Author: Rosehill

Residential Home For The Elderly
Est. 1983

Proprietors
Mr Tony Hill-Eades
Mrs Dawn Hill-Eades

Rosehill House is situated outside the small village of Moresby which is approximately 2 miles from Whitehaven. It is a late 18th century listed building set in its own mature grounds which extend to more than 3 acres. The secluded gardens can be enjoyed by the Residents at all times and the elevated situation of the house provides many pleasant views over the surrounding countryside.
The home provides spacious accommodation for day care, short stay or long term care. The caring supervision is under the direction of Dawn Hill-Eades who has many years experience in caring for the elderly. The friendly staff, most of whom hold qualifications in caring for the elderly are available 24 hours a day.
The home is approximately 100 metres from the well known Rosehill Theatre in which plays, musical evenings and other entertainments are regularly performed.
Moresby is on the edge of the Lake District and in the summer months outings are arranged for the residents. Whitehaven is a coastal town and outings are also arranged along the coast. There is a limited service bus from Whitehaven to within one half mile of the home. There is also a train station at Whitehaven.
The home has accommodation for 23 residents in 13 single and 5 double bedrooms, all of which have private toilet and wash hand basin facilities. Two of the double rooms have been created with couples in mind and have an en-suite wet room. Screens are available in shared bedrooms for “individual privacy” if required. Commodes are also available. All rooms, including toilets and bathrooms are fitted with a call bell system and are fully centrally heated with guards and temperature control valves on all radiators and room thermostats in each room. All bedrooms have a lockable drawer, wardrobe and chest of drawers provided.

Rosehill House has been family owned and run since it was established in 1983. it has a very homely and relaxed atmosphere and any visitors who come are made most welcome (the kettle is always on). All members of staff are dedicated to the residents they care for and take an active interest in all aspects of their daily lives.
Rosehill House offers a wide range of activities, both social and entertaining e.g. board games, music and movement, quizzes, visiting entertainers, staff entertainment. There is also a member of staff who organises activity sessions three times per week, which is fun and interesting for the residents if they wish to take part.
In the summer months we have family bar-b-ques and garden parties to which all are welcome. We also have residents and families outings and a trip is organised to go and look at the Christmas lights around the local towns and villages.
The proprietors encourage prospective residents and their families to visit the home, meet the staff and existing residents and talk about life at Rosehill House.

Residents of any gender, sexual orientation or religion are welcome but it is regretted that facilities are not available where, due to ill-health full time qualified nursing is required, or there are periods of lack of physical control which could cause physical harm to other residents. It is suggested that prospective residents try a trial period not exceeding 6 weeks, in order that both proprietors and resident can satisfy each other in order of the suitability of residency.
The fees include the provision of all meals, heating, laundry, personal assistance and care. The home has a passenger lift and a wide range of special aids for toilets, baths and beds. Soap and toilet roll are supplied by the home. The residents are responsible for all medical requisites, newspapers, hairdresser, alcohol and any other items of a luxury or personal nature. Fees are reviewed annually on the 1st of March and all residents are given 28 days notice in writing of any increases. Fees are payable 4 weeks in advance preferably by direct debit from a bank account.
A qualified hairdresser visits the home once a week and the home will run any errands, go shopping or post mail for the residents.
Residents can retain the services of their own GP if it is practicable to do so, or alternatively may be registered with a local GP of their choice. Visits by a GP will be arranged when required or requested, all consultations are done in private.
In the event of hospitalisation the residents accommodation is retained for 6 weeks, and will then be reviewed.
There is no restriction on visits to residents but meal times should be avoided. Car parking facilities at the home are extensive and are supplied without any charge.

Residents who are medically fit and do not require supervision are encouraged to make excursions. The proprietors request prior notice of any resident who is to be away from the home overnight.
Meal Times.
Breakfast: 6am onwards
Morning coffee: 10.00a.m.
Lunch: 11.45a.m.
Afternoon tea: 2.00p.m.
Evening meal: 4.00p.m.
Supper: 7.00p.m.
All meals are freshly cooked on-site by our qualified cooks.
In the event of specialist treatment being required, e.g. from an Optician, Podiatrist, Dental surgeon etc.. Arrangements can be made within the N.H.S, (if available) or with any private practice. All treatments that incur a fee will have to be made by the resident.
The residency may be terminated by proprietors or the resident upon 4 weeks written notice and may be terminated by the proprietors at any time in the event of gross misconduct by the resident, persistent misconduct of a minor nature, deterioration in physical or mental health which in the opinion of a registered medical practitioner requires specialist care, or the non-payment of fees. In the event of the death of a resident the proprietors will immediately inform the residents next of kin who will be responsible for making funeral arrangements without delay.
The proprietors recognise the importance of the spiritual needs of residents and the local clergy visit the home on a regular basis. Communion is taken every 4 weeks. Every assistance is given to visiting clergy of any denomination.

Residents may furnish their own rooms at the discretion of the proprietors and are encouraged to retain small personal items e.g. photographs, pictures and ornaments. All clothing must be clearly labelled with the residents name. There are 2 communal lounges and 2 communal dinning areas. Smoking is not permitted anywhere in the home but is allowed outside the front door. We do not have a smoking room. The home complies fully with current fire regulations.
We also have fitted, and recorded CCTV on the premises as well as finger print access to the home for the best security for the residents and staff.

Fingerprint access and call bell

The home is insured with the Ecclesiastical.
All records of both medical and personal nature are kept in accordance with all regulations which may be laid down from time to time and in accordance with guide lines issued by the Care Quality Commission. The home has a confidentiality policy. In the event of residents having cause for complaint the proprietors must be informed immediately, so as the matter can be resolved. In the event of any complaint not being resolved the matter can be raised with the local authority, social services or the Local Government Ombudsman on 0300 061 0614.

Rosehill House
Moresby, Whitehaven, Cumbria.
CA28 6SF.
Telephone: (01946) 695235
Fax: (01946) 694248
Website: www.rosehillcarehome.co.uk
Email: rosehillhouse@hotmail.co.uk

Residential Care Home registered with the Care Quality Commission, under the provisions of the Health and Social Care Act 2008