Alina Homecare Brighton

4 Warren Way, Woodingdean, Brighton BN2 6PJ
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Alina Homecare Brighton is a high-quality agency offering home care services in Brighton, Peacehaven, Rottingdean, Saltdean, Telscombe Cliffs, Whitehawk & Woodingdean. The branch itself is located in Woodingdean, which sits on the border between Brighton & Hove and East Sussex.

A variety of services are offered to make up care packages, including home care, live-in care, respite care, complex care and disability care.

Staff respect individuals at all times, treating clients with the dignity that they deserve. They also place a high level of importance on communication and keep all relevant parties informed about any major care decisions that are taken.

Staff are stringently vetted by the company and are heavily CRB and referenced checked. They then undergo an extensive training programme to reach the level expected by clients and their families.
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Care Provided by Alina Homecare Brighton

Types of Home Care

  • Visiting Care
  • Live-in Care
  • 24 Hour Care
  • Overnight Care (Waking)
  • Overnight Care (Sleeping)

Minimum Visit Duration (Visiting Care)

  • 30 minutes

Contract Durations

  • Ongoing / Long Term
  • Respite / Short Term

Age Ranges

  • Older Person Care (65+)
  • Younger Adult Care (18-65)

Personal Care Services

  • Washing & Dressing
  • Toileting Assistance
  • Medication Assistance (Oral)
  • Companionship
  • Continence Care
  • Feeding & Drinking Assistance

Household Services

  • Cleaning Service
  • Food Preparation & Serving
  • Laundry Service
  • Shopping Service / Errands
  • Transportation Service

Other Care Provided

  • Dementia
  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Stroke
  • Cancer Care
  • Palliative / End of Life Care
  • Learning Disability / Autism
  • Mental Health Condition
  • Physical Disability
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • Alcohol / Drug Misuse
  • Hospital Discharge

Funding & Fees

We pride ourselves on providing excellent quality Home Care at competitive prices.


The cost of Home Care will vary depending on the type of care you need, how often you need it, and where you live. We offer everything from 30 minute visits to 24 hour Live-in Care. If you have more complex needs, you may need two Home Carers per visit, so we can provide a cost for this too.


Live-in Care is generally considered to be a cost effective alternative to living in a care home, whilst still providing a level of independence. Everyone’s needs are different so the costs of Live-in Care can vary depending on the level of care required. Unlike other Home Care options, the costs of our Live-in Care remains the same wherever you live across the South of England.


We adapt our Home Care services to suit your specific requirements. Our Home Care costs include a personalised care plan, ensuring your care suits your needs, wishes and budget.


We want to make arranging Home Care as simple and easy as possible. When you contact your local Team, we’ll work with you to design a customised care plan. Once you choose our service, your care plan is kept under constant review so that it continues to suit you.


Your home. Your care. Your choice.

Funding Types Accepted

  • Private Funding (Self-funded)
  • Direct Payments (from Local Authority/NHS)
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Good to Know

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Donna Stinton (Registered Manager)

Alina Homecare Brighton Reviews (50)

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Alina Homecare Brighton has a Review Score of 10 (9.966) out of 10, based on 15 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Alina Homecare Brighton has 50 reviews.

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Review from Colin C (Son of Client) published on 22 September 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I had been looking after my mother for four and a half months without any assistance and consequently I was looking for an agency to give me some much needed respite. With Alina I have not only received this but the carers have been excellent and given my mother some additional company which has been
very good for her, striking the right balance of being very caring but never condescending. This has allowed me some time to myself to recharge my batteries and consequently become a better carer for my mother.
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Review from Julie (Daughter of Client) published on 7 September 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
From the first time I spoke to the manager I was completely overwhelmed by the way she made me feel reassured about putting the care of my parents in her hands. She did not disappoint along with the carer and her team mum and dad have had their every need taken care of even when we had to move to palliative
care for dad they made sure his passing was as comfortable and calm as it could possibly be. Moving forward with sadly just mum they continue to support me with mum's ever-changing needs and for this, I will be eternally grateful.
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Review from G P (Friend of Client) published on 31 March 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
The agency provided a bespoke service for my friend which enabled her to continue to live in her own home.
The carers that I met were all very kind and positive and had a lovely way of dealing with my friend who has Alzheimer's.
They were prepared to go the extra mile to ensure she was happy.
Before
the carers were involved she was not eating properly or taking her medication. They made sure she had at least two if not three meals a day - my friend was not a big eater at the best of times - and always took her daily medication.
She has enjoyed many trips out which usually involved having either breakfast, elevenses or lunch and the odd spot of shopping.
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Review from Rod E (Cousin of Client) published on 13 November 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Although I have only known of Alina for a few months I have nothing but praise and total admiration for both the staff and the organisation itself.
The good humour and loving care in quite testing circumstances has been simply wonderful! Our grateful thanks to everyone at Alina and how pleased we
are that my cousin's partner will continue to receive care from you. Five stars seems totally inadequate! 10* far more appropriate! Keep up the excellent work!
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Review from Amanda S (Daughter of Client) published on 20 May 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The Alina team looked after my Mum who had Alzheimer's and needed everything doing for her. They were always fantastic with her and she really looked forward to their visits. One particular lady especially made her laugh and they would sing together whilst having a wash and brush up. They were so caring
with her once the care became palliative. The manager then turned around a care package really quickly, which enabled us to get Dad home from hospital for his last few days. I cannot express how much appreciated this was. Thanks to all who have helped.
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Review from Michael T (Son of Client) published on 15 February 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Overall I was very pleased with the service provided by Alina Homecare over many years. They were very reliable and could always be trusted to attend on schedule. The majority of staff made a strong personal connection with the client, an important aspect when they may be the only contact throughout
the day. Some of the staff were exceptional, going far beyond the level of personal care expected. The staff were very good at maintaining contact with the family members in times of difficulty and the office staff very amenable in terms of providing extra care in times of need. The cleaners and household duties were done to a high standard in contrast to previous care agencies. If improvement were to be made it might be to increase the level of support for inexperienced carers to prepare them better for dealing with patients with dementia who frequently can be difficult, uncooperative, suspicious and unintentionally rude to carers they see on an infrequent basis.
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Review from Jennifer W (Client) published on 16 January 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Very good staff. I adore my carers and have relied on them to get me this far. Thank you very much for looking after me.
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Review from Diane S (Niece of Client) published on 1 October 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have nothing but praise for Alina Homecare Brighton. They have given 24-hour care to my relative (now deceased). All the carers have been loving and diligent. The office staff have been exemplary and efficient and kind. I would highly recommend them to anyone.
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Review from Carol P (Niece of Client) published on 23 August 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Alina Homecare Brighton has been providing care for my 91yr old aunt for the past year.


She is always treated with respect and understanding. Beyond the day to day routine, the carers sit and have a little chat with her, take an interest in what she has been doing and take time to reassure her on

the days when she is particularly confused or anxious. On several occasions, they have gone that "extra mile" for my aunt's comfort.


When safety issues regarding medication arose, these were quickly identified and dealt with and a permanent solution efficiently put in place.


Reluctant to have carers at first, these kind and caring ladies have completely won my aunt over. She tells me "They are lovely girls. We always have a laugh. Nothing is too much trouble for them"


I live a 3-4 hour car journey away from my aunt and needed a care agency I could trust. Alina has proved to be 100% reliable, professional, kind and caring. I have complete confidence in their care of my aunt.

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Review from Colin Y (Son of Client) published on 11 July 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
From day 1, I have found Alina Homecare very helpful and professional. Their staff and management are understanding and provide a high level of care often under difficult circumstances.
On the few occasions when we have had emergencies, they have stepped in and managed the situation extremely well.
I
would have no hesitation in recommending them to others.
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Current Review Score: 10.0 (9.966)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 10 (9.966) out of 10 for Alina Homecare Brighton is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 5.0 out of 5 from 15 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 15 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Home Care Provider is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  1. 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months. The Average Rating of 4.966 for Alina Homecare Brighton is calculated as follows: ( (85 Excellents x 5) + (3 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 88 Ratings = 4.966
  2. 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5').

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows: 3 points for the first Positive Review, 2 points in total for each of the next 9 Positive Reviews (1st = 3, 2nd = 0.5, 3rd = 0.5, 4th = 0.25, 5th = 0.25, 6th = 0.1, 7th = 0.1, 8th = 0.1, 9th = 0.1, 10th = 0.1)

    The 5 points relating to the number of Positive Reviews for Alina Homecare Brighton is based on 15 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as follows: 3 + 0.5 + 0.5 + 0.25 + 0.25 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 5
  3. When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
  4. If a Home Care Provider does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

Regulatory Rating

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

Date: 15 Jul 2022

Overall Good

  • Caring Good
  • Effective Good
  • Responsive Good
  • Safe Good
  • Well-led Requires improvement
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Meet the Team (1)

Donna

Donna

Job Title: Branch Manager Joined: 2014

Donna has many years of experience in the care sector. She is proud of her team for their dedication, compassion and professionalism at all times.

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