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The Rookery is thriving under new management since 2015 and has been graded as 'Good' in all the categories in latest CQC inspection report (August 2016).
Care Provided by The Rookery Care Home
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Learning Disability / Autism
- Mental Health Condition
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
- Eating Disorders
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 30 Service Users
Dementia Care TypesMild Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "mild dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Memory problems such as misplacing items and not be able to recall recent events (however, in some forms of dementia a person's memory may be unchanged)
- Difficulties thinking through problems and planning, making decisions
- Language and communication issues such as finding it difficult to recall the appropriate word in a conversation or following a conversation
- Poor orientation, getting lost in areas previously familiar to them
- Difficulty judging distances (more falls than usual)
- Changes in their normal mood including anxiety and depression
- In certain types of dementia, personality and behaviour changes may be present alongside or instead of issues with memory or concentration.
Moderate Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "moderate dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Worsened memory problems. Not always recognising own family members and friends. Repeating the same questions over and over again
- Worsened language and communication issues, forgetting what they are saying mid-sentence. Not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- More frequent confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Advanced Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "severe dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Severe memory problems. Not recognising family members and friends. Not being able to recall their own name
- Severe language and communication issues, not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- Severe confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Verbally or physically aggressive behaviour
If your loved one displays this type of behaviour you may need a care home that has specially trained staff. Verbal/physical aggression is often defined:
- Consistent shouting and screaming
- Verbal abuse
- Physical abuse
How we define Dementia Care Types
Mild Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "mild dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Memory problems such as misplacing items and not be able to recall recent events (however, in some forms of dementia a person's memory may be unchanged)
- Difficulties thinking through problems and planning, making decisions
- Language and communication issues such as finding it difficult to recall the appropriate word in a conversation or following a conversation
- Poor orientation, getting lost in areas previously familiar to them
- Difficulty judging distances (more falls than usual)
- Changes in their normal mood including anxiety and depression
- In certain types of dementia, personality and behaviour changes may be present alongside or instead of issues with memory or concentration.
Moderate Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "moderate dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Worsened memory problems. Not always recognising own family members and friends. Repeating the same questions over and over again
- Worsened language and communication issues, forgetting what they are saying mid-sentence. Not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- More frequent confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Advanced Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "severe dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Severe memory problems. Not recognising family members and friends. Not being able to recall their own name
- Severe language and communication issues, not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- Severe confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Verbally or physically aggressive behaviour
If your loved one displays this type of behaviour you may need a care home that has specially trained staff. Verbal/physical aggression is often defined:
- Consistent shouting and screaming
- Verbal abuse
- Physical abuse
How we define Dementia Care Types
- Mild Dementia
- Moderate Dementia
- Advanced/Complex Dementia
Other Care Provided
- Parkinson's Disease
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- Convalescent Care
- Day Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Smoking not permitted
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Residents Kitchenette
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
Local Authority residents are charged only Local Authority official rates and there is no "Top-Up".
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact The Rookery Care Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact The Rookery Care Home to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:
Funding Types Accepted
- Self-Funding (Private)
- Local Authority with Top-up
- Local Authority
- NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)
Good to Know
Owner
- Dual Care Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Lynne Brewell (Registered Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 50+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
- Last Refurbishment: 2020
- Number of floors: 2
Room Information
- Single Rooms (21)
- Couples/Companion Rooms (3)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (2)
Visiting
- Here at The Rookery you are welcome to visit at any time and stay for as long as you may like. You are welcome to sit in the lounge or in the bedroom or if you like, take your friend / relative for a day out. We would recommend, if you are coming from far away to call before you leave, just in case the person you are visiting has gone out or has a doctor/GP appointment.
Parking
- Numerous parking places are available on the road in the front and on the side. Limited parking slots are also available within the Rookery building premises.
The Rookery Care Home Reviews (40)
The Rookery Care Home has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.788) out of 10, based on 17 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time The Rookery Care Home has 40 reviews.
My mum was at The Rookery Care Home for around four years. Not a 'state of the art' care home but my word, the caring attitude and extra effort put in was second to none. Mum had always had anxiety and staff moved heaven and earth to try and help, especially at the end. Genuine upset when she died and had masses of support for her family. She felt like part of the family.
From everyone at The Rookery.
Friendly, welcoming staff. Very spacious with room to move around. Private area to go and spend time with residents, so other residents aren't distracted. On my visit, a fundraising event was taking place, so was rather busy in the garden.
Thank you for taking the time for the review and your kind words
My mum was admitted on respite. They got her settled very quickly, sorted out food as she is intolerant of various foods and checked on her regularly, if they hadn't, she would be dead. Can't thank them enough!
I have to comment that, as the government say 'unskilled workers', this is an insult and there is no reality to what these carers have been through, through lockdown.
It is unbelievable that carers have to deal with so much death, looking after their residents and also the family. I have the deepest respect for them all.
The Rookery is sweet, not a fancy care home but these carers never stop. I am now proud to call them my friends.
There is a comment that the carer mustn't get attached to the resident, this is impossible and as a family member, I want them to care and really feel loss because I could see my father was truly cared for.
I will never forget the support, help and love I have been wrapped in.
I was presented with a heart cushion made from one of his shirts. This is above and beyond, this is care.
My sister is well looked after, food looks nice. Staff friendly.
My mum moved into The Rookery mid August. We were very worried as she has Alzheimer's and we as a family had been caring for her at home for 3 and a half years but she had advanced rapidly, so needed full time care. The move was very easy and Mum settled in well especially as the staff were so friendly and attentive. We were left at ease and Mum is happy and very settled.
My father has been in The Rookery for the last four years. In that time, he has always been very well looked after and cared for. He is always clean and well-fed. The staff are excellent; always very helpful, and whilst this pandemic has been on, nothing is too much trouble for them. I only had to ring up and they would sort things out for me.
Thank you so much for your kind words; it really is appreciated by all the team here at The Rookery.
The Rookery is Mum's home, rather than just "a care home", the staff are more than just carers, they are Mum's friends. The Rookery is an interesting and welcoming home, with varied areas for the residents, plenty of space and light. Staff are always friendly and chatty, Mum really appreciates all they do for her. They know exactly how to lift Mum's spirits. Mum's diet has improved so much since moving in, she is fitter and healthier and has been gently encouraged to eat a far more varied menu. Mum's room is comfortable, and I was able to personalise it with her photos and other mementoes. I know Mum is happy, safe and well.
Staff efforts through the pandemic have been above and beyond the call of duty. I have been able to chat with Mum even when unable to visit, but also to talk with the staff and know exactly how things are going. I am so pleased and grateful that Mum has been at The Rookery through this time.
Thank you so much for your kind words, it's lovely to have some positivity in these difficult times.
I was worried about my wife going into care, but for the last year, I am so grateful for the care she has been given and all the help the staff have given me. I can't think of anything I'm not satisfied with. My wife has a few health problems and the staff take all those into consideration. Thanks to the manager and all the fantastic staff.
Thank you for taking the time and trouble to write a review, we really appreciate your kind words, and it is our pleasure and privilege looking after your lovely wife.
Warm and friendly place, very caring staff.
Kind Regards.
My Mamma is in this home and the staff are fantastic.
I visited The Rookery to see a friend who was staying at the home. This is a bright and very friendly home. The staff are very attentive and go the extra mile for all the residents. There is a new manager here who is friendly and really approachable. The residents are well cared for and they have pets - a dog and a bird. There is a really homely atmosphere and I would recommend this home.
Many thanks for taking the time to review our home. Your comments are very much appreciated.
Comfortable and caring place. Staff friendly, caring and always warm and cheerful.
Many thanks for taking the time to submit a review of our home and the positive feedback you gave us.
Staff are pleasant and welcoming. The manageress is brilliant and keeps me up to date with my aunt's progress. We always have a cuppa and biscuit and a laugh and a joke.
Thank you for your kind words and taking the time to send in a review. We look forward to seeing you again very soon.
I left my own house to live here six months ago and I am thankful that it is such a homely place to live.
My Mum has recently stayed at The Rookery care home in Eastwood for one week's respite. She was very nervous prior to her stay as this was her first ever visit in a care home. This was understandable but she needn’t have, as she soon settled in. The staff were lovely and Mum was well cared for, it’s like a family community, a lovely old building with lots of character. When I’ve visited, even though the staff are kept busy, there was always a good atmosphere and nothing was too much trouble.
The management of the Rookery Care Home greatly appreciate and value the views of one of our service users. We as a team pledge to continue to provide best possible service to our worthy residents while keep looking to improve it from time to time.
My father stayed for six weeks respite care following a hospitalisation for a similar time period. The home and all its staff were wonderful in getting him back on his feet, building up his strength and keeping him motivated. The staff were all wonderful and really did care for him like one of their own family. I would really recommend it.
I have had no regrets about my mother being in The Rookery. She is looked after very well with plenty of care and attention. The management and staff are excellent and always available to me if I have anything I need to know.
My brother has been a resident in this care home for a year now. Has settled in very well, the staff are very friendly and understand his needs as he has learning difficulties. It is like home from home.
The problem I find is the front and rear gardens - they could do with a makeover. This would possibly give the ambulant residents the encouragement to sit outside in good summer weather and also give the non-ambulant residents the opportunity to just look at the plants and flowers from their outside seating.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 02 December 2025Requires improvement
- CaringGood
- EffectiveRequires improvement
- ResponsiveRequires improvement
- SafeRequires improvement
- Well-ledRequires improvement
Inspection ratings
We rate most services according to how safe, effective, caring, responsive and well-led they are, using four levels:
- Outstanding - The service is performing exceptionally well.
- Good - The service is performing well and meeting our expectations.
- Requires Improvement - The service isn't performing as well as it should and we have told the service how it must improve.
- Inadequate - The service is performing badly and we've taken action against the person or organisation that runs it.
- Not rated - we have not yet rated this area of the service, this is normally because the assessments we have carried out have been focused on other key questions.
Bed Vacancies
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Awards / Recognitions (7)
- 01 Jun 2017Recipient: The Rookery Care Home
- 01 Jan 2016Recipient: The Rookery Care Home
- 01 Feb 2015Recipient: The Rookery Care Home
Accreditations
There are no accreditations posted yet for The Rookery Care Home.
Meet the Team (1)

Lynn Brewell is an experienced manager who has been working in the care sector now for the past 30 years. She is passionate and dedicated about promoting residents rights and proactive involvement in the care home.
Previous to Care Manager role Lynn was registered Nurse for 20 Years
Lynn is a loyal, committed and hardworking manager who strives to make a difference to the lives of our elders at the care home. She has successfully managed to foster positive working relationships with representatives of the local authority and residents family members.
Lynn has been working at the Rookery Residential Care home since 2018 and during this time she has made the care home a 'home from home' environment for all our residents.
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