Care Homes in Rotherham: A 2026 Guide for Families
Everything you need to know about finding the right care home in Rotherham — from CQC ratings and specialisms to costs and what to look for when visiting.
CQC Ratings Overview
Rotherham has 85 care homes registered with the Care Quality Commission. 5 are rated Outstanding — the highest level of care quality. 51 homes are rated Good, meaning most families in Rotherham have access to well-rated care options.
16 homes offer nursing care (with qualified nurses on-site), while 48 are residential care homes providing personal care without nursing. 33 homes in {data.name} specialise in dementia care. The total capacity across all homes is 1,874 beds.
Top-Rated Care Homes in Rotherham
| Name | Rating | Type | Beds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moorgate Croft | Outstanding | Residential | 31 |
| Fairwinds | Outstanding | Nursing | 24 |
| Moorgate Hollow | Outstanding | Residential | 24 |
| Greenside Court | Outstanding | Nursing | 22 |
| Clifton Court | Outstanding | Residential | 7 |
| Layden Court Care Home | Good | Nursing | 92 |
| Laureate Court | Good | Nursing | 84 |
| The Abbeys | Good | Residential | 80 |
| Dearnlea Park Residential Care Home | Good | Residential | 67 |
| Roche Abbey Care Home | Good | Nursing | 67 |
| Cherry Trees | Good | Nursing | 66 |
| Silverwood (Rotherham) | Good | Residential | 64 |
| Lord Hardy Court | Good | Residential | 60 |
| Jubilee Care Home | Good | Residential | 59 |
| Moorgate Lodge | Good | Nursing | 56 |
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Nursing vs Residential Care in Rotherham
Nursing Homes (16)
Qualified nurses on-site 24/7 for residents with complex medical needs, post-surgical recovery, or conditions requiring regular clinical care.
Browse nursing homes in Rotherham →Residential Homes (48)
Personal care support for daily living — meals, washing, dressing, social activities — in a homely setting without on-site nursing.
Browse residential homes in Rotherham →Dementia Care in Rotherham
33 care homes in Rotherham specialise in dementia care. These homes typically offer secure environments, specialist training for staff, and activities designed for people living with dementia.
How to Choose a Care Home in Rotherham
- 1Check CQC ratings — Start with homes rated Outstanding or Good. 56 homes in Rotherham meet this standard.
- 2Match the care type — Decide between nursing (16 homes) and residential (48 homes) based on medical needs.
- 3Visit at least 3 homes — Use our visiting checklist to compare homes in person.
- 4Understand the costs — Care home fees in England average £800–£1,200/week. See our funding guide.
- 5Save and compare — Use the shortlist feature on each care home page to save and compare your favourites side by side.
All Care Homes in Rotherham
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