Business Details
18 Years
experience
Residential Care for Young People with Complex Needs
Established in 2008, Seaside Care Homes specialises in delivering high-quality residential care for young people with complex needs. Our dedicated team, led by registered nurses and experienced managers, provides tailored support in homely environments at Driftwood Lodge (5-bed) and Marella Lodge (4-bed). We focus on individual rights, independence, and holistic development, offering step-down care post-illness/injury alongside long-term placements.Our services are underpinned by clinical leadership, 24/7 nursing support, and a commitment to creating positive experiences through 'Wow Moments'. With CQC registration and stringent safeguarding policies, we ensure safety, transparency, and person-centred care for every individual.
Services
Residential Care
Step Down Care
Rehabilitation Services
Special Needs Support
24/7 Nursing
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- We founded Seaside Care Homes in 2008 with specialist experience in complex youth care
- Our leadership team includes registered general and learning disabilities nurses
- We guarantee homely environments with maximum 5 residents per home
- We implement individualised care plans aligned with CQC standards
- Our 24/7 on-call nursing team ensures continuous clinical support
Associations and certifications
- Care Quality Commission
What people say
Exceptional staff dedication
Excellent individualised care
Outstanding clinical standards
Services
Residential Care
Our residential care homes provide long-term support for young people with complex needs. We offer personalised care plans in homely environments with maximum five residents per facility. Our CQC-registered services focus on independence, dignity, and social development through structured daily activities and clinical oversight.
Step Down Care
We facilitate transition from hospital to home through tailored step-down programmes. Our specialist team supports physical recovery and psychological adjustment post-illness/injury. Each plan incorporates medical monitoring, therapeutic interventions, and family involvement to ensure seamless reintegration into community living environments.
24/7 Nursing
Registered nurses provide round-the-clock clinical care at both facilities. Our on-call system ensures immediate response to medical emergencies while maintaining daily health management. Services include medication administration, condition monitoring, and specialist care for technology-dependent residents across all hours.
Special Needs Support
We address complex physical, learning, and behavioural needs through multidisciplinary approaches. Our staff receive regular training in specific conditions affecting residents. Support includes mobility assistance, communication aids, and adaptive life skills development delivered in accordance with individualised care frameworks.
Wow Moments
Our experiential programme creates positive emotional experiences for residents. Activities are designed to promote happiness through sensory stimulation, recreational outings, and creative expression. Each 'Wow Moment' reinforces self-esteem and social engagement while addressing individual therapeutic objectives within care plans.
People
Amanda Owen
Director
Registered general and sick children's nurse with 25+ years specialist youth care experience. Established Seaside Care Homes in 2008 to address gaps in transitional care services for complex needs adolescents.
Georgina Decata
Registered Manager
Clinical lead at Driftwood Lodge with 15 years' experience in paediatric care coordination. Oversees daily operations and quality assurance across all care delivery processes in compliance with CQC standards.
Amanda Blackmore
Home Manager
Experienced residential services director at Marella Lodge. Specialises in creating structured living environments that balance clinical needs with personal development opportunities for residents with profound disabilities.
Questions
What age group do you support?
We specialise in care for young people aged 11-25 with complex physical, medical, and developmental needs.
How are care plans developed?
Individual plans are created through multidisciplinary assessments involving residents, families, and healthcare professionals, with quarterly reviews.
Can families visit residents?
Yes, visits are encouraged by arrangement with managers to ensure continuity of care and resident wellbeing.
What qualifications do your staff hold?
All staff have specialist youth care certifications with regular mandatory training updates in paediatric first aid and disability support.
How do you ensure resident safety?
We implement CQC-registered safeguarding protocols with 24/7 nursing oversight and secure premises featuring emergency call systems.
Can you accommodate technology-dependent residents?
Yes, both homes are equipped for residents requiring ventilators, feeding tubes, and other life-support technologies.
