Rose House | Runwood Homes Senior Living
At a Glance
The information you need to decide whether this home warrants a closer look.
Residential homes
Staff warmth score
of reviewers answered yes
Good to know
- Registered beds61
- SpecialismsCaring for adults over 65 yrs, Caring for adults under 65 yrs, Dementia, Physical disabilities, Sensory impairment
- Last inspected2018-07-18
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The Evidence
What the review data, the inspection reports, and the dementia-care evidence base tell us about this home.
What families say
Visitors often comment on the friendly atmosphere they find here. Staff greet families warmly and make time for a chat over a cup of tea. Residents are treated with respect and seem content in their daily routines.
The eight family priority themes
- Staff warmth72
- Compassion & dignity72
- Cleanliness70
- Activities & engagement65
- Food quality65
- Healthcare68
- Management & leadership70
- Resident happiness68
What inspectors found
Inspected 2018-07-18
Is this home safe?
Is the care effective?
The effective domain was rated Good at the February 2022 inspection. The published report does not describe care plan quality, dementia training content, GP access arrangements, or how food choices and dietary needs are managed. A Good rating suggests inspectors were satisfied with the home's practice in these areas, but no specific evidence is available in the published text to confirm what that looked like in practice.Is this home caring?
The caring domain was rated Good at the February 2022 inspection. The published report does not include direct inspector observations of staff interactions, quotes from residents or relatives about kindness or dignity, or descriptions of how staff respond to distress. A Good rating indicates inspectors did not find concerns in this area, but there is no specific evidence in the published text to illustrate what caring practice looks like day to day at Rose House.Is the home responsive?
The responsive domain was rated Good at the February 2022 inspection. The published report does not describe the activities programme, one-to-one engagement provision, how individual preferences are incorporated into daily life, or end-of-life planning arrangements. A Good rating suggests inspectors were satisfied, but no specific activities, schedules, or examples of individualised responses are documented in the available text.Is the home well-led?
The well-led domain was rated Good at the February 2022 inspection. The registered manager is named as Mrs Kathryn Joanne Unwin, and the nominated individual is Dr Gavin O'Hare-Connolly. The home is operated by Runwood Homes Limited. The published report does not include observations about management visibility, staff culture, governance processes, or how the home responds to complaints and incidents.
Source: CQC inspection report →
What the evidence base says
Rose House provides care for adults over and under 65, including those with dementia, physical disabilities and sensory impairments. The home accepts residents with dementia, though specific dementia care approaches aren't detailed in recent feedback. 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
Rose House received a Good rating across all five domains at its February 2022 inspection, which is a solid baseline, but the published report contains very limited specific detail, observations, or direct quotes, so scores reflect a confirmed Good standard rather than one backed by rich, specific evidence.
Homes in Yorkshire & Humberside typically score 68–82.The three-lens summary
What families tell us
Visitors often comment on the friendly atmosphere they find here. Staff greet families warmly and make time for a chat over a cup of tea. Residents are treated with respect and seem content in their daily routines.
What inspectors have recorded
Staff are described as polite and approachable when families visit. However, the home has experienced challenges with medication management that resulted in serious health consequences for one resident. Families of residents with complex medical needs should discuss care requirements thoroughly before choosing this home.
How it sits against good practice
Families considering Rose House will want to visit and see how the activity programme and friendly atmosphere might suit their loved one's social needs.
Worth a visit
Rose House, on Church Street in Doncaster, was rated Good across all five inspection domains at its most recent inspection in February 2022. The home is run by Runwood Homes Limited and supports up to 61 people, including those living with dementia, physical disabilities, and sensory impairment, as well as both older and younger adults. A Good rating across every domain is a meaningful result and suggests inspectors found no significant concerns. The main limitation of this report for families is that the published text contains very little specific detail: no direct observations of care interactions, no resident or relative quotes, and no breakdown of what inspectors actually saw on the day. That makes it hard to tell you exactly what good looks like inside this home. Before choosing Rose House, visit in person during an activity session and a mealtime, speak to the registered manager about staffing levels and dementia training, and ask to see a recent care plan to check whether it reflects the individual person rather than a generic template.
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In Their Own Words
How Rose House | Runwood Homes Senior Living describes itself — collected from its own website. DCC has not edited or independently verified the content in this tab.
Friendly Yorkshire home where residents enjoy activities and outings together
Dedicated residential home Support in Doncaster
Rose House in Doncaster offers a welcoming environment where residents take part in regular activities and entertainment. This purpose-built home creates opportunities for social connection through its activity programme, though families should note it's better suited to those without complex medical needs.
Who they care for
Rose House provides care for adults over and under 65, including those with dementia, physical disabilities and sensory impairments.
The home accepts residents with dementia, though specific dementia care approaches aren't detailed in recent feedback.
“Families considering Rose House will want to visit and see how the activity programme and friendly atmosphere might suit their loved one's social needs.”
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
Rose House received a Good rating across all five domains at its February 2022 inspection, which is a solid baseline, but the published report contains very limited specific detail, observations, or direct quotes, so scores reflect a confirmed Good standard rather than one backed by rich, specific evidence.
Homes in Yorkshire & Humberside typically score 68–82.The three-lens summary
What families tell us
Visitors often comment on the friendly atmosphere they find here. Staff greet families warmly and make time for a chat over a cup of tea. Residents are treated with respect and seem content in their daily routines.
What inspectors have recorded
Staff are described as polite and approachable when families visit. However, the home has experienced challenges with medication management that resulted in serious health consequences for one resident. Families of residents with complex medical needs should discuss care requirements thoroughly before choosing this home.
How it sits against good practice
Families considering Rose House will want to visit and see how the activity programme and friendly atmosphere might suit their loved one's social needs.
Worth a visit
Rose House, on Church Street in Doncaster, was rated Good across all five inspection domains at its most recent inspection in February 2022. The home is run by Runwood Homes Limited and supports up to 61 people, including those living with dementia, physical disabilities, and sensory impairment, as well as both older and younger adults. A Good rating across every domain is a meaningful result and suggests inspectors found no significant concerns. The main limitation of this report for families is that the published text contains very little specific detail: no direct observations of care interactions, no resident or relative quotes, and no breakdown of what inspectors actually saw on the day. That makes it hard to tell you exactly what good looks like inside this home. Before choosing Rose House, visit in person during an activity session and a mealtime, speak to the registered manager about staffing levels and dementia training, and ask to see a recent care plan to check whether it reflects the individual person rather than a generic template.
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Let our analysis show you how Rose House | Runwood Homes Senior Living measures up against the other homes you’re considering. Free account.
In Their Own Words
How Rose House | Runwood Homes Senior Living describes itself — collected from its own website. DCC has not edited or independently verified the content in this tab.
Friendly Yorkshire home where residents enjoy activities and outings together
Dedicated residential home Support in Doncaster
Rose House in Doncaster offers a welcoming environment where residents take part in regular activities and entertainment. This purpose-built home creates opportunities for social connection through its activity programme, though families should note it's better suited to those without complex medical needs.
Who they care for
Rose House provides care for adults over and under 65, including those with dementia, physical disabilities and sensory impairments.
The home accepts residents with dementia, though specific dementia care approaches aren't detailed in recent feedback.
Management & ethos
Staff are described as polite and approachable when families visit. However, the home has experienced challenges with medication management that resulted in serious health consequences for one resident. Families of residents with complex medical needs should discuss care requirements thoroughly before choosing this home.
The home & environment
The home is purpose-built with attractive décor throughout. Spaces are kept clean and well-maintained, creating a pleasant environment for residents.
“Families considering Rose House will want to visit and see how the activity programme and friendly atmosphere might suit their loved one's social needs.”
DCC does not edit or curate content in this tab. For independently curated information, see The Evidence and DCC Verdict.
