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Nursing homes in Brighton

11 of the 34 care homes in Brighton are registered with the CQC as nursing homes, of which 11 Good. A nursing home is a care home registered with the CQC to have registered nurses on site around the clock, for people whose health needs go beyond personal care.

We do not yet have enough published fees to give a typical figure for nursing homes in Brighton. The typical residential care home fee in Brighton and Hove is £1,050 a week, and nursing homes usually cost more than that, with the NHS contributing towards the nursing part. Every home that has told us its price shows it, dated, on its card.

A live-in carer at home, which many families weigh against nursing home care, typically costs £1,110 a week near Brighton and Hove and can look after a couple.

Compare with a live-in carer at home through PrimeCarers

The typical residential home in Brighton and Hove
£1,050a week

About £54,574 a year

For a couple, two places: £2,099 a week

PrimeCarersA live-in carer, at home
£1,344a week

A typical week of live-in care for higher needs, such as hoisting or someone in bed most of the day

The care home costs less for one person. At home, the carer you choose looks after only you.

A couple can share one carer, about £1,355 a week, £744 a week less than two places.

See live-in carers near Brighton and Hove
46 live-in carers on PrimeCarers within about an hour of Brighton and Hove

PrimeCarers runs this site. Carers on it are self-employed and set their own rates. Every carer has had an enhanced DBS check in the last 18 months, ID and right-to-work checks and an online interview. Their skills and training are for you to check with them.

Dementia careFees published2 filters, 1 home · clear
Arundel Park Lodge, Brighton

Arundel Park Lodge

Brighton, BN2 · 32 beds
CQC: Good
NursingDementiaWhytecliffe
Care home fees
£1,550 a week
No reviews yet
Or a live-in carer at home through PrimeCarers: typically £1,110 a week
PrimeCarersAnother option

Stay at home with a live-in carer near Brighton and Hove

A carer moves in, so there is no move, no shared lounge and your own routine. Each carer’s profile shows their rate, experience and reviews, and you choose who to talk to.

46 live-in carers on PrimeCarers within about an hour of Brighton and Hove
Live-in, a week
typically £1,110
A couple sharing one carer about £1,355
Care at home

46 live-in carers within about an hour of Brighton and Hove

These are self-employed carers on PrimeCarers, the introductory agency that runs this directory. Each has a profile with their own rates and reviews from families, and you choose who to talk to.

Most charge £1,020 to £1,280 a week. 37 can care for a couple. 10 years' experience on average.

“Lottie showed incredible patience and empathy, adapting her routine to fit in with Mum's moods. Most importantly, Lottie's cheerful manner helped Mum to get some enjoyment out of life.”
Claire W., about Charlotte H.
“He was infinitely patient with them and got on very well with us to the extent that we now regard him as a personal friend.”
Ivana P., about Nikolaos (Nick) K.
See live-in carers near Brighton and HoveProfiles, rates and reviews are free to look at.

Every carer has had an enhanced DBS check in the last 18 months, ID and right-to-work checks and an online interview. Their skills and training are for you to check with them. Carers set their own rates, and who is free changes week to week.

Typical fees in Brighton and Hove

Median weekly fee for each type of care, across the 86 homes in the area. The range covers the middle half.

Residential dementia care
£1,500
Usually £1,375 to £1,695 a week3 homes
Live-in carer at home, PrimeCarers
£1,110
Typical week, set by the carer. A couple sharing one carer about £1,355

Not enough nursing homes in Brighton have published fees yet, so all care types in the council area are shown.

Common questions

How much do nursing homes in Brighton cost?

Not enough nursing homes in Brighton have published fees for a typical figure yet. Residential care in Brighton and Hove is typically £1,050 a week and nursing homes cost more. Ask each home for a written quote.

How many nursing homes are there in Brighton?

11 of the 34 CQC-registered care homes in Brighton are nursing homes. The list is refreshed from the CQC register every month.

What is the difference between a nursing home and a care home in Brighton?

Both provide a room, meals and personal care. A nursing home also has registered nurses on site day and night, so it suits people with health needs such as complex medication, pressure care or conditions that need monitoring. Residential homes rely on visiting district nurses instead.

Will the council pay for nursing home care in Brighton?

If your savings and assets are below £23,250 the council will assess what you can afford and may pay part or all of the fee. Separately, the NHS pays a flat weekly amount for the nursing part of the fee to anyone assessed as needing nursing care, whatever their savings. Ask the adult social care team at Brighton and Hove council for a needs assessment.