Rowan House is a small, friendly Care Home with over 17 years experience caring for older people in a safe and homely environment.

Located in Shirley, a quiet residential suburb of Southampton, we are close to Southampton Common, Shirley Shopping Centre and a short bus ride from Southampton City Centre, the Train Station and Southampton Airport.

Rowan House Residential Care Home is a beautiful detached Edwardian property which was formerly a Guest House for theatrical folk, such as the Two Ronnies, who were performing locally.

In 1990 we extended and converted the house, retaining the character and ambience of the original, providing a comfortable and spacious home for our Residents.

In 1991 we achieved our Registration as a Residential Care Home and has been successfully run by the owner/manager, Angela Hurley, ever since.

Rowan House Residential Care Home is registered to take the elderly, people with dementia over 65 and people with past or present mental disorders over the age of 55.

We can take people who may wander, can be behaviourally challenging, or incontinent, and people who may need a lot of support in day to day living.

We can cater for special dietary requirements, and there are plenty of choices in the “good home cooking” meals provided.

Our Mission Statement

Our Home is for living in. People who live at Rowan House can expect to be treated as individuals. We recognise that each person will have their own needs and wishes, likes and dislikes and we will make every effort to meet these.

We encourage and welcome you to have a say in everything that affects your daily life and we will take your comments seriously. You will have as much choice as possible and you can be as independent as you wish.

We will respect your privacy and dignity. We want you to feel secure, comfortable, well looked after and have the companionship of other people who live and work in the home.

We encourage a potential Resident to come and spend a day with us to experience our facilities and meet our caring staff.

You can read our “Statement of Purpose” document Here

Residential Care

Residential care is suitable for those who are finding it difficult to cope at home by themselves or for those who are cared for at home but may require more help than their carer is able to provide.

Residential care provides residents with accommodation, meals and personal care. Personal care includes help with everyday routines such as bathing and dressing.

We provide 24 hours a day care. Nursing services are provided locally by the Community Health Staff.

Residential care also facilitates the social aspects of life for the Residents as they are able to enjoy the company of others and take part in activities and social events organised by the home.

Medical Care

On entry we create a detailed Personal Care Plan to cater for a Resident’s medical needs.

If it is possible we arrange for a Resident to continue with the services of their own GP.

There are several excellent local surgeries and we are a short distance from Southampton General Hospital.

We have regular visits from specialist nurses, physiotherapists, chiropodists, opticians and dieticians for our Resident’s convenience.

Personal Care

Rowan House provides accommodation, meals, social and personal care, including help with bathing, dressing and medication administration.

We have professional and experienced care assistants in constant attendance day and night.

We never forget that our Residents are individuals and that Rowan House is their new home.

Day Care

Rowan House Care Home provides day care for non-residents living in the surrounding area.

Our day care services are beneficial for people who are finding it difficult living at home and also for carers to organise a break with the peace of mind that their loved one will be well cared for.

They are encouraged to get involved with the home's community, enjoy the social activities, develop friendships as well as improve or maintain life skills and quality of life.

Day care can be arranged for everyday of the week or just once a week, depending on your requirements.

Respite Care

Everyone deserves time out. Whether you care for a relative, are a professional carer, or are in need of permanent care yourself, taking a break from your usual routine can do wonders for you.

As a carer you can relax, knowing that your relative, friend or patient is in a safe, welcoming environment with first class care tailored to their needs.

A respite stay at a Rowan House gives people the opportunity to experience first rate service amongst friendly and welcoming staff and Residents.

Respite stays are always short term. Having said that, the relationships they build between the Home and Resident give great reassurance to all concerned, especially if a longer stay becomes necessary.

Respite care is also ideal for those who are well enough to leave hospital but not yet well enough to return home.

Inspection Report

Our home is regulated by the Commission for Social Care Inspection (CSCI).

A copy of our last inspection report is always available at Rowan House, for anyone to read.

You can Click Here to access the report on line via the CSCI web site