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Darlington Court

The Leas, Off Station Road, Rustington, Littlehampton, West Sussex BN16 3SE
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Darlington Court, Littlehampton
Darlington Court, Littlehampton
Darlington Court, Littlehampton

Darlington Court is situated in the peaceful seaside town of Littlehampton. The friendly and experienced care team provides residential, dementia and nursing care for older people on a permanent or short term basis.

The purpose-built home has a large, bright dining room, stunning lounges and smaller garden rooms, ideal for relaxing and catching up with loved ones. The beautiful and secure gardens, which include a patio and lawns, are particularly popular...  

Care Provided by Darlington Court

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Learning Disability / Autism
  • Mental Health Condition
  • Physical Disability

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • For a maximum of 56 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia
  • Advanced/Complex Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Stroke
  • Palliative / End of Life Care
  • Bariatric Care/Obesity
  • Convalescent Care
  • Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Close to Local shops
  • Near Public Transport
  • Lift
  • Stairlift
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Gardens
  • Residents Kitchenette
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Television point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access

Funding & Fees

Weekly Charges per Person

Type of carePermanentRespite
Residential CareFrom £1,600From £1,800
Residential Dementia CareFrom £1,695From £1,906
Nursing CareFrom £1,865From £2,098
Nursing Dementia CareFrom £1,960From £2,205
Fees are subject to a pre-admission needs assessment which is required to fully understand the level
of care and support required by each individual. Premium rooms normally require an additional charge.
Nursing fees include the Funded Nursing Contribution (FNC) if you are eligible. There are no additional fees

for respite stays.

What’s included?
• All care and support including a monthly review of care plans
• All meals, snacks and drinks freshly prepared every day by our chef
• Access to landscaped gardens
• Activities and lifestyle programme
• All utilities and other accommodation costs
• Housekeeping and laundry services

• WiFi internet access

Please note, the weekly fee does not include hairdressing, chiropody or other healthcare visits or
appointments not covered by the NHS, toiletries, newspapers or magazines, any over the counter
medications that a GP wouldn’t normally prescribe such as paracetamol and indigestion relief, and any
other privately arranged healthcare. Should you require an escort to hospital appointments, we may apply

an agreed hourly charge for this service.

Contact Darlington Court 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

Person in charge

  • Constantin Matei (Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

  • Mixed (no single-gender units)
  • Ages 55+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes
  • Last Refurbishment: 2009

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (46)
  • Couples/Companion Rooms (5)
  • Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (46)

Parking

  • Parking on-site

Darlington Court Reviews (92)

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9.8

Darlington Court has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.843) out of 10, based on 22 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Darlington Court has 92 reviews.

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Review from H M (Daughter of Resident) published on 20 June 2017 Submitted via Postal Card
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It took my mother a few weeks to settle in this care home and being 88 years old that is understandable but the kindness of the staff and their attention to her whims helped.

My mother loved gardening and there are two conversations which she loves sitting in and this makes her feel at home. I am also pleased that she has gained weight and is encouraged to eat in the very sunny dining area by the staff who are very jolly. It is the atmosphere here that is conducive to my mother's health and I'm so glad I found this care home.

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Review from S B (Daughter of Resident) published on 20 June 2017 Submitted via Postal Card
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Dad has mild dementia and is somewhat slow in his movements. The staff are kind and patient. He is given choice in everything and especially impressed that he is treated with dignity. His opinions count and he feels he has something to offer. He is as happy as he can be. He has a new lease of life.

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Review from S M (Daughter of Resident) published on 13 June 2017 Submitted via Postal Card
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My mother has been at D.Court since July 2016 on the first floor. She has vascular dementia and ios no longer mobile. The care shown to her in a secure and safe environment is second to none.
She is encouraged to partake in activities, enjoys her weekly visit to the hairdresser and likes sitting out in the garden.

Both myself and my husband would not hesitate to recommend D. Court to others. In fact, a couple we know has just placed a relative of their on our recommendation.

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Review from Suzanne (Daughter of Resident) published on 1 February 2017 Submitted via Website
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The last few months have been a challenging time for our whole family and I want all the staff in Darlington Court to know that they made it a lot easier for us to cope. The care home Assistants and Nurses all showed compassion and sensitivity at all times to both my Dad’s and our situation. They allowed him dignity and respect at a time when this was compromised by his deteriorating health. They gave us information and support and the evening staff and night staff on the last day of his life were so kind. I’d like to thank the whole team for making an awful situation more bearable.

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Review from Judith P (Friend of Resident) published on 7 September 2016 Submitted via Postal Card
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Our friend was admitted for end of life care. On each occasion when we visited him, we were very impressed with the standard of care and the way he was treated with kindness and dignity, even though his behaviour because of his medical condition, could be extremely challenging at times.

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Review from Sue N (Daughter of Resident) published on 24 May 2016 Submitted via Postal Card
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Mum has been cared for at Darlington Court to perfection for the past 5 years. Mum has severe dementia, is unable to stand or verbally communicate. She is very settled there, and despite being very ill recently, continues to be comfortable and well cared for.

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Review from Mary M (Resident / Service User) published on 27 April 2016 Submitted via Postal Card
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I have been a resident for 8 years and I am very happy here.

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Review from Jackie (Friend of Resident) published on 13 April 2016 Submitted via Postal Card
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My mother's companion was admitted to hospital not long after his 90th birthday, after his discharge from hospital we knew that he did not have a long time to live. He needed some specialised care and we were looking for a care home with the facilities and professional care that was required. Darlington Court was simple excellent in every way.

The staff were ALL incredibly supportive. We felt that he was in safe, professional hands in terms of the care he needed but also in a loving and caring environment.

Every single member of staff played apart in making him comfortable and making my mother and I welcome.

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Review from Donald M (Resident / Service User) published on 29 March 2016 Submitted via Postal Card
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I have been a resident at Darlington Court for almost eight years. The staff, from top to bottom, including domestics are caring and kindness itself. Medical care is administered and where appropriate Dr's are called out of hours, they are aslo kind and understanding to both residents and family. meals are varied and individual needs catered for. The manager as well as all the other staff are always available to listen. Monthly meetings are held to keep us updated on the running of the home. i find it hard to complain.

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Review from Suzanne W (Daughter of Resident) published on 8 March 2016 Submitted via Postal Card
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Darlington Court is an amazing home, the care and attention given to my father is outstanding. He is treated with complete dignity and his care is faultless. I cannot praise the staff enough, from reception staff, manager, to the wonderful carers who cannot do enough for my father. Also my mum is made to feel very welcome, she visits every day and is very well looked after. A big thank you to everyone!

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Review from Mike B (Son of Resident) published on 7 January 2016 Submitted via Website
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My mother stayed for a week over Christmas and thoroughly enjoyed her stay. The staff were always available, were thoughtful and helpful. I was impressed that when we first arrived one of your staff came out to the car, without being asked, to help Mum out of the car and welcome her to the home. It's the small things, the personal touches, that make such a difference.

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Review from Rosemary E (Wife of Resident) published on 16 October 2015 Submitted via Website
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My husband has been a resident here for just over 4 years. He is loved, respected and treated with dignity. It is like a home from home and there is a great family atmosphere. Not only are the residents well looked after but they care for their family as well.

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Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

Date: 05 January 2023
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  • CaringGood
  • EffectiveGood
  • ResponsiveGood
  • SafeGood
  • Well-ledRequires improvement
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News (42) & Events (0)

News
  • 29 May 2026

    Care UK’s commitment to supporting residents has been nationally recognised, as the organisation took home the large care provider of the year accolade at the 2026 Care Home Awards. At...

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  • 23 Jul 2026Recipient: Care UK
  • 13 Jul 2026Recipient: Care UK
  • 26 Jun 2026Recipient: Care UK

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Meet the Team (1)

Costin Matei
Costin MateiJob Title:Home Manager

As Home Manager, the most important part of my role is making sure residents receive safe, compassionate, high-quality care in a home where they feel comfortable, respected and valued.

Before joining the team at Darlington Court, I was a home manager for another large organisation. While there, I was able to help achieve a number of positive outcomes, including improving standards and developing a strong team. Joining Care UK felt like the right next step for me, as it is an established home with a strong team that genuinely makes a positive difference to residents and their families.

I believe that a good home manager should be approachable, resilient, organised and genuinely caring. I think you also need to be a good listener and to remember that residents are at the heart of everything we do.

I’m really proud of what we all do here, and it is always rewarding to see residents well cared for and happy, and to see colleagues work well together. Knowing that we have such a beneficial impact on people’s daily lives is something I value greatly, so when I was recognised as a Queen’s Nurse for my contribution to care, it meant so much to me.

For me, the best part of the day is spending time speaking with residents, their relatives and colleagues. I enjoy being visible and involved because it helps me understand what’s going on and learn what support people need so we can keep on improving.

Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my family and travelling. I also value personal development and learning new things that help me grow both personally and professionally.

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