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Larkfield View Care Home is situated in a fantastic location close to the town of Greenock and the picturesque Gourock seafront. The purpose-built home is equipped to provide nursing care to residents over the age of 65 and for those with dementia-related conditions.
All 90 bedrooms have bright and spacious single bed accommodation with en-suite facilities for privacy and convenience. In addition, each unit within the home has its own lounge...
Care Provided by Larkfield View Care Centre
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Learning Disability / Autism
- Mental Health Condition
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Nursing Care
- Dementia Nursing Care
- For a maximum of 90 Service Users
Dementia Care TypesMild Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "mild dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Memory problems such as misplacing items and not be able to recall recent events (however, in some forms of dementia a person's memory may be unchanged)
- Difficulties thinking through problems and planning, making decisions
- Language and communication issues such as finding it difficult to recall the appropriate word in a conversation or following a conversation
- Poor orientation, getting lost in areas previously familiar to them
- Difficulty judging distances (more falls than usual)
- Changes in their normal mood including anxiety and depression
- In certain types of dementia, personality and behaviour changes may be present alongside or instead of issues with memory or concentration.
Moderate Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "moderate dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Worsened memory problems. Not always recognising own family members and friends. Repeating the same questions over and over again
- Worsened language and communication issues, forgetting what they are saying mid-sentence. Not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- More frequent confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Advanced Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "severe dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Severe memory problems. Not recognising family members and friends. Not being able to recall their own name
- Severe language and communication issues, not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- Severe confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Verbally or physically aggressive behaviour
If your loved one displays this type of behaviour you may need a care home that has specially trained staff. Verbal/physical aggression is often defined:
- Consistent shouting and screaming
- Verbal abuse
- Physical abuse
How we define Dementia Care Types
Mild Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "mild dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Memory problems such as misplacing items and not be able to recall recent events (however, in some forms of dementia a person's memory may be unchanged)
- Difficulties thinking through problems and planning, making decisions
- Language and communication issues such as finding it difficult to recall the appropriate word in a conversation or following a conversation
- Poor orientation, getting lost in areas previously familiar to them
- Difficulty judging distances (more falls than usual)
- Changes in their normal mood including anxiety and depression
- In certain types of dementia, personality and behaviour changes may be present alongside or instead of issues with memory or concentration.
Moderate Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "moderate dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Worsened memory problems. Not always recognising own family members and friends. Repeating the same questions over and over again
- Worsened language and communication issues, forgetting what they are saying mid-sentence. Not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- More frequent confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Advanced Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "severe dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Severe memory problems. Not recognising family members and friends. Not being able to recall their own name
- Severe language and communication issues, not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- Severe confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Verbally or physically aggressive behaviour
If your loved one displays this type of behaviour you may need a care home that has specially trained staff. Verbal/physical aggression is often defined:
- Consistent shouting and screaming
- Verbal abuse
- Physical abuse
How we define Dementia Care Types
- Mild Dementia
- Moderate Dementia
- Advanced/Complex Dementia
Other Care Provided
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- COPD/Pulmonary Disease
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
- Bar/Café
- Residents Kitchenette
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Larkfield View Care Centre for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Larkfield View Care Centre 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
- The Holmes Care (Group) Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Elsie McLennan (Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Year Purpose Built: 2006
- Last Refurbishment: 2020
- Number of floors: 3
Room Information
- Single Rooms (90)
Visiting
- Open visiting with protected meal times being considered.
Parking
- Free on site parking
Larkfield View Care Centre Reviews (97)
Larkfield View Care Centre has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.700) out of 10, based on 17 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Larkfield View Care Centre has 97 reviews.
My mother-in-law has settled in really well here. She's happy and looks well cared for. I can't believe the change in her. She's enjoying the food and especially the company of staff and entertainment. We really appreciate everything the staff are doing. Thanks for everything!!!!
Dear Susan, thank you for your kind words, we are pleased to hear that you are happy with the care provided at Larkfield View.
Our family have peace of mind knowing our aunt is well cared for by highly experienced staff from management right through the chain of employees. I have no hesitation in recommending this home to others and have every confidence that your loved ones will be well looked after.
My dad is happy, content and well looked after. He enjoys playing the piano and this is accommodated within the unit.
He has his own things around him to remind him of the things he used to do.
The care home ensures he interacts with others and cares very well for his needs.
After losing my dad, I was unable to look after mum due to a decline in her dementia. I can't thank the staff enough for all the support shown to not only mum but also me. Mum has come on heeps since being here all thanks to a wonderful staff team.
Don't know where I'd have been without you all.
God bless.
I have nothing but praise for the staff and management of this care home! It is a difficult task to look after so many residents with various forms of dementia and mobility problems. The staff members appointed to the personal care of my mother do a magnificent job, with love, understanding and devotion - a fact that helps to put my mind at ease!
My mother has been a resident in Larkfield View Care Centre since 2008. In my experience with all staff over the years of care for Mum, I have not come up against any problems. Staff are always polite and friendly. They make me and my family feel very welcome at all times. I am always informed if Mum is not well whether its a chest infection or other medical problems. The doctor is phoned promptly. I am happy with Mum's care in Larkfield View. My father was also in the home and the same applied to Dad, who is now no longer with us.
Dear Sheila, thank you for your kind words about Larkfield View, we are pleased that you are happy with the care and support provided at the home.
My Nana has been a resident now for 11 years at Larkfield Care Centre and feels very comfortable in her home, surrounds and continuity of staff. Over the years Nana has had and still receives excellent care, love and attention. My experience overall is excellent and I am happy with Nana's care and have recommended to other family and friends.
Find Larkfield View a very pleasant and friendly place. Carers etc always so helpful.
She was admitted and was made welcome by all. She has settled in and is very happy with her surroundings. Overall, myself and family are very happy with how well she is being treated and we are completely relieved ar how she has settled in.
Dear Patrick, thank you for your kind words about the home, we are pleased to hear you are happy with the care and service provided.
Great care home, excellent staff who go above and beyond for my wife. Very friendly and make you feel content that my wife is in good hands.
Larkfield View were taking the residents away to Craig Tara for a few days, my mum was to go, but the staff decided that it might have unsettled my mum. My sister and I were not happy with this decision and took my mum away for 3 nights instead but stayed for only 2 as mum was so unsettled. As a result, we realised that the staff were right. My mum was not happy in a strange place and just wanted to get home to Larkfield View, her home. The manager and all the staff are just fabulous. A lesson to listen to the professionals, they know best.
Mum has been in Larkfield View for the past couple of months. I have found all staff to be helpful, courteous and caring. I am at the home every day at various times, therefore meeting a number of staff. Leaving my Mum in care was a very stressful thing but was made easier knowing she is being well cared for.
Excellent facilities available to let us host a birthday party for my gran.
Home is always clean and presentable. Staff are excellent.
Mum has good care. The night shift staff are excellent and the food is great. Happy with the care mum is getting.
I would recommend this to anyone who is looking for this type of care.
Hi Sandra, thank you for your kind words about Larkfield View.
My family are really happy with the service that is provided to my granny. Previously my great aunt and aunt were both residents here.
My dad's health has been maintained even though his dementia has progressed due to the level of care given.
I couldn't be happier and wish I had come here years ago.
Think it is a great place to live. Staff are all so helpful.
Regulatory Rating
Care Inspectorate (CI) Rating
Date: 28 January 2026- How well do we support people's wellbeing?Adequate
(3)
- How good is our leadership?Good
(4)
- How good is our staff team?Adequate
(3)
- How good is our setting?Adequate
(3)
- How well is care and support planned?Good
(4)
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Awards / Recognitions (6)
- 04 Sep 2023Recipient: Larkfield View Care Centre
- 28 Feb 2020Recipient: The Holmes Care (Group) Ltd
- 16 Mar 2018Recipient: Larkfield View Care Centre
Accreditations
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Meet the Team (1)

Elsie began her career at 16 as an auxiliary nurse and has over 47 years of experience in nursing and care leadership. She trained as an Enrolled Nurse before becoming a Registered General Nurse and progressing into senior management roles.
Elsie has managed Larkfield View for 13 years. She holds Enrolled Nurse and Registered General Nurse qualifications, a Dementia Improvement Lead Specialist qualification, and SVQ Level 4 in Leadership and Management. Her specialist interests include dementia, palliation and older adult care.
Elsie is proud of the strong sense of family within Larkfieldview and the meaningful experiences created for residents, including holidays and community activities. She believes that people who live at Larkfield View are not just residents, but part of an extended family, where everyone is valued, respected and supported to live life to the fullest.
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