Le Brun House
At a Glance
The information you need to decide whether this home warrants a closer look.
Residential homes
Staff warmth score
of reviewers answered yes
Good to know
- Registered beds20
- SpecialismsCaring for adults over 65 yrs, Dementia, Mental health conditions, Physical disabilities, Sensory impairment
- Last inspected2022-07-02
The Evidence
What the review data, the inspection reports, and the dementia-care evidence base tell us about this home.
What families say
The eight family priority themes
- Staff warmth55
- Compassion & dignity55
- Cleanliness55
- Activities & engagement50
- Food quality50
- Healthcare55
- Management & leadership35
- Resident happiness55
What inspectors found
Inspected 2022-07-02
Is this home safe?
Is the care effective?
Inspectors rated the Effective domain Good at the June 2022 inspection. The home lists dementia as a specialism, which implies staff should have relevant training and care should be planned around individual needs. The published summary does not record specific observations about care plan quality, GP access, medicines review, or training content. No concerns about effectiveness were highlighted.Is this home caring?
Inspectors rated the Caring domain Good at the June 2022 inspection. This is the domain most closely linked to the daily experience of living in the home, covering staff warmth, dignity, respect, and support for independence. The published summary contains no specific observations, resident quotes, or relative feedback to illustrate what Good caring looks like at Lebrun House. No concerns were raised.Is the home responsive?
Inspectors rated the Responsive domain Good at the June 2022 inspection. This domain covers whether the home tailors its offer to individual needs, including activities, engagement, and end-of-life planning. The published summary records no specific detail about the activities programme, individual engagement, or how the home responds to changing needs. No concerns were raised.Is the home well-led?
Inspectors rated the Well-led domain Requires Improvement at the June 2022 inspection. This is the only domain not to reach Good, and it is the same domain that contributed to the previous overall Requires Improvement rating. A named registered manager, Mrs Laura Jane Holder, is in post, as is a nominated individual, Mrs Ilona Austen. The published summary does not specify what the Requires Improvement finding identified. This rating was applied despite improvements across the other four domains.
Source: CQC inspection report →
What the evidence base says
The team at Lebrun House provides care for residents with sensory impairments and physical disabilities, alongside dementia and mental health support. They work with adults over 65 who need specialised assistance. For those living with dementia, the home offers dedicated support as part of their specialist services. The structured daily routines include garden activities and communal singing. 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
Lebrun House scores 68 out of 100. Most domains were rated Good at inspection, which is a meaningful improvement from the previous Requires Improvement rating, but the Well-led domain remains Requires Improvement and the published report contains very little specific observational detail to support higher confidence scores.
Homes in South East typically score 68–82.Worth a visit
Lebrun House, a 20-bed residential home on Prideaux Road in Eastbourne, was rated Good overall at its most recent inspection in June 2022. This is a meaningful improvement from its previous Requires Improvement rating, and inspectors rated the home Good across four of the five domains: Safe, Effective, Caring, and Responsive. The home supports people living with dementia, mental health conditions, physical disabilities, and sensory impairment, all in a relatively small setting that can, in the right circumstances, allow for more personalised attention. The main uncertainty is the Requires Improvement rating for Well-led, which was the only domain not to reach Good. Leadership and governance quality directly affect every other aspect of care, and this rating means something in the running of the home did not meet the standard inspectors expect. The published report summary contains very little specific observational detail, so it is not possible from the published findings alone to judge the quality of daily life with any confidence. Before placing your parent here, ask to speak with the registered manager about what the Requires Improvement finding identified and what has changed since July 2022. Ask to see evidence of that improvement, not just a verbal assurance.
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In Their Own Words
How Le Brun House describes itself — collected from its own website. DCC has not edited or independently verified the content in this tab.
Specialised sensory and dementia care in peaceful Eastbourne setting
Lebrun House – Expert Care in Eastbourne
When you're looking for care that understands complex needs, Lebrun House in Eastbourne offers support for sensory impairments, dementia, and mental health conditions. This care home welcomes adults over 65, with facilities designed for physical disabilities too. The home features private en-suite rooms and well-maintained gardens where residents can enjoy outdoor activities.
Who they care for
The team at Lebrun House provides care for residents with sensory impairments and physical disabilities, alongside dementia and mental health support. They work with adults over 65 who need specialised assistance.
For those living with dementia, the home offers dedicated support as part of their specialist services. The structured daily routines include garden activities and communal singing.
“If you'd like to see how Lebrun House might suit your loved one's needs, arranging a visit will help you get a feel for the place.”
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
Lebrun House scores 68 out of 100. Most domains were rated Good at inspection, which is a meaningful improvement from the previous Requires Improvement rating, but the Well-led domain remains Requires Improvement and the published report contains very little specific observational detail to support higher confidence scores.
Homes in South East typically score 68–82.Worth a visit
Lebrun House, a 20-bed residential home on Prideaux Road in Eastbourne, was rated Good overall at its most recent inspection in June 2022. This is a meaningful improvement from its previous Requires Improvement rating, and inspectors rated the home Good across four of the five domains: Safe, Effective, Caring, and Responsive. The home supports people living with dementia, mental health conditions, physical disabilities, and sensory impairment, all in a relatively small setting that can, in the right circumstances, allow for more personalised attention. The main uncertainty is the Requires Improvement rating for Well-led, which was the only domain not to reach Good. Leadership and governance quality directly affect every other aspect of care, and this rating means something in the running of the home did not meet the standard inspectors expect. The published report summary contains very little specific observational detail, so it is not possible from the published findings alone to judge the quality of daily life with any confidence. Before placing your parent here, ask to speak with the registered manager about what the Requires Improvement finding identified and what has changed since July 2022. Ask to see evidence of that improvement, not just a verbal assurance.
The three questions to ask when you visitSave this home. Compare it against your shortlist.
Let our analysis show you how Le Brun House measures up against the other homes you’re considering. Free account.
In Their Own Words
How Le Brun House describes itself — collected from its own website. DCC has not edited or independently verified the content in this tab.
Specialised sensory and dementia care in peaceful Eastbourne setting
Lebrun House – Expert Care in Eastbourne
When you're looking for care that understands complex needs, Lebrun House in Eastbourne offers support for sensory impairments, dementia, and mental health conditions. This care home welcomes adults over 65, with facilities designed for physical disabilities too. The home features private en-suite rooms and well-maintained gardens where residents can enjoy outdoor activities.
Who they care for
The team at Lebrun House provides care for residents with sensory impairments and physical disabilities, alongside dementia and mental health support. They work with adults over 65 who need specialised assistance.
For those living with dementia, the home offers dedicated support as part of their specialist services. The structured daily routines include garden activities and communal singing.
“If you'd like to see how Lebrun House might suit your loved one's needs, arranging a visit will help you get a feel for the place.”
DCC does not edit or curate content in this tab. For independently curated information, see The Evidence and DCC Verdict.
