Ashgrove Care Home

229 Alexandra Parade, Kirn, Dunoon PA23 8HD
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9.3 22 Reviews
  • Ashgrove Care Home, Dunoon
Ashgrove is a 65 bedded purpose built Care Home completed in January 2009 - Single rooms with en-suite showers, electric up and down beds, assisted baths, home cooking and baking, spacious air con day rooms great views, looking after Residential and Nursing residents.

Excellent views over the Clyde Estuary adds to residents' satisfaction, with the service set up to provide 24-hour access to qualified and dedicated carers.
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Care Provided by Ashgrove Care Home

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Physical Disability
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • Younger Adults

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • For a maximum of 65 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia
  • Advanced/Complex Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Stroke
  • Palliative / End of Life Care
  • Convalescent Care
  • Day Care

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
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Television point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access

Funding & Fees

Weekly Charges per Person

  • Self-Funded Residential Care: £1550 – £1550
  • Self-Funded Nursing Care: £1550 – £1550
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Care: from £1550
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Nursing Care: from £1550

These prices are only a guideline, please contact Ashgrove Care Home to find out the exact price for your requirements.

Funding Types Accepted

  • Self Funding (Private)
  • Local Authority with Top Up
  • Local Authority
  • NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)

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 £248.70 per week (if you are over the age of 65) and Free Nursing Care funding of up to £111.90 per week. This support is is not reflected in this fee amount.

Good to Know

Person in charge

  • Jacqui Boyce (Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Criteria

  • Ages 30+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (61)
  • Couples/Companion Rooms (2)
  • Single Rooms with Ensuite Wet Room (61)

Ashgrove Care Home Reviews (22)

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Ashgrove Care Home has a Review Score of 9.3 (9.324) out of 10, based on 15 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Ashgrove Care Home has 22 reviews.

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Review from Gwen H (Daughter of Resident) published on 17 September 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
I would like to say thank you to the all of the staff who have been very welcoming and supportive of my mum since her move into care in February. Mum is very anxious but the staff and the management have been brilliant in helping her to settle in as much as they can. Jacqui and her staff are always
available for support and advice and always keep me updated with mums care. Thank you for all of your hard work.
Reply from Sally Bowes, Administrator at Ashgrove Care Home

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review for us. We really appreciate your feedback and we are so pleased that you are happy with the standards of care. We will continue to make high standards for our residents a priority here in Ashgrove. Thank you

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Review from A G (Sister-in-law of Resident) published on 8 September 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 3.0 out of 5
The staff do their best under difficult circumstances. My relative can be very awkward, refusing a shower or bath, etc. This manifests in that sometimes, when visiting, she looks in need of personal care. This does not reflect the good care she receives on a regular basis.
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Review from Ron L (Husband of Resident) published on 25 August 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Wife has now been in Ashgrove for Nine months and is well looked after by the caring staff, there is a very good menu for the residents but unfortunately my wife has dementia so doesn't remember what she has eaten
Reply from Sally Bowes, Administrator at Ashgrove Care Home

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review for us. We really appreciate your feedback and we are so pleased that you are happy with the standards of care. We will continue to make high standards for our residents a priority here in Ashgrove. Thank you Jacqui Boyce Manager

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Review from P C (Sister of Resident) published on 8 August 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
On my last visit with my brother he had really bad razor burns on both sides of his neck. This is due to the use of a disposable razor. I have purchased two electric razors can you explain why his is being shaved with a disposable one.
Reply from Sally Bowes, Administrator at Ashgrove Care Home

Thank you for your review. I am sorry that you felt the standard of care was below what we expect. I will contact you via telephone to discuss this individual case. Please remember we are always available and happy to discuss any concerns within the home when you visit. Kind regards Jacqui.

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Review from A D (Wife of Resident) published on 8 August 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
I'm happy with the care my husband receives. The staff is very friendly and caring. My husband is settled and comfortable. A special mention of the activity coordinators , those girls go the extra mile for the residents and their familie.
Reply from Sally Bowes, Administrator at Ashgrove Care Home

Thank you for your review. We really appreciate your feedback. We will continue to strive to provide a high standard of care. Kind regards.

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Review from Fiona M (Daughter of Resident) published on 31 January 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
So glad the water problems will be sorted in the next two weeks. Also happy the food is going to be reviewed. All staff are 100% they couldn't do any better.
Reply from Sally Bowes, Administrator at Ashgrove Care Home

Thank you for your review. We appreciate your feedback.

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Review from A S (Daughter of Resident) published on 25 December 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 3.0 out of 5
Overall I'm happy with care but very unhappy with seeing a male carer being on his own when providing my mum's personal care, changing her incontinence pad etc. he was very pleasant and there is no issue there but would prefer 2 members of staff present for this. Also, my mum's shower room cupboard
is full of men's shaving foam (no idea why). I feel the food could be a lot better too.
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Review from James B (Resident) assisted by family/friend published on 22 January 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Very happy with the care I receive. The staff go over and above to ensure they know what I like and what my needs are.
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Review from J P (Son-in-law of Resident) published on 22 January 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Always greeted with a warm welcome. Always plenty of staff to offer help if needed. Relative always appears well cared for.
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Review from S D (Friend of Resident) published on 10 January 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
I have visited my friend on several occasions since her admittance to Ashgrove. Staff have been friendly, approachable and helpful when asked. My friend has sometimes asked for tea to be brought for us which has always happened. Staff have checked on her when I've been present and have been smiling
and friendly to her. The bedroom looks tidy and she has some of her own furniture and possessions, pictures etc.
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Review from L T (Friend of Resident) published on 10 January 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Visiting a resident in Ashgrove, staff and management are always friendly and welcoming. The resident is always comfortable in the bedroom, clean and tidy. Well cared for. Plenty going on to keep the residents active.
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Review from Pamela B (Resident) published on 10 January 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
The staff are all very kind. Difficult sometimes for agency staff. My diet is limited, the chef is very thoughtful providing meals I am able to eat. Medication sometimes runs out. Management is very helpful, do not have local family.
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Review from B R (Husband of Resident) published on 9 January 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
I find that all the staff are dedicated, thoughtful, compassionate and engage very well with my wife. I find the staff very friendly and more than eager to please. A great environment for my wife to reside. Thanks.
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Review from Kaitlin M (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 4 January 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I visit my gran as often as I can, usually every day. My two-year-old son always joins. Not only does my gran love our visits, but I feel all residents and staff do. Everyone is always so welcoming and kind. My gran is thriving in Ashgrove. I am so happy with her progress from the first day to now.
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Review from Scott L (Son of Resident) published on 3 January 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Happy with care provided. Mum is happy, clean and well fed. Any illnesses are taken care right away. The home has entertainment on to keep residents stimulated.
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Review from Christine B (Wife of Resident) published on 24 February 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My husband was recently in Ashgrove for an interim placement while waiting on his care package. He very much enjoyed his time there. The staff were all lovely and very helpful. His whole experience in there was very positive, thank you to all the staff.
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Review from Francesca M (Niece of Resident) published on 21 November 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My aunt moved into Ashgrove a few weeks ago and has been treated with the utmost dignity and respect. Although she has only been here a few weeks staff know her needs and likes/dislikes so well it feels as though she has been here longer. My aunt herself says she is happy here and very fond of her nurses/carers.
On visiting my aunt is always spotlessly clean, nails clean and painted and one time even sitting with her rollers in. There is a great selection of food and staff quickly identified that she would benefit from adapted cutlery. There are always activities on when we visit and forthcoming events are well displayed. The clinical treatment my aunt has received has been excellent. Staff have been quick to identify when things aren't quite right with her and have responded effectively. Communication is also excellent. Staff are fantastic, always cheery. Nothing is ever a bother. We cannot thank you enough.
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Review from K M (Daughter of Resident) published on 2 September 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My Mum has only recently moved into Ashgrove Care Home. It is a brightly decorated home with spacious bedrooms. The staff there are kind, helpful and very friendly, taking time to give my Mother the care she needs, but also making time to discuss Mum’s needs with me. I have nothing but praise for the
staff and the care my Mum is being given.
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Review from Elaine D (Daughter of Resident) published on 4 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My mum has advanced Dementia so is unable to communicate. I find the staff warm and helpful and always smiling. Mum looks more content than I have seen in a while and is always clean and tidy. Staff interact with her beautifully and have a good understanding of Dementia and how to communicate. Mum always
has her teddies around her which is important to her, and her photograph albums are always on display for her to see. The accommodation is spotlessly clean. The manager is approachable and always visibly interacting with residents and staff. Staff have done their best during the difficult time with COVID and provided a room with perspex and intercom systems. Visiting is now being reintroduced with designated visitors being allowed indoors.
Reply from Jacqui Boyce, Manager at Ashgrove Care Home

Thank you so much for your review. We really appreciate you taking the time to leave us feedback. So pleased that you are happy with the care. We are continually trying to improve our service. Thank you.

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Review from Sandra (Daughter of Resident) published on 21 April 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have nothing but good things to say about Ashgrove. My mother has had excellent care and she seems quite happy. She cannot take part in some of the amenities because of her condition. If it's singing she'll sing along.
Reply from Jacqui Boyce, Manager at Ashgrove Care Home

Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We are so pleased that you are happy with the care your mum is receiving here at Ashgrove and we will continue to keep our standards high at all times. Your feedback is much appreciated.

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Current Review Score: 9.3 (9.324)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.3 (9.324) out of 10 for Ashgrove Care Home is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.3 out of 5 from 15 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 13 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Care Home is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  1. 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months. The Average Rating of 4.324 for Ashgrove Care Home is calculated as follows: ( (85 Excellents x 5) + (62 Goods x 4) + (23 Satisfactorys x 3) + (3 Poors x 2) ) ÷ 173 Ratings = 4.324
  2. 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5'). The 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Ashgrove Care Home is based on 13 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    1. 4 points are available for the first 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 4
    2. 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the registered maximum number of service users in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Care Home registered for a maximum of 50 service users has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 65 registered maximum number of service users is 13, which has been reached with 13 Positive reviews. Points = 1
  3. When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
  4. If a Care Home does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

Regulatory Rating

Care Inspectorate (CI) Rating

Date: 11 Mar 2025
How well do we support people's wellbeing?
Good (4)
How good is our leadership?
Adequate (3)
How good is our staff team?
Very good (5)
How good is our setting?
Good (4)
How well is care and support planned?
Adequate (3)
Care Inspectorate is responsible for the registration and inspection of social care services in Scotland. View Latest Report

Bed Vacancies

4 Bed Vacancies

Posted: 15 Sep 2025

We currently have vacancies at Ashgrove Care Home and would be happy to discuss our services and the process for admission to the home. We look forward to hearing from you.

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Meet the Team (2)

Jacqu

Jacqu Boyce

Job Title: Manager Joined: 2011

I have worked as the manager at Ashgrove for 4 years. I have been a registered nurse for 20 years and I am passionate about high standards of nursing care. As the manager I am always looking for feed back to constantly improve our service so please feel free to get in touch.

Lynsey

Lynsey Perlich

Job Title: Deputy Manager Joined: 2012

Lynsey has been a member of the nursing team in Ashgrove since 2012. Lynsey has many years experience in nursing and is now the deputy manager. Always committed to delivering high standards of care.

Frequently Asked Questions about Ashgrove Care Home

What types of Care is Ashgrove Care Home registered for?

Older Person Care, Dementia, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment & Younger Adults are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.

How many Rooms does Ashgrove Care Home have?

There are 61 Single Rooms and 2 Couples/Companion Rooms.

What are the Facilities & Services at Ashgrove Care Home?

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

How far is Ashgrove Care Home to the centre of Dunoon?

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

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