Derwent Residential Care Home

36 - 38 Sedlescombe Road South, St Leonards-on-Sea TN38 0TB
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9.6 34 Reviews
  • Derwent Residential Care Home, St Leonards-on-Sea
Derwent Care Home is committed to creating a warm and welcoming environment where residents feel truly at home. Here, individuals are encouraged to continue living life as they always have, engaging in the hobbies and activities they enjoyed while in their own homes. Whether it’s gardening, painting, reading, or spending time with friends, residents are empowered to maintain their independence and pursue their passions.

The home’s compassionate team focuses on providing a safe, happy, and supportive atmosphere. Every resident is treated with kindness, dignity, and respect, ensuring they feel valued and comfortable. With a strong emphasis on quality of life, Derwent Care Home offers tailored care that prioritises the well-being and personal preferences of each person.

Residents can enjoy a vibrant, community-centred lifestyle while knowing they are in a safe and caring environment. At Derwent Care Home, the goal is to ensure that everyone experiences a sense of purpose, connection, and fulfilment—making it a place that feels like home, every day.

Care Provided by Derwent Residential Care Home

  • Primary Care Categories
  • Dementia
  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Care Types Provided
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 34 Service Users
  • Privately Owned
  • Care Offered
  • Alzheimer's
  • Other Care Provided
  • Convalescent Care
  • End of Life Care
  • Own GP if required
  • Palliative Care

Good to Know

  • Owner
  • Derwent Residential Care Ltd
  • Person in charge
  • Ali Sepehri (Manager)
  • Admission Criteria
    • Ages 65+
  • Room Information
    • Single Rooms (32)
    • Couples/Companion Rooms (1)
    • Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (10)
    • Couples/Companion Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (1)
  • Care Home Design/Build
    • Purpose Built: No
    • Last Refurbishment: 2022
    • Number of floors: 3

Funding & Fees Guide for Derwent Residential Care Home

  • Funding Types Accepted
  • Self funding (Private)
  • Local Authority with Top-Up
  • Local Authority
  • NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) Funding
  • Weekly Charges per Person
    • Self-Funded Residential Care from £900
    • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care from £1,000
    • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Care from £900
    • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care from £1,000
  • All our fees are subject to a care needs assessment. All fees quoted are a guideline, please contact the care home for a detailed price for your care requirements.


  • (these prices are only a guideline, please contact Derwent Residential Care Home to find out the exact price for your requirements)

Facilities

  • Close to Local shops
  • Gardens
  • Near Public Transport
  • Own Furniture if required
  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access
  • Residents Kitchenette
  • Stairlift
  • Television point in own room
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Visiting
  • Visitors are welcome at any time. Please be aware that mealtimes are generally a busy time in the care home.


  • Parking
  • Limited parking in front of the care home. Outside of this visitors are able to park on Sedlescombe Road Sth or in Sedlescombe Gardens.


Derwent Residential Care Home Reviews (34)

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Derwent Residential Care Home has a Review Score of 9.6 (9.585) out of 10, based on 9 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Derwent Residential Care Home has 34 reviews.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mum absolutely loves it here. She has been here couple of years now and has made couple of friends. She is finally safe. The staff are amazing and friendly and so helpful. Only thing I would recommend is more activities. Staff always go above and beyond to he caring and kind and helpful.

Reply from Ali Sepehri, Home Manager at Derwent Residential Care Home

I am glad to hear your satisfaction regarding the home and the staff's performance. I would like to express my sincere gratitude for your kind words. We will continue to do our utmost to provide the best care and support for your Mum, ensuring her quality of life is maintained and that she is happy and enjoys her time with us.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We moved my mother to Derwent Residential Care Home and the staff and management helped us through what was a difficult transition. They were kind, honest and professional and treated us as family, and my mother with care and dignity at a very stressful time. Sadly my mother died only 3 weeks after
she arrived at Derwent but in those 3 weeks, she was well looked after.

Reply from Ali Sepehri, Home Manager at Derwent Residential Care Home

Thank you for your thoughtful review. I am truly glad that we were able to meet all of your mum's needs during her time with us. She is fondly remembered, and her spirit will always hold a special place in our hearts. May she rest in peace and be blessed.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I cannot recommend this place any more the staff are amazing my Nan was looked after and loved by all staff they made her feel like family. I visited every day they always welcomed me in and answered any questions I had, the manager is such a lovely man he went above and beyond to make nans last days
as comfortable as possible. I will always remember all the staff and will always be in their debt for how amazing and caring they all are, thank you again and I will still pop in and see you all and say hello to the residents who I also became close to,

Reply from Ali Sepehri, Home Manager at Derwent Residential Care Home

We are incredibly grateful for the time you took to share your experiences and feedback. Your reviews help us understand what we are doing well and where we can improve. Your kind words and constructive comments are invaluable to us and we are committed to continuously enhancing our services to meet your needs. Thank you for being a part of our community and for your ongoing support. We look forward to serving you better every day. Warm regards.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

I cannot fault the care at Derwent. My mum loves all the staff and it’s a very safe environment. They are all exceptionally good at what they do and have plenty of care and understanding for my mum who is nonverbal. My only negatives are that mum sometimes doesn’t get up until 11 am and has her breakfast
then and about an hour later will have her lunch. The only other downfall is they do not have enough activities at present, but there is a new manager who hopefully will bring this in place. Very impressed with the communications by the new manager to us as a family to keep us updated at all times.

Reply from Louise Livesey, Group Support Manager at Derwent Residential Care Home

Thank you for taking the time to review your experience of our Derwent Care Home. We really appreciate your kind words and observations and will ensure that they are passed on to our team in the home. We actively encourage feedback and always endeavour to act upon any suggestions that are made to ensure we continue to offer the best care and support for our residents and their families.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother has been in the Derwent Resident Care Home for over 2 years she is well cared for, and the home is clean and the staff are always friendly. The Derwent has a new manager who sends us emails and we are kept informed of changes and seems very friendly and approachable. Hoping an activities person
will be employed for some stimulation. There was a lovely lady there last year but she left.

Reply from Louise Livesey, Group Support Manager at Derwent Residential Care Home

Thank you for taking the time to review your experience of our Derwent Care Home. We really appreciate your kind words and observations and will ensure that they are passed on to our team in the home. We actively encourage feedback and always endeavour to act upon any suggestions that are made to ensure we continue to offer the best care and support for our residents and their families.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Mum always appears to be happy, clean and well looked after.
Communication between the care home and family is really good.
The care home always looks clean and tidy and staff are all friendly and helpful.

Reply from Louise Livesey, Group Support Manager at Derwent Residential Care Home

Thank you for taking the time to review your experience of our Derwent Care Home. We really appreciate your kind words and observations and will ensure that they are passed on to our team in the home. We actively encourage feedback and always endeavour to act upon any suggestions that are made to ensure we continue to offer the best care and support for our residents and their families.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Ever since I have been a resident my care has been second to none. The management and staff are so caring and nothing is ever too much trouble and always ready to listen to you if you need them. I would thoroughly recommend this home to anyone without question.

Reply from Louise Livesey, Group Support Manager at Derwent Residential Care Home

Thank you for taking the time to review your experience of our Derwent Care Home. We really appreciate your kind words and observations and will ensure that they are passed on to our team at the home. We actively encourage feedback and always endeavour to act upon any suggestions that are made to ensure we continue to offer the best care and support for our residents and their families.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

From the first time of seeing the home we were put at ease, the home is lovely and clean, no smells and the staff are lovely. Very spacious and well set out. The kitchen is lovely and clean and the meals smell lovely. We saw two homes before Derwent and they were disgusting. I can actually sleep at
night knowing they are in good hands.

Reply from Louise Livesey, Group Support Manager at Derwent Residential Care Home

Thank you for taking the time to review your experience of our Derwent Care Home. We really appreciate your kind words and observations and will ensure that they are passed on to our team at the home. We actively encourage feedback and always endeavour to act upon any suggestions that are made to ensure we continue to offer the best care and support for our residents and their families.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Lovely caring staff, very clean. My friend has settled in and is very happy. The rooms are big and decorated very nicely. The staff are excellent, nothing is too much trouble. My friend is very well cared for at Derwent.

Reply from Louise Livesey, Group Support Manager at Derwent Residential Care Home

Thank you for taking the time to review your experience of our Derwent Care Home. We really appreciate your kind words and observations and will ensure that they are passed on to our team at the home. We actively encourage feedback and always endeavour to act upon any suggestions that are made to ensure we continue to offer the best care and support for our residents and their families.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

All staff have been professional, friendly, helpful and patient. The home is clean, well run and comfortable. My sister has settled in well and is very happy at Derwent.

Reply from Louise Livesey, Group Support Manager at Derwent Residential Care Home

Thank you for taking the time to review your experience of our Derwent Care Home. We really appreciate your kind words and observations and will ensure that they are passed on to our team in the home. We actively encourage feedback and always endeavour to act upon any suggestions that are made to ensure we continue to offer the best care and support for our residents and their families.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Staff are always helpful and friendly, always keeping me informed of any health developments and treatment. I very much appreciate all their help and care.

Reply from Louise Livesey, Group Support Manager at Derwent Residential Care Home

Thank you for taking the time to review your experience of our Derwent Care Home. We really appreciate your kind words and observations and will ensure that they are passed on to our team in the home. We actively encourage feedback and always endeavour to act upon any suggestions that are made to ensure we continue to offer the best care and support for our residents and their families.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The staff made my father feel this was a home from home, they even bought him a lawn mower to help him continue his regular routines. Great awareness of needs that were addressed immediately.

Reply from Louise Livesey, Group Support Manager at Derwent Residential Care Home

Thank you for taking the time to review your experience of our Derwent Care Home. We really appreciate your kind words and observations and will ensure that they are passed on to our team in the home. We actively encourage feedback and always endeavour to act upon any suggestions that are made to ensure we continue to offer the best care and support for our residents and their families.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 3.0 out of 5

Am grateful for all that the carers do - I know they are stretched and poorly paid. Some carers are more attentive and pleasant than others. Little things mean a lot - like the carer who buys cat treats for Mum and Dad to feed the home cat. Similarly - abruptness and impatience have an impact too. Some
carers are very brisk and short - not allowing residents to be heard and dismissing them. Floors and tables are often dirty and sticky. Washing clothes - never seem to get own clothes returned! Poor stimulation and activities provided?

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

I have always found this care home to be clean and have a comfortable atmosphere. The staff are very good with the residents and the food is excellent (special arrangements for my friend who is vegetarian).

Reply from Louise Livesey, Group Support Manager at Derwent Residential Care Home

Thank you for taking the time to review your experience of our Derwent Care Home. We really appreciate your kind words and observations and will ensure that they are passed on to our team in the home. We actively encourage feedback and always endeavour to act upon any suggestions that are made to ensure we continue to offer the best care and support for our residents and their families.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

My experience of Derwent is very good. The staff are very caring and excellent in their care of my mum. They are always friendly and courteous when I or other members of the family visit Mum. The staff are always very helpful when I have any questions about Mum's dementia.

Reply from Louise Livesey, Group Support Manager at Derwent Residential Care Home

Thank you for taking the time to review your experience of our Derwent Care Home. We really appreciate your kind words and observations and will ensure that they are passed on to our team at the home. We actively encourage feedback and always endeavour to act upon any suggestions that are made to ensure we continue to offer the best care and support for our residents and their families.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

It is a relief to know my husband is so well looked after.

Reply from Louise Livesey, Group Support Manager at Derwent Residential Care Home

Thank you for taking the time to review your experience of our Derwent Care Home. We really appreciate your kind words and observations and will ensure that they are passed on to our team at the home. We actively encourage feedback and always endeavour to act upon any suggestions that are made to ensure we continue to offer the best care and support for our residents and their families.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Friendly, warm and caring staff. They spend time getting to know each person that is in their care. Nothing is too much trouble. Willing to listen to any worries from family that visit, easy to talk to and they understand. My mum is treated with respect, as all residents are. They have fun and keep
busy. My mum's room is always clean as is my mum and she is fed well. Lots of activities.

Reply from Louise Livesey, Group Support Manager at Derwent Residential Care Home

Thank you for taking the time to review your experience of our Derwent Care Home. We really appreciate your kind words and observations and will ensure that they are passed on to our team in the home. We actively encourage feedback and always endeavour to act upon any suggestions that are made to ensure we continue to offer the best care and support for our residents and their families.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mum came to stay for nine days respite. She was very happy here, in fact, for the first time she has asked to go back when we go on holiday. This is a major breakthrough for us. The staff are very good and friendly. The activities lady became her friend and we had positive feedback from her. We are
hoping Mum will be able to stay again in a few weeks' time.

Reply from Sian Kennell, Office Manager / PA to Directors at Derwent Residential Care Home

Thank you for taking the time to review your experience with our Derwent Care Home. We really appreciate your kind words and observations and will ensure that they are passed on to our team at the home. We are very happy to hear that your mum is looking forward to staying with us again soon.
We actively encourage feedback and always endeavour to act upon any suggestions that are made to ensure we continue to offer the best care and support for our residents and their families.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

My experience with the Derwent has been extremely good. Good staff, food, and general care. I've known other residents prior to my sister-in-law, hence this was our first choice of care near our home, and the care continues to this day.

Reply from Sian Kennell, Office Manager / PA to Directors at Derwent Residential Care Home

Thank you for taking the time to review your experience of our Derwent Care Home. We really appreciate your kind words and observations and will ensure that they are passed on to our team in the home. We actively encourage feedback and always endeavour to act upon any suggestions that are made to ensure we continue to offer the best care and support for our residents and their families.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mum appears well kept, when asked she said the staff are very good to her and they are good fun and take care she is looked after. She said the food is good but misses cooking her own food. On appearance she is clean, skin looks healthy and feels soft. Feet look well taken care of and she enjoys
her fingernails being painted. Hair neat and tidy. No complaints from her. Staff been outstanding.

Reply from Sian Kennell, Office Manager / PA to Directors at Derwent Residential Care Home

Thank you for taking the time to review your experience of our Derwent Care Home. We really appreciate your kind words and observations in regards to your Mum's care and will ensure that they are passed on to our team in the home. We actively encourage feedback and always endeavour to act upon any suggestions that are made to ensure we continue to offer the best care and support for our residents and their families.


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Current Review Score: 9.6 (9.585)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.6 (9.585) out of 10 for Derwent Residential Care Home is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.7 out of 5 from 9 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.9 out of 5 from 9 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Care Home is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  • a) 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months.

    The Average Rating of 4.685 for Derwent Residential Care Home is calculated as follows: ( (83 Excellents x 5) + (18 Goods x 4) + (5 Satisfactorys x 3) + (2 Poors x 2) ) ÷ 108 Ratings = 4.685

  • b) 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5').

    The 4.9 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Derwent Residential Care Home is based on 9 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    • i) 4 points are available for the first 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 3.9

    • ii) 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the registered maximum number of service users in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Care Home registered for a maximum of 50 service users has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 34 registered maximum number of service users is 6.8, which has been reached with 9 Positive reviews. Points = 1

  • When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.

  • If a Care Home does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

Performance

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

Date: 6 May 2021

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Good

  • Caring

    Good
  • Effective

    Good
  • Responsive

    Good
  • Safe

    Good
  • Well-led

    Good

Care Quality Commission is responsible for the registration and inspection of social care services in England.

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Meet the Team (1)

Ali

Ali Sepehri

Job Title: Home Manager

Joined: 2024

Hello, my name is Ali and I am the Home Manager at Derwent Care Home. I thoroughly enjoy the daily challenges that come with my role and take pride in recruiting a strong team that delivers high-quality care to our residents. It brings me great satisfaction to add value to our care services and enhance the lives of our elderly residents, enabling them to lead fulfilling lives.


I am passionate about providing the same level of care to our residents as I would expect for my own parents. With over 10 years of experience in independent care companies, I have worked with adults who have acquired dementia, challenging behaviour and nursing. I hold qualifications as an Assistant
Practitioner, Dementia Championship, Leadership, and Management.


Making a positive difference in people's lives is my biggest achievement throughout my career. I am committed to continuous development to ensure that the individuals I care for receive the best possible care and life enrichment in their later years.


Frequently Asked Questions about Derwent Residential Care Home

What types of Care is Derwent Residential Care Home registered for?

Older Person Care, Dementia & Respite Care are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.

What additional types of Care does Derwent Residential Care Home provide?

Palliative Care, Convalescent Care, Own GP if required & End of Life Care are other types of care provided.

How many Rooms does Derwent Residential Care Home have?

There are 32 Single Rooms and 1 Couple/Companion Room.

What are the Facilities & Services at Derwent Residential Care Home?

Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Stairlift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Residents Kitchenette, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room & Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.

How far is Derwent Residential Care Home to the centre of St Leonards-on-Sea?

0.8 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.