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Longacre Nursing Home

12/14 Chute Way, High Salvington, Worthing, West Sussex BN13 3EA
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Longacre Nursing Home, Worthing
Longacre Nursing Home, Worthing
Longacre Nursing Home, Worthing

Longacre Care Home in Worthing, West Sussex, offers residential and nursing care for older people, as well as dementia and palliative care.

There is a team of nurses at the care home offering 24/7 support and residents at the home are treated with respect and compassion.

Staff are experienced and dignity is at the heart of their care. The home also has a dedicated activities team ensuring residents are stimulated and engaged and do meaningful activities.

Care Provided by Longacre 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 30 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia

Other Care Provided

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

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • Smoking not permitted
  • Close to Local shops
  • Near Public Transport
  • Minibus or other transport
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Gardens
  • Television point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access

Funding & Fees

Weekly Charges per Person

Type of carePermanentRespite
Residential CareFrom £1,353From £1,353
Residential Dementia CareFrom £1,353From £1,353
Nursing CareFrom £1,353From £1,353
Nursing Dementia CareFrom £1,353From £1,353

Fees are dependent on assessment prior to admission

Contact Longacre 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

Person in charge

  • Diane Thorp(Matron)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: No
  • Last Refurbishment: 2012
  • Number of floors: 2

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (24)
  • Couples/Companion Rooms (1)
  • Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (10)
  • Couples/Companion Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (1)

Visiting

  • Visitors are welcome at any time, but ideally asked to avoid meal times if possible

Parking

  • There is ample free parking on the road outside and they also have a small carpark on site.

Longacre Nursing Home Reviews (33)

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9.7

Longacre Nursing Home has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.688) out of 10, based on 14 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Longacre Nursing Home has 33 reviews.

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Review from J C (Daughter of Resident) published on 9 January 2023 Submitted via Website
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This is the second time I've used this nursing home for a parent with end-of-life care. I found the whole team to be extremely caring and thoughtful towards my mother, and also to us as a family couldn't do enough for us they supported us at a very difficult time. The atmosphere in the home was excellent and very welcoming and I never saw anything but excellent care for all the residents. Very happy with the care my mother received and my father before that. Can't recommend it highly enough.

Reply from Diane Thorp, Manager at Longacre Nursing Home

Thank you so much for taking the time to send a review at such a difficult time for you. It is very much appreciated and helps us evaluate the service we provide to ensure we continue to deliver the best possible care we can.

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Review from S D (Daughter of Resident) published on 22 December 2022 Submitted via Postal Card
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My mother has been at Longacres Nursing Home for three years and I have nothing but praise for all the staff and management for her care and well-being and for keeping her happy and fulfilled. The staff are always happy to speak with me anytime and always keep me informed of every aspect of mum's life.

Reply from Diane Thorp, Manager at Longacre Nursing Home

Thank you, for your kind comments, we love all the residents as if they were our own family, and hopefully treat them the same as well, and with a bit of "naughtiness" sometimes!

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Review from Colin F (Son of Resident) published on 12 December 2022 Submitted via Website
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We would like to thank the Manager and all the staff for the wonderful and dedicated care they gave our father during the weeks he was with them. He came to the home for end-of-life care and they always ensured he was wonderfully well cared for and provided with 1-1 help with everything he needed. Nothing was too much trouble and everyone took a genuine interest in him and we were able to go home each day knowing we had no worries about how he was being looked after and that if there was a change we would be contacted. Thank you again for all you did for him, we are eternally grateful.

Reply from Diane Thorp, Manager at Longacre Nursing Home
Thank you so much for your very kind words, it really does mean a lot,

It is always a pleasure to care for all our wonderful residents, and your lovely father was no exception, he loved you all so much.

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Review from N W (Daughter of Resident) published on 30 November 2022 Submitted via Postal Card
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Longacre continues to give mum the love and care she needs in a home-from-home atmosphere. All the staff are very friendly and cheerful and provide essential familiar faces daily and when we visit we become part of the family too. Mum is always included in the activities and celebrations as far as her condition allows and a lot of effort goes into these occasions. Mum's needs are always discussed with us. We would like to thank the manager and all the staff for going the extra mile.

Reply from Diane Thorp, Manager at Longacre Nursing Home

Thank you for your lovely comments, it means a lot to myself and the Longacre Team.

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Review from Peggy A (Wife of Resident) published on 3 February 2022 Submitted via Website
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After my husband had a long stay in hospital Longacre was eventually found as a suitable nursing home to meet his needs. I couldn't have chosen better, they have been so caring and met his needs whenever these changed. These changes were often as he had medical problems as well as his dementia. They took time to change his dressings on a daily basis, with the matron a very experienced nurse who knew when to call the doctor with any other changes. I felt he had personal care by lovely carers, always monitoring his food intake. They administered to his personal needs and it took so much of the worry away from me, knowing he was so well looked after. They helped me celebrate several birthdays and our Golden Wedding Anniversary. Sadly my husband passed away in early December, with full PPE and testing I was allowed to see him weekly in the last few months. I will always be grateful for the kindness they have shown.

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Review from Vikki M (Daughter of Resident) published on 24 June 2020 Submitted via Website
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My mum moved into Longacre after a long stay in hospital, from our first visit the staff made us feel very welcome and accommodating to anything we requested. Mum was well cared for with love and dignity. We as her family always felt part of their family. Sadly Mum passed away in May 2020 so her stay was short. They cared for her during the awful Covid-19 situation.
They were so respectful on her final day to her and us as her family.

Thank you to you all at Longacre.

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Review from Michele N (Daughter of Resident) published on 9 August 2019 Submitted via Website
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We chose Longacre for my mother for palliative care. She was only there for two weeks before she passed away but the care she received was amazing. The staff are very caring and very professional. Nothing was too much trouble for them. Her room was lovely too. I am very glad that she spent her last days being looked after such a professional group of people.

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Review from Sarah T (Next of Kin) published on 28 June 2019 Submitted via Website
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I regret that I cannot recommend Longacre unless there is no other room available. The Home is clean and secure and the Staff I encountered were caring. I did not see catering or evidence of Activities.
However, the care is not "person-centred". The staff have a routine they follow when getting residents up so last in line can still be waiting late in the morning. Promised situation updates were not provided.

The staff do not knock/ask before entering, use patronising names, they don't have name badges and any uniforms seem random. Example: One day a chap with the appearance of a working janitor walked into the room and said to the resident I was visiting words to the effect of “Have you been sick again dear?”. I asked who he was and he confirmed he was a nurse.

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Review from Graham B (Son of Resident) published on 29 October 2018 Submitted via Website
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My mother had palliative care at the home from 22/08/18 upto the time of her death on October 7th 2018.

Exceptionally well cared for. Wonderful management and staff care. The manager and her team were attentive and professional at all times.

We couldn't have asked for a better facility for my mother.

Thank you.

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Review from K P (Daughter of Resident) published on 16 March 2017 Submitted via Postal Card
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I cannot praise the staff enough. Mum has been a resident for 6 years and has been shown nothing but respect and kindness. Mum is well looked after and cared for like a member of the family.

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Review from John C (Great-Nephew of Resident) published on 16 November 2015 Submitted via Website
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My Great Aunt, who is 108 years old, came to Longacre in May 2015 when her previous home suddenly decided to close. After a family inspection we decided Longacre would be ideal for her. At her age we were worried how she would handle the move but thanks to the staff and management she soon settled in. Although now virtually blind and quite deaf she still manages to recite poetry (several verses) and quote Shakespear. Most of all she loves to sing and her repertoire is quite extensive. She is very happy here which is of great comfort to the family.

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Review from Susan T (Daughter of Resident) published on 9 November 2015 Submitted via Website
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My mother had a stroke when she was only 63, while still in the hospital we were told that she would be unable to return home and would need specialised care in a Nursing Home. She is now 77 and even now finds it very difficult to accept. The staff are exceptional in jollying her out of her moods even when I am unable to do so. All the staff are very friendly and approachable. They are always popping in to chat to her. They always make sure she has a drink and respond if she rings the bell. They also pop in just to check she is ok and if she needs anything. They are more than happy for me to bring in some special things mum likes to eat. I was also able to bring in sets of drawers on wheels to be able to store her personal items.

A few month's ago mum was very poorly with a chest infection but the Matron knows she is petrified of hospitals; she called the Doctor and monitored mum's condition until mum was over the worst without sending her to the hospital which I know helped mum recover quickly. In fact any concerns they have about mum's health they immediately call the Doctor.

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Review from June O (Sister of Resident) published on 14 October 2015 Submitted via Website
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My sister has been in Longacre home for 4 years and although not a palace I have been very pleased with the care my sister has had and still having, I have found the staff very caring and nothing is too much trouble.

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Date: 29 January 2026
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  • EffectiveGood
  • ResponsiveGood
  • SafeGood
  • Well-ledGood
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Meet the Team (4)

Diane Thorp
Diane ThorpJob Title:Registered ManagerJoined: 2008

Started working at Longacre Nursing Home over 27 years ago as a Registered Nurse. I grew along the home and proceeded to work as a Deputy Manager and ultimately as the Registered Home Manager.

I have always enjoyed taking on the challenge of providing compassion and outstanding person centred care to all of our residents whilst assuring the smooth running of the home.

I will always work on making sure our residents feel at home rather than an institution.

Lorraine Chaloner
Lorraine ChalonerJob Title:Admin/HousekeepingJoined: 2019

I consider myself 'jack of all trades' as I dabble in all different roles within the home as needed in order to assist with providing the best care for our residents.

I always take my time in making sure our residents and their families are well looked after.

Natalie Roberts
Natalie RobertsJob Title:CookJoined: 2014

I enjoy cooking for all residents at Longacre.

I make sure their preferences are met and do my best to ensure our residents are happy and they enjoy nutritious food that looks and tastes good.

Jay Dunlop
Jay DunlopJob Title:Activities CoordinatorJoined: 2020

I love spending quality time with our residents, allowing them time to unleash their creativity and displaying it throughout the home with their approval.

I always make sure their home is decorated in line with all events and celebrations throughout the year be it Diwali, Halloween or Christmas.

It is a privilege to be able to spend so much time with the residents and enjoy being part of the team at Longacre.

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