Moorend Place – Roseberry Care Centres
At a Glance
The information you need to decide whether this home warrants a closer look.
Nursing homes
Staff warmth score
of reviewers answered yes
Good to know
- Registered beds58
- SpecialismsCaring for adults over 65 yrs, Caring for adults under 65 yrs, Dementia
- Last inspected2020-04-01
- Activities programmeThe home provides a café space where families can spend quality time with residents in a relaxed setting. While the building itself requires manual door opening by staff, which can occasionally slow entry during busy periods, visitors find the atmosphere inside comfortable and conducive to meaningful visits.
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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 regularly comment on the warm reception they receive, with staff making time to chat despite busy schedules. The home runs a full programme of activities — from memory cafés to craft sessions — that keep residents engaged throughout the day. Families appreciate seeing their relatives participating in bingo, coffee mornings and other social activities that bring people together.
Based on 30 Google reviews · 0 reviews on carehome.co.uk · most recent 2026-04-10
The eight family priority themes
- Staff warmth75
- Compassion & dignity85
- Cleanliness65
- Activities & engagement65
- Food quality60
- Healthcare65
- Management & leadership70
- Resident happiness70
What inspectors found
Inspected 2020-04-01 · Report published 2020-04-01 · Inspected 3 times in the last three years
Is this home safe?
{"found":"The inspection rated this domain Good. This indicates that inspectors found medicines management, safeguarding arrangements, and staffing levels to be broadly sound at the time of the visit. However, the published summary contains no specific detail about staffing ratios, night cover, agency use, or how incidents and accidents are recorded and acted upon. The inspection was conducted in August 2020, so current safety arrangements cannot be confirmed from this report alone.","quotes":[],"family_meaning":"A Good rating for safety is reassuring, but it is not the whole picture. Our Good Practice evidence base flags that night staffing is where safety most commonly slips in care homes, and that heavy reliance on agency staff undermines the consistency that keeps residents safe. Neither of these is addressed in the published findings for Moorend Place. If your parent has dementia, falls risk and consistent supervision are daily realities, not occasional concerns. You need current answers, not a 2020 rating.","evidence_base":"The IFF Research and Leeds Beckett University rapid evidence review found that agency staff reliance is one of the strongest predictors of safety incidents in care homes, because unfamiliar staff are less likely to recognise a resident's baseline behaviour and more likely to miss early warning signs.","watch_out":"Ask to see the staffing rota for the last two weeks, not a template. Count how many shifts were covered by permanent staff and how many by agency workers, and ask specifically how many carers and nurses are on duty overnight for all 58 beds."}
Is the care effective?
{"found":"The inspection rated this domain Good. This indicates that care plans, healthcare access, staff training, and nutritional support were considered adequate at the time of the visit. The published summary provides no specific detail about dementia training content, GP access arrangements, how care plans are reviewed, or how families are involved in those reviews. As a nursing home with a dementia specialism, the quality of clinical oversight and care planning is particularly important.","quotes":[],"family_meaning":"A Good rating for effectiveness tells you that the basics were in place in 2020, but our family review data shows that food quality (mentioned in 20.9% of positive reviews) and dementia-specific care (12.7%) are two of the areas families feel most strongly about. Neither is addressed in the published findings. Good Practice research is clear that care plans should be living documents, updated as your parent's condition changes, and that dementia training needs to go beyond an annual online module to include practical communication skills for staff at every level.","evidence_base":"The Leeds Beckett rapid evidence review found that regular, meaningful GP access and proactive health monitoring are among the strongest protective factors for residents with dementia, reducing avoidable hospital admissions and supporting quality of life.","watch_out":"Ask the manager how often care plans are formally reviewed, whether families are invited to those reviews, and what specific dementia training all care staff (not just seniors) have completed in the last 12 months. Ask to see a sample training record if they are willing to share one."}
Is this home caring?
{"found":"The inspection rated this domain Outstanding, the highest possible rating. This is the clearest signal in the entire report: inspectors found evidence of caring practice that substantially exceeded the standard expected of a Good home. Outstanding in Caring is awarded to fewer than one in ten care homes inspected. The published summary does not reproduce the specific observations or testimony that led to this rating, but the rating itself carries significant weight. The home's dementia specialism makes this finding particularly relevant.","quotes":[],"family_meaning":"Staff warmth is the single most important factor in family satisfaction across our 3,602-review data set: it appears in 57.3% of positive reviews, more than any other theme. Compassion and dignity together account for 55.2%. An Outstanding rating for Caring maps directly onto what families tell us they value most. If the warmth observed in 2020 has been maintained, this is a genuinely meaningful strength. The honest caveat is that staff teams change, and the people who earned that Outstanding may not all still be there. Observe staff interactions yourself on a visit, watching how they speak to residents in corridors, not just in formal settings.","evidence_base":"Good Practice research consistently shows that non-verbal communication matters as much as spoken words for people with advanced dementia. Staff who slow down, make eye contact, and respond to body language rather than just speech produce measurably lower levels of distress in residents.","watch_out":"During your visit, pay attention to how staff interact with residents when they do not know they are being observed, in corridors, near the nurses station, or during a quiet moment. Notice whether staff use residents' preferred names and whether the pace feels unhurried. These small signals are more reliable than anything said directly to you."}
Is the home responsive?
{"found":"The inspection rated this domain Good. This indicates that the home was considered to be responding to residents' individual needs and preferences adequately at the time of the visit. The published summary contains no specific detail about the activity programme, how one-to-one engagement is provided for residents who cannot join group sessions, how individual preferences are recorded and acted upon, or how complaints are handled. For a home with a dementia specialism, meaningful daily activity is a clinical need, not a luxury.","quotes":[],"family_meaning":"Activities appear in 21.4% of positive family reviews, and resident happiness (how content and settled residents appear) is mentioned in 27.1%. Our Good Practice evidence base is emphatic that group activities are not enough, particularly for people with moderate or advanced dementia. Tailored one-to-one engagement, including familiar everyday tasks and sensory activities, makes a measurable difference to wellbeing and reduces distressed behaviour. None of this is addressed in the published findings, so you will need to ask directly.","evidence_base":"The IFF Research review found that Montessori-based and task-oriented individual activities, such as folding, sorting, and simple domestic routines, produced significant reductions in agitation and improved mood in people with dementia, compared with group activity programmes alone.","watch_out":"Ask the activities coordinator specifically what happens for a resident who cannot engage with group sessions. Ask to see last week's actual activity records, not the planned schedule, and ask whether one-to-one time is formally timetabled or left to available staff."}
Is the home well-led?
{"found":"The inspection rated this domain Good. A named registered manager and a nominated individual are recorded in the registration data, which points to a stable governance structure. The published summary includes no specific observations about the manager's day-to-day visibility, how staff are supported and supervised, how feedback from residents and families is acted upon, or how the home has developed since the 2020 inspection. The inspection is now more than four years old, which is a significant gap for assessing current leadership quality.","quotes":[],"family_meaning":"Management quality is cited in 23.4% of positive family reviews, and our Good Practice evidence base shows that leadership stability is one of the strongest predictors of a home's quality trajectory over time. A manager who knows residents by name, supports staff openly, and responds promptly when families raise concerns makes a concrete difference to daily life. Communication with families is mentioned in 11.5% of positive reviews. None of this can be assessed from the 2020 published report, so meeting the current manager in person is essential before making a decision.","evidence_base":"The Leeds Beckett rapid evidence review found that care homes where staff felt able to raise concerns without fear of penalty had consistently better outcomes for residents, including fewer avoidable incidents and higher family satisfaction scores.","watch_out":"When you visit, ask to meet the registered manager in person and ask how long they have been in post. Ask one specific question about something that went wrong recently and how the home responded. A confident, specific answer is a good sign; a vague or defensive one is worth taking seriously."}
Source: CQC inspection report →
What the evidence base says
Against the DCC Good Practice in Dementia Care standards, this home’s evidence aligns most strongly on Moorend Place provides residential care for adults over 65, with specialist support for those living with dementia. The home also accepts younger adults who need care support.. Gaps or open questions remain on The dementia care at Moorend Place incorporates memory-focused activities and structured daily routines that help residents feel secure. Staff work to understand each person's individual needs and preferences, adapting their approach accordingly. — 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
Moorend Place scores well above average on compassion and dignity, reflecting its Outstanding rating for Caring, but the 2020 inspection date means many areas lack current, specific evidence and several important family questions remain unanswered.
Homes in Yorkshire & Humberside typically score 68–82.The three-lens summary
What families tell us
Visitors regularly comment on the warm reception they receive, with staff making time to chat despite busy schedules. The home runs a full programme of activities — from memory cafés to craft sessions — that keep residents engaged throughout the day. Families appreciate seeing their relatives participating in bingo, coffee mornings and other social activities that bring people together.
What inspectors have recorded
Staff demonstrate particular skill in supporting residents through difficult transitions, including emergency moves and adjustments from previous care settings. Families have been especially moved by the compassionate end-of-life care provided here, with staff ensuring dignity and comfort while supporting both residents and their loved ones through these sensitive times. The team maintains clear communication with families about care plans and any changes.
How it sits against good practice
For families navigating care decisions in Sheffield, visiting Moorend Place offers a chance to see their approach firsthand and chat with the team about your specific situation.
Worth a visit
Moorend Place, at 34 Commonside in Sheffield, was rated Good overall at its last official inspection in August 2020, with an Outstanding rating specifically for Caring. That Outstanding Caring rating is meaningful: inspectors reserve it for homes where the evidence of warmth, dignity, and respectful treatment goes well beyond the expected standard. The home is registered for 58 beds and lists dementia as one of its specialisms, alongside nursing and personal care for both older and younger adults. A named registered manager and nominated individual are in place, which points to a stable leadership structure. The most important thing to hold in mind is that this inspection took place in August 2020, more than four years ago. A lot can change in a care home over that period, including staffing, leadership, and physical conditions. The published summary is also brief, which means many of the questions families most need answered, including night staffing ratios, agency use, food quality, activity provision, and how the home involves families in care decisions, simply cannot be answered from the published record. Before committing to this home, visit in person, ideally at a mealtime or during an activity session, and ask the manager directly for the answers to the specific questions listed in this report.
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In Their Own Words
How Moorend Place – Roseberry Care Centres describes itself — collected from its own website. DCC has not edited or independently verified the content in this tab.
Where warmth meets expertise in Sheffield's dementia care
Moorend Place – Expert Care in Sheffield
When families visit Moorend Place in Sheffield, they're struck by how genuinely welcoming it feels. This care home supports residents with dementia alongside those needing general care, and families often mention how staff take time to connect with both residents and relatives. The home has built a reputation for creating meaningful moments, whether through daily activities or simply ensuring everyone feels heard.
Who they care for
Moorend Place provides residential care for adults over 65, with specialist support for those living with dementia. The home also accepts younger adults who need care support.
The dementia care at Moorend Place incorporates memory-focused activities and structured daily routines that help residents feel secure. Staff work to understand each person's individual needs and preferences, adapting their approach accordingly.
Management & ethos
Staff demonstrate particular skill in supporting residents through difficult transitions, including emergency moves and adjustments from previous care settings. Families have been especially moved by the compassionate end-of-life care provided here, with staff ensuring dignity and comfort while supporting both residents and their loved ones through these sensitive times. The team maintains clear communication with families about care plans and any changes.
The home & environment
The home provides a café space where families can spend quality time with residents in a relaxed setting. While the building itself requires manual door opening by staff, which can occasionally slow entry during busy periods, visitors find the atmosphere inside comfortable and conducive to meaningful visits.
“For families navigating care decisions in Sheffield, visiting Moorend Place offers a chance to see their approach firsthand and chat with the team about your specific situation.”
DCC does not edit or curate content in this tab. For independently curated information, see The Evidence and DCC Verdict.
