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A much-loved part of the local community since 1947, Glen Rosa combines period charm with modern comfort. Set just a short walk from Ilkley town centre and close to Betty’s Tea Rooms, the home offers strong community ties and stunning views of Ilkley Moor.
Bedrooms are all en-suite, with...
Care Provided by Glen Rosa
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Physical Disability
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 47 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
- Palliative / End of Life Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Near Public Transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Residents Kitchenette
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Glen Rosa for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Glen Rosa 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
Group / Owner
- MHA
- Voluntary / Not for Profit Owned
Person in charge
- Adam Carling (Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
- Last Refurbishment: 2000
Room Information
- Single Rooms (47)
Glen Rosa Reviews (104)
Glen Rosa has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.748) out of 10, based on 23 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Glen Rosa has 104 reviews.
The team in Kitwood, Glen Rosa, are exceptionally kind and caring towards my aunt. They understand her as an individual and appreciate her personality, drivers and triggers. The atmosphere is respectful and calm, with stimulation provided through regular activities and interactions with staff. Having the opportunity to spend time outside in the garden, when the weather allows, feels very important. My aunt's room is kept very clean, her clothes are regularly laundered and meal times offer alternatives to suit different appetites. I find that communication is generally really good, and have peace of mind that any issues will be highlighted and acted upon.
Thank you for considering us and writing a review. We're grateful and happy to hear that your loved one is happy and well cared for and is able to spend time in the garden. The team at Glen Rosa work hard to create a supportive environment and be responsive and your feedback is truly appreciated.
My mum has lived at Glen Rosa for three years. She continues to enjoy life there and has made many friends both residents and carers. A lot of the carers have been there since her arrival so know her well. There are activities provided for the residents to join in with should they wish to and my mum is always the one getting up to dance! I would recommend Glen Rosa to anyone seeking care for an elderly relative, it has a warm and homely feel to it. The food is also excellent.
Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts. We're so pleased to hear that your loved one is happy and well cared for. Our team works hard to create a warm and supportive environment, and your feedback is truly appreciated.
My mother passed away in Glen Rosa after nearly six years in residence with excellent care to the very end. The kindness and understanding shown to both my mother and myself, made her loss more bearable as all the staff cared for us like one big family.
Thank you for your kind words. It has been a pleasure for the staff here at Glen Rosa to have known and cared for your Mum.
My friend has been a resident at Glen Rosa for 18 months and has settled happily. I have always found the staff to be friendly, professional and helpful and feel very happy that my friend is safe and well cared for. There are a lot of varied activities and trips out and Glen Rosa has a lovely homely atmosphere with beautiful views of the garden and moors beyond. Meals are prepared freshly, on-site and menus vary. I would be extremely happy to recommend Glen Rosa.
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a lovely review. We are really pleased that Glen Rosa is a place that you would recommend, this is down to the hard work and dedication of all the staff team. I will be sure to pass on this review to them all.
The rooms are pleasant and kept lovely and clean. The only downside I have is a personal one and I would prefer the lounge seating to be in small groups round coffee tables as opposed to round the edge of the room.
That being said, my parents seem to have settled in faster than I expected and are well cared for and happy. What more can I ask?
An excellent home with dedicated and caring staff, who go above and beyond. I wouldn't want my mother to be anywhere else.
Thank you for your feedback, it’s so lovely for the staff’s dedication to the care of all the people living with us to be recognised. We will ensure that this lovely feedback is shared with the staff about the amazing and above-and-beyond care that they always provide to all the people who call Glen Rosa & Kitwood home.
Glen Rosa is an excellent residential care home with a very nice and homely feel to it and the care staff have a respectful approach to residents. Excellent entertainment organised by the activity staff member with a nice balance of musical performances, games, exercises and memory enhancement activities. Music therapy for residents with dementia is good. Staff are approachable and helpful and is responding to the family.
My father was a resident for only six months before he died. He had a wonderful experience surrounded by caring, compassionate staff. I cannot stress highly enough what a family Glen Rosa is. From the first contact with the administration manager, I felt that nothing was too much trouble for the team. They were all welcoming and inclusive. My dad had so much fun and enjoyment in his final months. The end-of-life care he received was very special, and I will forever be grateful that I found this wonderful home for him. I cannot recommend it enough.
Thank you for your kind comments. I am delighted that you found our team caring and compassionate. It is so lovely that you remember your dad having so much fun and enjoyment in his final months. I will share your lovely comments with the team.
My mother moved into Glen Rosa over 4 years ago; was mostly located in Kitwood because of her dementia and she died very recently aged 96. I am writing this review because I feel the need to publically express my sincere thanks to the wonderful people who have looked after her. I was able to visit regularly and witnessed first-hand the care and attention that my mother and all residents receive. One of the main objectives is to ensure that residents are stimulated and there are always activities arranged to keep residents occupied and entertained. Music therapy is something that was very beneficial for my mother. The staff are very caring and diligent as they have to be for people in later life. When matters arise causing concern, for example, health issues, the staff react very positively and keep relatives well informed. I spent a long time looking for a care home for my mother and have never had any regrets about the choice of Glen Rosa.
Thank you for your kind words, it was a pleasure caring for your mum and she is dearly missed. Music therapy is a fabulous thing to offer and we are lucky. Take care.
There are lots of well-organised activities, put together by an outstanding organiser with a great gift for knowing what residents will like. There are games of all kinds, a journal residents can share with relatives, music therapy and other rewarding activities.
Glen Rosa coped easily with my mother having her own telephone installed in her room and having a newspaper delivered daily, which must have been extra trouble for the office staff.
The night staff are diligent and caring and will ring me the next morning if there has been a health problem, even a small thing. And the day staff are excellent too.
Thank you for your kind words, it is a pleasure having your mum with us, she is a big part of our family.
Glen Rosa is a well-run, friendly home where my mother feels safe which is important when suffering from Alzheimer's. The home is clean and well-kept, it doesn't have that whiff that a lot of homes do when you first go in. Without exception, the staff are polite and friendly and nothing is ever too much trouble. The food looks and smells good and it was no problem catering for Mum who is vegetarian. For those that can partake there are regular activities with visits for entertainment - even a small donkey recently called in! Many of the rooms are currently being refurbished which meant having to change Mum into a different room - we were consulted about this to make sure we were happy for it to happen. Regular visits from a hairdresser and other personal care practitioners are available when needed.
Thank you for your lovely review, it is a pleasure to have your mum staying with us. She is a much loved member of our family.
Recent problem of no lift - now fixed? Poor diet - lack of meat and fruit. Poor activities.
Thank you for your review. I am sorry you were disappointed with some aspects of our service. If you would like to give the home a call or drop in I am happy to chat about the concerns raised.
The staff at Glen Rosa were outstanding. The care and attention given to my father were exactly what we needed. He was always treated with dignity. Staff went out of their way to meet his every need.
My mum has been very happy at Glen Rosa. Although she has dementia, the staff treat her with dignity and respect and I cannot thank them enough. The home itself is spotless. There is a genuine family atmosphere in the home and the activities are excellent. I am kept well informed of any medical issues. I visit my mum every week and am always made welcome. I am kept up to date with her care plan.
Clean and well run. They provide excellent care and my mother-in-law is well cared for. Beautiful surrounding.
My family and I wish to thank Glen Rosa and especially the dedicated carers of Kitwood House for their outstanding care of Mum over the 7 years she was in their care until she passed away peacefully last week surrounded by her wonderful Kitwood family who she loved so much. During these 7 years, I honestly cannot complain about anything and indeed attribute my mum living to the grand old age of 101 to her being so happy and content there. I truly cannot find the words to either thank or praise them all enough for their care, love, compassion and dedication shown to Mum. I would also like to say a special thank you for the extra love and kindness shown to Mum and our family over her last few days when they supported us in such a dignified way. I couldn’t have wished for Mum's last days to have been anywhere else. There are too many staff members who worked closely with Mum to mention individually but you know who you are. I shall be eternally grateful. May God Bless you all.
Thank you very much for your lovely review. It was a pleasure caring for your mum, she will be greatly missed. We are all grateful to have you all as part of our Kitwood family.
Mum who suffers from dementia moved into Kitwood House in May and with their kindness, patience and understanding she has settled in very well. I can't speak highly enough about the team at Kitwood House. Mum is now much happier, calmer and contented. Thank you Glen Rosa for helping us with a difficult move and giving us peace of mind knowing Mum is getting such wonderful care.
From my first enquiry, through admission and now permanent residency Mum and our family have been well advised and supported. The Administration Manager has provided clear information verbally, by email and through brochures and advised when sadly admissions were not possible. The care team in Kitwood House have been genuinely concerned that Mum settled in, coped with initial isolation and we are pleased that she seems settled and able to socialise with other residents.
Thank you for taking the time to send such a lovely review. I am delighted that the team have communicated well with you at every step of the way and that your Mum is happy and settled. I will pass on your comments to the team.
I am very grateful to everyone at Glen Rosa for not only keeping Dad safe during this very difficult year but the care for him as an individual, such as helping him to use his new mobile phone. He has had letters posted for him and WhatsApp video links set up to help us stay in touch and it has been good to see for myself that he looks well. I have been impressed with the wide range of activities available, even during the lockdown, but with no pressure to take part. Heartfelt thanks to everyone involved.
Thank you so much for taking the time to send a review, we really do appreciate it. Your Dad continues to be a pleasure to care for and he definitely has got used to his new phone! It is nice to see you when video/phone calling, albeit remotely.
I have nothing but praise for the staff who are always upbeat and positive when I call often for updates on dad.
It is so hard not being able to visit during this pandemic, but I feel dad is in the best and safest place with excellent care, and the carers having regular COVID tests as well as the residents.
Thank you to all the those caring and looking after dad and for being the support he needs when I and my family can’t be there.
Thank you for the positive comments, and nice to hear from our relatives who are only with us for a short period as well as those who have been with us for some time. Dad is a pleasure and is settling well in the home. It’s good to hear you relaxed and confident he is receiving the best care here at Glen Rosa and I will pass that onto the staff.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 14 November 2017Good
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeRequires improvement
- Well-ledGood
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.
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Meet the Team (1)

Adam Carling is the Home Manager at MHA Glen Rosa, having joined the home in early 2025. He brings over a decade of leadership experience in the care sector, having previously held registered, service, and regional manager roles supporting individuals with learning disabilities.
Adam is passionate about ensuring that every resident enjoys a life filled with engagement, purpose, and connection—whether that’s through spending time with family, exploring hobbies, or building friendships within the home. He believes in creating an environment where meaningful moments happen every day.
At Glen Rosa, Adam works alongside a dedicated team of capable, compassionate professionals who share his commitment to delivering high-quality, person-centred care. Together, they aim to make a lasting, positive difference in the lives of those they support.
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