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With a team of skilled carers carrying out person-centred planning, occupants can relax in the knowledge that their health and well-being is safeguarded while enjoying classic English gardens, expansive scenery and a summerhouse.
The service includes Internet access and a choice of activities aimed towards good emotional and physical health.
Care Provided by Oaklands Nursing Home
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- 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 32 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
- COPD/Pulmonary Disease
- Convalescent Care
- Day Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Smoking not permitted
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public 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 Oaklands Nursing Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Oaklands Nursing Home 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)
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 £267.68 per week and is usually paid directly to the care home.
Good to Know
Group / Owner
- Carewise Homes Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Beti Koder (Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Mixed (no single-gender units)
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
- Last Refurbishment: 2025
- Number of floors: 2
Room Information
- Single Rooms (30)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (30)
Oaklands Nursing Home Reviews (66)
Oaklands Nursing Home has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.807) out of 10, based on 17 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Oaklands Nursing Home has 66 reviews.
My relative has been resident at Oaklands for nearly a year. Right from the start I found the staff & management at Oaklands kind, helpful & pro-active in setting up and continuing his care. The very comfortable amenities & calm ambiance of the communal areas of the home are backed up by professional, friendly & considerate staff. There is an admirable attention to detail, including making sure that he has the equipment & furniture appropriate to his current needs. It is clear that my relative feels both comfortable & content here. No review would be complete without noting the quality of the meals provided, both in the actual food & its attractive presentation - despite being on a 'softer food diet' the dishes my relative is served always look nutritious, delicious & appetising. I would love to report how they taste but there is never anything left on the plate to try!
Our team works hard to create a calm, welcoming environment, and it means a great deal to us that you have...
They're also so flexible when I bring my young son to visit - he always gets included and engaged with, which means a lot to us. Every resident I see seems happy, clean, and well cared for.
The facilities are lovely too, with a nice terrace the residents can enjoy when the weather's good. Dad's room is modern and really high standard.
All round, it's a wonderful home, and I'm so happy he's there.
It means a great deal to our whole team that you feel he is treated with dignity, warmth and genuine care....
* Joyce is treated with respect, courtesy and thoughtfulness. For example, she appeared a bit confused one morning and when I arrived one of the nurses discreetly asked me to let them know how I found Joyce to be so they could gather information should she have e.g the start of an infection.
*Joyce needs help to get washed and dressed and the member of the team giving this help is always patient and makes sure Joyce is able to choose which clothes she wears and does her hair knowing how she likes it.
*Joyce enjoys arts and crafts. The team all know this and the activity team tailor activities and outings for her accordingly.
*When Joyce has off site appointments or when visitors are coming, I let Oaklands know and they always put it in the diary so everyone is aware.
*In consultation with Joyce, her room has recently been refurbished.
Thank you so much for sharing this lovely review. It's wonderful to hear how thoughtfully Joyce is cared for - from the respectful way the team support her day-to-day needs to the personalised activities and the attention given to her wellbeing. Your comments about the nurses' discretion, the...
my husband spent 3 weeks in oaklands before his passing, in this time he was looked after brilliantly the staff were caring & very involved - I would not hesitate recommending this nursing home to anybody.
Thank you so much for sharing these kind words during such a difficult time. It means a great deal to us to know that your husband felt cared for and supported during his three weeks at Oaklands. Our team will be truly touched by your appreciation.
Over the last 10 years I have visited Oaklands on a weekly basis visiting a longtime friend, and for nearly a year I have been visiting two friends when a another dear friend moved to Oaklands temporarily but now says she feels settled. Both women are without partners and neither has children. Both have been independent and active. So moving to "assisted living" was not an easy choice and occurred in each case following a health crisis. I have observed the initial period of bewilderment when getting home again is the intention and the imposition of routine feels interfering and unwelcome. I have seen the intuitive way the staff at Oaklands allow new residents to settle in and the supportive approach that preserves individuality. Over the years I have seen comings and goings and the huge extension project which must have tested the resilience of everyone. The home feels like a large family and the vulnerable are supported and encouraged to take a part by staff and residents.
Dear Carol. Thank you for your kind and thoughtful review. We're delighted your friends feel supported and settled, and we truly value your ongoing trust in us. We will continue doing our best and make sure our residents are happy at Oaklands.
On arrival this time he was greeted back by friendly and welcoming staff. The facilities are very good and the care he receives is personal and attentive. Big thank you to staff for spotting early signs of possible infection and dealing with it promptly.
He was included in the regular activities created for residents so didn't have to feel left out or isolated. He thoroughly enjoys the food which is always freshly prepared and adapted to personal requirements.
I would recommend Oaklands for anyone seeking good quality respite care.
Your recommendation means a great deal to us, and we remain committed to providing highquality respite care for all who stay with us.
A little gem overlooking Brighton, Oaklands nursing home offers comfortable accommodation, well thought out activities, lovely food, all in a happy atosphere and a beautiful garden. Nothing is too much trouble for the wonderful staff. One reservation - a bit pricey.
Thank you for your lovely review. It was our pleasure to look after you at Oaklands and I am sure that everyone will miss you. We are happy to her that you are doing very well and wish you all the best. If you do require any help again in the future, we will be happy to help anytime.
My wife received a warm welcome and wonderful care from day 1. Nothing is too much trouble and her care is very much tailored to her individual needs. I am confident that every aspect of her care is delivered in a professional and caring manner. A 5 star service by the lovely staff. Everyone has made my wife feel special. Thank you and I know my wife is in safe hands. I thoroughly reccomend Oaklands!
We are very happy to hear that your expectations regarding the care are met. We will always try to do our best and encourage everyone to help us to maintain our standard. Thank you for your ongoing support.
The home, in general, always looks clean and well cared for, just like the residents.
When mum was more aware of things, she enjoyed the daily activities. There is a lot going on.
Thankyou so much to all the staff at Oaklands, which make it a really calm and enjoyable place to be.
Thank you very much for your kind words. It is our pleasure to look after your lovely mother. Although she is not able to join in our scheduled activities anymore, she is responding well to our staff when attended in the room. Her unique character makes her very special.
Oaklands Care Home originally cared for my father between 2021 and 2022. He received excellent care when he was there. When my mother got to the point where she needed greater help than she was receiving at home, we had no hesitation in asking Oaklands to care for her from mid 2025, initially on a respite care basis and now as a full time resident. Beti and her team are caring and professional and always do their best to provide an excellent service, whilst working in conjunction with family members to keep them appraised of day to day issues.
Thank you for your lovely review. Your mom is a very lovely lady and we are very happy having her at Oaklands. Knowing her before she became our resident as a wife of one of our residents, makes our relationship totally unique and in many ways helped to create better relationship between us all.
I found myself in unfamilia terrirory when mum became ill with Dementia and was told she would need to go in to residential care, but with the amazing support and care shown towards my mum and myself we settled quickly.From the management, nurses and every carer their compasion and empathy showned to all residents is exemplary.There is lots of activitys which mum loves doing painting,drawing,playing games and trips out.I am so happy that i can visit at any time,take her out or just sit in the garden then go home knowing she is safe and happy.I recomend to everyone looking for a warm and happy environment to place a love one, oaklands is 1st class and after 5 months my mum is thriving.
Dear Debbie, thank you for your lovely words. We are all very happy to look after your mom and is great to hear that you are happy with our care as well. Having yourself visiting your mom at Oaklands is another great experience for us all and I hope we will meet your expectations in the future as well.
It's a beautiful building with excellent rooms and facilities which are always clean and airy, but it's the staff who made Oaklands so very special. The genuine affection that they have for their residents was so clear throughout my mum's time there. Nothing was ever too much trouble and they looked after her in a way that I will always be grateful for. They saw beyond the increasingly confused 91 year-old who could be very determined to do things her own way (!) and connected with the lovely person that she was.
I will miss my mum but will also miss the friendly welcoming atmosphere and people at Oaklands. You are superheroes, thank you so much xx
Thank you very much for wonderful words as always. I am sure that I am speaking in the name of all my staff when I say that we will all miss your mom and that it was our pleasure looking after her all these years. Like you said, she had her own way of doing stuff but she also had the...
From the moment I met Beti at Oaklands I had a good feeling. After being shown around, I just knew this was the place for my mother and after a year of mum being there I have been proven right! The kindness, care and friendliness shown to both my mother and myself is above and beyond what I have experienced in previous homes. All of the staff are outstanding and any request is met with prompt attention - nothing is too much effort. The head of activities keeps them all busy - balloon tennis is very popular with my mother and the other residents and if they wish to do something else he comes up with alternatives, no one is left out. From the day mum moved in my constant worries disappeared and one cant say more than that!
Dear Susan. Thank you for your beautiful review. It is always nice to hear that we are doing it right. I would like to say thank you to you as well as you are always ready to help and very understanding with everything. Your mom is really lovely and we are happy to be able to look after her.
My mother moved into Oaklands in February 2025. The rooms in the new wing are spacious, modern and ensuite with her room having direct access to the garden. The communal living area is nicely styled and comfortable with doors to a sun terrace. This is where the activities (singers, craft, games etc) take place. The bedrooms in the original part also appear nice in passing.
The most important part is care. I really can't speak highly enough of the care she has received. The staff are genuinely caring and friendly not just to patients but also to the family. My mothers requirements (dementia and unable to walk) are high needing turning regularly and fed (with a lot of patience), having food liquidised (actual meals not just fortified readymade). I have seen the chef doing his rounds taking orders and meals appear of high standard.
The best thing I can say is that when I leave after visiting I don't feel worried about her care, which I suppose is all we can hope for.
Thank you very much for the kind words. Our award is happy resident and happy families. I am really glad that our effort is obvious and appreciated. I will make sure my staff are aware of your comments. To add on, it is never difficult to be nice to a family member such as yourself and your father....
My mother was at Oaklands for a relatively short space of time before she sadly passed away. However, I can without hesitation recommend Oaklands very highly. All the staff really cared for mum and did their utmost to make her time there as comfortable as possible. Her room was lovely; very spacious and they were extremely accommodating regarding the personal possessions she wanted around her. We were always informed of any updates in mum's care, the communication was excellent and myself and my brother had no doubts that mum was receiving the best possible care. We would like to express our deep and sincere thanks to everyone at Oaklands.
Thank you for your beautiful review and all the lovely words. It was our pleasure to look after your mother though unfortunately, it was not for a very long time. We are very pleased that we were able to make those last few weeks pleasant and comfortable for her. Thank you for choosing our home.
The staff are friendly and go out of their way to ensure the residents are comfortable and happy.
The Manager and Deputy Manager are always very responsible to any queries or concerns I have and keep me fully informed.
Visitors are welcomed at any time and there is a warm, informal atmosphere.
I work as a Health Professional myself and am very aware of how difficult working in this sector is , but Oaklands have made a marked improvement in my mum's general health and well-being.
I found the idea of placing my mum in a Nursing Home very difficult, and I looked around at a number of homes but feel I made the .right choice with Oaklands, and am relaxed that my mum is well cared for.
Thank you very much for your lovely review. We are very proud to hear that you are happy with your moms placement and you think she is looked after well. Thank you also for being so understanding and supportive during this building work.
When Oaklands agreed they would be able to offer a home to my mum it was a huge relief, I knew she would be in the best possible place, receiving the best possible care. This has proved to be the case and I am very grateful to all the wonderful staff who look after my mum and make me feel so welcome when I visit.
Thank you.
Thank you for your beautiful review. It really means a lot to us when we receive feedback like yours. You looked after your mom very well and you are still helping us a lot which makes our job easier. We will definitely try to continue providing the best care for your mom. Thank you, Beti
I spent quite a bit of time at Oaklands during the last days of my friend's life and got to know the team there. They were brilliant. Every person I met: the manager, the carers, the nurses and all the support staff were friendly, engaged, caring and just perfect. Good care is not about the fixtures and fittings, it is about the people inside and I would highly recommend Oaklands to anyone considering a home-from-home for their loved one.
Dear Madeline, thank you very much for your beautiful feedback. It is always good to hear that friends and relatives are happy with the care we provide. It gives us the assurance that we are definitely on the right path. It also gives us strength to overcome any obstacles that may come our way.
From what I have seen the staff are amazing, the home is always clean and today, as are the residents, I know that the staff play games and keep residents amused. Thank you for the care you give my mum.
Dear Jennifer, thank you for your lovely review. We are very happy to hear that we are looking after your mom well. She is a very lovely character and we are all happy having her here.
A testimony to this wonderful place is the fact that from when I last used this facility for my dad practically every member of staff remains. This shows that the staff are well treated and looked after and enjoy their work. This is so very important in this line of work.
The home has a high level of cleanliness and the food is cooked freshly every day by their wonderful chef. I honestly can't recommend this home enough.
Dear Gisella, thank you very much for your beautiful words. We are really honoured you've chosen our home for the second time to look after your relative. It is our pleasure to look after your lovely mother-in-law.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 19 February 2026Good
- 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
Please contact us for latest vacancies.
News (1) & Events (0)
- 03 Jul 2025
Recent and upcoming event
There are no upcoming events for Oaklands Nursing Home.
Awards / Recognitions (9)
- 30 Jan 2026Recipient: Carewise Homes Ltd
- 31 Jan 2025Recipient: Carewise Homes Ltd
- 31 Jan 2024Recipient: Carewise Homes Ltd
Accreditations
There are no accreditations posted yet for Oaklands Nursing Home.
Meet the Team (1)

Oaklands is run by Care Manager, Beti Koder. She has over 20 years of experience in the social care sector and has worked in various care homes, working up the ranks to being a registered manager.
Frequently Asked Questions about Oaklands Nursing Home
What types of Care is Oaklands Nursing Home registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Oaklands Nursing Home have?
There are 30 Single Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Oaklands Nursing Home?
Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Smoking not permitted, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Lift, 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 Oaklands Nursing Home to the centre of Hove?
1.6 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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