Melrose Care Home, Worthing
CQC Inspection Breakdown
| Safe | Good |
| Effective | Good |
| Caring | Outstanding |
| Responsive | Outstanding |
| Well-led | Outstanding |
About Melrose Care Home
: Melrose Care Home is a 26 bedded home that provides nursing care and support to elderly frail people, specialising in end of life care and people with long term health conditions. At the time of inspection there were 25 people living at the home. It is also registered to provide personal care to older people in their own homes and at the time of inspection five people were being supported.
What residents and families say
One person said, “Your individuality is respected by all staff and care is delivered with dignity.
One relative told us, “Carers are always looking for ways to stimulate residents through activities.
People felt they genuinely mattered and felt important.
Source: CQC inspection report
Specialisms
About Melrose Care Home
Melrose Care Home is a care home with nursing located in Worthing, West Sussex, where the team works to create a caring community that feels like a true home. The home is operated by Melrose Care Limited and can accommodate up to 26 residents. Following their most recent inspection on 19/07/2019, the Care Quality Commission rated Melrose Care Home as Outstanding. Across the five inspection categories, the home scored Outstanding for Caring and Responsive and Well-led; Good for Safe, Effective. The home specialises in supporting people with caring for adults over 65 yrs. The service supports older people. Regulated activities at the home include accommodation for persons who require nursing or personal care and treatment of disease, disorder or injury. The BN11 postcode area has 56 registered care homes with a combined 1440 beds — so there are options to compare in the local area.
Finding the right care home is a deeply personal decision, and we hope this information helps you and your family feel more confident as you explore your options. Every person deserves care that respects their individuality, and the right home will feel welcoming from the moment you walk through the door.
Melrose Care Home is one of the care homes in West Sussex — a local authority with 340 CQC-registered homes, 263 of which are rated Good or Outstanding.
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Further Reading & Official Sources
- Official CQC inspection report for Melrose Care Home
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- NHS care home finder near BN11 4JG
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What to Expect When Visiting
When visiting a nursing care home, it helps to see the clinical environment in action alongside the day-to-day living spaces. A good visit should leave you feeling reassured about both the medical and emotional care on offer.
- Try to visit at different times of day, including mealtimes, to see the home in action.
- Speak with staff and, if possible, current residents or their families about their experience.
- Ask about the nurse-to-resident ratio, especially during nights and weekends.
- Check whether the home can manage any specific medical conditions or equipment needs.
Questions to Ask When Visiting
It can be hard to know what to ask during a care home visit. Here are some questions tailored to Melrose Care Home's type of care that may help guide your conversation:
- 1 What medical conditions do your nurses have experience managing?
- 2 How quickly can a nurse attend to a resident in an emergency?
- 3 Are there regular GP visits, or do residents need to travel for appointments?
- 4 What is your approach to pain management and end-of-life care?
For a more complete checklist, see our guide to choosing a care home.
Official CQC Inspection Report
The Care Quality Commission last inspected Melrose Care Home on 19/07/2019 and rated it Outstanding. The full report includes detailed findings on safety, staffing, and quality of care.
Read the full CQC reportWhat families typically look for
- - Whether nurses are on-site 24 hours and their qualifications
- - How the home manages medication and medical emergencies
- - Staff-to-resident ratios, especially overnight
These reflect common priorities we see from families researching care homes. For personalised advice, we recommend visiting in person and speaking to current families.
Frequently Asked Questions
What medical conditions do your nurses have experience managing?
Melrose Care Home has nursing staff experienced in supporting people with caring for adults over 65 yrs. In the most recent CQC inspection on 19/07/2019, the home was rated Good for Safe care — a category that covers clinical training, medication management, and infection control. Ask the nursing team directly about any specific medical conditions during your visit.
How quickly can a nurse attend to a resident in an emergency?
CQC inspectors rated Melrose Care Home as Good for Safe care on 19/07/2019. The Safe domain covers emergency protocols, staffing ratios, and risk management. Ask the home about nurse-to-resident ratios specifically during night and weekend shifts, when response times are most critical.
Are there regular GP visits, or do residents need to travel for appointments?
Residents at Melrose Care Home typically remain registered with a local GP who can visit the home for routine and urgent appointments. As a nursing care home, on-site nurses handle day-to-day clinical care. Ask the home which GP surgery they work with and how specialist referrals are managed.
What is your approach to pain management and end-of-life care?
CQC inspectors rated Melrose Care Home as Outstanding for Caring on 19/07/2019. This domain specifically assesses how staff treat residents with compassion and dignity, including during palliative and end-of-life care. Ask the nursing team about their approach to pain management and whether they work with a local hospice or palliative care team.
What is the CQC rating for Melrose Care Home?
Melrose Care Home in Worthing is rated Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission. The most recent inspection was on 19/07/2019. The home has 26 beds.
How many beds does Melrose Care Home have?
Melrose Care Home has 26 beds and operates as a care home with nursing in Worthing.
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