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Skylark House

St Marks Lane, Horsham, West Sussex RH12 5PU
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Couldn't ask for anything else. Friendly staff and residents can live their lives. Amazing!D H(Grandson of Resident/Service User)
Skylark House, Horsham
Skylark House, Horsham
Skylark House, Horsham

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 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

Type of carePermanentRespite
Residential CareFrom £1,911From £2,149
Residential Dementia CareFrom £2,006From £2,256
Nursing CareFrom £2,176From £2,448
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.

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
• 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

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 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

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)

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9.9

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.

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Review from Mark L (Son of Resident) published on 18 January 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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Mum has been at Skylark for 1 year and her life has improved by staying there.

All the staff are professional and caring especially in welfare and cleanliness of mum. She seems to be busy when we visit (lots going on) and cared for, fed and entertained. What more could we ask for. Thanks to all.

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Review from L W (Daughter of Resident) published on 16 January 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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I had initially visited Skylark House Care Home on three separate occasions, each time I was very impressed with the facilities/rooms/overall standard.

The reception staff were so welcoming/management were efficient and friendly and the carers are wonderful. All the staff in all areas are a credit to this modern nursing home.

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Review from A M (Daughter of Resident) published on 9 January 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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A wonderful, caring, friendly environment. I know Mum is very well looked after and I know she is safe and kept busy.

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Review from V C (Niece of Resident) published on 9 January 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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Only been coming for one month but happy with everything so far.

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Review from P H (Resident / Service User) published on 9 January 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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The staff at Skylark are friendly and always willing to help. Always enjoy my chats with the staff about football. The food tastes good and lots to pick from Skylark is clean and a warming place for everyone, always makes everyone feel welcome.l

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Review from D C (Husband of Resident) published on 9 January 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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My wife has now been at Skylark, Horsham for very nearly one whole year. During all that time she has been treated with dignity and a high level of patience by all members of staff.

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Review from A P (Brother of Resident) published on 9 January 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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My sister has received extremely good care both medical and social. The staff are always responsive, caring and understanding. My wife and I are also treated with kindness and courtesy. When we come we are treated like members of a big family. This uplifts us as well as my sister. The manager has his fingers on the pulse of the home and he seems to have the knack of responding in a very positive manner. It is a lovely care home.

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Review from M L (Daughter of Resident) published on 28 November 2017 Submitted via Postal Card
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My parents had very different care needs but both were extremely well cared for. The home had the flexibility to cope with my father's need to be as independent as possible and my mother's need to have more support. Staff have shown respect and great care and sensitivity.

The purpose-built home is very comfortable and well designed. There are a variety of activities for residents to get involved in.

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Review from GEOFF O (Son of Resident) published on 26 October 2017 Submitted via Website
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This was the second time that my mother of 92 had used Skylark House Care Home for respite care.
The whole experience for her was one of being cared for in a secure and friendly environment.
The staff were always on hand to help if required and to ensure that she could engage in activities if she wanted to take part.
For instance, it was the first time in many years that she had been to see a film (in the in-house cinema) as well as enjoying the short stroll to the local church for their coffee morning.

Although Mum loves being in her own home, Skylark for her was like having a holiday in a 5 star hotel. She is already looking forward to her next stay in 2018.

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Review from Gerry E (Daughter of Resident) published on 24 October 2017 Submitted via Postal Card
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Lovely atmosphere, warm and welcoming. Beautifully tended garden. Amenable to any special requests.

Clean, comfortable and homely environment.

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Review from Andrea L (Daughter of Resident) published on 17 October 2017 Submitted via Website
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I never imagined my mum would end up in a care home, but I have to say how pleased I am with the care she receives. The home is beautiful but more importantly, the majority of staff and carers are friendly and approachable. They all know my mum by name from the chef to laundry staff and cleaners, and all will stop and have a chat. Mum has dementia so can't remember their names but always says how nice they are. Food is excellent, lovely activities coordinator and they are more than happy for pets to come in for a visit.

Thank you and keep up the great work!

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Review from H C (Daughter of Resident) published on 10 October 2017 Submitted via Postal Card
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The overall care is excellent.
The cleaning is not thorough.
The entertainment etc is too centred on dementia and not ALL residents.
The films are not resident/age appropriate eg The A Team / Dirty Dancing! Maybe the residents should be consulted.
The food is quite good quality but there is not enough choice.
There should be a vegetarian option - in fact sometimes there is no choice.
For the money, the food should be excellent.

There is poor communication sometimes between floors/staff/shifts.

Reply from Samantha Debenham, Marketing Support Administrator at Skylark House

We are grateful for your constructive feedback about Skylark House and we are delighted with the positive comments about your Mother’s care. We are sorry to hear the food offering does not meet your mother’s expectations. We can confirm that our chefs have discussed the menus with the residents and...  

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Review from Barry W (Son of Resident) published on 28 September 2017 Submitted via Postal Card
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During the course of a week, carers including the person in charge of or shift change problems have occurred because of failure to keep an adequate record in the communications log(?) so that things/events known to a carer(s) are not passed onto the next carer on shift.

Also, specific requests are sometimes not actioned. The food at lunch and tea/dinner is often disappointing or unappetizing, and the service is sometimes very slow. There may also be insufficient staff at busy times including meal times.

Reply from Samantha Debenham, Marketing Support Administrator at Skylark House

Thank you for your feedback of Skylark House and we are delighted with the positive comments and scores, particularly for the care and team at the home. I understand you have already spoken with the home manager who has been able to allay your concerns – I would like to further assure you that we...  

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Review from M L (Wife of Resident) published on 6 September 2017 Submitted via Postal Card
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My husband was in respite care for one week following a spell in hospital. We found the staff very friendly and attentive. The facilities were excellent and everywhere was spotlessly clean. His room was well equipped, light and airy. The ground floor lounge area and was delightful. Overall an excellent experience.

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Review from M G (Daughter of Resident) published on 4 September 2017 Submitted via Postal Card
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Dad has been a resident of Skylark House for a few weeks now and so far, it has delivered on its promises. The care has been excellent. The staff are friendly and cheerful, there is a choice of food and variety of activities. He loves his room with a view of the garden. He would, however, prefer a more comfortable bed. Maybe you could offer a choice.

Reply from Samantha Debenham, Marketing Support Administrator at Skylark House

We are grateful for your constructive feedback of all aspects of care within Skylark House and we are delighted with the positive comments and scores. We are sorry to hear the bed did not meet your expectations on this occasion. These are profiling beds that we are using in our home and are...  

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Review from Stuart C (Respite Resident) published on 22 August 2017 Submitted via Postal Card
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My husband enjoyed his stay at Skylark and hopefully will be able to go there for respite care again.

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Review from Susan P (Stepdaughter of Resident) published on 15 August 2017 Submitted via Postal Card
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A lovely place. My stepmother is happy here and is improving almost daily.

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Review from Adrian M (Son of Resident) published on 8 August 2017 Submitted via Postal Card
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The management and staff at Skylark House Care Home have been wonderful in their nursing care provision to Mum and Dad. In the last hours of Mum's life, the care and compassion given to her was truly superb and reflective of the devotion given to their roles. The reassurance that comes with knowing that all concerns will be dealt with in a speedy and resolute manner is really comforting - including the excellent connection to local medical services. Additionally, the comfort, cleanliness and facilities of the new home are much appreciated when compared to others that were viewed.

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Review from Andrea W (Daughter of Resident) published on 27 July 2017 Submitted via Postal Card
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My mother has been a resident at Skylark House Care Home for about five months. The home is a beautiful home from home and the staff are great. They always have time to stop and talk and nothing seems too much trouble. I am so glad I found this place for my mother and I am confident every time I leave her that she will be comfortable and well looked after in such a lovely place by such lovely people.

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Review from C D (Daughter of Resident) published on 19 July 2017 Submitted via Postal Card
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The staff made Dad feel very welcome and looked after him very well. Dad enjoyed the company and activities and food. The rooms were kept very clean and tidy. The administration staff were very supportive.

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Regulatory Rating

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

Date: 11 April 2024
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Good
  • CaringGood
  • EffectiveGood
  • ResponsiveGood
  • SafeGood
  • Well-ledGood
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Meet the Team (1)

Dorota Woloszyn
Dorota WoloszynJob Title:Home ManagerJoined: 2020

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.

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