
The staff are really friendly. They make you feel welcome and nothing is too much troubleDebbie A(Granddaughter of Resident/Service User)



The staff are really friendly. They make you feel welcome and nothing is too much troubleDebbie A(Granddaughter of Resident/Service User)



At The Orchard Care Home, situated in the attractive town of Tullibody, the team supports older people to lead their best lives with personalised nursing and nursing dementia care.
The lovely home offers many facilities for residents to enjoy such as on-site hair salon, spacious gardens and cinema. The enhanced wellbeing programme allows residents to pursue hobbies and interests whilst learning new skills.
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Care Provided by The Orchard Care Home
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Nursing Care
- Dementia Nursing Care
- For a maximum of 56 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
- Moderate Dementia
Other Care Provided
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other transport
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Residents Kitchenette
- 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 The Orchard Care Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact The Orchard Care Home 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
- HC-One
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Kellymarie McCaig (Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Last Refurbishment: 2022
Room Information
- Single Rooms (56)
The Orchard Care Home Reviews (101)
The Orchard Care Home has a Review Score of 8.4 (8.379) out of 10, based on 3 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time The Orchard Care Home has 101 reviews.
At the start of Dad's journey I was very anxious about his move to a care home.The manager and her team were so supportive to me and my Dad at a truly difficult time. A dementia journey is a long and cruel one, however the whole team made sure that my Dad's needs were met and kept me informed of anything that happened, consulting me on all decisions made. My dad received the best care and although there was a few minor issues in the beginning,I couldn't have asked for better care in his final months. The activities co-ordinator was excellent and there was always something fun and inclusive for Dad to take part in.
I had to make the very difficult decision of choosing a care home for my mum which isn't an easy thing to have to do. I visited many, but from the moment I walked into The Orchard in Tullibody, life truly did change for the better.
My mum was a resident there for over 3½ years. When she first arrived, we were told she may only have a few weeks left, as she had just come out of hospital and was extremely thin and unwell. Thanks to the incredible care she received, she far exceeded all expectations. The staff looked after her as if she were part of their own family - always kind, encouraging, and compassionate.
All the staff made you feel very welcome, which I truly loved. They took over the care of my mum, allowing me to have precious mother-and-daughter time with her again. I will be eternally grateful for everything they did for both her and me. They were always available to talk whenever I had any worries about my mum's health, which gave me great reassurance.
Mum is settling in well and has great interaction with all staff, the staff know what Mum likes/dislikes.
Mum couldn't walk due to leg ulcers, now 4weeks off the dedicated care and time my mums legs have improved so much she can now start to walk again.
I cannot praise the dedicated staff enough, they are very approachable, dedicated and not recognised enough. They have put my mind at ease of Mum in care home.
My mother has been cared for in The Orchard for 15 years. She is now 93 and has been cared for and supported to a very high standard. I have been consistently very impressed by the staff team.
The Orchard is a very well run care home where my dad received outstanding care from all the staff. He was given first class personal and emotional care and a lot of the staff went above and beyond. There is always something happening here and it has a friendly, happy, caring vibe which is apparent the minute you walk through the door. It is like a giant caring hug.
All care and attention was taken when Mum became ill and was taken into hospital. We thank all staff members for their care and attention at that time. As a family we valued the care that Mum was given in the three years she was in The Orchard Care Home. We thought more training could be given to the use of hearing aids and this was a small annoyance as they weren't always on when we visited.
Thank you for your kind comments regarding the care your mother received at The Orchard. We would also like to thank you for your suggestion about the required training. The Home Manager will look into this matter and provide any training required.
Having had visited this home many years ago I was reluctant to consider it for my father-in-law. However, from the first visit, I knew that it was to be his home. Has everything been perfect? No. Have we had to ask for things to be done/changed? Yes, we have. But at every opportunity, staff have been open and responsive. My father-in-law who had dementia has been safe, content and happy. He was loved, truly loved, by those who cared for him. He was an easy person to love! Having just lost him, as a family, we have been astounded by the tender and thoughtful care extended to him and to us too. It's not the shiniest, the swankiest but it's warm, bright, happy and a little bit mad, like all the best homes. Thank you so much from us.
Reception areas are lovely and clean. Staff are friendly and helpful. Activities are good, especially when there is music. Sometimes my mother looks quite dishevelled, hair all sticking up and clothes look as if they have been thrown on.
Thank you very much for taking the time to leave us a review and for your comments regarding the environment and the activity provision at The Orchard Care Home. I am very sorry that you sometimes find your mother is dishevelled. The home manager will share your concerns with the team to prevent it...
All care needs met. So far, expectations are continually met. All staff are approachable. Very clean environment. Everything regarding privacy and respect is what I like the most about The Orchard Care Home. The manager from the first contact was very caring and understanding. The admin are excellent and any queries are responded in a timely fashion. Would highly recommend to others.
I find the staff are really pleasant and helpful. The activities are great for myself and my husband.
On the whole, we are satisfied with mum's care and the Orchard Care Home in general. The staff and manager are approachable and helpful. The layout of the bedrooms lets the score down slightly as it would be better if mum had a view of the birds and trees but unfortunately, the positioning of the furniture etc doesn't allow for this. Food and drink we don't really know about as the meal plans aren't up to date and we have had a few issues with regards to her juice and tea.
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review and for the positive comments about our staff team. The home strives to create a homely comfortable living space for the residents that is suited to their needs. Please feel free to arrange a meeting with the Home Manager at your earliest...
The short time my bother has been here the staff have been excellent, very helpful and considerate, always willing to listen and help with any problems.
The Orchard Care Home looks after my mother with care and cannot do enough for her. She is content and happy and absolutely adores the staff and carers. My mum does not have dementia so she is aware of all that goes on around her. Myself and my family are more than satisfied with the level of care given to our mother, granny and grandmother. Everyone is lovely.
The review has detailed and in-depth questions. Questions and queries were well answered. An opportunity was given to express opinions and concerns if any which were well listened to and overall happy with the review.
My dad had a pleasant 10-day respite stay at the Orchard Care Home. During his time there, he was always treated with respect and dignity, and the management and the staff did everything they could to make his stay as comfortable as possible. He really enjoyed the food and the entertainment provided, and we were impressed by how knowledgeable the staff were about every aspect of his care. It was definitely a positive experience for both my dad the the family knowing that he had been given the best of care.
Dad has had a stroke and needed round the clock care. He has settled in great, he is happy and well cared for. I am happy that I can go see my Dad whenever I want and find him happy and content. The staff are great and are very friendly, so grateful to them all.
My father spent four and a half years at The Orchard Care Home. He lived with dementia. During his time at The Orchard the staff cared for him with kindness and respect. I found the staff highly skilled and knowledgeable and throughout my dads dementia journey the staff were not only there for him, they supported me and my family too. The staff were friendly and no matter how busy they were they always took time to chat and catch up with me during my visits. I always found the home clean and comfortable with lots of different entertainment and activities going on. My dad always enjoyed the musical entertainment. My dad enjoyed the food and being a tea jenny, he enjoyed the endless cups of tea! My dad sadly passed away recently and during his final days staff ensured he was kept comfortable and treated with dignity. My family and I were able to stay with him until the end and staff ensured we had food and drinks and that we were comfortable at his bedside. I can highly recommend The Orchard.
I am so pleased and grateful that my mum is living here at The Orchard. She was welcomed from the first day she was admitted and has blossomed under the excellent care she receives from all the staff. I have found that the staff treat Mum with dignity and respect and deliver person-centred care. She appears happy and relaxed when we visit and we as a family are always welcome. The Orchard Care Home is an excellent home and I would recommend it highly.
My mother has always had the best care and attention since becoming a resident in The Orchard Care Home. It's been nice to visit her and get to know the staff and management whom I've got to know over the years as personal friends.
Our friend spent three weeks at Orchard Care Home. He received good care and settled well, after his transition from hospital. The staff were very supportive and helpful. His laundry was tagged which we felt was a good facility. His medication was dealt with and he also received his flu and covid booster. In a short space of time, at Orchard, he was provided with an excellent standard of care.
Regulatory Rating
Care Inspectorate (CI) Rating
Date: 24 April 2026- How well do we support people's wellbeing?Adequate
(3)
- How good is our leadership?Adequate
(3)
- How good is our staff team?Good
(4)
- How good is our setting?Adequate
(3)
- How well is care and support planned?Good
(4)
Bed Vacancies
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News (12) & Events (0)
- 04 Jun 2025
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- 20 Nov 2024
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- 18 Nov 2024
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Orchard Care Home
What types of Care is The Orchard Care Home registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Visual / Hearing Impairment are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does The Orchard Care Home have?
There are 56 Single Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at The Orchard Care Home?
Own Furniture if required, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Minibus or other transport, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Residents Kitchenette, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is The Orchard Care Home to the centre of Alloa?
2.2 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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