Care for Veterans

My husband had been looked after by Care for Veterans from November 2024 until July 2025. The dedicated care from ALL staff was absolutely amazing. They treated my husband with dignity right up until he sadly passed away on Norfolk ward. I cannot speak highly enough of Care for Veterans, they give the best care in West Sussex. I have to say I'm full of admiration for them all.

I was admitted to Care for Veterans on the 5th June 25 having spent the beginning of June in hospital following a fall. With no care package in place and not able to walk properly I had to go into the veterans for respite care. This helped me to gain confidence and better mobility as I also live on my own. The care I was given was wonderful and restored my confidence. Have returned home to see how I manage with occasional help from my daughter.

We contacted Care for Veterans when mum was discharged from hospital too soon and unable to walk or manage to look after herself following a blood clot in the top of her thigh. The staff and everyone involved in looking after mum from the first day she arrived have been, amazing - kind, caring and treating mum with compassion, respect and encouragement when she is walking with her frame. They have also been a support to us as a family when we were so concerned about mum. We are incredibly grateful to everyone who works at the Care For Veterans and we look forwards to attending the summer fayre and other events! Thank you

I have seen and visited many care homes, and this is a five star residence.

Always made to feel welcome by the staff.

All the staff are very helpful and welcoming. Reception is very helpful and are interested in how my brother is doing. My brother needs a high degree of nursing care and the nurses care for him in an efficient and friendly manner. My brother's condition did deteriorate they kept me informed without my needing to keep ringing for updates. Overall they provide a high standard of care to all their patients.

I feel very comfortable going in for respite care. Enjoy the physio room and help with recreation going on. Love the food.

Our mum recently visited this wonderful care home for two respite stays following a prolonged period of ill health. Despite an initial nervousness on her part at never having stayed at a care home before, this was quickly dispelled when she met the lovely staff there who put her at ease straightaway with their warm and friendly personalities and genuine interest in her as a person. This warmth also extended to us as a family where cups of tea and no shortage of biscuits were always offered when visiting. The standard of care received on both occasions our mum stayed with you was exemplary, where everything from medical needs to checking in on her and having a chat was always professionally and considerately done. Most importantly, the welcoming atmosphere of your home has allowed our mum not only to regain her health but also to make new friends again following the isolation she felt during the pandemic. Thank you all for being the most wonderful and caring people that you are!

A care home that goes above and beyond. I cannot thank you enough for the care you give to my grandfather and the ongoing support you give to my granny. You’ve made hard times that little bit easier. You make the holidays filled with joy for the children visiting and still magical for the residents. My little girl especially loved the Elf walking around on Christmas Day. Thank you for all you do.

Thank you!

Care for Veterans provide compassionate and resident-centred care at all times. All the staff are willing to ensure my father's stay at Care for Veterans is enjoyable and overall a real pleasure. He is encouraged to participate in as many or as few activities as he would like, including physiotherapy and off-site events. Moreover, his residency has provided him with a safe and secure environment with medical care and welfare oversight. Very reassuring for the whole family. Thank you.

My husband has respite three times a year. We find it a superb place for him to stay with all the things going on in the physio and activity rooms.

The staff are amazing, dedicated and caring. Nothing is too much trouble. The home is immaculate, and the facilities are numerous. The ambience is warm and welcoming.

The care my friend received from all the staff in Care for Veterans, Gifford House, Worthing was second to none. My friend was treated with the care and respect you would hope them to have. My friend's spouse was also looked after well on all the days they visited, nothing was ever too much trouble. For this, I thank all the staff at Gifford House. I myself visited a couple of times, as my friend was only in for respite but, unfortunately, their health deteriorated quicker than anyone realised and they passed away surrounded by the love of their spouse and the staff. I found the home to be clean and every need catered for, the staff were welcoming and very approachable.

My initial enquiry was promptly and efficiently dealt with. Reception staff were friendly, welcoming and helpful, yet always mindful to meet and enforce Covid safety measures. The staff on the Richmond wing were quite simply amazing, they responded to my mum's needs well, were very friendly and soon settled my mother in. As my mother's condition declined they kept me well informed, reacted quickly to her needs and gave me fortifying cups of tea. They were so supportive. After my mother's death, everyone from the lady on reception, the nursing and care staff to the manager went out of their way to help and support me. I will be forever grateful to them. I would not hesitate to recommend this wonderful organisation.

He has been treated with care and dignity, the staff are exceptional from the management to cleaners all showing kindness to us and our brother.

Dad was moved to the palliative care team at Care for Veterans from a hospice (due to an aneurysm). We were initially anxious about the move, but it turns out we could not have done better. Dad was there for the month of May, and we visited every day. We were allowed to decorate the room with photos that were meaningful to Dad. The care was great, both medical and the support team. Dad was coeliac, and they always had a good offering, despite his poor appetite. The team who cared for Dad were enthusiastic and empathic. We always found he had been shaved, and his hair combed, and as his condition got worse nothing seemed to faze them or their kindness. As visitors, we were always welcomed and could talk to the staff if we had any concerns. When the end came they were both professional and sensitive. I cannot fault them.

I highly recommend Care for Veterans

Some staff are excellent and compassionate. Some carers take a long time to resolve Problems with my sling are still unresolved which is difficult for both me and staff. Vegetarian food is variable and often mushy. I deeply appreciate the relationships I have with some staff. I am concerned about the way in which the Matron has approached concerns about my care.

Consistently wonderful. Marvellous staff.