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Roselea House has a large garden which some residents enjoy helping to keep tidy. Vegetables grown in the garden are used...
Care Provided by Roselea House
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
Care Types Provided
- Dementia Nursing Care
- For a maximum of 20 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
- COPD/Pulmonary Disease
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Smoking not permitted
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other transport
- Wheelchair Access
- Ground Floor Accommodation only
- Gardens
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Roselea House for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Roselea House to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:
Funding Types Accepted
- Self-Funding (Private)
- Local Authority with Top-up
- Local Authority
Support you may be entitled to
- If you choose a care home based in Scotland, you may be eligible for the Scottish Government's Free Personal Care funding of up to £260.30 per week (if you are over the age of 65) and Free Nursing Care funding of up to £117.10 per week. This support is not reflected in this fee amount.
Good to Know
Group / Owner
- The Holmes Care (Group) Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Ruth Goodman(Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Last Refurbishment: 2009
- Number of floors: 1
Room Information
- Single Rooms (20)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (20)
Parking
- Onsite car park - free
Roselea House Reviews (22)
Roselea House has a Review Score of 9.6 (9.647) out of 10, based on 12 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Roselea House has 22 reviews.
My mum has been at Roselea for a few months and she's settled in really well. The level of care is excellent and the facilities are superb. Mum loves her room which is large and bright and filled with her own things, making her feel much more at home. She's also taking part in the home activities so she's much more active and stimulated than she was when living on her own. Having access to the nursing care has been such a reassurance to us as a family.
Thank you so much for your lovely review. We are delighted to hear that your mum has settled in so well at Roselea House and that she feels at home in her room surrounded by her own belongings. It's wonderful to know she's enjoying the activities, staying active and engaged, and that the care and...
From the moment you enter Roselea House you feel so welcome from the manager and all her staff. My loved one has settled so well. There are activities daily, the interaction between staff and residents is so lovely to see. When a resident has a birthday the staff put banners and balloons up and a cake is made for them. The meals are delicious and afternoon tea is served every day. There is also armchair keep-fit and a silent disco and singers. Roselea House is a wee gem.
Thank you for your lovely feedback about Roselea House. It's wonderful to hear that your loved one has settled so well and that you felt such a warm welcome from the moment you arrived.
We're delighted that the daily activities, celebrations and interactions between our team and residents have...
My mum has been a resident at Roselea House for 3-and-a-half years now. She is very happy in her new home. The manager and all the staff are very approachable, professional and have a good relationship with the residents. There are plenty of activities for my mum to do and she really enjoys the bus trips and going out in the community. The meals are excellent, catering for all needs. This is an excellent care home who take excellent care of my mum. I have no worries or concerns about her at Roselea House.
Thank you for your kind feedback and for placing your trust in us over the past three and a half years. It means a great deal to know that your mum feels happy and at home at Roselea House.
We're pleased that our team's approachability and professionalism, along with the relationships they build...
Excellent caring staff that are always happy to help. Room is always clean and tidy although it could do with a fresh coat of paint. The laundry could be done with a bit more care taken to it.
We appreciate your comments regarding the dcor and laundry, and will ensure these are reviewed with the team to see where improvements can be made. Your feedback is...
The staff made an incredibly difficult, emotional period of our lives so much more bearable. Every member of staff at Roselea were so welcoming, patient, kind and so supportive of not only dad, but all the family. Dad has settled so quickly into this nurturing, stimulating environment and it feels like a "home from home" for him. Thank you to all the staff for getting that perfect balance of "caring for" while allowing for choice and freedom to still get out and about with friends and family.
It means a great deal to know our team have been welcoming, patient and...
On a couple of occasions, I have had to attend the Care Home during the night due an incident with my mother and have always found the night shift staff to work to the same excellent level of care that your witness during the day.
We, as a family, could not wish for my mum to be in a better place at this stage in her life.
Thank you for your very kind review and for sharing your family's experience at Roselea House. We are delighted to hear that your mother has settled well with us over the past six months, and that you have felt so supported by our team. A lot of thought goes into the care, communication, activities...
My mum moved into Roselea on 30th September 2025. She had been in hospital for 3 months and we could no longer give her the care she needed. Roselea was our first choice. I wasn't sure about her moving to a nursing home but I now couldn't be happier. She has settled in well, everybody so kind and helpful and can't do enough for her. She is well addressed, well fed and well loved after. Great.
Thank you so much for sharing this lovely feedback. We're delighted to hear that your mum has settled so well at Roselea, especially after such a difficult period in hospital. It means a great deal to the team to know their kindness and care have helped make this transition easier for you both....
Roselea is a warm and welcoming environment for residents and visitors alike. The staff are always attentive, kind and compassionate. Mum settled in very quickly when she moved in 2 years ago. Anyone who visits mum comments positively on the size of her room and how nice the home is. We are kept informed about mum's welfare, and any issues are always dealt with quickly. We are confident that mum is safe and well cared for at Roselea, can't ask for anything more in the face of how awful the disease dementia is.
Thank you for your kind words about Roselea. We're so pleased to hear that your mum settled in well and that you feel confident in the care she receives. It's lovely to know her room and the home itself make a positive impression on visitors. Our team truly values your trust, and we're grateful for your support as we continue to care for your mum with compassion and respect. Thank you again.
Roselea House caring and management staff are all so friendly and helpful. Mum appears to have a great relationship with everyone as well, which is great to see when we visit. They regularly review her health an needs and advise us of any changes.
Thank you for your kind feedback. We're very pleased to hear that your Mum is settling in well at Roselea House. It's great to know that our team's efforts to build strong, trusting relationships and provide consistent, person-centred care are making a meaningful difference. Regular communication...
Not an easy time for the family. Everyone was most impressed with the standard of care. Enquiries were always met with courtesy and knowledge of the resident. Overall- outstanding service.
Thank you so much for your kind words. We understand how difficult these times can be for families, and we're truly grateful that you entrusted Roselea House with your wife's care. Our team work hard to create a warm environment for all so they will bevery pleased to hear how their commitment to care and providing ease for you as a family has made a difference. Thank you.
Due to health issues I have been unable to visit my husband as often as usual. But, staff, including domestic and kitchen, have gone out of their way to assure me that he is quite settled and they are keeping "an eye" on him. Especially as he has been, temporarily moved into another room. As urgent repairs were req'd in his. It is very reassuring to me that this level of care is normal for the staff in Roselea. To give to all residents choosing Roselead has been the best thing I can ever have done for my husband.
Thank you so much for your kind words. We understand how difficult it can be when health concerns prevent regular visits, but we're so pleased that you have found reassurance in the communication provided by our team at Roselea. It means a great deal to us that you feel confident in our care of...
Mum loves her trips out and about but is also delighted to return to her "lovely room." Thank you for all you do.
Thank you so much for your kind words. We're delighted to hear that your mum has settled in well at Roselea and is enjoying her trips and her lovely room. It's wonderful to know that our team's efforts to make her feel at home and to support your whole family have been appreciated. We're proud of...
Roselea House is a very caring home with lovely staff who cannot do enough to help. As my father is blind as well as having dementia I have found the staff to be very understanding and caring and are always trying to involve him in activities even though he is not very sociable (he cannot accept he is blind and is somewhat embarrassed). It is a pleasure to visit as everyone is so friendly.
Thank you for the lovely comments, it is very much appreciated.
Roselea is a great care home. It is small, and I feel that the residents are cared for very well as the staff have time to spend with each one. Nothing is too much for them as they are very obliging.
Thank you for your kind words and for taking the time to leave a review!
I have been highly impressed with the care my parents have received at Roselea House. All the staff are very kind, friendly and helpful. There is a lovely atmosphere within the home with lots of chats and laughter. The dining room works well and the food/chef are great. I am delighted to have found a home where my parents are happy together, safe and well cared for.
Thank you for your kind words, we all appreciate the great feedback!
We got to know the staff very well, and Mum was well cared for. Nothing was too much trouble, and they kept us well informed.
Lovely big rooms, which enabled us to make Mum's room look just like her wee flat, which helped settle Mum in her new surroundings.
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Roselea House is always welcoming. It has an excellent team of professional and caring staff who have an excellent understanding of Mum's needs. It is a friendly and comfortable environment. Mum settled in quickly 2 years ago and it is being well cared for. The large single room with an en-suite allows Mum to be treated with dignity.
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Roselea House is wonderful and I am delighted my father lives here. The staff are caring, kind and compassionate. They look after my father so well using good humour and endless patience. I cannot think of a better place, for him to live in and have recommended Roselea to other people.
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Last week it was Dad's birthday and the staff couldn't have done more to help us celebrate with Dad and make us feel included as they always do.
Thank you to every member of the Roselea House team. You are amazing!
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Residents can choose whether to be in a communal area or in their room. Communal meals are a happy event with a choice of food and drink and a pleasant atmosphere. Food is good quality, appetising and genuine efforts are made to suit everyone’s tastes.
Roselea’s manager, has been extremely helpful and supportive since our first meeting. The staff seem happy and motivated.
Mum always feared care homes but now she talks and laughs her way through every day and seems to have a great relationship with everyone in Roselea House.
For the first time in a long time I now get a full night sleep knowing mum is happy, settled and well looked after. Roselea House easily dispels the fears so many have of care homes.
Thank you for your kind words and for taking the time to leave a review.
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Awards / Recognitions (3)
- 28 Feb 2020Recipient: The Holmes Care (Group) Ltd
- 01 Feb 2018Recipient: The Holmes Care (Group) Ltd
- 01 Apr 2017Recipient: The Holmes Care (Group) Ltd
Accreditations
There are no accreditations posted yet for Roselea House.
Meet the Team (1)

Ruth has worked in the care sector for 39 years and has been part of Holmes Care Group for the past four years. She began her career at 17 within the NHS in the Shetland Isles, spending over 20 years working in psychiatry and developing a deep understanding of compassionate, person-centred care.
After moving to Fife, Ruth progressed through senior and deputy management roles before becoming Service Manager at Roselea House in 2020. She has a strong passion for dementia and end-of-life care and is committed to creating calm, supportive environments that promote dignity, reassurance and meaningful engagement.
Ruth holds SVQ Levels 3 and 4 in Health and Social Care, a PDA in Leadership and a Care Services Leadership and Management qualification (SCQF Level 10). She is proud of Roselea House’s consistently high inspection results and its warm, homely atmosphere as a small, purpose-built 20-bed dementia home.
Frequently Asked Questions about Roselea House
What types of Care is Roselea House registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Roselea House have?
There are 20 Single Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Roselea House?
Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Smoking not permitted, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Minibus or other transport, Wheelchair Access, Ground Floor Accommodation only, Gardens, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Roselea House to the centre of Cowdenbeath?
0.3 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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