A care home charity with wartime roots – Greensleeves’ tradition of support in Hastings

“The minute I looked around, I wanted to stay here, and that was it – I never looked back,” she says. “We have lovely activities; we get together and have a laugh. We all love quizzes and try to outdo each other. I love it here and wouldn’t want to go anywhere else.”

Joan’s experience reflects the quiet strength of Greensleeves Care’s approach to later-life support – not-for-profit care guided by dignity and coupled with an uncompromising mission to help people feel good about care.

Care Homes in Hastings with a Unique Promise

Formerly a public tea house, today Whitegates offers superb countryside living in the heart of East Sussex for individuals and couples. The residential and respite home is the number 1 non-profit home in Hastings based on independent reviews on care platform carehome.co.uk.

Meanwhile, Grosvenor House in St Leonards-on-Sea is one of the group’s original homes. It commands stunning views of the sea and has served the local community for well over two decades.

With just 21 rooms at Whitegates and 30 at Grosvenor House, their smaller size allows for closely knit communities and genuinely personalised care.

Both homes are part of Greensleeves Care, a leading not-for-profit care group in England that puts people before profit. Founded in 1997 to take over the work of the Women’s Voluntary Service – an organisation that supported older people during and after the Second World War – Greensleeves Care continues to honour that legacy today.

Central to Greensleeves’ approach is the unique Home for Life Commitment – a funding assurance that means no resident will ever be asked to leave in the event their funds run out. It’s a safeguard that brings real peace of mind to families navigating what can be a difficult decision.

Exploring Care in Hastings This Summer

Greensleeves Care is encouraging people to learn about care before it becomes a necessity through its Get Care Wise campaign. As part of this, both Grosvenor House and Whitegates are welcoming visitors for events, short stays, or simply a chat about options.

Grosvenor House is offering special summer offers are available to make exploring care more accessible this season, including £500 off or 3 weeks for the price of 2 on respite stays, and £1500 off for new permanent residents. It’s a gentle invitation to experience care in a supportive, no-pressure environment.

“I am honoured that most of my staff have been here for many years, which brings continuity, experience and compassion to what they do every day,” states Amanda Newport the Registered Manager at Grosvenor House.

“Even though there are newer shinier homes in the area, we are one of the longest established and what we offer is consistent, warmth and heartfelt personal care.

“For us and for the families we support its about being open, caring, and transparent in everything we do. I can say with hand on heart how proud I am to be a part of Grosvenor House and how proud I am of all of my team and the support we get from outside professionals.”

To learn more about Whitegates and Grosvenor House, and arrange your no-obligation visit, click here.