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Compassion, care and community.
We want all of our Residents to enjoy high quality, professional care in a comfortable, homely environment. That’s why ‘Our House is your Home’..
Life at Bankfoot
We aim to create a peaceful and homely environment, where all of our Residents
can feel as ‘at home’ as possible.
Outdoor Spaces
We really value our outdoor spaces and wonderful views at Bankfoot. There are mature gardens at the front of the building, with plenty of seating areas.
Activities
Our two activities & Well Being Coordinators work with Residents to provide activities that you want. They will talk with you to find out about your interests & then try and meet them, perhaps that’s a particular craft or hobby.
Food and Menus
We understand just how important it is to have great quality, nutritious food and our Kitchen Team, under the skilled supervision of Head Cook, Janice Caryle, takes great pride in what it produces.
Your care questions answered.
More questions? Get in touch today
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Our Accommodation & Care charges are (Aug 2024):
£1300 pw; payable 4 weekly in advance by Standing Order. If you receive Free Personal Care (currently £248.70 pw) then this will be paid directly to Bankfoot by the relevant Local Authority, with you responsible for the balance.Charges are reviewed annually or when deemed necessary by the Board of Directors.
You may be eligible for funding support from your Local Authority, it will be able to advise you on this and also provide independent advice on making decisions about Residential Care; please see link below.
Residential care homes - Dumfries and Galloway Council (dumgal.gov.uk)
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The first 4 weeks of your stay at Bankfoot is viewed as being a Trial Period. If you wish, your contract can be terminated within that time.
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We very much hope that you do make a visit to Bankfoot before deciding. You are making a very big decision and it’s important that you and/or your family have as much information as possible.
Visits can be arranged by contacting our Care Home Manager.
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We’ll provide you with a furnished bedroom, including a lockable box. You are welcome to bring personal items, including furniture, if you wish. The only constraints are that all furniture must comply with current fire regulations and rooms must be safe for Residents and Staff.
Your wellbeing, dignity and
comfort at a glance
Understanding who we are and what we can offer at Bankfoot House.
Quality, home cooked food
We understand just how important it is to have great quality, nutritious food and our Kitchen Team, under the skilled supervision of Head Cook, Janice Caryle, takes great pride in what it produces
Qualified and Experienced Staff
Our Staff Team is well trained and hugely experienced. We have people who have been with us for between 20 and 30 years. Most of our staff also live in the town.
Beautiful Surroundings
The Home is in a lovely old building with a new extension, completed in 2018. The mix of old and new rooms, plus our lounges & dining room, with fabulous views to the hills north-west of the town.
‘Our House is your home’
We really mean this! With only 25 residents, we can offer services that are properly tailored to your needs and preferences.
Activities tailored to suit you
Our two ‘Activities & Well Being’ Coordinators work with Residents to provide activities that you want. They will talk with you to find out about your interests & then try and meet them, perhaps that’s a particular craft or hobby.
Part of the local community
Moffat is a small town, with a population of just over 2500 people. It is a thriving community and Bankfoot is very much part of this. It is important to us that we use local services and buy locally as much as possible.
“Thank you for taking care of my brother, for the last few years of his long life. We had peace of mind knowing that he was so well cared for at this time..
—Family member
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