
Couldn't ask for anything else. Friendly staff and residents can live their lives. Amazing!D H(Grandson of Resident/Service User)



Couldn't ask for anything else. Friendly staff and residents can live their lives. Amazing!D H(Grandson of Resident/Service User)



The skilled team at Skylark House in Horsham, West Sussex, provides an extensive range of care services, from residential and nursing care through to dementia and end of life care. Every resident is treated with dignity and respect and receives care that’s personalised to their needs and wishes.
The home has excellent facilities, including a large, secure garden overlooking a riverside walk, as well as a coffee shop, hair salon, bar...
Care Provided by Skylark House
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Mental Health Condition
- Physical Disability
- Younger Adults
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Nursing Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 82 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
- Convalescent Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Bar/Café
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
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.
• All care and support including a monthly review of care plans
• All meals, snacks and drinks freshly prepared every day by our chef
• In-house café with homemade cakes, and a variety of speciality teas and coffees
• Use of in-house cinema
• Access to landscaped gardens
• Activities and lifestyle programme
• All utilities and other accommodation costs
• Housekeeping and laundry services
• WiFi internet access
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.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Skylark House for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Skylark House 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
- Care UK
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Dorota Woloszyn(Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 55+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
Room Information
- Single Rooms (82)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (82)
Parking
- on-site
Skylark House Reviews (138)
Skylark House has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.885) out of 10, based on 35 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Skylark House has 138 reviews.
On approaching "Skylark" one immediately gets a warm, friendly feeling. The home is secure and one is greeted by warm, friendly reception staff. The reception area, sign in/out book and quality decor and furnishing is homely and welcoming. There are skilled, kind and friendly staff for whom nothing is too much trouble. The rooms, ensuite allow for personal furniture and pictures, the entire residence is professional, clean, welcoming with an activity team, chefs cooking healthy food and my aunt is very well cared for and happy. We love Skylark. Thank you.
Thank you for taking the time to write a review and for your kind words. Your aunt is a pleasure to care for and we appreciate your support. From all the team at Skylark.
Gillian arrived at Skylark 24th April 2025 went into room with garden views and door access to garden, the staff were exemplary. Everything was done for her comfort and well being. She was included in all activities and sang to the songs. Sadly in August with no appetite and very low liquid intake it took its toll until on 30th August at 1143 she took her last breath with me holding her hand.
Dear D L, Thank you for your review, it was a pleasure to care for Gillian and we will miss your visits.
From the first interaction everyone was very friendly, polite & helpful. Dad is happy and well looked after. There are many different activities & events on offer. SEVEN days a week which really helps him fill his days. Any queries the family have had whilst settling him in have been answered promptly. The food is great and the coffee shop is a lovely touch as Dad can have visitors and it feels normal for him.
Thank you very much for taking the time to leave us feedback about your experience.At Skylark House Care Home - Care UK we set a high standard for ourselves, so we are very pleased to hear that your experience with us has been a positive one.Many thanks from all the team at Skylark House.
After a disastrous visit to another care home, we were so pleased with the way Skylark welcomed my father. The staff led by the manager are well trained and so caring of their elderly charges. They ensure that he lives a productive life and treat him with respect and kindness. I cannot praise them enough.
Amazing experience, my granddaughter is looked after so well and the staff are excellent. Very lovely rooms and everyone is so welcome.
It does not feel like an old people's home. The resident is so happy there because it is not what he expected.
Exceptional service and care for my great-grandfather. The staff are exceptional and everyone makes it feel like home from home. I feel at ease knowing my grandad is being looked after and cared for in an amazing environment. Thank you to everyone.
All the staff are so kind and provide exceptional care to the residents. A very clean, warm and welcoming environment.
Following a few weeks at another care home, Skylark was a huge improvement, and my father-in-law is now very settled. Skylark is fantastic.
Thank you very much for taking the time to leave us feedback about your experience.At Skylark House Care Home - Care UK we set a high standard for ourselves, so we are very pleased to hear that your experience with us has been a positive one.Many Thanks from the team at Care UK Skylark House.
The facilities are very clear and the care he receives is exceptional.
Couldn't ask for anything else. Friendly staff and residents can live their lives. Amazing!
Dad has a lovely large sunny room overlooking the garden. The nurses and carers are so kind, nothing is too much trouble. Any issues raised is dealt with immediately, whether it's a dietary issues, a health question or even just asking for a picture to be put up. The care/reception area is beautiful with 3 different snacks available daily for residents and visitors alike. Dad is always greeted by name and now really feels this is his home. The activities are varied, ranging from outings to talk, to arts and crafts or hand massages. And very importantly, Skylark smells nice and looks fresh too.
Thank you very much for taking the time to leave us feedback about your experience.At Skylark House Care Home - Care UK we set a high standard for ourselves, so we are very pleased to hear that your experience with us has been a positive one. Thank you for your time, and we look forward to hearing from you.Many thanks the Care UK Skylark House team
There are always activities going on which my Mum attends when she feels like it, and she has room visits for things like hand massages, or carers just dropping in for a chat.
The medical set-up is great. There is a lot of attention to her medical condition and she has a lot of contact with the local GP organised by Skylark, and they keep me up to date with it all.
It's a very relaxed feeling in the home, and welcoming to relatives who visit. Very clean and always tidy.
Thank you very much for taking the time to leave us feedback about your experience.At Skylark House Care Home - Care UK we set a high standard for ourselves, so we are very pleased to hear that your experience with us has been a positive one. Many thanks the Skylark House Care UK team
Sadly my auntie has just passed away after a diagnoses of an aggressive cancer and her end of life palliative care was so reassuring for us. She was kept pain free and passed peacefully. The staff kept her as cheerful as they could and made sure all her needs were met every second of the day. When I visited they took care of my needs too making sure I was ok and offering me that much needed support.
I recommend Skylark to anyone who needs to place an elderly relative into a care provider. They will definitely have an enhanced life, full of fun and can make such great new friendships. The rooms are bright and airy with en-suite facilities. The home has lovely sunny secure balconies on each floor for residents to sit out and enjoy the views of the garden. The well maintained garden is beautiful and they have events for all residents and their families, for example, summer parties and barbecues. The residents can take walks with staff or family around the garden on the safe paths. Lovely seating areas dotted around can be enjoyed in summer months.
An excellent care home comes highly recommended by my auntie and her family.
Thank you for everything especially to the team on the Nursing floor.
Thank you very much for taking the time to leave us feedback about your experience.At Skylark House Care Home - Care UK we set a high standard for ourselves, so we are very pleased to hear that your experience with us has been a positive one.Thank you, the Skylark team
3 Months ago I entered Skylark House after a life-changing fall. I was met with tender care and concern by the staff. My hobby is painting, however, when my son died in 2023 I seemed unable to do it anymore. The incredible activities team have encouraged me to pick up a paintbrush again. I now paint portraits and I have a challenge and purpose each day. Walking back to my room the other day a resident collapsed, I called and within seconds staff and nurses came from every direction. She was given immediate treatment and is fine. The last 2 examples show the extent of Skylark's care.
Thank you very much for taking the time to leave us feedback about your experience.At Skylark House Care Home - Care UK we set a high standard for ourselves, so we are very pleased to hear that your experience with us has been a positive one. Many thanks the Skylark team.
Following a two week respite stay my mother chose to come to Skylark House as a permanent resident. She is very happy there and always busy doing one of the many activities on offer. All of the staff are hard working and caring. She now regards Skylark as her home.
Thank you very much for taking the time to leave us a review about your experience.At Skylark House Care Home - Care UK we set a high standard for ourselves, so we are very pleased to hear that your experience with us has been a positive one. Thank you for your time, Many thanks, the Care UK Skylark House team.
A lovely care home, with nice staff, mostly, I think the food is very good, but possibly needs more suitability for those who struggle to feed themselves. Clean, very well presented. Adequate parking for visitors, good reception staff and managers. Nice carers and kept well informed. One point is the lack of ability to contact easily when reception is not manned. Needs more staff.
Thank you for taking the time to leave feedback for Skylark House. Your kind words are appreciated by the team. I would like to thank you for also making us aware of your concerns regarding the staffing levels and the food. At Care UK we welcome all types of feedback whether that be positive or...
My relative only came into Skylark this Autumn. I cannot share enough how wonderful they have all been to her and our family. We've been made to feel like part of a very happy and warm little community. The Christmas season has been nothing short of magical, including the delicious family Xmas meal that we were invited to. Even when my relative was taken to hospital for a short while, she was welcomed back with such genuine affection and support. This care home was an amazing find and my relative has found fun and happiness in her life again!
Thank you very much for taking the time to leave us feedback about your experience. At Skylark House Care Home - Care UK we set a high standard for ourselves, so we are very pleased to hear that your experience with us has been a positive one. Many thanks the from Skylark team.
I have always been very impressed by how well run the home is, particularly at how engaged the staff are with the residents including my granddad.
Staff are friendly and always have something for granddad to get involved in.
Thank you very much for taking the time to leave us feedback about your experience. At Skylark House Care Home Care UK we set a high standard for ourselves, so we are very pleased to hear that your experience with us has been a positive one. Many thanks the Skylark team.
They have looked after him with great care and support.
I feel he has enjoyed his time there with great entertainment put on for the residents on a regular basis.
He eats well, good food they serve there.
The tea room is a nice place to take my dad when we go and see him.
They also have a fantastic garden which gives us the chance to take him outside when we like to.
I would recommend Skylark to my family and friends
The Care UK team thank you very much for taking the time to leave us feedback about your experience. At Skylark House Care Home - Care UK we set a high standard for ourselves, so we are very pleased to hear that your experience with us has been a positive one.Many Thanks, the Skylark Team.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 11 April 2024Good
- 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
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News (44) & Events (0)
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Meet the Team (1)

I joined the Skylark House team in 2016 as Deputy Home Manager in 2016. Care UK’s reputation as a respected care provider was well-known. It prioritises its people’s development and the wellbeing and happiness of all residents, and I wanted to join a company with that clarity of vision.
Being with residents is the best part of my job and I do everything I can to make a difference to their day. I start and finish every day with a smile, and that makes me happy.I was thrilled to be named one of the top 50 leaders in care by Care Home Professional magazine. I’m so proud to have worked my way up from Care Assistant to Home Manager in eight years. I’m now determined to take Skylark House to an ‘outstanding’ CQC rating. I have a great team around me and we’re dedicated to residents’ happiness and wellbeing, and to fulfilling their dreams. I look forward to seeing you at Skylark House.
Frequently Asked Questions about Skylark House
What types of Care is Skylark House registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Mental Health Condition, Physical Disability, Younger Adults are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Skylark House have?
There are 82 Single Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Skylark House?
Own Furniture if required, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Minibus or other transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Bar/Café, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Skylark House to the centre of Horsham?
1.1 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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