• Care Home
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Archived: Downside

The Avenue, Kingston, Lewes, East Sussex, BN7 3LW (01273) 471604

Provided and run by:
Mrs Maria Bermingham

All Inspections

17 October 2011

During a routine inspection

On the day we visited two people were living at Downside. We spoke with one person who lived there and the relatives of both people. One person told us that they liked living at Downside and that they are treated like one of the family. They said that nothing was too much for the staff and that they enjoyed their meals. They told us that they had been able to bring their own furniture.

Both of the relatives we spoke to spoke highly of the registered manager and staff. They told us that Downside was a family run home and that their relatives were treated as one of the family. They were very happy with the care their relatives received and that they are kept informed of any changes to their condition. People were clearly supported to live the lifestyle of their choice and to be as independent as possible.

A comment in Downside's visitor's comments book stated 'My relative's quality of life has improved so much compared with when they lived on their own. The registered manager and her team have created a lovely warm homely feeling for all their residents. Long may it continue!'