Rustington Convalescent Home

I stayed at Rustington Convalescent Home over the Christmas period 2025 as a respite break. This was the third time I had stayed there; once post-op and two Christmases. It is such a lovely place, all the staff so caring and attentive to anything you need. The food is good and plentiful. I cannot recommend Rustington Convalescent Home enough if you want care after an operation or merely to stay for a respite break.

My knee replacement operation and three-night stay in hospital was booked - but what then? Would I come home and, for most of the time, manage on my own or should I consider the possibility of paying for a week in a Convalescent Home? After research on the internet and discussing the matter with a number of friends, Rustington Convalescent Home kept coming up and so I made contact and am I glad I did!

From my very first conversation with Sandra, I was put at ease and knew that my questions and concerns were being listened to and answered. As soon as I arrived at Rustington, I was made welcome and nothing was too much trouble for the staff who were efficient and friendly. It wasn't long before I was relaxing and feeling at home with the four other people at my table in the dining room and who, after a week, had become good friends. What laughs we had and I am sure this contributed to everyone's well-being.

Yes, medical staff were always present but it seemed like an extra holiday!

Thank you very much and to the Worshipful Company of Carpenters.

I would definitely recommend Rustington Convalescence Home to anyone needing support between hospital and home and to anyone with a long-term medical condition needing a little break.

My experience started on my journey from the hospital to Rustington when I received a call from a friendly lady asking what I would like for lunch it was a lovely surprise and totally unexpected. On arrival you are welcomed by members of staff one of whom took my suitcase to my room, the other showed me to the dining room and settled at a table with 3 other ladies. The food was fresh, of high quality and plentiful throughout my stay. Wonderful location overlooking the sea with beautifully kept gardens. My room was spotlessly clean, with it's own on suite and ample storage space. Ice machine, an optional extra was very beneficial for me, the physiotherapists were professional, friendly and very knowledgeable. I could wax lyrical about the staff they are amazing every single one of them, always greeted with a smile, available to have a chat, help you with anything including dressing. Booking process was easy and very straight forward. I would highly recommend to anyone.

I just hope I will be able to go there soon.

Incredibly, the stays are subsidised, I wouldn't have been able to afford them otherwise.

The long corridors encourage everyone to walk &the path to the gate & seafront was a well trodden one. I was not able to get a sea view (I booked late) but if I went back I would double check about when & where the building works were taking place as it was hard to rest in the day.Thank you for looking after me & assisting my rehab.

I would recommend this nursing home to anyone fit for a King!

My stay was for seven days following a hip replacement. I had no idea what to expect as a resident, although I came as a visitor long ago. The staff and the physiotherapists were knowledgeable and reassuring and this greatly helped my situation. More than a convalescent home, Rustington is a focus of recovery and rehabilitation with its unmatched view of the sea. It is comfortably and brightly furnished and its cleanliness is exemplary. My room was large and comfortable although I have criticised certain design details . I am convinced that the regular pattern of the day helps recovery. I had the same tablemates throughout, from the four corners of the earth. We formed a considerable bond in the course of one week. It is an excellent idea to make sure everyone mixes with other residents: some are in difficult circumstances with no-one to look after them at home. I would not hesitate to recommend Rustington for remedial care and would certainly go back.

I put 4 stars for my room only because it was a little dated , but they were in the middle of renovations at the time of my stay and I must say the rooms look so much brighter and modern.

Thank you all.

I stayed at Rustington Convalescent home after my knee replacement operation and can confidently say that the care I received whilst I was there was a major factor in my swift recovery. The staff were excellent and I was well looked after. The food was amazing, the accommodation comfortable and the ice machine I used 3 times a day not only reduced the swelling very quickly but meant I was virtually pain free and able to walk confidently by the end of my stay. Rustington convalescent home provided home from home comfort and a calm recovery environment enabling me to quickly regain my independence with the added bonus of great sea views. I would highly recommend it for anyone recovering from surgery.

I spent a week at Rustington following total hip replacement surgery. I cannot recommend the Home enough. All the staff were amazing, the Home is beautifully designed and furnished, and the convalescent care exemplary. It is a very relaxing place and there is absolutely no pressure to go beyond what you can manage. The ice machine was a revelation, and the physios were extremely helpful. The Home was spotless (the housekeepers were very friendly and more than happy to chat), and the home cooked food was just 'what the doctor ordered'. No doubt I will be back there when I need the other hip replaced!

I arrived straight from hospital and was feeling apprehensive, almost immediately I was met by a member of the medical staff who gave me a great deal of encouragement and told me others felt the same and within 24 hours felt better. Within a day felt completely at home, a very nice bedroom, looking out to sea spotlessly clean, peaceful and quiet.The staff went about their duties with a quiet, good humoured manner and it was a pleasure watching them in action. I could go on forever telling you how good they all were but the proof is in staying there.

Thoroughly recommend staying at this convalescent home.

And enjoyably conversational!!

I honestly could not recommend this establishment highly enough...

I'm very glad my hip surgeon recommended I apply to convalesce at Rustington (18-28 December). My en-suite room was a good size with a large shower room so that a nurse could help me at first. The staff who clearly enjoyed their work catered for all our needs, including physiotherapy, and the personal care we required post-op was warm, professional and considerate. While there, I had no cares, and a great advantage to me was that neither did my relations and friends. Also, the visiting regime meant that we knew no-one would bring in infections from outside. The public areas were adorned with Christmas decorations, the staff were all in festive mood and there were several entertaining events. Some guests were not convalescing, but there just to enjoy Christmas. The food was excellent and in every public respect it was like staying in a good hotel, and at very reasonable cost. I have recommended Rustington to several people since.

I would recommend it to anyone needing post-operative or respite care.