Home care · West Sussex
Home care in Rustington
CQC lists 57 home care agencies covering Rustington, operated by 56 separate providers. Yourlife Management Services Limited runs the most, with 2. CQC has rated 46 of them, and 96% are Good or Outstanding (versus 94% across West Sussex and 88% across England). 2 hold an Outstanding rating. We estimate typical fees here at about £33.50 an hour for visiting care and £1,610 a week for live-in careestimated. 30 home care agencies were last rated more than four years ago and 9 registered since November 2024. Most recently, Steps 2 Limited was rated Good on 29 September 2026.
CQC register data as of 9 November 2026 · Open Government Licence
Key points
- Latest CQC rating changes in West Sussex, checked daily.
- Good or Outstanding: 44 of the 46 rated agencies; 2 are Requires improvement or Inadequate and 11 are not yet rated.
- 45 are registered with CQC to support people with dementia.
- West Sussex council offers a free care needs assessment, whatever your savings.
Citation: "Home care in Rustington", The Care Panel analysis of CQC register data, Nov 2026.
- 57registered agencies
- 96%rated Good or Outstanding (of those rated)
- 45are registered for dementia
- 15rated or inspected within two years
| Care | Rustington | South East | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Visiting care, an hour | £33.50 | £33.50 | £33.50 |
| Live-in care, a week | £1,610 | £1,610 | £1,610 |
Home care in Rustington is arranged in the same way as anywhere in West Sussex: CQC-registered agencies send carers into people's homes, usually for one to four visits a day, at an indicative £28–£38 an hour in 2026. West Sussex County Council assesses needs and helps with funding where people qualify. Rustington, East Preston and Angmering all sit in Arun District, which has one of the oldest populations in England.
Home care agencies covering Rustington
Ranked by CQC rating and how recent it is, then distance. How we order providers
OutstandingGoodRequires improvementInadequateNot yet ratedMap © OpenFreeMap © OpenStreetMap
- All 57
- Elderly care · 50
- Care for adults under 65 · 47
- Physical disability care · 47
- Dementia care · 45
- Sensory impairment care · 41
- Mental health care · 36
- Learning disability care · 29
- Children's care · 10
- Supported living · 9
- Substance misuse support · 8
- Eating disorder support · 7
Molly Care Ltd
What inspectors found: This assessment was carried out remotely, instead of visiting the office location we used technology such as electronic file sharing and video or phone…
Est. £30–£37/hr
Verve Homecare Sussex Ltd
What inspectors found: The assessment was completed to assess the quality and safety of care being provided and to provide the service with its first rating.
Est. £30–£37/hr
AcreCare Limited
What inspectors found: Staff and people were positive about the care provided by Acre Care.
Est. £30–£37/hr
Hilton Home Care – West Sussex
What inspectors found: The assessment was completed to assess the quality and safety of care being provided and to provide the service with its first rating.
Est. £30–£37/hr
Steps 2 Limited
What inspectors found: Who the service is for This was a specialist service for autistic people, people with a learning disability and people with physical disabilities.
Est. £30–£37/hr
Everyday Recruitment Agency
What inspectors found: This is help with tasks related to personal hygiene and eating.
Est. £30–£37/hr
Care To You Healthcare
What inspectors found: Not everyone who used the service received personal care.
Est. £30–£37/hr
SCC Agency Ltd (trading as South Coast Care)
What inspectors found: This assessment took place in part because of concerns raised, and due to the time since the last assessment.
Est. £30–£37/hr
Guild Care Domiciliary Care
What inspectors found: People were protected from avoidable harm and risks were well managed through clear processes, effective staffing and strong partnership working.
Est. £30–£37/hr
LQS Healthcare Services Ltd
What inspectors found: People were protected from abuse and avoidable harm.
Est. £30–£37/hr
Home Instead Worthing and Steyning
What inspectors found: The assessment was carried out as part of a routine assessment due to an aged rating.
Est. £33–£40/hr
KMX Nursing Agency
What inspectors found: KMX provides support for people with a learning disability and/or autistic people, some people also live with physical disabilities.
Est. £30–£37/hr
GoodOaks Homecare - Sussex South
What inspectors found: This service was inspected as it was newly registered and required rating.
Est. £30–£37/hr
Kardinal Healthcare Ltd
What inspectors found: We found people were being supported in line with this guidance.
Est. £30–£37/hr
Greenhurst Care
What inspectors found: Assessment took place between 5 May 2026 and 19 May 2026.
Est. £30–£37/hr
Alina Homecare (Rustington)
What inspectors found: People felt safe receiving support from the care staff.
Est. £30–£37/hr
Ethica Care West Sussex
What inspectors found: I can't fault them, they are excellent." Systems were in place to help safeguard people from abuse.
Est. £30–£37/hr
New Venture Care Ltd
What inspectors found: People were treated with respect and dignity and supported to make decisions about their care.
Est. £30–£37/hr
Coastal Homecare (Worthing)
What inspectors found: People were protected from the risk of abuse and felt safe.
Est. £30–£37/hr
Inter County Care Rustington - Chichester
What inspectors found: This report covered the service under its previous provider; people and relatives said they felt safe and respected and would recommend it.
Est. £32–£39/hr
YourLife (Littlehampton)
What inspectors found: The assisted living scheme had communal areas such as a lounge, restaurant, hairdressers, laundry room and beauty therapy room which people could use.
Est. £30–£37/hr
Aspens Supported Living & Outreach (West Sussex & Surrey)
What inspectors found: Staff were passionate about supporting people in the way they wanted and were enthusiastic about their work.
Est. £30–£37/hr
Prestige Nursing - Worthing
Est. £30–£37/hr
Assist Care Group - West Sussex
What inspectors found: People were protected from the risk of abuse and harm by staff who had been trained appropriately and knew what action to take if…
Est. £30–£37/hr
Support at Home, Beehive Care
What inspectors found: People's experience of using this service: People told us they felt safe with staff who supported them.
Est. £30–£37/hr
Bluebird Care (Worthing)
Est. £32–£39/hr
Crossroads Care South Central
Est. £30–£37/hr
Premier Nursing Limited
Est. £30–£37/hr
ECL West Sussex South
Est. £30–£37/hr
VHM Care Ltd
Est. £30–£37/hr
Caremark (Arun)
Est. £30–£37/hr
Guardian Angel Carers Worthing
Est. £30–£37/hr
PRN Homecare - Bognor Regis
Est. £30–£37/hr
Arundel Domiciliary Care Services Limited
Est. £30–£37/hr
Helping Hands Worthing
Est. £29–£35/hr
Yourlife (Worthing)
Est. £30–£37/hr
Egalite Care Ltd
Est. £32–£39/hr
Supporting Independence - Findon
Est. £30–£37/hr
Independent Lives (Disability)
Est. £30–£37/hr
Chanmil Care Ltd
Est. £30–£37/hr
Agincare UK Worthing
Est. £30–£37/hr
Direct Support Professionals
Est. £30–£37/hr
Jasmine Lodge
Est. £30–£37/hr
Catchers Care
Est. £30–£37/hr
FirstCol Services Limited - Home Care - Worthing
Est. £30–£37/hr
Mariegold Care Limited
Est. £29–£36/hr
Kendall Care Limited
Est. £29–£36/hr
Ashbourne Healthcare Services (Sussex)
Est. £29–£36/hr
Native Care Ltd
Est. £29–£36/hr
Apex Prime Care - Worthing
Est. £29–£36/hr
Careinmyhome Worthing
Est. £29–£36/hr
West Sussex
Est. £29–£36/hr
Aurora Community Care
Est. £29–£36/hr
Pentacare (West Sussex & Hove)
Est. £29–£36/hr
INNOVE24 LTD
Est. £29–£36/hr
Oval Care Services Sussex
Est. £29–£36/hr
Distance is from Rustington centre to the agency's office. Agencies travel to clients, so check they cover your street.
24-hour, overnight and live-in care in Rustington
Round-the-clock care at home is arranged in one of two ways: live-in care, where one carer lives in and has a daily break and a proper night's sleep, or daytime visits plus waking nights, where a second carer stays awake all night. Typical prices: Live-in care £1,400–£1,700 a week. CQC does not record which agencies provide it, so ask each one.
Dementia care at home in Rustington
45 of the 57 agencies covering Rustington are registered with CQC to support people living with dementia, and 33 of those are rated Good or Outstanding. Compare the 45 registered for dementia.
Rustington in figures
Two-year-old ratings or newer: 26% covering Rustington, 23% across West Sussex. 96% of rated agencies covering Rustington are Good or Outstanding, compared with 92% of those rated among the 298 we list across West Sussex. Counting all listed agencies, not only rated ones, Rustington ranks first of 7 local towns for Good or Outstanding ratings (77%), with Wick second (77%). West Sussex has 5 Outstanding agencies in total; covering Rustington the figure is 2. One rating goes back to July 2018: Bluebird Care (Worthing). Ask what has changed since. In Rustington, 79% of agencies support people with dementia (45 of 57); the West Sussex figure is 76%. By specialism, 47 of 57 list physical disabilities, 29 of 57 list learning disabilities and 36 of 57 list mental health conditions. CQC registered Prestige Nursing - Worthing in January 2026, the newest on this list.
Older people and dementia in Rustington
Rustington falls within Arun, so the figures below describe the wider area rather than Rustington alone.
| Area | Aged 65+ | Share of residents | Aged 85+ | Change since 2021 | Deprivation rank (2025) | Dementia diagnosis rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arun | 50,500 | 29.3% | 7,800 | +7.7% | 141st of 296 | 67.0% (2,363 of 3,530) |
The ONS mid-2025 estimate puts about 50,500 residents of Arun aged 65 or over, 29.3% of the population (above the England figure of 19.1%), including about 7,800 aged 85 or over. That is a rise of 7.7% on the 2021 Census count. On the English Indices of Deprivation 2025, Arun ranks 141st of 296 local authority areas in England by average neighbourhood score (1st is most deprived), in the middle third. On the older-people income deprivation measure (IDAOPI), an average of 11.7% of people aged 60 and over across its neighbourhoods experience income deprivation, ranking 205th of 296.
The estimated dementia diagnosis rate for people aged 65 and over in Arun is 67.0% (2,363 diagnosed against an estimated 3,530 living with dementia), above the England rate of 66.3%; it meets the NHS ambition of 66.7%. That leaves roughly 1,160 people estimated to have dementia without a recorded diagnosis.
Sources: ONS mid-2025 population estimates and Census 2021; English Indices of Deprivation 2025 (MHCLG); OHID Fingertips dementia profile (estimated dementia diagnosis rate, aged 65 and over, 2026). Figures describe the whole local authority area, are rounded, and are not a forecast for any one neighbourhood.
Owners and groups: agencies covering Rustington
- Yourlife Management Services Limited 2 listed here
- Acre Care Ltd 1 listed here
- Hilton Nursing Partners Limited 1 listed here
- Everyday Recruitment Agency Limited 1 listed here
- Care To You Healthcare Limited 1 listed here
- Guild Care 1 listed here
- Alina Homecare 1 listed here
- Ethica Services Limited 1 listed here
- New Venture Care Ltd 1 listed here
- Coastal Homecare (Hove) Limited 1 listed here
- Inter County Care Limited 1 listed here
- Aspens Charities 1 listed here
- Tilton & Thomas Care Ltd 1 listed here
- Assist Care Group Limited 1 listed here
- Abbeyfield Society 1 listed here
- Bluebird Care 1 listed here
- Crossroads Together from Carers Trust 4all 1 listed here
- Essex Cares Limited 1 listed here
Newest inspection results
The latest CQC ratings published for agencies covering Rustington.
Nearby towns against Rustington
| Nearby town | Distance | Total | Good or Outstanding |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rustington | – | 57 | 44 |
| Littlehampton | 1.0 mi | 57 | 42 |
| Wick | 1.9 mi | 47 | 36 |
| Arundel | 3.7 mi | 38 | 29 |
| Yapton | 4.6 mi | 41 | 31 |
| Worthing | 4.8 mi | 61 | 44 |
Counts include any agency whose office lies within 7 miles of a town, and many cover several.
Local guide: home care in Rustington
Below we cover what care looks like locally, costs and funding, the local services worth knowing about, and the steps to take first.
In short: ask West Sussex County Council for a needs assessment (01243 642121), claim Attendance Allowance, and choose an agency that already has carers working in Rustington so visits are reliable.
Why is home care in such demand in Rustington?
Rustington is a large village between Littlehampton and Worthing, with nearly 14,000 residents at the 2011 Census. Arun District as a whole ranked among the top five council areas in England for the proportion of residents aged 85 and over in the 2021 Census, according to West Sussex County Council's census briefing.
For many families, the person needing care is a parent in their eighties or nineties living alone. Help is usually needed with mobility, meals, medication and loneliness rather than complex nursing, which suits visiting care well.
What changed when Zachary Merton Hospital closed?
The Zachary Merton Community Hospital on Glenville Road closed temporarily in December 2023 over building safety concerns, and Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust now lists it as permanently closed. The parish council reported in January 2026 that the trust had decided to sell the site. Its inpatient rehabilitation beds moved to other sites, including Salvington Lodge in Worthing and Bognor War Memorial Hospital, and the trust says more local patients are now being supported with rehabilitation at home.
For families, this means that recovery after a hospital stay is more likely to happen at home, with short-term reablement or rehabilitation visits, followed by ongoing home care if needed. See our guide to reablement care.
What does home care in Rustington include?
- morning and evening calls for washing, dressing and getting to bed
- meal preparation and medication prompts (see medication management at home)
- help with shopping, housework and laundry
- companionship and trips to the village centre or the seafront
- dementia care, night care and live-in care as needs grow
Rustington, East Preston and Angmering are close together and well connected, so agency coverage is usually better than in the rural villages further north. Popular morning slots still fill quickly, so ask agencies early about the times you need.
What about East Preston and Angmering?
East Preston sits immediately east of Rustington and is covered by most of the same agencies, so the advice on this page applies there too. Angmering is more spread out; agencies usually cover the village well, but homes on its edges or towards the Downs may need more flexible visit times. All three communities share Angmering railway station and are served by Arun Community Transport. If you are arranging care for someone in a nearby village rather than in Rustington itself, ask each agency directly whether they already have carers working on your road.
Home care Rustington costs: what to expect
Visiting care from a regulated agency costs roughly £28–£38 an hour in West Sussex in 2026. The Homecare Association's minimum price for England for 2026/27 is £34.42 an hour.
| Type of care | Indicative West Sussex price (2026) |
|---|---|
| Visiting care (per hour) | £28–£38 |
| Sleeping night (carer sleeps in, available if needed) | £210–£260 a night |
| Waking night (carer awake all night) | Higher than a sleeping night |
| Live-in care | £1,400–£1,700+ a week |
Two 45-minute visits a day at £32 an hour works out at about £336 a week. For more worked examples see home care costs in 2026.
Who can help pay for care?
Attendance Allowance is not means-tested and pays £76.70 or £114.60 a week in 2026/27 to people over State Pension age who need help with personal care. West Sussex County Council may fund care after a needs and financial assessment; for care at home the home is ignored and the upper savings limit is £23,250. People with a primary health need may qualify for NHS Continuing Healthcare, decided by NHS Surrey and Sussex.
Check likely entitlements with our funding checker, and read home care funding in West Sussex for the detail.
What local support is available in Rustington?
- Dementia Support, the charity based at Sage House in Tangmere, runs a weekly outreach group in Rustington at Abbotswood on Station Road, on Wednesday mornings. Call 01243 888691 to check times before going.
- Arun Community Transport offers volunteer driving to medical appointments and social activities for Rustington, East Preston and Angmering residents who find buses hard. Call 01903 792110 on weekday mornings.
- Carers Support West Sussex supports family carers across Arun with assessments, advice and local groups. Helpline 0300 028 8888. See also carer burnout in West Sussex.
- Age UK West Sussex, Brighton & Hove offers advice, home help and dementia services in Arun. Freephone 0800 019 1310.
Transport and hospitals
Angmering railway station serves Rustington, East Preston and Angmering. Stagecoach's Coastliner 701 runs through Rustington to Goring, Worthing and Worthing Hospital, up to every 15 minutes. Worthing Hospital, run by University Hospitals Sussex, is the nearest acute hospital.
How do you get started with home care in Rustington?
- Agree what help is needed and when, with the person receiving care wherever possible. Our guide to talking to parents about care can help with that conversation.
- Request a needs assessment from West Sussex County Council through its adult social care page or on 01243 642121.
- Claim Attendance Allowance via GOV.UK.
- Compare two or three CQC-registered agencies covering your postcode. Ask about carer continuity, missed-call procedures and notice periods; see how to choose a home care agency.
- Review after a month and adjust visit times.
Find care near you
Tell us your postcode and what you need help with. We send you a shortlist of up to three CQC-registered providers in your area, and you choose which of them can contact you. It is free for families; providers pay us a fee for each enquiry, and nothing is sent until you choose.
Frequently asked questions
Is Rustington covered by Arun District Council or Worthing?
Rustington is in Arun District, with its own parish council. Adult social care, however, is run by West Sussex County Council, which covers Rustington, East Preston and Angmering in the same way as the rest of the county.
How much does home care cost per hour in Rustington?
Indicatively £28–£38 an hour in 2026 from a CQC-registered agency, with weekends and bank holidays often charged at a higher rate. Always ask for a written price list before agreeing a care plan.
Is there still a community hospital in Rustington?
No. Zachary Merton Hospital closed in December 2023 and is listed by Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust as permanently closed. Rehabilitation now takes place at other sites, such as Salvington Lodge in Worthing, or at home.
Is there dementia support in Rustington?
Yes. Dementia Support runs a weekly outreach group at Abbotswood on Station Road, and Age UK West Sussex, Brighton & Hove offers dementia services across Arun. The GP can refer to the NHS memory assessment service if memory is a worry.
The Care Panel is an independent publication. We are not a care provider and are not regulated by the Care Quality Commission, because we do not deliver care. Always check a provider's own CQC registration and inspection report before you commit.
Written and fact-checked by The Care Panel. Last updated September 2026. Sources: West Sussex County Council adult social care, West Sussex JSNA Census 2021 briefing, Rustington Parish Council, Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust, Dementia Support (Sage House), Stagecoach Coastliner, Arun Community Transport. General information, not financial, legal or medical advice — figures are indicative and subject to change.
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Questions families ask about home care in Rustington
Which home care agencies cover Rustington?
There are 57 CQC-registered agencies that have an office within 7 miles of Rustington (register checked Nov 2026). Top-rated names here include Molly Care Ltd, Verve Homecare Sussex Ltd and AcreCare Limited.
What CQC ratings do home care agencies in Rustington have?
Of the 46 that have been rated, 44 (96%) are rated Good or Outstanding (2 Outstanding). Rated Requires improvement or Inadequate: 2. Not yet rated: 11. That is common for services registered recently.
What should I look for when choosing agencies in Rustington?
Three questions matter most once you have read the latest CQC report: will the staff be consistent, what is the plan for missed visits, and what is the total cost before signing? On dates, 15 of the 57 listed had an inspection or rating within the last two years; 31 have older reports. Use our checklist.
How does Rustington compare with nearby towns for home care agencies?
Nearest towns we cover: Littlehampton (1.0 miles): 57, 42 rated Good or Outstanding; Wick (1.9 miles): 47, 36 rated Good or Outstanding; Arundel (3.7 miles): 38, 29 rated Good or Outstanding. Rustington itself has 57, 44 of them Good or Outstanding.
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Home care in nearby towns
- Home care in Littlehampton 1.0 mi
- Home care in Wick 1.9 mi
- Home care in Arundel 3.7 mi
- Home care in Yapton 4.6 mi
- Home care in Worthing 4.8 mi
- Home care in Barnham 5.8 mi
- Home care in Findon 6.0 mi
- Home care in Bognor Regis 7.9 mi
Related pages and guides for Rustington
- Leaving hospital in Rustington: care at home
- Live-in care in Rustington
- Overnight care in Rustington
- 24-hour care in Rustington
- Respite care in Rustington
- Home help in Rustington
- How to pay for care in West Sussex
- Best rated home care agencies in West Sussex
- Home care costs in England 2026: averages by region and council
- Every Outstanding service in West Sussex: 2026 list
- Care homes in Rustington (6)
- How to read a CQC rating
- The council care needs assessment
- How to choose a home care agency
- Who pays for care at home, and how
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