Auchtercrag Care Home
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| Care Type | Care Home |
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| Care Category | Nursing | Dementia | Respite |
| Availability | Yes |
| Regulator's Rating | Good |
Meet The Manager
Dionne Hotchkiss is Manager at Auchtercrag Care Home.
Set within the quaint town of Ellon, less than half an hour from Aberdeen, Auchtercrag House is a purpose-built care facility dedicated to providing exceptional levels of care to residents with a range of conditions and needs. From dementia to palliative care, we are committed to ensuring the well-being and comfort of our residents.
| Care Options | We Can Provide |
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| Support For | Companionship, Personal care. |
| Disability Support | Physical Disability, Physically Frail, Walking Frame. |
| Medication | By Mouth, Change Catheter, Injection, Suppository. |
| Type Of Dementia | Mild Dementia, Moderate Dementia. |
| Dementia Behaviour | Mild Forgetfulness. |
| Dementia Specialisms | Alzheimer's. |
| Respite Care | Yes |
Autumna has invited care providers to evidence the infection control measures they are carrying out, above and beyond those laid out by the government, in order to keep residents, staff and visitors safe.
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Auchtercrag House is working within the government guidelines to help protect its staff and clients. |
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| Infection Control Initiatives in place | ||
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Independent Assessments | We have been independently assessed in our approach to infection control. |
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Infection Control Training | Our staff are trained to use measures which prevent and control infections. |
| Connectivity for resident testing, monitoring & communications |
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Infection control and the safety of both residents and staff often requires quarantine measures and the isolation of care home residents. To test, monitor and allow residents to communicate with relatives, the prevalence of room-level connectivity within the home is becoming increasingly relevant. Wireless Internet access (WiFi) The Care Organisation has not indicated availability Mobile Phone Network Coverage (mobile “signal”) The Care Organisation has not indicated availability Telephone for external calling The Care Organisation has not indicated availability |
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We are on Facebook| Minimum Age |
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| 65 |
| Our Building and Facilities |
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At Auchtercrag House, we prioritise the comfort, safety, and happiness of our residents. Our facility boasts no fewer than eight spacious lounge and dining areas where residents can relax and socialise. Each room is finished to an exceptionally high standard, ensuring a first-class level of comfort and tranquillity. Amidst the immaculately sculpted lawns and flowerbeds, Auchtercrag House provides residents with tranquil gardens to unwind and enjoy. Our residents are encouraged to spend time outside in the airy courtyard, especially those who love gardening and wish to continue their hobby within a safe and supported environment. The peaceful and serene gardens provide a perfect escape for nature lovers to find solace and joy.
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| Is Our Home Purpose Built |
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| Yes |
| Who Owns Our Building |
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| Private |
| Communal Rooms |
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| Dining Rooms, Sitting Rooms, TV Lounges. |
| What Else Do We Provide |
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| Assisted Bathroom, Beauty Salon, Hairdressers, Lift, Physiotherapy. |
| Our Garden |
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| Communal Garden, Communal Patio, Private Garden(s), Seating, Wheelchair Friendly Access. |
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Each room at Auchtercrag is finished to an exceptionally high standard, ensuring a first-class level of comfort and tranquillity. |
| About Our Rooms | |
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| Number Of Rooms | 71 |
| Type Of Room |
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| Shared Room, Single Room. |
| Room Features |
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| Furnished, Step Free Access. |
| Room Facilities |
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| Freeview TV, Internet Access, Telephone Point, Wifi. |
| Funding Types | |
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| Region | None specified |
| We Accept Self-Funding Clients | Yes |
| We Accept Local Authority Funding | No |
| Activities Are So Important |
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As part of your care plan at Auchtercrag House, you'll receive support with daily living activities, both basic and physical, to help you lead a fulfilling life tailored to your abilities, whether at home or in the community. |
| Activities At Home |
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| 1 to 1 Activities, Birthday Celebrations, Board Games, Card Games, Crafts, Crosswords, Excursions, Knitting / Embroidery, Painting, Quiz Games, Reminiscence, Visiting Entertainment, Word Games. |
| Activities Outside Our Home |
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| Local Tourist Attractions. |
Commercial Road
Ellon
AB41 9BD
Regulator: Care Inspectorate - Scotland
Autumna uses the Care Inspectorate's combined grading data which combines information from their new quality framework evaluations and their previous quality inspection methodology. If no recent rating has been awarded, an older rating from a previous inspection will be displayed.
| Category | Rating |
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| Overall | Good |
| Wellbeing | Good |
| Care and Support | Good |
| Read More | https://www.careinspectorate.com/index.php/care-services?detail=CS2010249607 |
| Report Published | 1st December 2020 |
| Transport |
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| Bus Stop nearby, Car Park. |
| Places of Worship |
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| Methodist Church. |
| Nearby Services |
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| Church, Local Walks & Bike Rides, Park, Pub, Restaurant, Shops. |
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