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Residents enjoy a scenic location, with views of the South Downs that are recognised for their outstanding natural beauty.
The home is wheelchair accessible and a pleasant place for loved ones to visit.
Care Provided by St Rita's Care Home
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Mental Health Condition
- 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 60 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
- Bariatric Care/Obesity
- Convalescent Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Smoking not permitted
- Minibus or other transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Bar/Café
- Residents Kitchenette
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
Updated until 2027
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact St Rita's Care Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact St Rita's 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)
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
- Trustees Augustinian Community
- Voluntary / Not for Profit Owned
Person in charge
- Karen Shrimpton(Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Year Purpose Built: 2005
- Last Refurbishment: 2018
- Number of floors: 2
Room Information
- Single Rooms (60)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (60)
Visiting
- Visitors welcome
Parking
- Parking available - Free
St Rita's Care Home Reviews (75)
St Rita's Care Home has a Review Score of 9.6 (9.645) out of 10, based on 24 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time St Rita's Care Home has 75 reviews.
It's a really good care home.
My granny has been here throughout Covid. She is supported, cared for and respected. She is always treated with dignity, and for that, I am very thankful.
Mum was really struggling at home with dementia, and after she broke her hip, we needed to find a nursing home that we could have confidence in to take care of and look after her. St Rita's has done exactly that, and considering everything the home has had to cope with and endure as a result of the pandemic, the management, nursing and care staff have worked very hard to keep Mum safe and well.
I was extremely lucky to be able to have my mum admitted to St Rita's at the beginning of the pandemic. In both homes, my mum has been treated with dignity, care and support. The staff have worked hard through this awful time, and I can relax in the knowledge that my lovely mum has been treated amazingly. Beautiful setting, lovely, caring staff that go the extra mile. Thank you!
My mother was first at one care home and now at St Rita's. The staff are kind, attentive and treat my mum with great care and respect. They keep me informed of any changes in her care, and are always welcoming of new ideas and concerns.
St Rita's Care Home is an excellent and caring environment. My mother moved to St Rita's over 7-years ago, and I could not wish for a better home. The staff are truly wonderful and have provided me with support and compassion through some very difficult and emotional times. Mum's wellbeing is at the centre of her care, and I am confident that the care provided is in her best interests. Would highly recommend St Rita's to anyone.
I have a very close friend, of whom I am nominated next of kin, resident in St Rita’s, and she has been here now for 6-months. All of the staff are so helpful, friendly and cheery, even if circumstances have been difficult with Covid lockdowns. The rooms are bright, clean and airy, the grounds very well kept and glorious to view, and the atmosphere is warm. I viewed many before opting for St Rita’s, and I am so glad I did.
I visit my friend who is a resident regularly and always find the staff helpful and courteous. I believe my friend is getting the best care offered to her. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend St Rita’s Care Home.
I have experience of a number of residential care homes for my mother and other family members and can confirm that St Rita's rates as the most caring. I would not hesitate to recommend it. The staff are friendly, professional and approachable. The rooms are very pleasant, and the grounds beautiful. My mother has been very happy here.
This is by far the best residential home that I have been to. The staff are excellent, caring and professional. The home is welcoming and very well maintained and has a calm and peaceful atmosphere.
I cannot praise the home more highly. The staff are very much a happy, cohesive team, and the home's manager is professional and personable. As a result, the care given to the president is amazing! Staff retention is good, meaning the staff who work there are knowledgeable and empathetic/ They could not have done more to ensure my mum was comfortable and as happy as she could be at a very difficult time. Thank you!
Both my parents resided at St Rita's since January 2016, and their care has been exemplary. The staff have taken wonderful care of my mum since my dad died four months ago. A very complex situation for someone with dementia who is also grieving. We have nothing but praise for the way our loved ones have been cared for and the comfort that brings us.
St Rita’s, is I think, one of the top care homes in the area. It is within extensive grounds of outstanding beauty. Every time I visit my mother and drive up the long winding road, I think how beautiful the views are there with the llamas and water buffalos in the fields, it’s a dream. Then when I arrive, no matter what day or time, I am always greeted with a smile and a polite how are you by any member of staff you come into contact with, everyone is so lovely. I really look forward to seeing them and my mother every time. You can be rest assured that your loved ones are being well cared for, and you can see that every time I walk along the corridor to my mother's room, any residents I see are happy, smiling and enjoying the activities that are always going on. Every member of staff, no matter their role, are all very courteous, and always knock on the resident's door before they enter, and if they have a visitor, they are always offered a drink, which is nice. Thank you to you all.
The visit is in Mum's room where my wife and I are usually free to spend as long as we choose; we are often provided with light refreshments and can discuss any issues either with staff in the reception or with those on her floor. If there are any issues of note from the home's side, we are 'phoned at home.
Mum has been a resident at St Rita’s since October 2021, and I could not feel more comfortable and assured about Mum’s care. Despite Mums sudden needs and financial requirements for her to go into residential care, the staff have been supportive, caring and kind at every stage. I am so impressed how everyone you meet at the home smiles and acknowledges you every time you go in, and know exactly how Mum has been during the periods we don’t see her. The managers are so supportive and helpful with advice, and every member of their team, especially the lady in charge of the Covid regulations and ongoing visiting Covid visiting requirements, are really switched on and mindful. The nursing staff are second to none, and I am genuinely delighted with everyone and everything to do with my mums care. Thank you, everyone. If Mum could speak for herself, we know she would be more than happy.
Mum is so well looked after, and staff are fantastic.
Lovely bright cheerful home. Very kind and caring staff.
My dad became a resident at St Rita’s in the middle of February 2021. The manager was so helpful and efficient in answering my questions on the phone. She offered to meet me and walk around the grounds, but as I live in Devon, this wasn’t possible. The manager took the time to take numerous photos of the different areas, which all looked cheery, clean and inviting. When I or any of our family phone to talk to Dad, all of the team have been friendly and helpful and answer any questions we might have. Their feedback has been excellent, which has reassured us all, because of Covid, we haven’t been able to visit. My dad has settled well, and I believe that is due to the efficiency and kindness of the staff.
To me, St Rita's is a shining example of what a care home should be like, if ever I had a need to become a resident of a care home, this place would be my first choice without hesitation.
Hi Don, many thanks for the glowing review - the team really appreciates the praise. Thank you.
The staff at St Rita's have been outstanding throughout my grandmother's stay in the care home. Very facilitating and willing to go out of their way to ensure our family have maintained the highest level of communication possible with our relative during the Coronavirus pandemic. The management has been fantastic and very receptive to feedback. Overall, I feel very comfortable knowing my grandmother is at St Rita's and would recommend the home above others in the area.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 17 March 2023Requires improvement
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeGood
- Well-ledRequires improvement
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- 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.
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My name is Karen Shrimpton, I am the Home manager at St Rita's care home and have been in post since 24th February 2020.
I have worked in Health and social care for the last 26 years, 16 years of these in management of care homes - Supported living, Learning disabilities, Dementia, Residential and Acquired brain injuries.
I enjoy working with the elderly and find my role to be both rewarding and fulfilling, which in turn meets my strong values in the care sector.
My qualifications are:
NVQ 4 Registered Manager's award.Level 3 Practice Nurse
Level 7 Practice Nurse
Level 5 Diploma in Health and Social Care.
Level 7 degree in health and social care.

Clinical Lead of St. Rita's Care Home.

Clinical Lead of St. Rita's Care Home.
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