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Northwood House

114 Sinclair Street, Helensburgh, Argyll & Bute G84 9QF
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Northwood House, Helensburgh
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Northwood House, Helensburgh

Northwood House is a beautiful Victorian mansion house converted and extended to provide spacious, comfortable accommodation. The home sits in upper Helensburgh and enjoys superb views of the Clyde estuary and the mountains beyond. The small number of residents allows a cosy, intimate ambience.

Extended and fully upgraded, all 20 bedrooms enjoy full private facilities as well as open outlooks. The traditional Victorian features, including original fireplaces and cornicing, combine well...  

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Care Provided by Northwood House

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Physical Disability
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • Alcohol / Drug Misuse

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • For a maximum of 20 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia
  • Advanced/Complex Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Stroke
  • Palliative / End of Life Care
  • COPD/Pulmonary Disease
  • Bariatric Care/Obesity
  • Convalescent Care

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • Smoking not permitted
  • Close to Local shops
  • Near Public Transport
  • Minibus or other transport
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Gardens
  • 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 Care£1,650 - £1,950£1,650 - £1,950
Residential Dementia Care£1,650 - £1,950£1,650 - £1,950
Nursing Care£1,650 - £1,950£1,650 - £1,950
Nursing Dementia Care£1,650 - £1,950£1,650 - £1,950

Please see brochure for more details.

Contact Northwood House 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 are over the age of 65) and Free Nursing Care funding of up to £117.10 per week. This support is not reflected in this fee amount.

Good to Know

Group / Owner

Person in charge

  • Annette Gillies (Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

  • Mixed (no single-gender units)
  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: No
  • Last Refurbishment: 2022
  • Number of floors: 2

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (20)
  • Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (20)

Visiting

  • Visiting is open, avoiding mealtimes unless arranged with the home. Viewing is by arrangement but usually can be flexible to suit those wishing to view and in a timely fashion.

Parking

  • Small car park with one disabled bay for 6-7 cars

Northwood House Reviews (61)

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9.6

Northwood House has a Review Score of 9.6 (9.552) out of 10, based on 7 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Northwood House has 61 reviews.

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Review from Lorraine A (Niece of Resident) published on 19 April 2021 Submitted via Website
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My Aunt has been living for several months in Northwood House and the care that has been given has been outstanding. The staff considers my Aunt’s needs and keep her at the centre of her care, truly person-centred care. It has been challenging for the family with the transition to 24-hour care particularly during a pandemic but the staff and management have supported us through the journey, getting to know us and meeting our needs as much as my Aunt’s. I would have no hesitation in recommending Northwood House.

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Review from Chris W (Son of Resident) published on 27 January 2021 Submitted via Website
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Northwood presents a very pleasant and comfortable atmosphere. Given all the challenges the staff have been heroic over the last year. Their communication has been excellent while visiting has been restricted.

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Review from Donald M (Power of Attorney of Resident) published on 26 January 2021 Submitted via Website
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My relative is very well looked after in Northwood House care home, I have always been impressed by the care she receives and is very content. The staff are very attentive to her needs and are always welcoming when we visit.

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Review from S C (Daughter of Resident) published on 30 October 2019 Submitted via Postal Card
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The staff are wonderful. They are always kind and attentive and have really good relationships with the residents. Northwood House has a positive and happy atmosphere where people are encouraged and engaged.

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Review from Marlyn G (Niece of Resident) published on 17 June 2019 Submitted via Postal Card
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I visit my Aunt in Northwood House regularly. Staff are always friendly and welcoming. Usually, a hot drink is offered as they know I travel a fair distance. Staff display affection towards the residents and are very patient with myAunt. I feel they were particularly understanding during her settling in period.

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Review from Helen S (Resident / Service User) published on 5 February 2019 Submitted via Review Postal Card
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I really like the food. It is beautifully cooked and there is always a choice, a good variety. I enjoy having company while I have my meal.

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Review from Jacqueline A (Daughter of Resident) published on 5 February 2019 Submitted via Review Postal Card
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This is a very homely and caring home. The staff are extremely kind and very professional.

I am always made welcome when I visit and mum has settled here very well which had made a huge difference to all our lives.

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Review from Charles M (Son of Resident) published on 4 February 2019 Submitted via Website
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Northwood House is a well-run establishment, the staff are excellent, friendly, caring and engaging. The atmosphere is relaxed and open which makes it feel more like a home. The residents are treated with respect and encouraged to express their own views.

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Review from Jeanette M (Daughter of Resident) published on 31 January 2019 Submitted via Website
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My mother has been a resident at Northwood House for a number of years. I am happy with the quality of care that she receives there. Members of staff appear to have a genuine affection for her and from the way she responds to them, it is clear that she is very fond of her carers too.

I am always made to feel welcome whenever I visit my mother and members of staff are good at keeping myself and my sister up to date with things, like what she had been doing and how she is eating. For example, recently one of the carers went out of her way to describe to me how much my mother had enjoyed getting her hair washed and styled, which was lovely to hear. It is comforting to know that members of staff there are keen to give my mother positive experiences.

The management of the home is excellent and any issues I’ve had over the years have been dealt with quickly and efficiently by the manager. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend this home.

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Review from Craig S (Son of Resident) published on 30 January 2019 Submitted via Website
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The overall standard is good for a small care home. Areas that could be improved are a greater choice of food and some more activities to engage residents. Staff are always friendly and helpful.

Reply from Annette Gillies, Manager at Northwood House

There is a variety of menu choices, often not advertised on the main menu, tailored to the individual's tastes. Sunday is a relaxed day, with no structured activities at the residents' request, due to the high level of visitors throughout the day. However, we take on board the comments made and...  

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Review from Katy T (Daughter of Resident) published on 30 January 2019 Submitted via Website
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Every day I give thanks that my mother was able to get a place in this delightful care home. The staff and management are outstanding. They are caring and kind, taking time, in what must be a hectic day, to be patient and understanding to my mother who has communication issues and takes that bit longer to make herself understood. My mother is clearly very happy in this care home and thriving.

When you enter the building, through the secure entry system, you are immediately greeted by a happy atmosphere. The staff seem happy in their work, there is laughter and an upbeat feel, there is a bustle of activity. Cleanliness is excellent and there is always something organised for residents which is on the go. This is a small intimate home, with a home from home feel. I would not hesitate to recommend this care home as being outstanding and a gem of a find.

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Review from Alan B (Son of Resident) published on 25 January 2019 Submitted via Website
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Mother been in home over 2 years and in that time have found the staff and atmosphere very welcoming, friendly and clean.
They try to vary the entertainment and whilst my mother doesn't get involved much, the home tries their best to involve as many residents as possible.

The freshly made meals are varied and seem to suit residents.

The rooms are suitable and kept clean and tidy.

No problem in recommending the home.

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Review from M A (Daughter of Resident) published on 4 September 2018 Submitted via Review Postal Card
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From the very first day felt welcomed by the staff.
Every one of them cannot do enough for residents and families alike, could not get better care anywhere for my Mum.
Nothing is too much trouble.

Thanks to the great staff.

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Review from Ron G (Nephew of Resident) published on 31 August 2018 Submitted via Website
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In our experience, we found all staff at Northwood House to be very friendly, helpful and supplied excellent care and attention to my Aunt during her stay there.

When my Aunt was being awkward, the staff were extremely patient and caring and when she became unwell the standard of nursing care could not have been better.

We live some distance from Helensburgh, therefore it was important to us that the Staff at Northwood House were always very helpful in supplying information when we phoned. Never made us feel that we were being a nuisance.

Thanks to all at Northwood House.

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Review from Jane (Daughter of Resident) published on 24 August 2018 Submitted via Website
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Very happy with the care that my father receives. A very well managed care home with staff who genuinely care for the residents.

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Review from Mrs Karen M (Niece of Resident) published on 24 August 2018 Submitted via Website
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Our family member has been a resident in Northwood House for a year. Initially, he was unsettled but due to the care and support he received, he has now settled into a very caring home. The manager is always available to talk to, she is extremely caring and continues to promote high standards of care and support to the residents.
Nursing and care staff provide a safe and caring environment, ensuring high standards are maintained. Being a small care home, it is extremely homely and this ensures the staff know all the residents well.
Regular activities, with an ongoing programme, helps the residents to keep active and stimulated.

The home has a very cheerful team which includes the kitchen staff, who provide tasty, homemade meals which are adapted to the resident's requirements.

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Review from Liz (Daughter of Resident) published on 23 August 2018 Submitted via Website
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My Mum has been at Northwood for just over 2 1/2 years and the staff at Northwood has consistently provided kind, gentle and expert care at each stage of her illness. The care is truly person centred and everything that can be done is done to support her and provide a good quality of life.

I live outside the UK and am grateful every day for the staff of Northwood House. I visit as often as I can and see the incredible attention and care provided to my mum and to all the other residents, this extends throughout the staff, management, nurses, carers, cooks and housekeeping.

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Review from Timothy D (Son of Resident) published on 23 August 2018 Submitted via Website
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A very homely place with very caring, committed and professional staff.

A high quality of care delivered consistently in a compassionate way.

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Review from Jackie M (Daughter of Resident) published on 23 August 2018 Submitted via Website
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My mother was a resident in Northwood House for the last three weeks of her life. Mum was treated with respect and dignity and as a family, we were kept informed and advised with compassion by the staff. The house was clean and comfortable and staff always friendly and welcoming.

Mum's last day was managed discreetly by the staff on duty and we were given privacy to say goodbye along with support available for us as a family. I cannot recommend Northwood House enough. It is a comfortable, caring environment for both residents and their families. Thank you so much to all the staff for their care of Mum and support we were given.

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Review from A S (Daughter of Resident) published on 23 August 2018 Submitted via Website
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Northwood is a very caring, homely environment with lovely staff, many of whom live locally and have been there for some time. They have made the adjustment to nursing care for our frail and anxious mother as easy as possible. We looked at a number of nursing homes but kept coming back to Northwood as the one which suited our mother's needs best. We feel she is very well looked after by staff who are trained and skilled with elderly residents.

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Regulatory Rating

Care Inspectorate (CI) Rating

Date: 19 February 2026
  • How well do we support people's wellbeing?
    Very Good

    (5)

  • How good is our leadership?
    Very Good

    (5)

  • How good is our staff team?
    Very Good

    (5)

  • How good is our setting?
    Good

    (4)

  • How well is care and support planned?
    Very Good

    (5)

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  • 15 Feb 2016Recipient: Northwood House
  • 01 Feb 2014Recipient: Northwood House

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Meet the Team (17)

Annette Gillies
Annette GilliesJob Title ManagerJoined 2012

The registered manager of Northwood House since April 2016 but previously worked as a registered nurse at Northwood since 2014. Been in employment with Northwood since 2012. Registered nurse degree and Leadership and Management qualification.

Dawn Sanderson
Dawn SandersonJob Title Registered NurseJoined 2020

Dawn is a part-time registered nurse who joined our team in 2020. Registered nurse degree. She is one of our Infection Control champions.

Becky Leaper
Becky LeaperJob Title Registered NurseJoined 2020

Becky joined our team as a part-time nurse in 2020. Has a registered nurse degree.

Chloe Hislop
Chloe HislopJob Title Registered NurseJoined 2016

Registered nurse

Lucian Bullas
Lucian BullasJob Title CookJoined 2018

Lucian joined our housekeeping team in 2018 and we quickly learned his skills lay in the kitchen so is now one of our part-time cooks. Completed his Hospitality services SCQF level 5 qualification in 2019.

Mia Blakey
Mia BlakeyJob Title Activities Coordinator/CarerJoined 2021

Mia joined our team during Covid in 2021 to help keep our residents active in the evening and reduce falls. She was a hairdressing apprentice at that time and quickly realised she wanted to move over to care. She is now our main activities coordinator and also a care worker. She also makes sure the residents are looking their best with their weekly hair salon experience. Mia is currently waiting on a place to start her SVQ3 due to the delay in assessors from the pandemic.

Mary Morton
Mary MortonJob Title Cook/HousekeepingJoined 2010

Mary has been with us since 2010 as a cook, branching into housekeeping duties during the pandemic and sometimes still helping out with the odd shift when needed. She is one of the twin cooks we have working for us. She has a Scotvec in basic catering and professional cooking and an HNC in hospitality operations, plus years of experience.

Heather Johnston
Heather JohnstonJob Title Cook/HousekeepingJoined 2014

Heather joined our team in 2014 as a relief cook and full-time housekeeper. Her duties mainly consist of cooking with some housekeeping shifts when required. She has followed in her twin sister Mary's footsteps by moving into the kitchen full-time. She has a City & Guilds in hospitality.

Heather Corbett
Heather CorbettJob Title Senior CarerJoined 2013

Heather has worked as a senior care worker at Northwood since 2013. She is currently nearly finished her first year as a student nurse through the Open University program. This allows her to continue working during term time at Northwood but be supported financially by the program when on placement. She is our first care worker to take advantage of this new opportunity to train to be a nurse. She has an SVQ3 qualification in Health & Social Care.

Fiona McKenzie
Fiona McKenzieJob Title CarerJoined 2015

Fiona has worked at Northwood since 2015, she came to us as a full-time housekeeper but quickly showed an interest in care work. Her main role has been as a care worker for several years now. She has an SVQ3 qualification in Health & Social Care. Fiona also helps out with housekeeping shifts when required and has done some activity co-ordinator shifts where she brings her craft talents to the fore.

KellyAnn McNamee
KellyAnn McNameeJob Title CarerJoined 2020

KellyAnn joined us at Northwood in 2020 as a care worker.

She has nearly completed her SVQ3 qualification in health and social care. There was a period of delay due to the pandemic when assessments were put on hold.

Alicia Burgher
Alicia BurgherJob Title CarerJoined 2020

Alicia joined us at Northwood House in 2020. Originally working nightshift she now works dayshift as a care worker. She also is dual-trained as an activities co-ordinator. Alicia has an SVQ2 qualification in health and social care.

LynnAnn Cordner
LynnAnn CordnerJob Title carerJoined 2022

LynnAnn joined our team in 2022. She is one of our Infection Control champions. She is currently working as a care worker but looking towards starting her adult nursing next year through the Open University.

Louise Mullender
Louise MullenderJob Title Senior carerJoined 2019

Louise has been with Northwood since 2019. However, she previously worked at Northwood from 2011-2017. She took a break when having her last child. She is a senior care worker on the night shift and has an SVQ3 qualification in health & social care.

Sharna Graham
Sharna GrahamJob Title Registered nurseJoined 2020

Sharna joined Northwood in 2020 as a care worker and has progressed to a senior care worker. She has been a registered nurse since 2024.

Shirley Scott
Shirley ScottJob Title Senior carerJoined 2009

Shirley has worked at Northwood as a senior nightshift care worker since 2009. She has an SVQ3 qualification in health and social care and completed her professional development award.

Mary Somerville
Mary SomervilleJob Title CookJoined 2017

Mary works part-time as a relief cook for Northwood and has been with us since 2017. She has no formal cooking qualifications but has run her own restaurant in Helensburgh and works full-time for a local sheltered housing association.

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