Care homes in East Sussex
Not-for-profit care homes in St Leonards-on-Sea and Westfield, offering high-quality residential and respite care services across the county.
Greensleeves care in East Sussex
Residential and respite care in East Sussex, all run by a charity that reinvests fees back into care.
St-Leonards-on-Sea
Westfield
Our care homes in East Sussex
Each card gives just enough to understand the differences between the two care homes. Full facilities, daily life, reviews and local detail live on each home’s own page.
St-Leonards-on-Sea
Grosvenor House
14 Grosvenor Gardens, St Leonards-on-Sea TN38 0AE
A historic seaside hotel converted into a welcoming residential care home in St Leonards-on-Sea, with en-suite wetrooms and stunning sea views.
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What makes it distinctive
Westfield
Whitegates
Westfield Lane, Westfield, Hastings TN35 4SB
A charming residential care home offering high-quality care nestled in the peaceful countryside of Westfield, a charming village just north of Hastings.
ResidentialRespite
What makes it distinctive
What families say about our care in East Sussex
Where our East Sussex homes are
Both care homes are located in East Sussex, within about 15 minutes of one another. Therefore, visiting both locations is very practical and can be done in one day, before deciding.
Grosvenor HouseSt-Leonards-on-Sea
Set on Grosvenor Gardens, the care home enjoys a peaceful coastal position in St Leonards-on-Sea, with the seafront close by and local shops, cafés, pubs and restaurants within easy reach.
- Railway Station 5 Mins
- St Leonards Seafront 2 Mins
- Local Shops 5 mins
- Conquest Hospital 15 mins
WhitegatesWestfield
Whitegates sits on Westfield Lane in Westfield, Hastings, East Sussex, surrounded by countryside while remaining close to the local surrounding area.
- Westfield village, 0.5 miles
- Bus stop, 50 metres
- Hastings town centre, 3 miles
- Conquest Hospital, 1.3 miles
Areas our East Sussex homes serve
Hastings
St-Leonards-on-Sea
Westfield
Bexhill-on-Sea
Battle
Rye
Sedlescombe
Brede
Crowhurst
Guestling
Ninfield
Icklesham
Care available across East Sussex
Residential and respite care are available in both care homes.
Residential care
Support with everyday living — personal care, meals, medication and mobility — from a team that knows each resident’s routines and preferences, with help close by day and night.
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Respite and short stays
Short-term care after a hospital stay or illness, a break for a family carer, and the no-obligation six-week trial that comes with every permanent move-in.
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Suitability is always confirmed through discussion and assessment.
Why choose a Greensleeves home in East Sussex?
As one of the UK’s largest not-for-profit care charities, we have spent more than 25 years helping families make the move into care feel as smooth and positive as possible.
Home for Life assurance
Financial peace of mind — we support private residents to stay in our care homes if they run out of personal funds.
Fund care, not shareholders
Your fees go into high-quality care and support a decades-long charitable mission, not shareholder returns.
Top marks from residents
Winners of Top 20 Care Group awards in 2026, based on independent reviews and a 9.6 group review score.
A no-obligation trial
Experience life in one of our homes with a six-week trial stay before making a longer-term decision.
A Home for Life
Greensleeves Care’s Home for Life funding assurance means that if a resident’s personal funds are ever depleted, they will be supported to stay in the place they call home. This helps residents remain in their chosen care home, surrounded by the people and spaces they know, and gives families peace of mind.
Fees and funding in East Sussex
Fees vary by home, room and care needs, so they are not duplicated here. Each home keeps its own current figures, inclusions and funding terms.
Grosvenor House
St-Leonards-on-Sea
View current indicative fees, what is included in them, and the funding routes this home accepts.
Whitegates
Westfield
View current indicative fees, what is included in them, and the funding routes this home accepts.
Helpful guidance before you choose
Explore our helpful guides to better understand your care options, find answers to common questions and make informed decisions with confidence.
How to choose a care home
What to look for on a visit, the questions worth asking, and how to compare homes fairly.
Residential or nursing care?
A clear explanation of the difference between the two, and which one is likely to suit.
Get Care Wise
Get free and helpful resources that help you understand care early and plan ahead with confidence.
Frequently asked questions about care homes in East Sussex
Questions about choosing between the two homes, what each one offers, and what happens next. Questions about daily life in a particular home are answered on that home’s own page.
How many care homes does Greensleeves Care have in East Sussex?
We operate two care homes in East Sussex: Grosvenor House in St-Leonards-on-Sea, and Whitegates in Westfield.
What types of care do you offer in your East Sussex care homes?
Our care homes in East Sussex provide residential and short-term respite care services.
Do all of your East Sussex care homes offer the same care services?
Yes, all of our not-for-profit care homes in East Sussex provide residential and short-term respite care services.
How much does a care home cost in East Sussex?
The cost of staying in one of our East Sussex care homes varies and depends on the care type required and the room selected. Each individual also has a care needs assessment before moving in.
For up-to-date fee information, please contact your chosen East Sussex care home directly.
Can I visit more than one home before deciding?
Yes, and we would encourage it. Each home’s new residents team can show you around and answer your questions, so you can compare homes before deciding. Both care homes are situated within 15 minutes of one another, so it is very practical to visit both homes in the same day.
Where exactly are your East Sussex care homes?
Grosvenor House is at 14 Grosvenor Gardens, St Leonards-on-Sea TN38 0AE, on the seafront and close to the local shops, cafés, and restaurants. Whitegates is located in Westfield Lane, Westfield TN35 4SB, surrounded by the tranquil countryside but still close to the local surrounding area.
Both care homes in East Sussex and are within 15 minutes of one another.
Do your East Sussex homes offer respite or short-stay care?
Yes. Both care homes offer short-term respite care — after a hospital stay or illness, or to give a family carer a break. Every permanent move-in also comes with a no-obligation six-week trial, so a resident can experience the home before making a longer-term decision.
Exact availability changes, so it is worth confirming with the home directly.
Do you accept local authority or NHS funding in East Sussex?
We accommodate a range of funding routes, including self-funding, local authority support and NHS Continuing Healthcare. Places for state-funded residents are limited and depend on the home’s capacity and the fee offered by the authority, so this is always discussed case by case.
What is included in the weekly fee?
Fees are comprehensive and tailored to each resident. They cover personalised care around the clock, accommodation and furnishings, all meals and utilities, activities, laundry and housekeeping. As a charity with no shareholders, every penny goes back into care.
Each home’s Fees & funding page sets out its own current figures, what is included and any possible extras.
How do I arrange a visit?
Contact the home you would like to see, using the links at the foot of this page. Its new residents team will arrange a no-obligation visit at a time that suits you.
What is Greensleeves Care’s Home for Life funding assurance?
Our Home for Life funding assurance means that we will support private residents to stay in our care homes in the event they run out of personal funds, giving you and your family peace of mind and long-term reassurance.
A small number of conditions apply, including a financial assessment before moving in. Our Home for Life page sets them out in full.
Can we help you find great care in East Sussex?
Explore our homes in the area and contact our teams for an informative chat or to book your no-obligation visit.
Grosvenor House
St-Leonards-on-Sea
14 Grosvenor Gardens, St Leonards-on-Sea TN38 0AE