Burlington Nursing Home
At a Glance
The information you need to decide whether this home warrants a closer look.
Nursing homes
Staff warmth score
of reviewers answered yes
Good to know
- Registered beds40
- SpecialismsCaring for adults over 65 yrs, Caring for adults under 65 yrs, Dementia
- Last inspected2021-08-25
The Evidence
What the review data, the inspection reports, and the dementia-care evidence base tell us about this home.
What families say
What strikes families most is how staff adapt to each person's changing needs. Whether a resident prefers quiet companionship or needs gentle encouragement with activities, the team finds ways to connect. They work closely with families and legal representatives, keeping everyone involved in care decisions and offering emotional support that extends beyond just the practical aspects of nursing.
The eight family priority themes
- Staff warmth72
- Compassion & dignity72
- Cleanliness72
- Activities & engagement65
- Food quality65
- Healthcare70
- Management & leadership72
- Resident happiness70
What inspectors found
Inspected 2021-08-25
Is this home safe?
Is the care effective?
The Effective domain was rated Good at the May 2025 inspection. This covers whether staff have the right training, whether care plans reflect your parent's individual needs, and whether the home manages nutrition, hydration, and healthcare access well. The home lists dementia as a specialism, which implies some level of dementia-specific training and care planning. No detail about what that training covers, how care plans are written or reviewed, or how GP and specialist access is arranged is included in the published summary.Is this home caring?
The Caring domain was rated Good at the May 2025 inspection. This is the domain that most directly reflects whether staff treat your parent with warmth, respect, and genuine attention. A Good rating here indicates inspectors were satisfied that dignity and privacy were upheld and that staff interactions were positive. However, the published report includes no direct observations of staff behaviour, no quotes from residents or relatives, and no descriptions of specific caring moments.Is the home responsive?
The Responsive domain was rated Good at the May 2025 inspection. This domain covers whether your parent would have a life here: meaningful activities, individual engagement, and care that responds to changing needs including end of life. The home lists dementia as a specialism, which suggests some tailoring of activities and routines. No specific activities are described, no information about one-to-one engagement is provided, and no reference to end-of-life planning is made in the published text.Is the home well-led?
The Well-led domain was rated Good at the May 2025 inspection. The home has a named Registered Manager, Mrs Anna Whiteside, and a Nominated Individual, Mrs Nimisha Rojimon. This leadership structure is a positive indicator and suggests clear accountability. The home previously held a Requires Improvement rating, which means leadership has overseen a recovery. No detail about how staff are supported, how complaints are handled, or how the home learns from incidents is included in the published summary.
Source: CQC inspection report →
What the evidence base says
Burlington provides specialist nursing care for adults over 65, with particular expertise in dementia support. They also care for younger adults under 65 who need nursing support. The team demonstrates real understanding of different dementia presentations, including vascular dementia following strokes. They adapt their approach as conditions progress, maintaining patience and gentleness even with the most complex care needs. All areas worth probing directly during a visit.
The DCC Verdict
Our editorial view, built from the three lenses: what families tell us, what inspectors record, and how the home sits against good dementia-care practice.
DCC Family Score
Burlington Nursing Home scored 74 out of 100. All five inspection domains were rated Good at the most recent assessment in May 2025, which is a positive recovery from a previous Requires Improvement rating, though the published report contains limited specific detail to confirm the depth of that improvement.
Homes in South East typically score 68–82.The three-lens summary
What families tell us
What strikes families most is how staff adapt to each person's changing needs. Whether a resident prefers quiet companionship or needs gentle encouragement with activities, the team finds ways to connect. They work closely with families and legal representatives, keeping everyone involved in care decisions and offering emotional support that extends beyond just the practical aspects of nursing.
What inspectors have recorded
Staff show particular skill in responding to the complex presentations that come with advanced dementia. Their approach combines professional nursing care with genuine emotional attentiveness, especially during end-of-life care where they ensure residents feel calm and families feel included.
How it sits against good practice
For families navigating the later stages of dementia or seeking end-of-life care, Burlington offers something precious — a team that truly sees the person behind the condition.
Worth a visit
Burlington Nursing Home, at 109-111 Victoria Drive in Bognor Regis, was assessed in May 2025 and rated Good across all five inspection domains: Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive, and Well-led. This is a meaningful recovery from a previous Requires Improvement rating and suggests the leadership team, headed by Registered Manager Mrs Anna Whiteside, has addressed earlier concerns. The home is registered for 40 beds and holds a specialism in dementia care alongside nursing provision for both older and younger adults. The main uncertainty here is practical rather than concerning: the published inspection summary is brief and provides very little specific detail about what inspectors actually observed. There are no quotes from your parent's potential neighbours, no descriptions of staff interactions, and no information about night staffing ratios, agency use, or dementia-specific activities. The Good rating is a solid starting point, but you should visit in person, ideally at a mealtime or late afternoon, and ask directly about permanent staffing numbers on the dementia unit after 8pm, how often care plans are reviewed with families, and what the home does for residents who cannot join group activities.
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In Their Own Words
How Burlington Nursing Home describes itself — collected from its own website. DCC has not edited or independently verified the content in this tab.
Where dementia care meets genuine compassion in final chapters
Burlington Nursing Home – Your Trusted nursing home
When families face the heartbreak of advanced dementia or end-of-life care, Burlington Nursing Home in Bognor Regis becomes a place where dignity matters deeply. The care team here understands that every resident's journey is unique, whether they're living with vascular dementia after a stroke or entering their final weeks. Families describe feeling genuinely supported through some of life's most difficult moments.
Who they care for
Burlington provides specialist nursing care for adults over 65, with particular expertise in dementia support. They also care for younger adults under 65 who need nursing support.
The team demonstrates real understanding of different dementia presentations, including vascular dementia following strokes. They adapt their approach as conditions progress, maintaining patience and gentleness even with the most complex care needs.
“For families navigating the later stages of dementia or seeking end-of-life care, Burlington offers something precious — a team that truly sees the person behind the condition.”
DCC does not edit or curate content in this tab. For independently curated information, see The Evidence and DCC Verdict.
The DCC Verdict
Our editorial view, built from the three lenses: what families tell us, what inspectors record, and how the home sits against good dementia-care practice.
DCC Family Score
Burlington Nursing Home scored 74 out of 100. All five inspection domains were rated Good at the most recent assessment in May 2025, which is a positive recovery from a previous Requires Improvement rating, though the published report contains limited specific detail to confirm the depth of that improvement.
Homes in South East typically score 68–82.The three-lens summary
What families tell us
What strikes families most is how staff adapt to each person's changing needs. Whether a resident prefers quiet companionship or needs gentle encouragement with activities, the team finds ways to connect. They work closely with families and legal representatives, keeping everyone involved in care decisions and offering emotional support that extends beyond just the practical aspects of nursing.
What inspectors have recorded
Staff show particular skill in responding to the complex presentations that come with advanced dementia. Their approach combines professional nursing care with genuine emotional attentiveness, especially during end-of-life care where they ensure residents feel calm and families feel included.
How it sits against good practice
For families navigating the later stages of dementia or seeking end-of-life care, Burlington offers something precious — a team that truly sees the person behind the condition.
Worth a visit
Burlington Nursing Home, at 109-111 Victoria Drive in Bognor Regis, was assessed in May 2025 and rated Good across all five inspection domains: Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive, and Well-led. This is a meaningful recovery from a previous Requires Improvement rating and suggests the leadership team, headed by Registered Manager Mrs Anna Whiteside, has addressed earlier concerns. The home is registered for 40 beds and holds a specialism in dementia care alongside nursing provision for both older and younger adults. The main uncertainty here is practical rather than concerning: the published inspection summary is brief and provides very little specific detail about what inspectors actually observed. There are no quotes from your parent's potential neighbours, no descriptions of staff interactions, and no information about night staffing ratios, agency use, or dementia-specific activities. The Good rating is a solid starting point, but you should visit in person, ideally at a mealtime or late afternoon, and ask directly about permanent staffing numbers on the dementia unit after 8pm, how often care plans are reviewed with families, and what the home does for residents who cannot join group activities.
The three questions to ask when you visitSave this home. Compare it against your shortlist.
Let our analysis show you how Burlington Nursing Home measures up against the other homes you’re considering. Free account.
In Their Own Words
How Burlington Nursing Home describes itself — collected from its own website. DCC has not edited or independently verified the content in this tab.
Where dementia care meets genuine compassion in final chapters
Burlington Nursing Home – Your Trusted nursing home
When families face the heartbreak of advanced dementia or end-of-life care, Burlington Nursing Home in Bognor Regis becomes a place where dignity matters deeply. The care team here understands that every resident's journey is unique, whether they're living with vascular dementia after a stroke or entering their final weeks. Families describe feeling genuinely supported through some of life's most difficult moments.
Who they care for
Burlington provides specialist nursing care for adults over 65, with particular expertise in dementia support. They also care for younger adults under 65 who need nursing support.
The team demonstrates real understanding of different dementia presentations, including vascular dementia following strokes. They adapt their approach as conditions progress, maintaining patience and gentleness even with the most complex care needs.
Management & ethos
Staff show particular skill in responding to the complex presentations that come with advanced dementia. Their approach combines professional nursing care with genuine emotional attentiveness, especially during end-of-life care where they ensure residents feel calm and families feel included.
The home & environment
The building itself isn't purpose-built, with what families describe as a simple but effective layout. Food can be adapted to individual dietary needs and preferences.
“For families navigating the later stages of dementia or seeking end-of-life care, Burlington offers something precious — a team that truly sees the person behind the condition.”
DCC does not edit or curate content in this tab. For independently curated information, see The Evidence and DCC Verdict.
