Parris Lawn

39 Harvard Road, Ringmer, Lewes BN8 5HH
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9.9 76 Reviews
  • Parris Lawn, Lewes
Parris Lawn is located in Ringmer, a pretty village just a few miles from the bustling town of Lewes in East Sussex. With a warm family atmosphere, highly trained staff are available to get to know residents individually offering the highest standards of residential, nursing and dementia care on a permanent and short stay basis. They’re only half an hour from the seaside towns of Brighton and Eastbourne, and they enjoy some beautiful views over the South Downs.

Parris Lawn is all about enjoying personalised care in luxurious surroundings. Living here is whatever your loved one wants it to be. They can fill their day with enjoyable activities, fine food and great company. Or if a quieter pace of life is more fitting, they can relax in the privacy of their individually-styled en-suite bedroom, or enjoy the view from the lovely gardens.

Meal times are a chance to get together with friends over a delicious home-cooked meal. The chef learns about your loved one’s unique nutritional needs and preferences and makes sure these are incorporated into the regularly-updated menus. They serve up three tempting meals each day and there’s always a wide choice of dishes, including lighter option, and modified dishes for residents who need a soft, fortified or diabetic diet.

Staff always make sure that people who are being nursed in bed, or who simply prefer one-to-one activities, get the quality time that they deserve, whether it’s reading or doing the day’s crossword.

Parris Lawn is part of Caring Homes, an established, family-run care company. Every team member receives their unique ‘Living in My World’ dementia training which is accredited by City and Guilds. It highlights the importance of meaningful activities and a stimulating environment for people living with dementia, as well as addressing clinical aspects of care.

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Care Provided by Parris Lawn

  • Primary Care Categories
  • Dementia
  • Older Person Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Respite Care
  • Sensory Impairment
  • Care Types Provided
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 62 Service Users
  • Privately Owned
  • Other Care Provided
  • Convalescent Care
  • Day Care
  • Palliative Care

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Costin Matei (Home Manager)
  • Admission Criteria
    • Ages 65+
  • Room Information
    • Single Rooms (62)
    • Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (62)
  • Care Home Design/Build
    • Purpose Built: Yes

Funding & Fees Guide for Parris Lawn

  • 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 £1,663
    • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care from £1,690
    • Self-Funded Nursing Care from £1,750
    • Self-Funded Nursing Dementia Care from £1,809
    • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Care from £1,863
    • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care from £1,890
    • RESPITE Self-Funded Nursing Care from £1,950
    • RESPITE Self-Funded Nursing Dementia Care from £2,009
  • (these prices are only a guideline, please contact Parris Lawn to find out the exact price for your requirements)

Facilities

  • Bar/Café
  • Gardens
  • Residents Kitchenette
  • Visiting

  • The home have an open visiting policy that helps residents and loved ones share visits at the times that are most convenient for them.


Parris Lawn Reviews (76)

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Parris Lawn has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.936) out of 10, based on 34 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Parris Lawn has 76 reviews.

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Review from M W (Daughter of Resident) published on 28 February 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

The facilities are excellent. When there have been concerns they have been addressed. Staff are empathic and caring. The food provided is very good and a full range of activities are available for those residents that can participate.

Reply from Jackie Cox, Home Manager at Parris Lawn

Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review and for your kind words and recognition of the team at Parris Lawn. The care and services we deliver as a team to our residents and families are extremely important to us. Your feedback will be shared with the team.


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Review from Adam J (Son of Resident) published on 20 December 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mum moved into Parris Lawn in August 2022, after her Alzheimer's had got to the point where it was too much of a struggle for her to live independently anymore.
I am so glad she did! It was always a worry when she was living independently whether something bad would happen, but now I have the peace
of mind of knowing she has 24-hour care. She seems to be settling in very well, and the staff all seem lovely. I feel she is in very safe hands. It's not easy looking after confused people with dementia, but the staff are clearly well-trained for it.
There is quite a fun-looking activities schedule. Sadly my mum's memory is so poor she can't ever tell me what activities she's been taking part in, but reports from friends who have been to visit and found her in the middle of them suggest that she's been enjoying them.

Reply from Home Manager, Home Manager at Parris Lawn

Thank you Adam for taking the time to leave us a review and we are pleased to hear your mum is settling into Parris Lawn. We appreciate your positive comments about our home and the team, all feedback will be passed on to the team.


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Review from C D (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 17 November 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My Grandmother has recently moved into Parris Lawn. The process of finding the right care home was incredibly stressful having been to see so many. Some were just awful and some ok, but on walking into Parris Lawn for viewing we knew that it was the right one. Everything from the cleanliness to the
staff, to the meals, the activities (the list could go on) is fantastic. I especially like the fact that they have a private dining room which may be used by the whole family to visit their loved one and have a special meal. The manager and the customer relations advisor have made nan feel at home from day one. If I could make one (constructive) criticism, it would be that they made visiting times a little easier, I know some family members would struggle to visit as much as they would wish to when working full time so an evening would be lovely. However, I totally appreciate that it's tricky to accommodate everybody and when I did request to collect and take out nan after hours it was not a problem to the team at all.

Reply from Home Manager, Home Manager at Parris Lawn

Thank you for taking the time to leave us such a fantastic review! We're happy to hear that your nan is receiving such great care at Parris Lawn and that the team provide such great activities and meals. I will pass on your kind comments to the whole team.


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Review from J C (Resident) published on 11 October 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I came for respite after a hip replacement and wanted to be cared for until I was confident that I would be safe and able to live alone at home again. All my hopes were met by staff at all levels and in all roles, who were caring, careful, gentle, considerate, sensitive and kind. My only (slight) criticisms
are that not all knew how to make a good cup of tea and that food was occasionally below the standard I expected.

Reply from Home Manager, Home Manager at Parris Lawn

We would like to thank you for your words of kindness related to the care you received with us after your hip replacement, they are very much appreciated. With regards to the food and tea, this will be fed back to our hospitality team and chef. All comments will be passed on to the team and thank you again for the review.


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Review from T K (Resident) assisted by family/friend published on 6 September 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Everybody was caring, the food was good, and there were activities every day. I felt settled straight away. There is nothing that I can say that wasn't good. The staff were helpful in everything, nothing was too much trouble for them.

Reply from Home Manager, Home manager at Parris Lawn

Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review and for your lovely comments about your stay with us. We are pleased to hear you enjoyed the food and activities. Your comments will be passed on to the team.


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Review from E M (Daughter of Resident) published on 2 September 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Mum being cared for by the staff at Parris Lawn meant that we were able to go away and enjoy our holiday without any worries and have a real break. Mum text me whilst I was away to say how much she was enjoying her stay and said that nothing was too much trouble for anyone and everyone was very kind.
Mum especially enjoyed the social activities, animal therapy, trip to the beach, theatre group and parties. Mum enjoyed the food, and the environment lifted her appetite which was pleasing to see. Mum's medication was safely managed, and the manager provided insightful information on settling mum back at home following her respite and managing her care going forward.

Reply from Home Manager, Home Manager at Parris Lawn

Thank you for taking the time to leave us such a fantastic review! We're happy to hear that your mum enjoyed her time at Parris Lawn and both the activities and food we offered were to her liking. I will pass on your kind comments to the whole team.


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Review from G M (Son of Resident) published on 20 June 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Great welcome when visiting, from reception onwards. Mum and her room are always clean, we are always notified of any issues with mum and kept updated. All good, thank you.

Reply from Home Manager, Home Manager at Parris Lawn

We would like to thank you for your words of kindness which are very much appreciated. We are so pleased that your mum is enjoying being part of the Parris Lawn family and our communication is keeping you up-to-date. All comments will be passed on to the team and thank you again for the review.


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Review from S E (Daughter of Resident) published on 20 June 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our mum has been at Parris Lawn since 2020. In the past two years, we have found this rare home to provide the best all round care for our mum. The staff always go above and beyond and we feel safe in the knowledge she is well cared for and safe. 10/10 to all concerned at the home. You are all amazing,
thank you.

Reply from Home Manager, Home Manager at Parris Lawn

Thank you for leaving us such a fantastic review! We're happy to hear that your mum is receiving such great care at Parris Lawn and the team will be thrilled to hear your kind comments.


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Review from L G (Daughter of Resident) published on 18 May 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother was very reluctant to move into a care home but on arrival at Parris Lawn she flourished. She loved her time at the home and the staff could no be more friendly and accommodating. We wish mum had moved into the home sooner to make more great memories. My mum was cared for to an exceptional
standard, even when on the end of life care. We cannot thank the home enough for what they did for mum.

Reply from Home Manager, Home Manager at Parris Lawn

Thank you for your review and positive comments regarding our home and staff who work hard to deliver high standards of quality care at all times. Your feedback will be passed on to the team.


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Review from Paul T (Son of Resident) published on 4 February 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I am extremely impressed at the quality of care provided at Parris Lawn. All of the staff are extremely kind, caring and professional. The home is beautifully kept and all areas are very clean and homely. I am constantly passing on my praise to anyone who asks about the home Mum's in.

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Review from Geoffrey N (Husband of Resident) published on 1 February 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Everything fine - food, clean, care, staff.
I would like to see her moved from bed to chair some days.

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Review from Peter L (Son of Resident) published on 5 October 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The Parris Lawn care home always looks very clean, tidy and the staff are always friendly and helpful. My mum seems happy here.

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Review from T H (Son-in-law of Resident) published on 29 September 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The home is local to the resident's former address.
The reception for visitors during Covid is welcoming and professional.
The bedrooms and communal area are clean, fresh and well maintained.

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Review from D R (Daughter of Resident) published on 24 September 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Good care, nice clean establishment and finishings. Staff very nice and take good care of residents.

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Review from J V (Wife of Resident) published on 24 September 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I am very pleased with the high standard of care and the kindness of the staff. The home is clean and today and the food is good. Any concerns are steadily resolved.

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Review from Mary W (Daughter of Resident) published on 24 September 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

On the whole I consider that my mum is well looked after.

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Review from B P (Friend of Resident) published on 24 September 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

When my friend entered Parris Lawn from hospital and from home she couldn't eat or drink unaided, had difficulty in communicating, could not move arms or legs or sit unaided. Since then her understanding and communicating has improved. she has more movement in her limbs and she is much more alert. She
has made progress since she has become a resident.

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Review from Brenda K (Daughter of Resident) published on 20 September 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Staff are always friendly and welcoming. Room is pleasant and Mum seems well cared for. She doesn't participate in many activities by choice but there seems to be plenty to do if she wants it.

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Review from Fernando F (Son of Resident) published on 19 August 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

This is a great care home, that is modern and neat, but most important are the staff, who are caring, accommodating and extremely nice. I really appreciate everything they do to keep my father happy. They go above and beyond.

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Review from Peter R (Son of Resident) published on 19 August 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

The staff have been thoughtful and helpful throughout these difficult times. I enjoy coming to visit Mum and take her for a walk when I can. Although I have not been able to witness events in person for the last 18 months, it is clear from talking to Mum that she is engaging in and enjoying group activities.
Most importantly, Mum seems happy at Parris Lawn.

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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.936)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.936) out of 10 for Parris Lawn is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 34 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 34 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 4.936 for Parris Lawn is calculated as follows: ( (369 Excellents x 5) + (23 Goods x 4) + (1 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 393 Ratings = 4.936

  • 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 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Parris Lawn is based on 34 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 + 0.1 = 4

    • 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 62 registered maximum number of service users is 12.4, which has been reached with 34 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: 30 Nov 2019

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  • Caring

    Good

  • Effective

    Good

  • Responsive

    Good

  • Safe

    Good

  • Well-led

    Requires improvement

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

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Meet the Team (4)

Costin

Costin Matei

Job Title: Home Manager

As Parris Lawn’s Home Manager, I believe care is about providing holistic, person-centred support that respects the dignity and individuality of each person. It involves addressing physical health needs and promoting emotional, social, and mental well-being. Quality care is compassionate, respectful, and tailored to each individual's specific preferences and needs.


My career in nursing began over ten years ago in Romania, where I worked in various healthcare settings.


The rigorous curriculum and hands-on clinical experience provided a solid foundation for my nursing career. After relocating to the UK in 2015, I joined a great team of nurses and senior nurses and developed my skills further before starting as the Deputy Manager for Parris Lawn.


Throughout my career, I have been committed to continuous professional development, ensuring I stay current with best practices and innovations in healthcare.


With a significant portion of that time dedicated to elderly care, it’s provided me with the experience of being able to understand our residents' unique needs and challenges.


Choosing to work with Caring Homes was an easy decision, and it was because of its strong commitment to delivering exceptional care and its reputation for fostering a supportive and positive work environment. The company’s values align with my dedication to providing compassionate, high-quality care and I was particularly impressed by their focus on continuous improvement and innovation in care practices.


My drive to succeed is fueled by a deep passion for making a positive difference in the lives of our residents. Knowing that the care we provide directly impacts their quality of life motivates me to strive for excellence. Additionally, the support and development of my team are crucial; seeing them grow and succeed brings me great satisfaction.


In my spare time, I enjoy spending quality moments with my family, which helps me stay grounded. I am also passionate about reading, particularly books on leadership and healthcare, as they provide valuable insights and inspiration for my professional life. Additionally, I like to stay active through sports and outdoor activities, which are great for maintaining physical health and well-being.


Jesse

Jesse Holden

Job Title: Customer Relationship Manager

Joined: 2021

Jesse plays a crucial role at Parris Lawn Care Home, guiding prospective residents and their families through the care options available. With a deep understanding of the importance of sensitivity and empathy during initial enquiries, Jesse is dedicated to answering all questions and arranging home visits to provide a comprehensive view of the services.


Sharon

Sharon Goble

Job Title: Head Housekeeper

As Head Housekeeper, Sharon ensures Parris Lawn is always safe, welcoming and comfortable. Her dedication to maintaining cleanliness and order guarantees a pleasant living environment for all residents. Sharon's attention to detail and commitment to high standards make her an invaluable part of our team.


John

John Hudson

Job Title: Site Maintenance Officer

Joined: 2023

As SMO, John oversees the maintenance of Parris Lawn Care Home, ensuring everything runs smoothly. He also adds personal touches to residents' rooms, like hanging their favourite pictures, to create a homely atmosphere. John's attention to detail and care make the home inviting and well-maintained.