Abundant Grace Dementia 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 beds67
- SpecialismsCaring for adults over 65 yrs, Caring for adults under 65 yrs, Dementia
- Last inspected2022-10-14
The Evidence
What the review data, the inspection reports, and the dementia-care evidence base tell us about this home.
What families say
Families talk about how their relatives settle well here, with staff who respond to individual needs with real empathy. There's a sense of community that comes through strongly, and the atmosphere helps both residents and visitors feel comfortable. The team create opportunities for everyone to join in with activities when they're able, including time in the accessible garden.
The eight family priority themes
- Staff warmth72
- Compassion & dignity72
- Cleanliness70
- Activities & engagement65
- Food quality65
- Healthcare70
- Management & leadership72
- Resident happiness70
What inspectors found
Inspected 2022-10-14
Is this home safe?
Is the care effective?
The inspection rated this domain Good. The home holds a dementia specialism and is registered to treat disease, disorder, or injury, suggesting nursing-level clinical oversight. No specific findings about care plan quality, GP access, dementia training content, or food were published in the inspection text.Is this home caring?
The inspection rated this domain Good. No specific inspector observations of staff interactions, quotes from residents or relatives about kindness or dignity, or examples of person-centred practice were published in the inspection text.Is the home responsive?
The inspection rated this domain Good. The home lists dementia as a specialism and accepts adults both over and under 65, suggesting a potentially varied client group. No specific findings about the activity programme, individual engagement, how the home responds to changing needs, or end-of-life care were published in the inspection text.Is the home well-led?
The inspection rated this domain Good, up from Requires Improvement. A named registered manager, Mr Daniel Coteata, and a nominated individual, Mrs Rosy Scott, are on record. No specific findings about management visibility, staff culture, governance processes, or how the home handles complaints were published in the inspection text.
Source: CQC inspection report →
What the evidence base says
The home cares for adults both under and over 65, including those living with dementia. This mix of ages can create a more varied community within the home. For residents with dementia, the team work to understand each person's individual needs and preferences. The modern, well-lit environment can help with orientation, and there are opportunities to spend time outdoors when appropriate. 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
Abundant Grace House improved from Requires Improvement to a Good rating across all five domains, which is a meaningful step forward. However, the published inspection report contains very limited specific detail, so most scores sit in the 65-72 range reflecting a positive but evidence-thin picture.
Homes in South East typically score 68–82.The three-lens summary
What families tell us
Families talk about how their relatives settle well here, with staff who respond to individual needs with real empathy. There's a sense of community that comes through strongly, and the atmosphere helps both residents and visitors feel comfortable. The team create opportunities for everyone to join in with activities when they're able, including time in the accessible garden.
What inspectors have recorded
The care staff earn consistent praise for how they treat residents with respect and respond quickly when someone needs help. Families appreciate the support they receive during end-of-life care. It's worth noting that some administrative matters, particularly around personal belongings and billing, have caused concern for at least one family — something to discuss directly with management when visiting.
How it sits against good practice
If you're considering Abundant Grace for someone you love, it's worth arranging a visit to see the bright, modern spaces and meet the care team for yourself.
Worth a visit
Abundant Grace House, in Seaford, was rated Good at its inspection in August 2022, published in October 2022. This is a significant improvement from its previous Requires Improvement rating and covers all five inspection domains: Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive, and Well-led. A registered manager is named and the home is registered to provide nursing care with a dementia specialism for up to 67 people. The main limitation here is that the published inspection text is very brief and contains almost no specific observations, quotes, or detail about day-to-day life. A Good rating matters, but it tells you very little on its own about whether this home is the right fit for your mum or dad. Before making a decision, visit at different times of day, ask to see the staffing rota for a typical week (including nights), request details of dementia training for all staff, and spend time in a communal area to see how staff actually talk to and move around the people who live there.
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In Their Own Words
How Abundant Grace Dementia Nursing Home describes itself — collected from its own website. DCC has not edited or independently verified the content in this tab.
Modern Seaford care home where staff genuinely understand what matters
Abundant Grace Nursing Home – Your Trusted nursing home
When you're looking for the right care, you want somewhere that feels bright and welcoming from the moment you arrive. Abundant Grace Nursing Home in Seaford offers exactly that kind of environment — a modern, airy space where residents find their feet and families feel supported through difficult times. The care team here seem to really grasp what makes a difference to each person they look after.
Who they care for
The home cares for adults both under and over 65, including those living with dementia. This mix of ages can create a more varied community within the home.
For residents with dementia, the team work to understand each person's individual needs and preferences. The modern, well-lit environment can help with orientation, and there are opportunities to spend time outdoors when appropriate.
“If you're considering Abundant Grace for someone you love, it's worth arranging a visit to see the bright, modern spaces and meet the care team for yourself.”
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
Abundant Grace House improved from Requires Improvement to a Good rating across all five domains, which is a meaningful step forward. However, the published inspection report contains very limited specific detail, so most scores sit in the 65-72 range reflecting a positive but evidence-thin picture.
Homes in South East typically score 68–82.The three-lens summary
What families tell us
Families talk about how their relatives settle well here, with staff who respond to individual needs with real empathy. There's a sense of community that comes through strongly, and the atmosphere helps both residents and visitors feel comfortable. The team create opportunities for everyone to join in with activities when they're able, including time in the accessible garden.
What inspectors have recorded
The care staff earn consistent praise for how they treat residents with respect and respond quickly when someone needs help. Families appreciate the support they receive during end-of-life care. It's worth noting that some administrative matters, particularly around personal belongings and billing, have caused concern for at least one family — something to discuss directly with management when visiting.
How it sits against good practice
If you're considering Abundant Grace for someone you love, it's worth arranging a visit to see the bright, modern spaces and meet the care team for yourself.
Worth a visit
Abundant Grace House, in Seaford, was rated Good at its inspection in August 2022, published in October 2022. This is a significant improvement from its previous Requires Improvement rating and covers all five inspection domains: Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive, and Well-led. A registered manager is named and the home is registered to provide nursing care with a dementia specialism for up to 67 people. The main limitation here is that the published inspection text is very brief and contains almost no specific observations, quotes, or detail about day-to-day life. A Good rating matters, but it tells you very little on its own about whether this home is the right fit for your mum or dad. Before making a decision, visit at different times of day, ask to see the staffing rota for a typical week (including nights), request details of dementia training for all staff, and spend time in a communal area to see how staff actually talk to and move around the people who live there.
The three questions to ask when you visitSave this home. Compare it against your shortlist.
Let our analysis show you how Abundant Grace Dementia Nursing Home measures up against the other homes you’re considering. Free account.
In Their Own Words
How Abundant Grace Dementia Nursing Home describes itself — collected from its own website. DCC has not edited or independently verified the content in this tab.
Modern Seaford care home where staff genuinely understand what matters
Abundant Grace Nursing Home – Your Trusted nursing home
When you're looking for the right care, you want somewhere that feels bright and welcoming from the moment you arrive. Abundant Grace Nursing Home in Seaford offers exactly that kind of environment — a modern, airy space where residents find their feet and families feel supported through difficult times. The care team here seem to really grasp what makes a difference to each person they look after.
Who they care for
The home cares for adults both under and over 65, including those living with dementia. This mix of ages can create a more varied community within the home.
For residents with dementia, the team work to understand each person's individual needs and preferences. The modern, well-lit environment can help with orientation, and there are opportunities to spend time outdoors when appropriate.
Management & ethos
The care staff earn consistent praise for how they treat residents with respect and respond quickly when someone needs help. Families appreciate the support they receive during end-of-life care. It's worth noting that some administrative matters, particularly around personal belongings and billing, have caused concern for at least one family — something to discuss directly with management when visiting.
The home & environment
The home itself feels light and modern, with well-equipped spaces that work well for residents' needs. There's good access to outdoor areas where people can spend time when the weather allows. The building has been designed with care in mind — everything feels practical and purposeful.
“If you're considering Abundant Grace for someone you love, it's worth arranging a visit to see the bright, modern spaces and meet the care team for yourself.”
DCC does not edit or curate content in this tab. For independently curated information, see The Evidence and DCC Verdict.
