Dementia Care
at Bankfoot House
As we get older, many of us will experience some form of dementia. If you or the person you care for is concerned, it is important that you get in touch with your GP so that a full assessment can be undertaken.
There are a range of different care settings that are appropriate for different levels of need and you need to be matched to the right resource.
Bankfoot is not a Nursing Home, nor is it a registered EMI (Elderly Mentally Ill) facility; so it is not always an appropriate place for people who have particularly challenging behaviours. Finding the best place to live is a hugely important decision so please contact us to talk this through; we will do our very best to help.
Our dementia care
However, many of our Residents do have a dementia diagnosis, are settled & comfortable at Bankfoot and are a valued part of our community. The peaceful surroundings, views and open aspects from our lounges are really valued by Residents and they wander freely about the building, including in and out of the secure Courtyard Garden. ‘Our House is Your Home’ and it’s not unusual to find Residents in our Staff Meetings & Training Sessions!
Our experience is that many people with mild to moderate dementia or Alzheimers can thrive at Bankfoot.
The safe and peaceful environment, alongside stimulating activities and expert care, encourages and settles them.
As with all care at Bankfoot, our approach is highly personalised, built around the needs of each Resident . For further details please read the section on Residential Care.
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.
Dementia services at a glance
In addition to all of our Residential Services
A secure building and enclosed courtyard garden, that gives Residents the freedom to wander safely.
A trained Staff Team, with much experience in caring for people with dementia. Staff work gently, sensitively and compassionately. They encourage, prompt and support Residents.
Bankfoot is a peaceful place, which Residents with dementia particularly value.
Your experience at Bankfoot is built around your needs and preferences, as it is with all of our Residents.
We have close relationships with local mental health services and Community Psychiatric Nurses.
“At Bankfoot House, we know the importance of finding a care home for a loved one that feels just like home. That’s why ‘our house, is your home’.
Bankfoot House Manager,
Kirsty McVittie