Rosewood House
Rosewood House is a nursing home in Launceston, Cornwall (PL15 7PU). It holds a CQC rating of Requires Improvement.
About Rosewood House
We at Rosewood House offer nursing care in the historic market town of Launceston, providing a supportive home for adults with complex needs across Cornwall and the wider South West. Nestled within the PL postcode area, our home benefits from the peaceful character of Launceston, a town known for its heritage, green surroundings and welcoming community feel. The setting offers residents a calm and familiar backdrop, whilst remaining well connected for visiting family and friends. Our environment has been thoughtfully arranged to feel homely and reassuring, giving residents comfortable spaces to relax, socialise and enjoy quieter moments of their own. Our specialisms reflect the breadth of care we provide. Alongside skilled nursing care, we support residents living with dementia, adults with learning disabilities or autism, and those experiencing mental health needs. We also care for individuals with physical disabilities and residents with visual or hearing impairments, tailoring communication and daily routines to suit each person. For families needing shorter term support, we offer respite care, providing a trusted place where a loved one can stay whilst regular carers take a well earned break. In practice, this means our team gets to know each resident as an individual. We take time to understand personal histories, preferences and the small details that make daily life feel meaningful, from favourite meals to treasured routines. Families are treated as partners in care, kept informed and welcomed into the life of the home. Whether a resident requires clinical nursing input, gentle reassurance through the changes of dementia, or specialist support around sensory needs, our aim is to help each person feel safe, respected and genuinely at home. Our most recent CQC inspection, carried out in September 2023, gave Rosewood House an overall rating of Requires Improvement. We were pleased that the inspectors rated us Good for being Caring and Responsive, recognising the warmth of our team and the way we tailor support around each resident. We fully acknowledge the areas identified for further development in Safe, Effective and Well led, and we take this feedback seriously. Continuous improvement is central to how we operate, and we are committed to strengthening these areas so that every aspect of life at Rosewood House reflects the standard of compassion our residents already experience day to day. Choosing a nursing home is one of the most important decisions a family can make, and we understand the care and thought that goes into it. If you are exploring options in Launceston or the surrounding Cornwall area, we warmly invite you to get in touch, ask questions and arrange a visit. Meeting our team and seeing our home in person is the best way to feel confident that your loved one will be supported with kindness, dignity and genuine understanding.
Care provided at Rosewood House
- Dementia care
- Mental health care
- Learning disability and autism support
- Physical disability support
- Sensory impairment support
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 13 September 2023
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about Rosewood House
Where is Rosewood House located?
Rosewood House is a nursing home in Launceston, Cornwall, PL15 7PU. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Rosewood House provide?
Rosewood House is registered to provide nursing and personal care, with support that includes Dementia care, Mental health care, Learning disability and autism support, Physical disability support, Sensory impairment support, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Rosewood House's CQC rating?
Rosewood House is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Requires Improvement following its last inspection on 13 September 2023. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Rosewood House provide dementia care?
Yes. Rosewood House supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does Rosewood House offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Rosewood House offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Rosewood House
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. Rosewood House is registered for dementia care, so someone whose needs increase can usually stay rather than move.
Is there a nurse on site if health needs change?
Yes. Yes. Rosewood House is registered to provide nursing care, so registered nurses are part of the team.
Can they try a short stay before deciding?
Yes. Yes. Rosewood 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?
Ask the home. The register does not say which age groups the home supports. Ask the home.
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
Rosewood 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.
- Residential care: £1,000 to £1,300 per week per person, typical range
- Dementia care: £1,100 to £1,400 per week per person, typical range
- Nursing care: £1,250 to £1,600 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the South West, not a quote from Rosewood House. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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