
the level of love and care given to my wife really was far beyond impeccable.Robert W(Husband of Resident/Service User)

They looked after him with tireless dedication ensuring no need was left unmet.C S(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

my mums so happy, happiest I’ve seen her in a long timeL R(Son of Resident/Service User)

the level of love and care given to my wife really was far beyond impeccable.Robert W(Husband of Resident/Service User)

They looked after him with tireless dedication ensuring no need was left unmet.C S(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

my mums so happy, happiest I’ve seen her in a long timeL R(Son of Resident/Service User)

Norden House offers residential, nursing, and dementia care, boasting sweeping views of the quiet countryside and is located less than a mile away from Climping Beach.
The home's design and the type of care it offers are innovative and unique, with a focus on making residents feel at home. It features four wings, each with 16 bedrooms, designed over two storeys. The wings are split into two separate households, each with...
Care Provided by Norden House
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 64 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
- COPD/Pulmonary Disease
- Convalescent Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Bar/Café
- Residents Kitchenette
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
All fees are subject to assessment
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Norden House for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Norden 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
- Healthcare Management Trust
- Voluntary / Not for Profit Owned
Person in charge
- Ellaine Navarro(Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Mixed (no single-gender units)
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Year Purpose Built: 2024
- Number of floors: 2
Room Information
- Single Rooms (64)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (64)
Visiting
- No visiting restrictions
Parking
- Ample parking on site
Norden House Reviews (17)
Norden House has a Review Score of 9.5 (9.504) out of 10, based on 14 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Norden House has 17 reviews.
Norden House truly feels like a home from home. I can visit at any time, sit and watch TV with my mum and her new friends, bring my dog along, and just be a son again. That is a priceless gift.
Whenever family and friends visit, I am proud to show them around, and they always comment on how lovely the home is. My mum has never asked to leave and often boasts that she has the best garden room in the whole place!
Thank you to every member of staff for your kindness, compassion and outstanding care. We will always be grateful.
We have spent 45 yrs together and married 44 of them and find it very difficult being apart indeed heart breaking but made a lot easier by the wonderful staff at this care home. They are superb, all depts.
Thank you so much for your heartfelt review and for taking the time to share your experience with us.
We are delighted to hear that your husband has received such excellent care and nursing support since arriving with us, and that you have been pleased with the meals and cleanliness...
Upon an initial visit, it seemed wonderful. Being a new build it ticked many boxes, you cant fault that the home is spotless, its warm, looks comfortable. Doesn't have that typical old people smell. Food all home cooked, not much choice if you didn't like either option. My grandfather being bed bound proved to bring a whole heep of issues. He was left without his table, bed controls, a drink etc within reach, wasn't checked on for hours at a time. I come daily & raised my concerns every single time. There was (at first) only ever 2 members of staff on shift at a time so when he needed the toilet, it took both carers away leaving no carers watching anyone else. They also couldn't come if it was meal times leaving him either in dirty pads or having to hold it. When they recruited more staff this did get better. We never saw a care plan! Staff are lovely but are so stretched. If you are able bodied you are fine. Laundry staff are amazing & really care. Cleaning staff are amazing. Nikki is an Angel in disguise!
Thank you so much for the wonderful feedback regarding our housekeeping team they really our angels and will pass all your comments on! We have 4 different households at Norden House and at least 3 members of staff in each household, there are times when we have sickness so we do...
My only small concern was the night she passed away, I think the person in charge was a locum of some sort because they were unable to "call" her passing and seemed very confused as to what should happen next.
Like Norden and it's staff during my wifes end of care me and my family the maximum of love and support. God bless you all. Bob.
So kind of you to acknowledge our incredible team at Norden House. We have loved having your family with us and caring for your wife was an honour. Best wishes Bob and you know where we are pop in anytime xxx
My father was nursed at Norden House by a team of caring and compassionate nurses. They looked after him with tireless dedication ensuring no need was left unmet. The team and that includes everyone were kind and helpful and supported the family during some difficult times.
My dad was here for several months. His room and bathroom, lovely and large with a patio door to some grass and a hedge. All the staff were superb, friendly and very kind. 100%.
Thank you for your 5 star review! The team at Norden House are very proud of the environment and home we work in! As you say a 'home from home' for all residents and care team
Excellent service and care from the front reception through all departments to the genuine care at all levels for dad and the family. Wonderful, clean, modern home from home. Thank you.
Thank you very much for your 5 star review! The team at Norden House love caring for Dad and we always appreciate you taking the time let us know, it means so much to all of us xxx
I cannot fault the staff or facilities at Norden House. The rooms are spacious, light, airy and well equipped. All of the staff, without exception, are kind, helpful and very committed. It is such a comfort to know that they care for their residents in the way they do. The security is top-notch. The food is excellent. There really is nothing to fault.
Just had lunch with a friend who lives at Norden House great food and a lovely setting for a catch up. The VE Day 80 party was also excellent as are the many and varied activities the Team organise. You are always made very welcome and the caring atmosphere is wonderful.
The home is very comfortable and feels welcoming. The staff are all friendly and caring. Our relative has settled in really well and seems content.
from our very first visit, Norden house has been a breath of fresh air, beautiful inside and out, as soon as I saw this place i knew i didn't need look any further, staff & nurses are so welcoming, my mums so happy, happiest I’ve seen her in a long time, thank you Norden keep up the fantastic work.
My Dad was a resident here from December 24 to last week March 25 where he passed away. Some dedicated and lovely staff. We're brilliant with dad in his last week. Concerns raised not given outcome. Lack of staff.
Our mum has been in Norden House since April 2024. We are beyond grateful to every single member of staff at Norden House. The care and support shown to our mum have been incredible. Keep doing what you are doing.
The staff were all extremely welcoming and kind.
The surroundings were beautiful and unlike any other care home I've seen before.
It was lovely to see my nan so settled and happy at Norden House.
At last we found a wonderful care facility for my mum. The concept is to promote as much independence as possible to the residents, a home-from-home feeling. All the staff are welcoming, friendly and always willing to help where possible, maintaining professionalism and dignity at all times. The food is excellent, offering dietary needs and always fresh with a great choice. All the management are available to offer help, support and advice whenever required. An exceptional facility with local connections. Thank you for welcoming our Mum and making her feel very special.
Norden House is a wonderful new care facility and six Catholic Sisters waited many months for the doors to open to welcome them. The concept is to give as much independence as possible to the residents. It has a home-from-home feeling. The sixty-four beds are divided into households of eight bedrooms, a lounge/diner and a quiet room. There are also a number of cosy seating areas to relax in. The views are stunning across the beautiful Sussex countryside. Staff are welcoming, friendly and willing to help where possible. Food is good and the chefs cater for all types of healthy diets. The management are efficient, pleasant and hospitable. The newly planted gardens are coming to life as the plants blossom in spring. The bar/cafe is a good place to enjoy refreshments with friends and family. The hairdressing salon is an added bonus. All in all, this is an exceptional facility with a lot of local connections and it has been built as an environmentally friendly construction.
Thank you for such a lovely review, it is a pleasure to have the sisters living at Norden House.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 09 December 2025Good
- 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
Please contact us for latest vacancies.
News (6) & Events (7)
- 21 Jul 2026
A West Sussex mother and daughter who feared they would be separated when they both needed residential care are continuing to make memories together thanks to Norden House Care Home....
- 14 Jul 2026
Residents, staff, and family members at Norden House celebrated VE Day in true vintage style. This joyous occasion was commemorated by entertainer Sharon Music, who performed music from the 1950’s...
- 14 Jul 2026
Residents, families, staff and members of the local community recently came together at HMT Norden House Care Home to celebrate a very special occasion – the home’s second birthday. The...
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Awards / Recognitions (1)
- 01 Apr 2025Recipient: Norden House
Meet the Team (1)

Welcome to Norden House Care Home! My name is Ellaine, I am a registered nurse, and I hold a master’s degree in nursing. My background includes renal nursing, general adult care, diagnostics and a Chief Officer of Quality, Patient Safety and Informatics Office of a Hospital in the Philippines.
I am also a trained first aider and a dialysis nurse, and have been certified to train in Adult Safeguarding. In my recent years of experience, I had the opportunity to work in the NHS and have been in the health and social care for nearly 8 years, with roles including Clinical Lead and Deputy Manager.
I’m delighted to be working under HMT, with its core values centred on patient safety and its altruistic views. It is an honour to be part of achieving the vision and of the team.
Frequently Asked Questions about Norden House
What types of Care is Norden House registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Norden House have?
There are 64 Single Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Norden House?
Own Furniture if required, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Minibus or other transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Bar/Café, Residents Kitchenette, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Norden House to the centre of Littlehampton?
1.5 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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