Business Details
28 Years
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Emergency
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Your Trusted Partner for Residential Nursing Care in Scotland
Avondale Care Home is a family-run organisation dedicated to delivering exceptional residential nursing care across three purpose-built facilities in Fife and Falkirk. Established over 25 years ago, our commitment to excellence is reflected in our 24-hour care services tailored for both younger adults with complex needs and elderly residents. Our directors remain actively involved in operations, ensuring our managers have the resources and support required to maintain the highest standards. We prioritise innovation, incorporating advanced technology and evidence-based practices to enhance dementia care, as demonstrated by our award-winning Lister House facility. Our partnerships with local suppliers guarantee access to quality produce, while state-of-the-art equipment like electric profiling beds ensures comfort and safety for all service users.Recognised with a Gold Award from Stirling University Dementia Services and a Scottish Care Award for Dementia Design, we continue to lead in dementia care innovation. Our approach combines compassionate care with a focus on individual needs, creating environments where residents thrive. With over six decades of combined experience across our leadership team, we maintain transparency and accountability in all operations. Our active participation in industry conferences underscores our dedication to advancing care standards. For families seeking reliable, person-centred care solutions, Avondale Care Home offers expertise, trustworthiness, and a legacy of excellence.
Services
Residential Nursing Care
Dementia Care
Complex Care for Younger Adults
Care in the Community
End-of-Life Care
Rehabilitation Services
Personalised Care Plans
24/7 Medical Support
Social Activities Programme
Family Support Services
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- We provide 24/7 residential nursing care for adults aged 18+ across three purpose-built facilities.
- Our Lister House facility won a Gold Award for Dementia Design from Stirling University.
- We utilise state-of-the-art equipment including electric profiling beds and pressure-relieving mattresses.
- Our directors play an active role in operations, ensuring consistent quality and accountability.
- We actively implement innovative dementia care practices through industry research and conferences.
Associations and certifications
- Stirling University Dementia Services
- Scottish Care Awards
Services
Residential Nursing Care
Our residential nursing care provides round-the-clock support in purpose-built facilities across Fife and Falkirk. Trained professionals deliver personalised care plans for elderly residents and younger adults with complex needs. Each room features electric profiling beds and pressure-relieving mattresses to ensure comfort and safety.
Dementia Care
Lister House offers specialist dementia care with award-winning design features like continuous walkways and sensory environments. Our staff receive ongoing training in dementia-specific communication techniques and behaviour management strategies to enhance resident well-being and dignity.
Complex Care for Younger Adults
Robert Allan House provides tailored care for adults aged 18-65 with complex physical and neurological conditions. Facilities include tracking hoists, accessible bathrooms, and outdoor spaces designed to accommodate mobility aids and promote independence.
Care in the Community
ACS Care at Home delivers flexible support services to individuals living independently. Our community care team assists with daily living activities, medication management, and personal care while maintaining continuity with our residential services.
End-of-Life Care
We provide compassionate end-of-life care focusing on comfort, dignity, and emotional support for residents and families. Our multidisciplinary approach includes pain management, spiritual care, and bereavement support services.
People
Adrian Hendry
Director
One of Avondale Care Home's directors, Adrian plays an active role in strategic decision-making and operational oversight, ensuring consistent quality across all facilities.
Graeme Hendry
Director
As co-director, Graeme works closely with facility managers to maintain high care standards and implement innovative practices across the organisation's three care homes.
Jo-Ann Lindsay
Manager
Manager at Benore Care Home, Jo-Ann oversees daily operations and resident care, ensuring adherence to quality standards in this 40-bed facility for elderly residents.
Tracy Gallacher
Manager
Carrondale Care Home manager Tracy leads a team providing care for 51 residents, including those requiring complex support in the Islay Unit for younger adults.
Mark Morley-Noble
Manager
As Lister House manager, Mark oversees Scotland's leading dementia facility, implementing award-winning care practices and maintaining its reputation for excellence in dementia support.
Questions
What types of care do Avondale Care Scotland's homes provide?
We offer 24/7 residential nursing care for elderly residents, younger adults with complex needs, and specialist dementia care.
Are visits to the care homes permitted?
Yes, we encourage visits and can arrange viewings of Benore, Carrondale, or Lister House facilities upon request.
What makes Lister House unique?
Lister House is an award-winning dementia facility with a patented 'figure of eight' design promoting safe mobility for residents.
Do you provide care outside residential facilities?
Yes, our ACS Care at Home service delivers community-based care tailored to individual needs.
How can I apply for a placement?
Contact any of our care homes directly to discuss requirements and arrange an assessment for our waiting list.
What qualifications do your care staff hold?
Our team includes certified professionals with specialist training in dementia care and complex needs support.
