Rawleigh House

Rawleigh House is a residential care home in Sherborne, Dorset (DT9 3AJ). It holds a CQC rating of Good.

About Rawleigh House

Rawleigh House is a residential care home in Sherborne. We support older people who need daily care, adults with a learning disability and autistic adults, people with physical disabilities, people with a visual or hearing impairment, and younger adults. With a group that varied, one routine would suit nobody, so we do not run one. We work out what each person wants their days to look like and fit around it. Some people want company and things happening through the week; others want their own space and to be left to get on with things, with help within reach. We treat both as reasonable rather than as something to be managed. Where somebody has a sensory or physical impairment we pay close attention to the environment itself, because practical changes often do more for independence than extra support does. Respite stays are part of what we offer, giving family carers a proper rest and the person staying a change of scene. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission was good. We keep checking our own work between inspections, since that is where standards are really held. If you are looking for a place for yourself or a relative, come and see us on an ordinary day, meet the people who live here and ask us whatever you want to know.

Care provided at Rawleigh House

Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.

Common questions about Rawleigh House

Where is Rawleigh House located?

Rawleigh House is a residential care home in Sherborne, Dorset, DT9 3AJ. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.

What type of care does Rawleigh House provide?

Rawleigh House is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Learning disability and autism support, Physical disability support, Sensory impairment support, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.

What is Rawleigh House's CQC rating?

Rawleigh House is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 15 July 2023. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.

Does Rawleigh House offer respite or short-term care?

Yes. Rawleigh House offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.

Questions families ask about Rawleigh House

Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?

No. Rawleigh House is not listed for dementia care on the CQC register. If dementia is likely, choose a home that is, so a second move is not needed later.

Is there a nurse on site if health needs change?

No. Rawleigh House is a residential care home without on-site nursing. District nurses and GPs visit, but someone who needs daily nursing may have to move to a nursing home.

Can they try a short stay before deciding?

Yes. Yes. Rawleigh House offers respite and short stays, which is a good way to see whether the home is the right fit.

Will they support end of life care, so there is no move at the hardest time?

Ask the home. End of life care is not listed on the register. Ask the manager whether residents can remain in the home with hospice or district nurse support.

Can she bring her cat or dog?

Ask the home. The home has not told us its pet policy yet. Ask directly; some homes allow small pets in residents' rooms or welcome visiting dogs.

Can a couple stay together?

Ask the home. We do not know whether the home has rooms for couples. Ask about shared or adjoining rooms if this matters.

Will the council help pay, or is it self funded only?

Ask the home. The home has not told us which funding it accepts. Most homes take both council funded and self funded residents; ask about council rates and any top up.

Do they take younger adults as well as older people?

Yes. Yes. Rawleigh House supports younger adults as well as older people.

Can I visit before deciding, and are there visiting hours?

Ask the home. Every home should welcome a visit. Call to arrange one, ideally at a mealtime or during an activity, and ask about visiting hours for family.

Typical weekly fees in the South West

Rawleigh House has not published its fees yet. These are typical weekly fees for the South West, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.

Indicative figures for the South West, not a quote from Rawleigh House. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.

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