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Barchester Hurstwood View

Linum Lane, Off Ashengate Way, Five Ash Down, Uckfield, East Sussex TN22 3FH
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Barchester Hurstwood View, Uckfield

Hurstwood View is located in the village of Five Ashdown near Uckfield and is on the doorstep of the breath-taking Ashdown Forest. They provide expert and person centred 24-hour nursing, residential and dementia care on their dedicated Memory Lane community, from short stays to long term care.

The home has a team of highly-qualified and attentive staff who are dedicated to focusing on the individual needs of each resident with...  

Care Provided by Barchester Hurstwood View

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 63 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • Palliative / End of Life Care
  • Convalescent Care

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • 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 £1,999N/A

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.

Contact Barchester Hurstwood View 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

Person in charge

  • Kirsty Johnson(General Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

  • Ages 60+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes
  • Year Purpose Built: 2012
  • Number of floors: 2

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (63)
  • Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (63)

Barchester Hurstwood View Reviews (126)

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Barchester Hurstwood View has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.830) out of 10, based on 23 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Barchester Hurstwood View has 126 reviews.

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Review from B S (Daughter of Resident) published on 1 July 2020 Submitted via Website
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My mother has been a resident of Hurstwood View for over 4 years now. The manager is very caring and has built up an amazing team of staff who are very friendly, kind and professional and treat all the residents with respect.
The meals are excellent and tasty homemade cakes and biscuits are always available. The rooms are a good size and the gardens spacious, with lovely views across the fields at the rear of the building.
During the period of lockdown due to the Covid-19 crisis, the staff have continued to give excellent care to my mother and have kept in regular contact with me regarding her health and well being. The staff have remained cheerful and positive, even though they have been working under such difficult circumstances. Skype and WhatsApp have been set up to enable families to keep in touch with their loved ones.

I feel that Mum is being very well cared for and is in a home that is safe and has a lovely warm, friendly and caring atmosphere.

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Review from Angela B (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 24 June 2020 Submitted via Website
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My step-mother-in-law has been a resident at Hurstwood View for over 2 years. My mother-in-law has Parkinson’s disease which has affected her balance and, after several falls and a stint in the hospital, we decided that she was safer in the environment of a care home. When looking we very much liked the size and location of Hurstwood View. We could see that every patient was receiving very personal and individual care by a dedicated staff. All my mother-in-law's needs are met to a very high standard. The staff are kind, caring and attention to every aspect of the resident’s needs with a cheerful demeanour. The rooms are bright and clean and my mother-in-law is lucky to have a room with doors opening on to a courtyard and lovely garden where she can sit. There is a weekly programme of activities and she really enjoys the exercise classes. The dining room, reception rooms and cafe are bright and spacious. The food is excellent.

Above all, my mother-in-law is very happy at Hurstwood View.

Reply from The Admin Team, Hurstwood at Barchester Hurstwood View

Thank you for taking the time to leave positive feedback relating to your recent experience at Hurstwood View Care Home. Barchester strives to make residents and visitors feel welcome, and the comments we receive help us to continue to improve our services. I will pass your comments onto the whole team.

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Review from Jane L (Daughter of Resident) published on 24 June 2020 Submitted via Website
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My father had spent several years in Hurstwood View where he was shown such kindness and wonderful care.
He was in his 90’s and had the start of dementia that caused him to be anxious and overactive. He loved walking around the home and with the great layout and facilities it gave him such freedom which was important to him. Every member of staff showed him such love and respect, it really was like a big family. He loved his food and joining him at meal times occasionally was like being in a first-class restaurant along with the entertainment.
My dad ended his final days at the home and my family and I spent day and night with him. This is when you really see how good the home is: the manager and deputy manager, both nursing trained, were so hands-on, leading by example, the nurses and carers just couldn’t be faulted. They were an amazing happy team and generally passionate about their patients well -being

I honestly couldn’t wish for a better place for my dad to end his days.

Reply from The Admin Team, Hurstwood at Barchester Hurstwood View

Thank you for taking the time to leave positive feedback regarding your experience at Hurstwood View, the comments we receive help us to continue to improve our services. It was always a pleasure to care for your Father. I will pass your kind comments onto the whole team.

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Review from Anna C (Daughter of Resident) published on 23 June 2020 Submitted via Website
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I am very happy with how Hurstwood View have handled the coronavirus pandemic. There has been excellent care and nursing and good communication. In general the staff are good at their jobs, friendly, helpful and genuinely caring.

Reply from The Admin Team, Admin at Barchester Hurstwood View
Thank you for taking the time to leave positive feedback relating to your experience at Hurstwood View Care Home. Staff at Hurstwood View strives to make our residents experience a positive one, and the comments we receive help us to continue to improve our services.

We look forward to seeing you again soon.

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Review from Adam R (Son of Resident) published on 23 June 2020 Submitted via Website
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My mother has been at Hurstwood View for a little over a year and before that my father was at Hurstwood View for about two and a half years. I have therefore been visiting the home on a very regular basis for a number of years.
The home is well managed and it boasts an exceptionally good staff who clearly care for the residents. This has been particularly evident in the challenging times over the last few months with COVID-19 where staff have gone beyond the normal call of duty to keep the residents settled and as content as possible whilst they have been unable to see their families.
The rooms are nice, a good size and pleasantly furnished. There are spacious communal areas and a cafe downstairs.
There is an excellent team who sort out the activities and friendly reception and administrative staff.

I would unhesitatingly recommend Hurstwood View to anyone looking for a care home for family or friends who are unable to remain in their own homes.

Reply from The Admin Team, Admin at Barchester Hurstwood View
Thank you for taking the time to leave positive feedback relating to your experience at Hurstwood View Care Home. Barchester strives to make residents and visitors feel welcome, and the comments we receive help us to continue to improve our services.

We look forward to seeing you again soon.

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Review from Katherine C (Daughter of Resident) published on 19 June 2020 Submitted via Website
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My father owns one of the apartments at Hurstwood Court and was for a long time going into the care home for his meals and to join in with the various outings and activities put on by the home. Both of these he enjoyed very much as they gave him variety and social interaction, not having any friends in the area. In May he had a couple of falls and was moved downstairs into the care home to be looked after. The room he was offered was so lovely, bright and homely, the staff so attentive and helpful that he is now going to remain in the care home. This has been such a weight off of our minds, as out of four siblings only one of us who lives locally. Because my Dad was going downstairs for his meals he knows and recognises all of the members of staff and other residents. With Covid, I have not been able to visit my Dad, but members of staff have been calling me regularly to keep me up to date with how my dad is doing and I am confident he is very happy.

Reply from The Admin Team, Hurstwood at Barchester Hurstwood View

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Review from Jo C (Daughter of Resident) published on 19 June 2020 Submitted via Website
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During this unprecedented time of Covid-19, the staff at Hurstwood View have gone beyond their duty as carers and adapted to take on the emotional role of supporting residents without family visits. At the start of the lockdown period, I had no idea how my father would cope without my almost daily visits. Unable to do anything for himself, he is entirely reliant on support from others. It has been a giant leap of faith to trust that he would be cared for, physically, emotionally and mentally. I can honestly say that the care and support that my father has received has been exceptional.
The staff at Hurstwood View can be proud of themselves. They have come through the most difficult of times, caring for the lives of others in an exemplary way. Setting up communication via Skype has been brilliant. Even facilitating virtual physiotherapy sessions!

We are a lucky family to have the caring support of all the dedicated staff at Hurstwood View.

Reply from The Admin Team, Hurstwood at Barchester Hurstwood View

Thank you for your kind words, it is a pleasure caring for your father and we hope to see you and your family soon.

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Review from Dany C (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 15 June 2020 Submitted via Website
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The nursing/care staff at Hurstwood View are very professional, but they are also extremely caring and treat the residents with great respect.
The rooms are spacious, and the en-suite is a good size. The food is always excellent, and the hospitality and reception staff are very accommodating and helpful.
The manager is excellent and truly cares about all of the residents.

Hurstwood View has been particularly good at looking after everyone during this coronavirus crisis and have kept friends and family very well informed whilst we are not able to visit.

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Review from Graeme C (Son of Resident) published on 26 February 2020 Submitted via Postal Card
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Mum has a care assisted flat and at the moment has moved to the nursing wing due to a fall and injury. We have therefore seen the wide range of care that has been available. The knowledge, care, experience and approach to patient care/dignity is excellent. The facilities and food are very good. The only minor point would be the lack of on-site physio. The admin is very efficient.

Reply from The Admin Team, Hurstwood at Barchester Hurstwood View

Thank you for taking the time to leave positive feedback relating to your recent experience at Hurstwood View Care Home. Barchester strives to make residents and visitors feel welcome and the comments we receive help us to continue to improve our services.

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Review from J B (Husband of Resident) published on 26 February 2020 Submitted via Postal Card
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Excellent in every way.

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Review from John B (Husband of Resident) published on 19 February 2020 Submitted via Website
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My wife has been a resident since October 2019.
The facilities are purpose-built to a very high standard and are well maintained.
The staff work hard to build a friendly and relaxed atmosphere with good-humoured camaraderie at all times. The residents are always treated with respect.
The quality of food is excellent, always freshly prepared, and special requests will be accommodated whenever possible. The soups and afternoon cakes are especially appreciated!
There is a good range of daily activities to keep the residents stimulated and to provide important social contact for those with a physical disability.

Ultimately for me, the key question is, "are you comfortable and happy to leave your loved one in their care?" In this case, certainly; Yes.

Reply from The Admin Team, Hurstwood at Barchester Hurstwood View

Thank you for taking the time to leave positive feedback relating to your experience at Hurstwood View Care Home. Barchester strives to make residents and visitors feel welcome and the comments we receive help us to continue to improve our services and our resident's experience with us.

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Review from Laura G (Daughter of Resident) published on 18 February 2020 Submitted via Postal Card
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I have recently moved Mum from another nursing home and I am so pleased I did. Hurstwood View is amazing. The level of care is really good, the place is always clean and tidy and has a lovely relaxed feeling. Well done all.

Reply from The Admin Team, at Barchester Hurstwood View

Thank you for taking the time to leave positive feedback relating to your experience at Hurstwood View Care Home. Barchester strives to make residents and visitors feel welcome and the comments we receive help us to continue to improve our services.

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Review from Lex H (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 19 August 2019 Submitted via Website
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My father-in-law spent the last 4 days of his life at Hurstwood. He received exceptional care from all staff. He consistently told us how wonderful the staff were and how well he was being cared for.
The care home is beautiful with lovely clean rooms, gardens, and facilities. It’s incredibly peaceful and the staff are so kind, friendly, helpful and supportive. Our family can’t extend our thanks enough to the managers who went above and beyond to make sure he was as comfortable as possible and they were so kind and supportive to our family.
They sorted all the formalities for us so we didn’t have to worry about anything. They even came to the funeral which meant so much to us.

I cannot recommend this care home enough - My father-in-law's last few days were happy, comfortable, and he passed away peacefully in his sleep. Thank you Hurstwood so much from all of us for everything you did for him and the family, we will forever be eternally grateful.

Reply from Admin Team, Hurstwood at Barchester Hurstwood View
Thank you for your kind review.

It was an honour to care for your father-in-law.

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Review from Caroline S (Daughter of Resident) published on 29 May 2019 Submitted via Website
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My mother stayed at Hurstwood View for the last 4 months of her life and I am pleased to be able to write a very favourable review. My mother suffered from both Alzheimer’s and ill health and needed a lot of care. The staff couldn’t have been kinder or more compassionate, I was extremely impressed with the care given to my mother - she was treasured and looked after at a time when she needed it most. As well as caring for her physical needs, the staff took special care to get to know my Mum and made sure to spend time chatting and laughing with her, ensuring that her dignity remained intact at the most difficult time of her life. The staff were quick to act when required - if medical care was needed or a hospital visit, and kept me informed at all times as to what was going on. My mother died at Hurstwood - and I couldn’t have asked for more support, kindness and care for either my mother or myself when the time came. Highly recommended indeed!

Reply from Admin Team, Hurstwood at Barchester Hurstwood View

Thank you for your kind review, it was an honour to care for your mother at this time of her life.

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Review from Jane C (Daughter of Resident) published on 25 April 2019 Submitted via Postal Card
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I am only able to visit for a few days every month or so but have seen my father improve overall in wellbeing due to the respectful care and attention he receives. The whole atmosphere in the home is calm, clean and bright with tasteful and up to date furnishings. The rooms allow direct access outside giving a feeling of openness. Various lounges allow quiet space and family privacy if desired. Food is excellent and looks and smells very tempting utilising local produce when in season. The home has a calm and relaxing feeling and is pleasant for residents and visitors. An amazing daily entertainment schedule is available for those who wish, and celebrations and events are always marked and enjoyed. The youthful carers and management bring a lovely atmosphere to the residents.

Reply from Admin Team, Hurstwood at Barchester Hurstwood View

Thank you for taking the time to leave positive feedback relating to Hurstwood View Care Home. The comments we receive help us to continue to improve our services. We look forward to seeing you soon.

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Review from Jean C (Wife of Resident) published on 25 April 2019 Submitted via Postal Card
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My husband has been at Hurstwood View from 23/6/2019, and myself and family have nothing but praise for the place. Where to start? On entry, the atmosphere is welcoming, calm, (vibrant at the right time of day), a pleasure to be in. The staff.... dedicated, vibrant, considerate, caring, super!

I travel from the Lake District and I know that between my visits that he is in the best place for care. The manager, nurses, all carers, cooks, cleaners, maintenance deserve full marks for their dedication.

Reply from Admin Team, Hurstwood at Barchester Hurstwood View

Thank you for taking the time to leave positive feedback relating to Hurstwood View Care Home. The comments we receive help us to continue to improve our services. We look forward to seeing you soon.

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Review from Simon Y (Grandson of Resident) published on 18 March 2019 Submitted via Website
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The building is wonderful but it's the staff that make it such a good care home. Everyone is positive, happy and well trained and I mean everyone. Such a relief to have a family member stay here at Hurstwood View. Highly recommend and the food is also brilliant.

Reply from Admin Team, Hurstwood at Barchester Hurstwood View

Thank you for your lovely review, it was an absolute pleasure to provide care for your relative. If we can be of any assistance in the future please do not hesitate to contcat us.

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Review from C B (Friend of Resident) published on 14 January 2019 Submitted via Postal Card
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I visited a friend who is a resident here. I was met by the area training manager who showed me to the lounge, dining area until we located my friend.
My observations were that the staff were friendly and kind, plenty on hand and security very good.

My only other observation was that my friend's coat was not clean.

Reply from Admin Team, Hurstwood at Barchester Hurstwood View

Thank you for taking the time to leave positive feedback relating to Hurstwood View Care Home. The comments we receive help us to continue to improve our services. We look forward to seeing you soon.

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Review from Yvonne G (Respite Resident) published on 19 September 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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A home which I am only a temporary resident due to a nervous breakdown. I am enjoying a very happy time here (for 2months) with wonderful staff for whom nothing is too much trouble and have, after a few weeks here staged a great recovery.

It has been an amazing experience. (Aged 90)

Reply from Admin Team, Hurstwood at Barchester Hurstwood View

Thank you Yvonne for your kind words, it has been a pleasure caring for you and we wish you all the best for your future. Do keep in touch.

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Review from Tony W (Son of Resident) published on 12 June 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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The care home is clearly very well managed. The staff are very caring and both the staff and the residents are always cheerful. The home is kept in immaculate condition, as are the grounds. Activities and trips out are frequent and well organised. The catering is varied and of good quality. Overall, Hurstwood is staffed by true professionals who take pride in their work and care deeply for the residents in their care.

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Date: 08 March 2019
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  • EffectiveGood
  • ResponsiveGood
  • SafeGood
  • Well-ledGood
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  • 27 Jul 2026

    Residents at Hurstwood View care home, in Five Ash Down, Uckfield were gifted a beautiful selection of wedding flowers from our neighbours at Hendall Manor Barns in Heron’s Ghyll. What...

  • 23 Jul 2026

    Yeeehaw! We had a fun evening last night, with our Country & Western themed party. Entertained by the fabulous, John Lane, we danced the evening away with the our favourite...

  • 22 Jul 2026

    Hurstwood View care home, in Five Ash Down, Uckfield, invited their residents to have a beautiful experience at the Butterfly Gardens in Ditchling. The ladies that took the trip were...

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Kirsty Johnson
Kirsty JohnsonJob Title:General ManagerJoined: 2012

I began my career in the care industry in 1997, working in a small private care home for 17 years, which I enjoyed every day. I provided individualised care, support, social interaction, comfort & compassion to residents.

In 2003, I decided to study Nursing at Brighton University, as it had been my ambition since an early age. I continued to work at the care home during evenings & weekends, throughout my training and received my nursing qualification in 2006. Becoming a nurse gave me such fulfilment, along with a great responsibility, which made me extremely proud of what I do.

I joined Hurstwood View in 2012, and that is where my journey at Barchester began.

I love to spend time with my family & friends, and I also enjoy travelling. I played football for 15 years in a women’s team, but I’ve hung the boots up now!

Esther Onwuka
Esther OnwukaJob Title:Deputy ManagerJoined: 2025

My name is Esther Onwuka, and I joined Hurstwood View in April 2025 as Deputy Manager.

From a young age, I have always had a strong passion for caring for others, which inspired me to pursue a degree in Nursing in India. Over the course of my 4-year training, I became deeply committed to the belief that providing care and support to people is one of the most fulfilling and meaningful roles in life.

Since qualifying as a Registered Nurse in 2016, I have gained valuable experience working in Nigeria before relocating to England during the pandemic. I spent 5 rewarding years at a nursing home in Uckfield, where I progressed from Nurse to Deputy Manager. That experience helped shape my approach to leadership and deepened my commitment to delivering high-quality, person-centred care.

I am always striving to grow both personally and professionally. This drive has recently led me to complete a Master’s degree in Public Health, and I plan to pursue a PhD in the near future. My ultimate goal is to make a positive, lasting impact within my workplace, my community, and the wider world.

At Hurstwood View, my role is to support our residents, their families, and our dedicated team to ensure we consistently deliver the highest standards of care. I aim to help create an environment where everyone feels safe, valued, and at home.

If you visit us, you will likely see me walking around with a big smile, and I look forward to welcoming you in person.

Cathryn Graham
Cathryn GrahamJob Title:Home AdministratorJoined: 2017

Hi, my name is Cathryn, and I joined the team at Hurstwood View in August 2017 as the Administrator.

I have worked in care home administration since 2002 and have since gained an NVQ Level 3 in Business Administration.

My role includes managing the financial systems in the home, HR, enquiry management and working closely with the General Manager. My favourite part of the role is interacting with residents and their families.

Akhil Ponnappan
Akhil PonnappanJob Title:Clinical LeadJoined: 2024

Hi, My name is Akhil and I am the Clinical Lead here at Hurstwood View. I work on our nursing floor and ensure all residents receive the best care and support from myself and the team.

Lisa Everson
Lisa EversonJob Title:Activities Coordinator & Speak Up ChampionJoined: 2017
I’m Lisa, Activities Coordinator here at Hurstwood View. I’ve been working at Hurstwood View in varying departments since 2017, shortly after the birth of my second child.

With a strong background in Marketing, events, and community engagement - Activities is a great fit for me! I love arranging events and making a difference to our residents’ day. I’ve never danced so much since working here, no day is ever the same, and we really do have so much fun!

Karen Downie
Karen DownieJob Title:Head ChefJoined: 2012

Hi. My name is Karen, and I am the Head Chef here at Hurstwood View.

I have been working in the catering industry since I was 17 years old and have been working at Hurstwood View since it opened in 2012. I simply adore cooking and love to experiment with various flavours. I love my job at Hurstwood View and it’s a privilege to meet and work with so many different people. But what I love most is when people tell me they enjoy my food!

Being Scottish I am very fond of traditional Scottish dishes which when I am cooking, love to add a different twist. I am very fortunate to live in East Sussex with my husband and daughter. Sussex is a beautiful country with many interesting and historical places to visit. I love my job at Hurstwood View and in particular it's a privilege to meet and work with so many interesting residents. But what I love most is when people tell me they enjoy my food!

Wayne Grogan
Wayne GroganJob Title:Maintenance ManagerJoined: 2016

Hi, I am Wayne, the Senior Maintenance Manager.

I started with the company back in 2015. I am enjoying my role; there is always lots to do and no day is the same.

I also support our local maintenance managers with any help and advice they might need.

Demi Fuller
Demi FullerJob Title:Care Practitioner & Dementia ChampionJoined: 2019

Hi, my name is Demi and I have worked at Hurstwood View since 2019.

I first joined Hurstwood View as a trainee care practitioner. I am now working as a Care practitioner and have recently started a degree with the university of Derby for Advanced Care Practitioner. My next step will be a Nursing Degree. As a care practitioner I work closely with the General Manager, Registered Nurses, and Senior Carers to ensure that all our resident’s needs are being met and to a high standard.

I am very passionate about my job at Hurstwood View and I always ensure my work is completed to a high standard. At Hurstwood View we all take great pride in ensuring that our residents are well looked after, we spend time getting to know our residents and their relatives on a personal basis to enable us to care for them all in a person-centred way and respecting their individuality. At Hurstwood View we have a great support network from our General Manager – Kirsty and Barchester in general, Barchester has great progression opportunities within all departments, and they always encourage staff to progress within their career. At Hurstwood View our staff are friendly and welcoming people who are more like family than staff.

Sally Burton
Sally BurtonJob Title:Administration AssistantJoined: 2023

I have worked for Hurstwood View for 2yrs.

I enjoy being front of desk greeting the residents and families that join us here at Hurstwood View. I love being part of a friendly and devoted team of dedicated work colleagues.

Lisa Radcliffe
Lisa RadcliffeJob Title:Activities Coordinator & Wellbeing ChampionJoined: 2021

My name is Lisa and I’m an Activities Coordinator here at Hurstwood View. I joined the team towards the end of 2021.

A hairdresser and barber by trade, during lockdown I decided to make a career change.

I love working with our residents making a difference to their daily routine. In Activities, no day is ever the same, it really is such a varied role, which I really enjoy.

Cat Stainer
Cat StainerJob Title:Head of HousekeepingJoined: 2019

My name is Cat and I have worked at Hurstwood View since 2019.

I have tried my hand at many departments including Housekeeping, kitchen and Caring until I progressed to head of housekeeping in 2021. I take much pride in my job and I always ensure my work is completed to a high standard. I always ensure our residents have a clean, comfortable, and happy environment to live in. The most important part of my job role is ensuring I keep the home as homely as possible to help the residents to feel at home.

I love working with my colleagues from all departments as I feel we are a great team with a loving and caring atmosphere to be proud of.

Keighly Johnson
Keighly JohnsonJob Title:Team Leader, Dementia Champion & Wellbeing ChampionJoined: 2013

My name is Keighly and I have worked at Hurstwood View since 2013, my job role is a Team Leader.

I have been working within the memory lane community for the last 8 years, I pride myself in caring for those in need and providing individualised care for all of our residents. My job role includes ensuring all staff are up to date with all changes and working alongside management ensuring the whole home is run to a high standard ensuring all of the residents needs are being met

Zoe Shannon
Zoe ShannonJob Title:Head of Unit, Speak Up Champion & Dementia ChampionJoined: 2013

Hi, my name is Zoe and I have worked at Hurstwood View since 2013.

I started my career in the kitchen department then changed into a care assistant role. I have gradually worked my way up and I am now the head of unit for memory lane. I love working on memory lane and supporting our residents who are living with Dementia, in my role I take responsibility for ensuring that all our residents needs are met in the most suitable way for them. We take pride in person centred care and we value each residents differences. I always ensure that the staff working within the memory lane community are up to date with any recent changes and I also ensure that relatives are kept up to date with their loved ones ever changing needs.

At Hurstwood View we have a great team ethic, and the staff feel more like a big family rather than colleagues.

Lorraine Murphy
Lorraine MurphyJob Title:HostessJoined: 2019

My Name is Lorraine, and I am a Hostess working at Hurstwood view.

My job involves serving breakfast to the residents and setting the tables ready for their meals. I really enjoy my job and love having a morning catch up with the residents.

Paige Streeter
Paige StreeterJob Title:Care AssistantJoined: 2018

My name is Paige, and I am a Care Assistant at Hurstwood View. I have been working at Hurstwood View since 2018.

I really enjoy supporting our residents to live a happy and fulfilled life, you will often find me singing, joking and laughing a lot. Hurstwood View has such a friendly atmosphere and the staff are very good at making light in difficult situations. I can mostly be found with the Karaoke machine singing into the microphone in a room full of residents.

Katrina Cheshire
Katrina CheshireJob Title:Care AssistantJoined: 2020

Hi, My name is Katrina and I am a Care Assistant at Hurstwood View.

I work mostly within the Memory Lane community at Hurstwood View and I love supporting the residents who are living with Dementia

I have recently completed my medication training and I am in the process of completing my NVQ level 3. One of my favourite things about working at Hurstwood View is the progression opportunities that are available.

Adam Heap
Adam HeapJob Title:Care AssistantJoined: 2023

Hi, my name is Adam and I work at Hurstwood View as a care Assistant. I have worked at Hurstwood View since January 2023.

I really enjoy my job and love being able to support the residents with their individual needs. At Hurstwood View the support network is fantastic and we are very lucky to have such supportive management who always go out of their way to ensure all the residents are cared for in the best way possible.

Becky Riley
Becky RileyJob Title:Care AssistantJoined: 2014

My name is Becky and I have worked at Hurstwood View since 2014.

I work as a Care Assistant and support the residents with all of their day-to-day needs. I love getting to know the residents and ensuring that they have the best quality of life possible.

At Hurstwood View we are all like one big family and we have a whole home approach for everything.

Georgie Williams
Georgie WilliamsJob Title:Care AssistantJoined: 2014

Hi, my name is Georgie and I work at Hurstwood View as a Care Assistant. I have worked at Hurstwood View since 2014.

I really enjoy working in the care home and knowing that I have made a difference in the resident's lives. We all spend a lot of time getting to know the residents on a personal basis so that we can support them in the best way possible.

Saina Samad
Saina SamadJob Title:Care AssistantJoined: 2023

My name is Saina, and I am a night Care Assistant here at Hurstwood View. I have been working at Hurstwood View since February 2023.

I really enjoy working here, we have great management and awesome team support. I love supporting residents with their daily needs and helping them to settle for the night.

Aminul Raj
Aminul RajJob Title:Care AssistantJoined: 2021

My name is Raj, and I am a Night Care Assistant here at Hurstwood View.

I am very passionate about my role and I like to support my residents to live a fulfilled life. I have been at Hurstwood View since 2021 and I really enjoy working with my amazing, organised team.

We have the most amazing and supportive management; it really is a pleasure to work at Hurstwood View.

Taisir Ahmad
Taisir AhmadJob Title:Care AssistantJoined: 2020

Hi, my name is Taisir and I am a care Assistant here at Hurstwood View working nightshifts.

I love working with such an incredible team within a great atmosphere, During the night my team and I will be present to ensure the residents are taken care of and have everything they need.

Ugo Nnamani
Ugo NnamaniJob Title:Care AssistantJoined: 2021

My name is Ugo and I am a Night Care Assistant here at Hurstwood View.

In my job role I make sure my residents are taken care of with all aspects of their needs. I love what I do as a care assistant as it gives me an opportunity to serve humanity.

One of my favourite things about Hurstwood View is the awesome management team and the hardworking colleagues.

Sathish Mathiyarasan
Sathish MathiyarasanJob Title:Care AssistantJoined: 2022

I am Sathish and I have worked at Hurstwood View since December 2022. I am working as a night care assistant.

I started my job without any experience in this field. As the days went by, I began to realise the magnificence of this work I was seeing. I thank God that I have been given the opportunity to help people with their daily life. I am proud to think that by doing this work I am laying up my treasure not on earth but in the kingdom of heaven. I try every day to make myself more experienced for this job and do it wholeheartedly.

Carmen Dosset
Carmen DossetJob Title:Kitchen AssistantJoined: 2020

My name is Carmen and I have worked at Hurstwood View for a few Years now.

I first joined as a Care Assistant but have recently changed over to the Kitchen department and I am now working as a Kitchen Assistant.

I really enjoy my job working alongside the Chefs and supporting the residents with their different needs and preferences.

Faye Maidment
Faye MaidmentJob Title:Housekeeping AssistantJoined: 2021

Hi, My name is Faye and I am one of the Housekeeping assistants working at Hurstwood View.

My role includes keeping the home clean and well maintained and keeping the laundry up to date, I love my job and especially enjoy having the interaction with the residents.

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