
This must be the best care home in the UK. Nothing was too much trouble for all members of staffBarbara C(Respite Resident/Service User)

Mum's demeanour change to become brighter and more engaged with the wealth of personalised activitieJac S(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

Wow” sums up my first impression and experiences of Sycamore Grove Care HomeTracy R(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

This must be the best care home in the UK. Nothing was too much trouble for all members of staffBarbara C(Respite Resident/Service User)

Mum's demeanour change to become brighter and more engaged with the wealth of personalised activitieJac S(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

Wow” sums up my first impression and experiences of Sycamore Grove Care HomeTracy R(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

Barchester Sycamore Grove Care Home in Eastbourne, East Sussex provides residential care, respite care and dementia care.
As well as having an area called Memory Lane which provides care for people with dementia, the care home has dementia-friendly adapted crockery and tableware and sensory gardens with low risk walkways.
Acitivities are organised according to residents' individual tastes and with the idea that residents have the opportunity to try new things.
The care...
Care Provided by Barchester Sycamore Grove Care Home
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 70 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
Other Care Provided
- Parkinson's Disease
- Stroke
- Convalescent Care
- Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
Facilities
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Smoking not permitted
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Bar/Café
- Residents Kitchenette
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
This Weekly Fee rate is an indication only of a typical standard fee rate for a resident living in a standard, comfortable room. A final Weekly Fee rate will be confirmed once we have carried out a pre-admission needs assessment.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Barchester Sycamore Grove Care Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Barchester Sycamore Grove Care Home 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)
Good to Know
Group / Owner
- Barchester Healthcare Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Natasha King(Senior General Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Year Purpose Built: 2023
- Number of floors: 3
Room Information
- Single Rooms (70)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (70)
Visiting
- Visitors welcome at all times.
Parking
- Car park on site
Barchester Sycamore Grove Care Home Reviews (47)
Barchester Sycamore Grove Care Home has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.754) out of 10, based on 26 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Barchester Sycamore Grove Care Home has 47 reviews.
I am a regular visitor to a friend and take her out to regular events as well as occassional special outings and medical appointments. Staff are always very welcoming and I am always invited to join in events + activities. The only problem is if we return after office hours there is a long wait to be let in or for me to be let out after visiting.
Many thanks for your review. I am sorry that sometimes you have had to wait to be let into the building later in the day. The staff endeavour to open the front door promptly, but sometimes they may be busy with care. I will pass on your comments to the team.
The management team are also wonderful & need to be congratulated on a brilliant home & its staff.
Thank you for your review I appreciate your comments and will pass onto the team. We strive for a 5 star experience here, if you would like to discuss how we can improve my door is always open
Every time I arrive I am given a cheerful welcome which comes through to all the members of staff I meet. The care and concern given to residents is excellent and the friend I visit has definitely benefitted from this cheerful + sociable environment. The management is efficient and smart, and keen to build a relationship with residents and visitors. There always seems to be something going on to involve and entertain residents, with excellent organised activities and events. The rooms are comfortable and attractive and my friend has definitely improved since he came in and is well nourished too thanks to the cook!
Thank you so much for your review, I am so pleased your friend has settled well into Sycamore Grove. I will pass on your thanks to my team.
I enjoyed my recent respite stay and was impressed with the standard of care. All the staff were friendly and competent and I felt safe and confident in their hands. The food was excellent and I appreciated the menu options.
Dear Roy, thank you very much for your review, I always appreciate feedback so that we can continue to improve. I am glad that the staff took good care of you, they all take great pride in their work. I will share how much you enjoyed the food here. Many thanks again, Heather.
My father has been a resident for just over one year. During this time, he has regained his zest for life. He has gained 4 stone in weight, from 10 to 14 stone, due to the wonderful food and care he has received. As a registered nurse myself, I feel that the care and the attitude of the staff are amazing. I would recommend this home to anyone who is looking for a safe and loving environment.
Hi Diana, thank you for your kind review. I will pass on your review to my team, I know they will appreciate the positive feedback. I am glad your father has thrived on the environment we provide here. It's lovely when someone comes to the home and their health and well-being improves so much. Thanks, once again, for your support.
Mum stayed for respite care following a hip replacement in March. Whilst looking for somewhere suitable, my main criteria was somewhere she didn't want to leave. Once I had visited Barchester Sycamore Grove Care Home, there was no debate at all. Sycamore Grove ticked all my boxes and more (I had a fair few!) Her room and facilities were wonderful. She was looked after incredibly well by all the staff. She loved engaging in conversation with them all, as did they, and having a few laughs together. And playing April Fool's tricks! The food was lovely. Well varied, with good choices and beautifully presented. The whole team engage with the residents. It is more a five-star hotel than a care home. The daily activities are amazing. This is so important for the well-being of the residents. Mum and I often chat about her time spent there. She has already booked (in her mind) her next stay for when she has the other hip done. Who knew that requiring respite could be so much fun? Thank you to all the staff involved in Mum's stay with you.
Thank you for this wonderful review! We are so happy Mum had a lovely stay. We shared this with the team, you have really made the team proud of where they work and in what they do with your kind words. We do strive to give experiences that meet our levels of expectations and excellence. We were...
Not forgotten - thank you chef and your helpful staff.
We were really happy you chose to stay with us again and had such a brilliant stay with us. I will feedback to the team who will be proud of these kind words. We look forward to seeing you again for your next respite stay (hopefully in the near future!)
The treatment I received for my two-week stay was wonderful. Everyone was so very kind, caring and helpful. I would recommend anyone to stay there. The food was excellent also.
Thank you, Ailsa, we really enjoyed having you here with us and we love hearing first-person feedback like the review you have left us. Thank you for choosing us for your stay, I will feed this back to the team who I am sure will be very flattered. If you ever need anything in the future, please do...
As a full-time care for my wife, I had to undergo major surgery and picked your care home to look after her. I could not have made a better choice to know she was looked after so well by the staff, was a huge weight off my mind. Will not hesitate to use your company again.
Thank you, Phillip, for your brilliant review of the care your wife received while with us. We are proud of what we offer here and to be able to be trusted to care for someone we know you care deeply about is of the highest priority to us. Please come back and see us whenever you wish and we hope your surgery was a success and if you need anything in the future, please feel free to contact us.
We love the fabulous bistro/ coffee lounge where residents, relatives and guests can meet, enjoy delicious homemade cakes and fresh coffee together. It’s more like a first-class hotel than a care home, except you also provide a very well-trained and willing staff who are always on hand to support and care for everyone’s every need. I can’t recommend you highly enough. For us, your place is simply the best in Eastbourne.
Thank you for your amazing review, the staff appreciate all the feedback that we get. I know our Activities Lead will have a huge smile on her face to receive such fantastic support towards her efforts to give the people here, including your mother, a better place to live.
It's always a pleasure to visit my mum. The staff/carers are friendly and knowledgeable and any health issues have been dealt with promptly and efficiently. The general atmosphere is cheerful and there are plenty of activities to keep the residents amused. Having had lunch there, I can recommend the quality of the food - a very good chef! My only criticism is that the bistro area, although like everywhere is beautifully furnished, there are not enough tables and chairs - the sofas could go.
Dear Debbie, thanks for a lovely review, it is much appreciated. I understand the bistro does get quite busy, by all means please feel free to take your coffee around to the lounge area where there is more space.
I feel all my needs are met, my room is very comfortable, everywhere is exceptionally clean and tidy, all the staff are very friendly and helpful and everything I ask for is provided.
Thank you for your review, we do work hard to deliver and am glad you are enjoying your experience with us.
I can't speak highly enough of all the staff and the facilities. My father has first-class care and attention and anything he asks for is provided. Everyone is so friendly and helpful. It is always a pleasure to visit.
We are delighted you feel this way and it is a pleasure to deliver 'first-class care' for your dad. He is an amazing person to have in our home and we are glad he has become a part of our brilliant family. If you ever need anything please feel free to reach out and we look forward to seeing you soon back with us.
I love living in Barchester Sycamore Grove Care Home. The staff are so friendly and helpful in every way. The place is just like living in a five-star hotel, I could not have wished for a better place to spend my remaining years than here It would be a job to find fault in any way and my wife and I love living here. The admin staff go out of their way to help overcome any problems. The meals are adequate and if you want more you only have to ask. The place is a perfect place to retire to.
We are very proud of delivering the best quality in our home, thank you for recognising this, to be compared to a five-star hotel is an honour and we are happy you have found a home here with us.
My husband and I could not have come to a better care home. Our stay is very happy, the carers are helpful and the love we get is excellent. Love them dearly. Would give 20 out of 10 any day.
Thank you so much for your feedback, this makes us incredibly proud to hear this from a great member of our community! We are pleased you are so happy and we could help you make Sycamore Grove your 'home'.
You are made very welcome. Everything has been lovely, caring and I talked to everyone from day one. You wouldn't be more welcome.
Thank you so much for taking the time to review our home, we are very proud of what we offer here at Sycamore Grove and reviews like this help us be proud of what we do and offer. We are very happy you enjoyed your visit and everyone was very welcoming, I am sure we will see you again soon.
This must be the best care home in the UK. Nothing was too much trouble for all members of staff and everyone was treated with great kindness and dignity. No task was ever too much for the most caring staff, regardless of their position, be they managers, carers or domestic staff. I was extremely happy there and would certainly return if I need further respite care at Sycamore Grove Care Home and would recommend it to anyone who needs to be cared for temporarily or full-time. An excellently run facility, impossible to find any faults.
The team are incredible here at Sycamore and it is lovely it is recognised. I will share this with all the team, they will be proud.
If you need anything in the future, please feel free to reach out to us.
I cannot praise Barchester Sycamore Grove Care Home highly enough. My mother stayed for 10 days respite care while I was on holiday abroad. The care was exemplary and all the staff extremely kind and friendly. The chef created menus tailored to her dietary needs which were delicious and beautifully presented. The environment is like a 5 star hotel, newly opened in April this year so still stunning. Interior designed, luxurious and graceful. The manager is fantastic. There’s a hairdresser on site, a spa Bath and activities every day run by a staff member who went the extra mile every day. Thank you so much.
If you need anything in the future please feel free to reach out.
Barchester Sycamore Grove Care Home has been everything it has promised to be. To see my ma-in-law settled, so happy, relaxed and actually enjoying herself is amazing and a new lease of time for her. She feels safe and well cared for by the fabulous friendly staff. As a family who love her deeply, this means so much to us. Well done everyone and a huge thank you!
Thank you so much for your amazing review, it was genuinely lovely to read and I will share this with the team. Thank you for giving us recognition for what we do, we are very proud of what we do at Sycamore Grove and take pride in giving people who stay with us the best experience possible. We are so happy it reflects in this way, if you need anything in the future please reach out to us.
I visit every week and find staff all excellent and friendly, such a lovely place to come into.
Thank you so much for your lovely review, we are proud of Sycamore Grove and we are glad you have taken the time to let us know how you feel about our home and team. We love welcoming guests to our home and we hope your great experience of our home continues.
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- 27 Jul 2026
We spent most of the month of July following the World Cup and supporting England. We had a sweepstake (just for fun) so everyone could follow their own team. The...
- 27 Jul 2026
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- 27 Jul 2026
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Meet the Team (28)

Hello, my name is Natasha King, and I am the General Manager here at Sycamore Grove.
I have worked in the care sector for almost 30 years. I started as a Kitchen Assistant at the age of 16, and I have worked my way through all roles to General Manager. I have done this role for seven years, and I absolutely love what I do. I am passionate about life in a care home and thrive on making a home feel like a home, full of fun, laughter and happiness. I will be bringing all my skills to Sycamore Grove, supporting the team and developing the activities throughout, ensuring that all those who live with us enjoy an enriching celebration of life and welcoming the community, families and friends into our wonderful home.

I have worked in the care industry for over 30 years, including managing a domiciliary home care business in the past. I love all aspects of care, especially caring for the elderly I started working for Barchester in 2021 and I love working for Barchester as it is an incredibly caring and empathetic business.
Due to my passion for care, I will use my skills, knowledge and experience and I will manage and lead my team in delivering outstanding care to our residents.
Daily I take home with me all the smiles, the hugs, the touches of the hands, the happiness in their eyes, the genuine joy of residents and knowledge I did everything I could to make their lives better. It is the greatest reward.
I do practice an Open door policy for our residents, relatives and staff as they are at the heart of what I do.

I have worked 18 years in retail inclusive of personnel and cash management. I have been employed in the care industry for 6 years and enjoy the team I work with. I enjoy being able to spend time with the residents and families when possible and getting to know the staff team too. My door is always open and I am here to do my best to support everyone, so please come and see me, and help me put names to faces!
I am excited to be at Sycamore Grove, and if I haven’t met you already, I look forward to welcoming you to our lovely home soon.

Hello, my name is Jason Nunn, and I am the Home Services Advisor here at Sycamore Grove Care Home. It brings me great pleasure to be part of this fantastic team at Sycamore Grove. I have over ten years’ experience and knowledge in the retirement living environment, looking after residents and their families, so I fully understand the importance of choosing the right home for their loved ones. Outside of work, I love spending time with family, holidaying and playing golf.
I am excited to start building strong links with the communities, benefitting our residents, local community and businesses.
If you have any questions about Sycamore Grove Care Home and would like to visit, please get in touch. I look forward to welcoming you to our lovely home

Hi , I'm Laura, I am the care community lead at Sycamore Grove, I've worked in care for 11 years working in a variety of residential and nursing homes, I have worked my way up from being a carer.
I've been with Barchester for three and a half years and really enjoy the friendly atmosphere and the team are incredible. I am passionate about ensuring all our residents receive the highest quality care and life enrichment.
My role as Care Community Lead enables me to support residents and their families whilst also supporting the team to ensure the home is a great environment for both residents and staff

Hi , my name is Ann, I am a Community Care Lead at Sycamore Grove Care home and I was appointed in January this year. I am an honest, enthusiastic, self-motivated, reliable, responsible and hard working. I am a mature team player with plenty of years experience in care making me very adaptable to all challenging situations.
I enjoy meeting all kinds of various residents and I love hearing their backgrounds and what they've experienced throughout their lives. Whether you stay with us in a respite capacity or for our longer term, I know our team will be able to deliver you or your loved one amazing care under our teams direction. I look forward to meeting and caring for you or your loved one soon, at our beautiful environment we have here at Sycamore Grove.

My career in hospitality and catering started in 1990. I trained in Jülich, Germany and started my career In Zurich and worked in many 4* and 5* Hotels in my career including Claridge’s (London), and Hotel Alpina (Klosters, Switzerland) to name a few, I then went on to work as a head chef in Switzerland. I am now very settled and happy in the UK, spending the last 12 years working for the 5* Landmark hotel in Marylebone, fulfilling many roles starting as Sous Chef and working my way up to an Executive Sous chef role.
I started working as a chef in the care sector in 2023. I chose to join Barchester as their standards and expectations are so high. I believe a good chef is an artist and should be able to create delicious menus from the local, seasonal produce on offer.
We have a strong passionate team here at Sycamore Grove and we are looking forward to welcoming our residents to their new homes.

I joined Sycamore Grove as Maintenance Manager in January 2023. Maintenance is paramount when it comes to our residents, relatives and colleagues, and my role is to keep the home environment up to the highest standards possible, ultimately creating a safe and warm place for our residents to live and my colleagues to work.
I also manage and deal with contractors, keeping records up-to-date for our audits. As part of my role, I am also responsible for maintaining the home's extensive grounds. Prior to joining the team at Sycamore Grove, I worked as a facilities manager for Tesco.
I look forward to meeting you all and helping with any maintenance needs in the home.

I first worked in the care sector in 2016. I have since gained a wealth of experience in dedicated dementia and residential activities, where I was an Activities Coordinator.
The largest and best part of my role was to ensure my residents were engaged in meaningful activities on a daily basis. I do this by taking into account their life history, their interests, likes and dislikes in order to promote their well-being currently and for the future. Liaising with family, friends and members of the community is also part of my role and it offers continuity to the lives of our residents. I love giving people a purpose and enabling our residents to do as much as possible of the things they love to do.
I cannot wait to welcome our residents into their wonderful new homes and help to bring smiles, joy and laughter to each day.

I am Wendy, and I have been working in the care sector for 11 years, caring in the community for 7 then in care homes. I joined Sycamore Grove in 2024 and have enjoyed getting to know the residents and finding out their likes and dislikes and helping them try out new activities. I love to give people purpose and encourage them to do as much as they can.

My name is Nicky, and I am proud to be the head housekeeper of Sycamore Grove. I have worked in retail and hospitality for over 30 years. I love meeting new people, listening to their stories and cleaning.
Our new home is stunning, beautiful, homely and full of a team that cares, is dedicated, is full of passion and years of experience.
I cannot wait to meet and welcome any new residents and I am looking forward to meeting you soon

I originally worked for over 10 years as a carer. Now that I work in reception I have the privilege of meet and greet, plus a variety of tasks to complete daily. You will usually see me sitting at our reception desk ready to welcome you in. I have many years of experience in office work, customer service, and various other businesses.
I have been working as a Receptionist in care for the past year and a half and thoroughly enjoy it and I am looking forward to my new role of Administration Assistant. I think I have a good sense of humour and a positive attitude to life and like to share that. I am looking forward to my journey with Barchester at Sycamore Grove, which is indeed a very beautiful place to work.

Hello, My name is Andrea, I am the weekend Receptionist here at Sycamore Grove.
I have over 35 years of Customer Service experience, working for places such as Sussex Police, The NHS and most recently in a Care Home.
I really enjoy meeting people and am warm, welcoming and always available to help out with anything you may need whilst visiting the home.
Outside of work I look after my grandchildren, go horse riding and volunteer at the local animal rescue shelter.
I am really looking forward to my career with Barchester, working in such a beautiful home and getting to know our residents, their loved ones and my team.

With over seven years of experience in care, I have developed extensive knowledge of medications and a deep passion for supporting residents’ well-being. I love my work and am dedicated to growing within the field. Outside of care, I spend my spare time self-teaching game development and building computers, combining creativity with technical skills.

My name is Arta, and I am a senior carer here at Sycamore Grove. I have over 15 years of experience in the care industry, and I have been with Barchester for nearly five years.
I love working in the care industry as this enables me to help other people, which makes me very happy. In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my family.

My name is Derrick, and I am a Senior Care Assistant here at Sycamore Grove. I feel empowered and supported to be successful in my care career. I have extensive experience supporting residents in care homes, ensuring their wellbeing, dignity and independence. My role involves person-centred care planning, supervising and maintaining close communication with families and healthcare professionals. Before specialising in healthcare, I gained valuable experience across a range of sectors, including security, education, finance and sales. This diverse background has strengthened my ability to communicate effectively, adapt quickly and remain calm under pressure. I take pride in being compassionate, approachable and reliable, always striving to provide the highest standard of care and support to those I work with.

My name is Mina, and I am a senior carer on nights here at Sycamore Grove. I have been with Barchester since 2019. I started at another home and moved to Sycamore Grove when it opened in 2023. I have worked in care for more than 21 years in the UK, and I have completed my NVQ. I am also the Falls Champion. I love my job, my residents and my colleagues.
In my spare time, I like to take long walks along the seafront and spend time with my family.

Hello, I’m Michael, and it’s a pleasure to be part of the Barchester team here at Sycamore Grove. I have just moved back to Sussex after 11 years living in Northern Ireland, where I most recently worked in Maintenance at a care home.
I am pleased to be back doing maintenance in such a lovely, caring environment, with a great team alongside me. I hope that my varied career, interests and hobbies will enable me to bring different skills and experience to the team, and I look forward to getting to know all of our residents and exchanging stories about our life journeys that brought us here.

I am Helen a newly appointed Housekeeping Assistant. I have been enamoured by my welcome since starting here, the home is beautiful and the people are wonderful. I have been in the care industry for the last 30 years and bring attention to detail in all I do.

Hi my name is Michele, and I have recently joined Sycamore Grove as an assistant Housekeeper. I have found the team very welcoming and I am enjoying getting to know all the lovely residents. The home is beautiful and I am enjoying helping keeping it looking its best. I enjoy spending time with my children and grandchildren as well as walking our lovely dog Lola along the seafront.

Hello, my name is Theresa, and I have worked at Sycamore Grove since it opened in 2023. I love doing my job as a hostess and getting to spend quality time with the residents. I am happy to do anything in the home that can make our residents' lives better. When I am not at work, I enjoy spending time with my family and my kitten.

My name is Jackie, I’m a carer here at Sycamore Grove. I have been in the care industry for over 25 years, I’ve worked in nursing care, dementia care, home care and palliative care.
Caring for individuals and meeting their care needs is very rewarding, and I absolutely love the feeling that I make a difference to someone every day.
Meeting new residents and their families is always a pleasure, too.
I’m a mum of 3 lovely girls and love the challenges of all that brings too, if I’m not a Sycamore Grove, I’m enjoying the busy life of running around and taking my girls to their sporting activities, which I love.
I’m a positive and friendly person who likes to create a happy environment for our residents, and also the wonderful staff that I work with, we are a great team here at Sycamore Grove and one that I’m very grateful to be a part of.

Hi, I am Carol. I have worked for Barchester Healthcare for just over 3 years, and I love working at Sycamore Grove. We have an amazing team that cares for our residents, and we all work together. I am a compassionate person who gets great value from investing in our residents' lives.

My name is Christine and I am a night carer here at Sycamore Grove. I have been working for Barchester for six years and have been in the care industry for thirty one years. I enjoy looking after our residents and in my spare time I like to spend time with my family especially my twin granddaughters.

Hello, I'm Maria. I was born in Eastbourne and have family that originates from Malta. I worked in factories for ten years and am a skilled window fabricator. I have been married and have two children and three grandchildren. I thrive in challenging and exciting environments and pride myself on tackling and solving problems. I have four dogs at home and enjoy my time with them. I have been at Sycamore Grove for over a year.

My name is Alka and I work as a carer on nights here at Sycamore Grove. I have been working in care for just over two years in residential and nursing homes. I trained as a nurse in my home country. I love my job, my residents and my colleagues. I have been here for six months now and love being here.

Hi, my name is Mandy & I love my job working at Sycamore Grove, it's a lovely, warm, friendly environment and it has a nice feeling to it. All the residents are lovely people, as are all the staff. I enjoy the help that we can give to our residents.
I love & enjoy my job as a carer as I love to look after people. It's an amazing feeling to make someone happy and put a smile on their face.

Hudson is our therapy friend who joins us in the home every couple of weeks for a visit. Hudson is a cuddly, friendly dog who enjoys his visits and loves his long runs through our garden. He is always welcoming to anyone who wishes to stroke him, but if you are a little nervous, he will sense it and keep his distance.
Hudson is a much-loved member of our community!
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