Bothwell Castle Care Home is situated in the quaint residential community of Uddingston, just seven miles south-east of Glasgow. We are a purpose-built care home that provides a luxury yet homely environment and unrivalled levels of Residential Care, Dementia Care, Nursing Care, and Respite Care on a 24/7 basis.
Care Home Near Glasgow
Things to do in Glasgow
Appropriately named after the nearby historic attraction of Bothwell Castle, our home is nestled in a residential area between Uddingston and Bothwell, right on the outskirts of Glasgow. We are conveniently located where residents have access to local amenities such as supermarkets, eateries, and transport links. The area around our home is steeped in history. With other tourist attractions such as Glasgow Cathedral and The Riverside Museum of Transport and Travel just over a 20-minute drive away, it is the perfect place for those who are keen to learn about the rich culture and past of Glasgow.
Our care home is located 25 minutes away from Glasgow City Centre, and whilst residents have access to our homes minibus and private car for both group outings and personal errands, we have excellent public transport links nearby for visiting loved ones. Glasgow offers an array of things to see and do for all ages and interests. For leisurely days out, the Glasgow Botanic Gardens offers the chance to admire exotic flowers, walk the expansive grounds, and enjoy a bite to eat by the river. If you fancy lunch followed by an afternoon shopping and watching street entertainment, then Buchanan Street offers this in abundance.
There is also plenty for residents to do in the comfort of their own home, as we offer a variety of high-end facilities for our residents to use, as well as an activities programme to get involved in. It is highly important to us that we provide residents with an environment that supports overall wellbeing and where continuing with hobbies, pursuing new interests, and making friends are encouraged. We promote independence whilst making sure our residents know that we are on hand whenever they need us. We like to ensure that residents feel comfortable welcoming loved ones and take full advantage of our facilities such as the Cinema Room and Private Gardens.
We understand that the process of deciding whether to move yourself or a loved one into a care home can be extremely challenging. Our care team is highly qualified and has extensive and varied backgrounds across both elderly and specialist care. Every single member of our team is dedicated to helping residents and their families on every step of their journey. Prior to moving into our care home, we welcome prospective residents and loved ones to join our Home Manager for a consultation and the chance to get to know them better. During this time we can help answer any questions and also offer advice on what we believe is the best path for them and their family.
Once a resident joins us at Bothwell Castle Care Home, we continue to develop that relationship with them and their family by providing consistent updates and welcoming them to join in any activities or events at the home. In terms of care, we also create a bespoke care plan for each resident, taking into consideration their individual medical requirements as well as their personal needs. This not only helps us to foster strong relationships with our residents but also provides an environment where each and every resident’s medical, emotional and social needs are satisfied. We aim to provide only the highest standard in everything we do and are proud to be regulated by the Care Inspectorate.
Residential Care
At our Glasgow Care Home, we offer residential care which is ideal for those who can mostly live independently but who may require additional support with day-to-day tasks or benefit from the companionship and hobbies that comes with group living.
We support residents in maintaining their independence and dignity, and each of our residents is given their own en-suite bedroom for comfortable living. Our team are available to assist our residents as little or as much as they need, and with a combination of care, facilities, and activities, we can ensure the needs of our residents are successfully met.
Dementia Care
We are very proud that our care home offers Dementia Care to those in and around the Glasgow area. Our dementia unit is fully-equipped and our team recieve ongoing training to ensure we are always providing the most advanced and up-to-date methods in dementia care, as well as identifying when changes to care plans are necessary.
We work hard to ensure our home is a safe and stimulating environment where residents can thrive. Our activities team are also highly-trained in ensuring that our programme contains dementia-friendly activities, whether that be singing, dancing or reminiscence.
Nursing Care
Like with all of our care services, we provide 24-hour Nursing Care by a team of qualified, dedicated professionals. This type of care is most appropriate for those who need support with both medical and personal living needs, which includes those who have higher dependence requirements, physical disabilities, and long-term health conditions.
Our nursing team regularly monitors each resident’s care plan to ensure they are receiving the most accurate type of care, so residents can rest assured that they are being well-looked after.
Respite Care
Respite Care can be provided to residents for a number of reasons, including care and support for those who have been treated for an illness or an injury in hospital. It is also a great alternative for caregivers who need a break or some personal time.
Respite stays can vary from a few days to several months. No matter what reason or length of stay with us, we provide around-the-clock, high-quality care to all of our residents as well as encourage full use of our facilities.
Speak to Us Today
Our wonderful team of professionals welcomes any questions or queries you may have about Bothwell Castle Care Home. Please complete our online Enquiry Form to receive a callback. Alternatively, you can call us on 01698 622 299 or email info@bothwellcastle.com. We look forward to speaking to you soon.