the healthcare team,
thank you for going the extra mile to keep our mum safe and looked after. Mum had a fall and had a week in the hospital, it was such an awful experience, and we were all pleased to get Mum back to Sycamore, as we knew they would get her back on track again; she has only been back a few days, but we know she is in good hands.
I am also a mother of a severely disabled adult daughter and work in palliative care, so I know the health environments quite well.
This service setting is one of the best, in my opinion.
Thank you.
Reply from Priyanka Gadhe, Marketing Administrator at Sycamore Court
Thank you so much for your kind words and trust in Sycamore Court care home. We greatly appreciate your feedback and are glad to know that our team has made a positive impact on your mom’s well-being.…read more
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Review from Maria C (Daughter of Resident) published on 9 June 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff are kind and caring. They do their best every day to engage and stimulate Mum, despite the challenges of her lack of mobility and severe dementia. They are also supportive of us as a family and understand how challenging a situation it is. They create opportunities for us to be involved and
are always happy to see us.
Reply from Priyanka Gadhe, Marketing Administrator at Sycamore Court
Thank you for taking out the time to leave us a review. We are glad to hear that you’re satisfied with the quality of care your mum is receiving during her stay. At Sycamore Court care home, we strive…read more
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Review from Natasha I (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 23 January 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Amazing staff and so friendly, and what an amazing gathering you put on for the Christmas party for all the residents. The Christmas activities were fantastic, and the activity staff always go above and beyond to keep them entertained. The food is amazing and always fresh.
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Review from Bob F (Son of Resident) published on 23 January 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Everything about the home is excellent,
My mother's room is clean and tidy, the food is very good, and the staff are very attentive and considerate.
My mother is very happy at the home, which is my primary concern.
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Review from Maureen R (Daughter of Resident) published on 29 July 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We are all very pleased with the care and attention she has received. We know she can be a little awkward at times, but she loves it there and sings its praises.
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Current Review Score: 9.8 (9.836)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.8 (9.836) out of 10 for Sycamore Court is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.8 out of 5 from 15 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 15 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Care Home is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  1. 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months. The Average Rating of 4.836 for Sycamore Court is calculated as follows: ( (145 Excellents x 5) + (24 Goods x 4) + (2 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 171 Ratings = 4.836
  2. 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5'). The 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Sycamore Court is based on 15 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    1. 4 points are available for the first 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 4
    2. 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the registered maximum number of service users in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Care Home registered for a maximum of 50 service users has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 43 registered maximum number of service users is 8.6, which has been reached with 15 Positive reviews. Points = 1
  3. When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
  4. If a Care Home does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

Regulatory Rating

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

Date: 31 Jan 2025

Overall Good

  • Caring Good
  • Effective Good
  • Responsive Good
  • Safe Good
  • Well-led Good
Care Quality Commission is responsible for the registration and inspection of social care services in England. View Latest Report

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Meet the Team (1)

Lisa

Lisa Blencowe

Job Title: Acting Care Home Manager Joined: 2022

Lisa is passionate about making a positive difference in other people’s lives, whilst delivering high standards of care. Her motto, which resonated across the team, is “Treat and care for each resident in the same way you expect to be treated.”

Frequently Asked Questions about Sycamore Court

What types of Care is Sycamore Court registered for?

Older Person Care, Dementia, Mental Health Condition, Physical Disability & Visual / Hearing Impairment are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.

How many Rooms does Sycamore Court have?

There are 43 Single Rooms.

What are the Facilities & Services at Sycamore Court?

Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Bar/Café, Phone Point in own room & Television point in own room are some of the Facilities & Services.

How far is Sycamore Court to the centre of Brighton?

1.1 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.

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