Welcome to Walstead Place Care Home

Haywards Heath, West Sussex

Home from home in the heart of Sussex

Walstead Place Care Home in Haywards Heath is a magnificent 19th century country squire’s residence, sensitively converted to provide the highest standard of residential care for up to 43 elderly residents. The home itself is located in the quietly beautiful hamlet of Walstead, just a mile from Lindfield.

New residents benefit from a personalised wellbeing plan during their initial 14 days. If you’re a little unsure of what type of care is needed, we’re happy to help with the details.

We're open for admissions, managing visits and routinely testing everyone. Request a virtual tour today

Key Information

We make sure each resident experiences care that's as unique as they are. Which is why we offer a range of care types and duration.

Care Types
- Residential Care
- Palliative Care
Duration
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
- Day Care
- Convalescence Care
Room Availability

Limited
Price from
£1400
per week
Ratings
CQC Inspection
Carehome.co.uk Reviews
Customer Satisfaction Score

Freephone 0808 223 5543

Things you need to know

Walstead Place Indicative Pricing

Find out how we charge for the different services we provide and our indicative pricing in a clear, accurate and accessible format. Call us to ask us about our latest promotional offers.

Sample Home Contract

Download a sample contract before you visit so you can ask us any questions in relation to your specific circumstances.

Our Funding Care Guide

We’ve created a helpful guide which explains how the funding process works and answers some of the most frequently asked questions.

Care Home Checklist

Ahead of your first visit, you can download our checklist of questions to discuss including most frequently asked COVID-19 related questions.

The types of care we provide

Convalescence Care

Support to get people feeling their best before returning home after time in hospital, an operation or a period of illness.

Permanent Care

From the day our residents move in, we do everything to help them settle in as well as offering support for the whole family.

Residential Care

Helping residents to maintain their independence with assistance such as bathing, toileting, dressing and eating as well as helping them to get around.

Palliative Care

Working closely with GPs and other health specialists, we make sure individuals are as comfortable as possible. We understand and respect their wishes and provide support for families too.

Day Care

Day care offers a friendly, refreshing option for people still living at home, but who might need some extra help, or just want a change of scenery during the day.

Respite Care

Respite stays can be tailored to each person’s individual care needs which can be from a few days or for as long as is needed.

Daily life

Keeping things personal

At Walstead Place

The wonderful surroundings at Walstead Place Care Home are matched by the standard of care our team brings residents. We love learning as much as we can about the people we care for, so your loved one’s time is tailored to their individual needs, interests and preferences. This can be as small as knowing when they like to wake up, to how they like their tea, and everything in between.

We give as much independence as possible, letting individuals choose how to run the home and if they prefer dinner in front of the TV, or even dusting their own room, we’ll make it happen. Just as putting their own stamp on their bedroom, we’ll help them to personalise it with the things they love.

Every need catered for

Mealtimes are an important part of daily life at Walstead Place Care Home. We know eating well and the social experience of dining are key to health and wellbeing. Our chefs select a different menu each day, creating lots of home-cooked dishes with fresh ingredients to choose from. Using their in-depth knowledge of nutrition, they cater for any special diets and needs.

A real occasion

The dining rooms at Walstead Place Care Home are laid out in a restaurant style, with tablecloths, folded napkins, crockery and glassware. If preferred, meals can also be served in an individual’s room.

A chance to relax

We make sure mealtimes are a relaxed, enjoyable experience. Team members sit with residents to have a chat and support those who need a little extra encouragement or help.

In good company

Visitors are welcome to join us for a morning coffee or stay for a meal. On special occasions, we can also arrange intimate get-togethers and parties for families and friends.

A real occasion

A chance to relax

We make sure mealtimes are a relaxed, enjoyable experience. Team members sit with residents to have a chat and support those who need a little extra encouragement or help.

In good company

Visitors are welcome to join us for a morning coffee or stay for a meal. On special occasions, we can also arrange intimate get-togethers and parties for families and friends.

Keep doing what you love

At Walstead Place Care Home, there’s something to tickle everyone’s fancy – from the the hair salon to our schedule of events and activities, and picnics in the lawned gardens. And if residents prefer to spend one-on-one time with a member of the team, they can read the paper, pop to the shops or have a pint in the local pub. We have strong connections with the Haywards Heath community, many of our residents invite them to join in our activities or even run their own here.

Keeping busy

There are group activities to enjoy seven days a week, including crafts, quizzes, films and live entertainment. We also love one-to-one time with reminiscence and pamper sessions.

Out and about

Friends and family are welcome to visit whenever they like, and where better for a catch up than the conservatory? If residents fancy a day trip, we’ll often pop out for tea and cake too.

House proud

We encourage residents to get involved with activities around the house. Simple things like gardening, hosting afternoon tea or laying the table for dinner can spark up friendships and help residents settle in.

Keeping busy

There are group activities to enjoy seven days a week, including crafts, quizzes, films and live entertainment. We also love one-to-one time with reminiscence and pamper sessions.

Out and about

Friends and family are welcome to visit whenever they like, and where better for a catch up than the conservatory? If residents fancy a day trip, we’ll often pop out for tea and cake too.

House proud

Meet the Manager

Jacqueline Ferguson

I have vast experience in the elderly care sector. As a registered nurse with over 25 years experience, mainly in elderly care, I have worked in nursing homes as a Registered Nurse and as Home Manager. I have also worked as Operations Area Manager for a large healthcare company. I came back to the role of Home Manager as I missed working in a care home.

I enjoy the daily contact I have with residents, their families and my Care Team. I also enjoy ensuring that the home is able to provide the appropriate care to all clients while maintaining their independence, privacy and the right to choose.

I achieved my Registered Managers Award in 2001 and I’m passionate about person centred care; I believe in considering a resident’s life history when planning their care. As a manager I am passionate about dementia care and have completed a leadership course on this subject.

Testimonials

Families we’re helping

The staff were very friendly and informative. She was treated with respect and compassion. She was very well fed and accommodated. Great perseverance was shown at all times. I was impressed with all the care.

C T - Cousin of resident, Walstead Place Care Home

Mum needed some respite care but was very wary of going into a care home. What a fantastic place Walstead Place turned out to be. Brilliant staff and a wonderful, caring atmosphere. Mum really settled in well!

Alastair J - Son of resident, Walstead Place Care Home

This elegant house is set in lovely grounds. The house is beautifully clean and bright and airy. The staff could not have been more welcoming and friendly. They paid great attention to the needs of my husband.

Jane M - Wife of resident, Walstead Place Care Home

What customers say

Independent Reviews

Gallery

News

Thank you to our everyday heroes

20th July 2020

Tracey Fletcher-Ray

• Managing Director

Thank you to our everyday heroes

20th July 2020

We wholeheartedly appreciate everyone wanting to show their appreciation of our courageous colleagues and of the vital role they perform in caring for and protecting many of our nation’s most vulnerable members.

Tracey Fletcher-Ray

• Managing Director

Keeping our residents safe and well

1st July 2020

We look at life in our homes after launching our enhanced wellbeing programme and additional technology to keep residents engaged and connected.

Julie Mason

• Care Services and Operations Director

Having fun at Walstead Place

29th May 2020

Walstead Place team come up with fun and exciting ways to have fun and keep residents spirits up.

Thank you for your support

29th May 2020

Walstead Place team overwhelmed with support and acts of kindness during the pandemic.

Address
Scaynes Hill Road, Walstead
Haywards Heath, West Sussex
RH16 2QG
Phone Number
0808 223 5543
Local Area
- Haywards Heath Station
- Bus stop 5 min walk
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