Cameron House Care Home – Roseberry Care Centres
At a Glance
The information you need to decide whether this home warrants a closer look.
Nursing homes
Staff warmth score
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Good to know
- Registered beds40
- SpecialismsCaring for adults over 65 yrs, Caring for adults under 65 yrs, Dementia, Physical disabilities
- Last inspected2022-05-10
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The Evidence
What the review data, the inspection reports, and the dementia-care evidence base tell us about this home.
What families say
Families describe a settled atmosphere where staff greet visitors warmly and residents seem content in their surroundings. There's intentional effort to keep people engaged, with entertainment and celebrations bringing the community together. Even outdoor time becomes an opportunity for connection.
The eight family priority themes
- Staff warmth55
- Compassion & dignity62
- Cleanliness60
- Activities & engagement50
- Food quality50
- Healthcare52
- Management & leadership70
- Resident happiness55
What inspectors found
Inspected 2022-05-10
Is this home safe?
Is the care effective?
The Effective domain received a Good rating at the April 2022 inspection. This domain covers how well the home uses training, care planning, healthcare access, and nutrition to produce good outcomes for the people who live there. A Good rating indicates inspectors were satisfied that these systems were functioning adequately. The published summary does not include specific observations, quotes, or examples from Cameron House to illustrate how Effective practices look day to day. The home specialises in dementia care, physical disabilities, and nursing needs across both over-65 and under-65 age groups, which places significant demands on staff training and care plan complexity.Is this home caring?
The Caring domain received a Good rating at the April 2022 inspection. This domain covers staff warmth, dignity, respect, and the degree to which residents are supported to maintain independence. A Good rating indicates inspectors observed or received evidence of satisfactory standards in these areas. The published summary includes no direct quotes from residents or relatives and no specific observations of staff interactions at Cameron House. It is not possible to assess from the available text how staff communicate with people living with dementia, how they respond to distress, or whether the pace of care feels unhurried.Is the home responsive?
The Responsive domain received a Good rating at the April 2022 inspection. This domain assesses how well the home tailors its care to individual needs, provides meaningful activities, and handles complaints and end-of-life care. A Good rating indicates inspectors were satisfied that the home meets individual needs adequately. The published summary provides no detail about the activity programme at Cameron House, no examples of how the home responds to individual preferences, and no information about how complaints are handled. Given the home's specialism in dementia, the range and appropriateness of activities is a particularly important question.Is the home well-led?
The Well-led domain received a Good rating at the April 2022 inspection. A named registered manager, Miss Sarah Ashton, is recorded as being in post, and a nominated individual, Mrs Jean Thomas, is identified for the provider organisation, Roseberry Care Centres (England) Ltd. A Good Well-led rating indicates inspectors were satisfied with governance, accountability, and the overall leadership culture of the home. The published summary does not include specific observations of management visibility, staff engagement, or how the home handles learning from incidents and complaints.
Source: CQC inspection report →
What the evidence base says
The home cares for adults both under and over 65, with particular experience supporting people with physical disabilities and dementia. This means they're equipped to help with complex recovery journeys while maintaining quality of life. For residents living with dementia, the team focuses on maintaining dignity and connection. Staff work to understand each person's individual needs and preferences, creating moments of engagement throughout the day. All areas worth probing directly during a visit.
The DCC Verdict
Our editorial view, built from the three lenses: what families tell us, what inspectors record, and how the home sits against good dementia-care practice.
DCC Family Score
Cameron House Care Home scores 68 out of 100. Most domains were rated Good at the last inspection, which is a meaningful improvement from the previous Requires Improvement rating, but the Safety domain remains at Requires Improvement and the published report contains very limited specific detail to support confident scoring across most themes.
Homes in North West typically score 68–82.The three-lens summary
What families tell us
Families describe a settled atmosphere where staff greet visitors warmly and residents seem content in their surroundings. There's intentional effort to keep people engaged, with entertainment and celebrations bringing the community together. Even outdoor time becomes an opportunity for connection.
What inspectors have recorded
The care team stands out for staying in touch with families, answering calls at any hour when relatives have concerns. Staff develop genuine relationships with residents, responding quickly when someone needs help — whether that's support with post-stroke recovery or simply ensuring dignity in daily routines.
How it sits against good practice
If you're considering Cameron House for someone you love, visiting will give you the clearest picture of daily life there.
Worth a visit
Cameron House Care Home, on Cameron Street in Bury, was rated Good overall at its last inspection in April 2022, having previously been rated Requires Improvement. That upward trend is meaningful and suggests the management team has made real progress. The Well-led, Caring, Effective, and Responsive domains all received Good ratings, which indicates the home is broadly meeting expected standards across care quality, staff conduct, management accountability, and how well it responds to individual needs. The important caveat is that the Safety domain remains at Requires Improvement. This is the area families should ask about most directly, and the published inspection summary provides very little specific detail about what inspectors observed, which makes it difficult to assess the home's strengths and risks with confidence. Before deciding, ask the manager to explain exactly what the Safety concerns were in 2022, what has changed since, and request the most recent staffing rotas to check night cover and agency use. A visit during a quieter time of day, such as early evening, will give you a more realistic picture than a scheduled daytime tour.
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In Their Own Words
How Cameron House Care Home – Roseberry Care Centres describes itself — collected from its own website. DCC has not edited or independently verified the content in this tab.
Where recovery meets real companionship in Bury
Cameron House Care Home – Expert Care in Bury
When families face the challenge of finding care after a stroke or serious illness, Cameron House Care Home in Bury offers something reassuring — a place where staff take time to know each resident as an individual. The home supports people with physical disabilities and dementia, creating a calm environment where recovery and daily life go hand in hand.
Who they care for
The home cares for adults both under and over 65, with particular experience supporting people with physical disabilities and dementia. This means they're equipped to help with complex recovery journeys while maintaining quality of life.
For residents living with dementia, the team focuses on maintaining dignity and connection. Staff work to understand each person's individual needs and preferences, creating moments of engagement throughout the day.
“If you're considering Cameron House for someone you love, visiting will give you the clearest picture of daily life there.”
DCC does not edit or curate content in this tab. For independently curated information, see The Evidence and DCC Verdict.
The DCC Verdict
Our editorial view, built from the three lenses: what families tell us, what inspectors record, and how the home sits against good dementia-care practice.
DCC Family Score
Cameron House Care Home scores 68 out of 100. Most domains were rated Good at the last inspection, which is a meaningful improvement from the previous Requires Improvement rating, but the Safety domain remains at Requires Improvement and the published report contains very limited specific detail to support confident scoring across most themes.
Homes in North West typically score 68–82.The three-lens summary
What families tell us
Families describe a settled atmosphere where staff greet visitors warmly and residents seem content in their surroundings. There's intentional effort to keep people engaged, with entertainment and celebrations bringing the community together. Even outdoor time becomes an opportunity for connection.
What inspectors have recorded
The care team stands out for staying in touch with families, answering calls at any hour when relatives have concerns. Staff develop genuine relationships with residents, responding quickly when someone needs help — whether that's support with post-stroke recovery or simply ensuring dignity in daily routines.
How it sits against good practice
If you're considering Cameron House for someone you love, visiting will give you the clearest picture of daily life there.
Worth a visit
Cameron House Care Home, on Cameron Street in Bury, was rated Good overall at its last inspection in April 2022, having previously been rated Requires Improvement. That upward trend is meaningful and suggests the management team has made real progress. The Well-led, Caring, Effective, and Responsive domains all received Good ratings, which indicates the home is broadly meeting expected standards across care quality, staff conduct, management accountability, and how well it responds to individual needs. The important caveat is that the Safety domain remains at Requires Improvement. This is the area families should ask about most directly, and the published inspection summary provides very little specific detail about what inspectors observed, which makes it difficult to assess the home's strengths and risks with confidence. Before deciding, ask the manager to explain exactly what the Safety concerns were in 2022, what has changed since, and request the most recent staffing rotas to check night cover and agency use. A visit during a quieter time of day, such as early evening, will give you a more realistic picture than a scheduled daytime tour.
The three questions to ask when you visitSave this home. Compare it against your shortlist.
Let our analysis show you how Cameron House Care Home – Roseberry Care Centres measures up against the other homes you’re considering. Free account.
In Their Own Words
How Cameron House Care Home – Roseberry Care Centres describes itself — collected from its own website. DCC has not edited or independently verified the content in this tab.
Where recovery meets real companionship in Bury
Cameron House Care Home – Expert Care in Bury
When families face the challenge of finding care after a stroke or serious illness, Cameron House Care Home in Bury offers something reassuring — a place where staff take time to know each resident as an individual. The home supports people with physical disabilities and dementia, creating a calm environment where recovery and daily life go hand in hand.
Who they care for
The home cares for adults both under and over 65, with particular experience supporting people with physical disabilities and dementia. This means they're equipped to help with complex recovery journeys while maintaining quality of life.
For residents living with dementia, the team focuses on maintaining dignity and connection. Staff work to understand each person's individual needs and preferences, creating moments of engagement throughout the day.
Management & ethos
The care team stands out for staying in touch with families, answering calls at any hour when relatives have concerns. Staff develop genuine relationships with residents, responding quickly when someone needs help — whether that's support with post-stroke recovery or simply ensuring dignity in daily routines.
“If you're considering Cameron House for someone you love, visiting will give you the clearest picture of daily life there.”
DCC does not edit or curate content in this tab. For independently curated information, see The Evidence and DCC Verdict.
