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William Simpsons

Main Street, Old Plean, Stirling FK7 8BQ
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William Simpsons, Stirling

William Simpsons is an independent charitable care home supporting adults living with a long term mental health diagnosis. This bright, light, well appointed Home offers respite stays, short term care and medium term support in preparation for return to community living. It is also a comfortable long term home for residents providing responsive and adaptive care.

The ethos behind their modern, person-centred model of care is to support the whole person....  

Care Provided by William Simpsons

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Learning Disability / Autism
  • Mental Health Condition
  • Physical Disability
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • Eating Disorders
  • Alcohol / Drug Misuse
  • Younger Adults

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 71 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Stroke
  • Palliative / End of Life Care
  • COPD/Pulmonary Disease
  • Convalescent Care
  • Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • Close to Local shops
  • Near Public Transport
  • Minibus or other transport
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Gardens
  • Bar/Café
  • Residents Kitchenette
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Television point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access

Funding & Fees

Weekly Charges per Person

Type of carePermanentRespite
Residential CareFrom £1,252From £1,252
Residential Dementia CareFrom £1,252From £1,252

William Simpsons charges a flat fee which includes almost all extras: an extensive inhouse activity programme delivered over 7 days a week; nail bar and basic hair styling salon; bespoke fitness and mobility programmes delivered by the Home’s Fitness Coach including free access to local leisure centre facilities with gym, sports and swimming pool access.

The Home subsidises some of the more expensive activities to make them accessible and affordable for residents, such as the visiting Aromatherapy ‘Wellness Spa’ and Equi-Power RDA Horse Care sessions at the local stables.

Treatment from the visiting Podiatrist incurs a small fee and professional hairdressing services provided by external Salon Professionals will be charged at the salon prices.

Contact William Simpsons to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:

Funding Types Accepted

  • Self-Funding (Private)
  • Local Authority with Top-up
  • Local Authority

Support you may be entitled to

  • If you choose a care home based in Scotland, you may be eligible for the Scottish Government's Free Personal Care funding of up to £260.30 per week if you're over the age of 65. This support is not reflected in this fee amount.

Good to Know

Owner

  • William Simpsons Ltd
  • Voluntary / Not for Profit Owned

Person in charge

  • Catherine Jones (Care Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

  • Mixed with both male-only and female-only unit(s)
  • Ages 18+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes
  • Year Purpose Built: 2011
  • Last Refurbishment: 2026
  • Number of floors: 2

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (71)
  • Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (71)

Visiting

  • There are no visiting restrictions. Visitors are welcome anytime throughout the daytime and evening during the week and at weekends.

Parking

  • There is extensive, free onsite parking available for visitors. There are also frequent bus services which stop close by the driveway entrance to the Home.

William Simpsons Reviews (4)

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8.3

William Simpsons has a Review Score of 8.3 (8.261) out of 10, based on 4 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time William Simpsons has 4 reviews.

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Review from Margaret B (Resident / Service User) published on 31 July 2026 Submitted via Postal Card
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My stay in William Simpsons is excellent. I have made so many lovely friends. I love my volunteering job in the cafe. I also join in all the activities which I really enjoy as well.

Reply from Catherine Jones, Care Manager at William Simpsons
That is great to hear, thank you! It's important to us that every individual resident can enjoy daily life at a level that's right for them and our varied 7-days-a-week, resident led activities provision reflects this.

For those wishing to take on another level of responsibility and challenge,...  

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Review from Rosemary T (Sister of Resident) published on 15 July 2026 Submitted via Postal Card
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Visiting my brother at W Simpsons is always enjoyable. The staff are helpful and a pleasure to deal with. My brother's room is large and comfortable, and he loves it very much. Another thing he enjoys is the food and at special times like Christmas, a beautiful 3 course dinner is served. My brother is unable to live independantly, but has said the home is the next best option, he is thriving in his flat, and has lost 33kg in weight which is incredible, he can feel the difference. Overall both of us are grateful for the home and staff, the level of care is above & beyond. Many Thanks

Reply from Catherine Jones, Care Manager at William Simpsons

Thank you! It will mean so much to staff when they hear your lovely words as to them this is just 'what they do''. We pull out all the stops to ensure residents enjoy & celebrate special occasions throughout the year. The catering team do us proud with every meal but the 'special events' really are...  

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Review from Derek M (Resident / Service User) published on 8 July 2026 Submitted via Postal Card
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I would like to go out on more outings.

Reply from Catherine Jones, Care Manager at William Simpsons

We really appreciate your feedback, it's always good to hear directly from residents. Thank you for being the first resident to leave us a review! Your request for more outings has been logged & the activities team will drop in for a chat about the kind of outings that you'd like to be involved in,...  

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Review from E E (Mother of Resident) published on 8 July 2026 Submitted via Postal Card
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Ross has been looked after in a caring, kind, thoughtful environment. The grounds do credit to the maintenance crew who work hard to provide beautiful areas to relax in a admire. The home is light, airy and so inviting. Staff are caring and hospitable, always ready to answer questions or concerns.

We have no qualms about leaving Ross in the care of William Simpsons.

Reply from Catherine Jones, Care Manager at William Simpsons

Thank you for such lovely words! There are so many different elements which combine to provide great care & providing comfortable relaxed spaces both in and outside the Home is just one. It's important to us that residents have a voice when it comes to how the Home looks & everyone has opportunity...  

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Regulatory Rating

Care Inspectorate (CI) Rating

Date: 06 March 2026
  • How well do we support people's wellbeing?
    Good

    (4)

  • How good is our staff team?
    Very Good

    (5)

  • How good is our setting?
    Good

    (4)

  • How well is care and support planned?
    Good

    (4)

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News (2) & Events (0)

News
  • 26 Jun 2026

    What a day for a BBQ! Our friends at Stirling4Community joined residents and staff for our first BBQ of the summer... one down, many more to come!

  • 26 Jun 2026

    There's been something of a step change within our Home, brought about by a brand new resident-focused role... meet 'The Fitness Coach'! Residents are now receiving individual, one-to-one Fitness...

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Meet the Team (8)

Catherine Jones
Catherine JonesJob Title:Care ManagerJoined: 2003

Catherine has been involved with William Simpsons for over 23 years. After initially joining the laundry team, Catherine discovered that care was her calling, and she worked her way through the ranks. She held the role of Deputy Care Manager with responsibility for Day Care and Respite services for over 6 years, becoming Care Manager in 2023.

Outside of work, Catherine is a devoted mother and granny. She enjoys spending time with family and friends, occasional weekend trips to Blackpool and holidays in Spain. As a local girl, born and bred in the village of Plean, Catherine has grown up with an understanding of the importance of the work we do here in the Home. All of this grassroots experience has given Catherine a clear understanding of what constitutes exceptional care. It is her passion to ensure every resident has the opportunity and support to live their best life, and at some point every day, you will find Catherine spending time with individual residents in conversation, listening and building solid foundations for friendships.

John Mechan
John MechanJob Title:Deputy ManagerJoined: 2017

John is an experienced Deputy Manager with over 15 years of care experience with William Simpsons. He started out as a Care Assistant before gaining the knowledge and experience to gain promotion to Team Leader, and again in 2017 when he took on the Deputy Manager role. For John, it has always been the personal connection with residents that he values the most, and this has been a continuing priority throughout his career in care.

On a personal level, John is an experienced and knowledgeable horseman with a love of racing and a passion for travel. A true globe-trotter in every sense of the term!

Zoe Nolan
Zoe NolanJob Title:Chief ExecutiveJoined: 2012

It was relocating from the city that originally brought Zoe to William Simpsons in 2012, initially as a Deputy Manager, then expanding her role to Operations Manager. Now, over 14 years later, Zoe guides the organisation forward as the Chief Executive with her feet firmly planted in the ethos which has seen our Home grow.

"It's so important to recognise each resident's individuality and tailor their care accordingly, supporting the whole person, their physical health, mental health and emotional wellbeing. Care should never be 'one size fits all'. We apply the same ethos to staffing with the positive outcome of a strong, committed and dedicated staff team."

Zoe is a Community Councillor and a Trustee of the local community trust. In her free time, Zoe loves to explore the Scottish countryside with her husband and Gibbs, their cockerpoo. Gibbs joins Zoe at work most days but is seldom found in the office, preferring to snuggle up on residents' knees instead, making the most of all the attention!

Hannah Kirkpatrick
Hannah KirkpatrickJob Title:HR AdministratorJoined: 2023

Hannah joined William Simpsons in 2023 on completion of her university degree. She is the warm, friendly face who heads up the HR department, supporting and guiding staff through all stages of employment from their very first enquiry onwards. Hannah orientates new starters through the onboarding process and plays an important and active role throughout the induction period, providing continuity to ensure staff enjoy the best start to their career with William Simpsons and beyond. She also keeps up to date with changes in employment law to ensure the organisation remains a compliant, responsive employer and staff feel valued and supported.

On a personal level, Hannah enjoys sports and can often be found on the football pitch playing with her local team or, as an avid reader, losing herself in a good book.

Alan Gage
Alan GageJob Title:SupervisorJoined: 2017

Alan joined William Simpsons in 2017 as a Team Leader with a solid background in care. Before joining William Simpsons, he worked within a Respite Unit and later in the community, where he developed a broad understanding of person-centred support across different care settings.

Alan was drawn to William Simpsons because of the positive working environment, the client group, and the organisation’s commitment to supporting a healthy work–life balance. His dedication and capability led to the opportunity to progress into the role of Supervisor, a position in which he gained valuable insight into the management side of the organisation.

This role also allowed Alan to work closely with external professionals and supported his development through further relevant qualifications.

For Alan, delivering high-quality care and contributing to a well-supported team remain central to his role. Outside of work, he enjoys gardening, walking, and reading. He is also a proud grandparent to two young grandchildren, who happily keep him busy in his spare time.

Tamara Bell
Tamara BellJob Title:SupervisorJoined: 2019

Tamara started her career in care aged 18, moving to William Simpsons as a Team Leader in 2019 after hearing about the quality of care and positive working environment within the Home. Tamara initially worked with the night shift team but later moved onto the day shift, where she achieved the relevant SVQ level qualification and gained promotion to the Supervisor team.

For Tamara, care is a way of life and something of a family profession. It was her mum, a mental health nurse, who showed her the value of truly person-centred care when she took up her first social care post within the nursing home where they both worked. The positive impact that really good, person-centred care can have on an individual has never left Tamara, and she has made it the foundation of her practice.

When she’s not at work, Tamara is kept busy with her young son and loves spending time with family and friends.

Craig Black
Craig BlackJob Title:SupervisorJoined: 2017

Craig joined William Simpsons in 2014, fresh from school, with a strong desire to do something meaningful that would help others. Care has been more than just a career for Craig, and although he has progressed from Team Leader to a Supervisor role, it is the positive impact on the daily lives of residents that he is most proud of, being able to play a part in helping residents to enjoy meaningful days and fulfilling lives.

Craig is a family man who loves spending time with his children, family and friends. He's an avid reader with a particular interest in history and theology alongside computer programming and software development.

Kelly Moran
Kelly MoranJob Title:SupervisorJoined: 2015

Kelly started out in retail but soon realised her heart was not in it. After initially joining William Simpsons in 2015 and finding her feet with the Domestic team, Kelly felt herself drawn towards care and transferred over to a Support Worker role. She worked quietly away, gaining experience and knowledge, working towards SVQ level qualifications, the role of Team Leader and more recently the Supervisor role.

Kelly's passion for care is clear to see, and when asked what the thing she enjoys most about her work, her response was 'The resident contact - being able to build relationships, supporting residents' independence. I leave work knowing that I've helped make someone's day better, and that's so rewarding. Seeing residents feel safe, valued and happy is what motivates me every day.'

Outside of work, Kelly enjoys spending time with her family and friends. She's an adventurous cook who loves to walk.

Frequently Asked Questions about William Simpsons

What types of Care is William Simpsons registered for?

Older Person Care, Dementia, Learning Disability / Autism, Mental Health Condition, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment, Eating Disorders, Alcohol / Drug Misuse, Younger Adults are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.

How many Rooms does William Simpsons have?

There are 71 Single Rooms.

What are the Facilities & Services at William Simpsons?

Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Minibus or other transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Bar/Café, Residents Kitchenette, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.

How far is William Simpsons to the centre of Stirling?

4.8 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.

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