
I can't speak highly enough of the wonderful manager and her teamJ M(Daughter of Resident/Service User)



I can't speak highly enough of the wonderful manager and her teamJ M(Daughter of Resident/Service User)



At Forthbank Care Home, located in peaceful residential area of Kildean, Stirling, the team provides personalised nursing and nursing dementia care to older people.
The welcoming home offers a choice of sitting and dining areas, for maximum comfort and areas for residents to partake in hobbies and interests. The lovely landscaped garden, which is looked after by some Residents, is a favourite location in which to relax or socialise with...
Care Provided by Forthbank Care Home
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Learning Disability / Autism
- Mental Health Condition
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Nursing Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- Dementia Nursing Care
- For a maximum of 68 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
- Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
Facilities
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- 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 Forthbank Care Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Forthbank 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
- William Coats(Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Mixed (no single-gender units)
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Last Refurbishment: 2008
- Number of floors: 2
Room Information
- Single Rooms (68)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (3)
Forthbank Care Home Reviews (96)
Forthbank Care Home has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.804) out of 10, based on 17 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Forthbank Care Home has 96 reviews.
Staff are always friendly, welcoming and helpful. Nothing seems to be too much trouble.
My husband's dietary needs were taken into account, and all staff were aware of them.
It is an amazing team.
My mother, Joanne, who was an Alzheimer's sufferer, passed away at Forthbank in January 2026 after nearly three years at the home. Care was excellent. She was always well looked after and cheerful. Her room was comfortable. The staff can't be faulted for their commitment and friendliness. Some even attended the funeral. And when my mother passed away, some of the staff formed a 'guard of honour' as the undertakers left the building. We couldn't fault the staff at the home for their kindness and compassion and we thank them for looking after Joanne and for doing a difficult job so well.
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We are delighted to hear about your positive experience at Forthbank Care Home. Our team is committed to providing high-quality, person-centred care, and it is always rewarding to receive such kind recognition.
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Couldn't have asked for a better service of care for my Granda who was a resident at Forthbank care home for the last few months. He was cared for by the wonderful staff until he peacefully passed away on the 25/11/25 the staff were so caring and professional the way they treated us in the last few days will stay with us forever. Nothing was a bother for them they were constantly asking if we needed anything can't thank them enough x
I cannot express my thanks to the staff here , they not only looked after my Dad but his family as well .
Their kindness & support has completely humbled us .
Dad was treated with dignity & respect from day one until the end .
I honestly cannot fault this care home , it is welcoming, caring & efficient
Many thanks to all staff
My mum went into respite care for 9 days at Forthbank while I went on holiday the Staff at Forthbank were so nice and so kind to both myself and my mum everyone spoke to you. All the staff were all happy and excellent attending to the residents when I went to collect my mum she was sitting quite happy with other residents and said all the way home how lovely they all were to her. She got her hair done they had singers in and an entertainer board with loads of things to get residents involved with I can't thank them enough for looking after my mum the staff were all happy a credit to the Manager who was also very nice and helpful thank you all so much.
My mum was a resident of Forthbank Care Home for one and a half years before passing away on 5 June 2025. The staff were all amazing and in her final few hours treated her with love, dignity and compassion. Mum was always well looked after during her time there, and we knew she was always in safe hands - every resident seemed happy and was always having a laugh and a giggle with staff. I would highly recommend.
My uncle was only a resident for 4 weeks before passing away. However, in this short period of time, all members of staff developed a rapport with him and treated him with great kindness, dignity and respect.
My aunt was put on end of life care, and I would like to thank all the staff at Forthbank Care Home for the care throughout my aunts time in the home, which was around 6 years. They really stepped up during her final days, and there care to her and my family was outstanding. Every member of staff couldn't have done anymore. Even after she passed they gave her a Guard of Honour which was really thoughtful. So thank you for the care and dignity.
We'd like to take a moment to thank you for leaving such a wonderful review of our home. We are pleased to hear you were very happy with the quality of care your Aunt received at Forthbank care home and we will ensure your kind words are shared with the team. Thank you again for taking the time to...
My mum was a resident for nearly 6 years, she was welcomed and treated amazingly from the day she entered until she passed away. Every single staff member in the home should be applauded for their dedication and hard work. Before my mum passed, she received end of life care. The staff were kind and caring and considerate not only to my mum but to our family as well. We will always be grateful to them for the care, support, dignity and respect they gave to us and my mum.
The staff in the care home do an amazing job relevant to their job title, care staff. They cared and looked after my mother in law with dignity, respect, care and often a great deal of patience. They also cared for my sister at one point and I could not have asked for better people to look after my loved ones. The staff should be rewarded, acknowledging their dedication to their job and their residents. We will be forever thankful.
If you talk to hte manager you get an instant response to any worries. Staff efficient in very way, polite and helpful. The home is spotless. Looking forward to ending my time there as my wife says I may be there sooner than later.
My mum has fairly recently moved to Forthbank and has settled in very well. She is treated with the utmost respect by the staff and management alike.The activities are amazing, the food is excellent. She is very happy here. This care home is run extremely well, where the wellbeing of residents is considered a priority. We were as a family very lucky to have found this place for my mother.
Forthbank in Stirling has been a life line for our uncle who is living his best life, sales, warm, well fed and loved by all involved in his care. It has given the family a change to continue with their work and family life knowing he is happy. Thank you.
My experience with the care home has been excellent. My husband settled quickly thanks to all the staff who made it possible. His care is superb and his health is well looked after something I couldn't do for him. I congratulate Forthbank Care Home for their ongoing care and attention. Many thanks on behalf of all the family.
An issue with a loose upper denture is not always addressed with a fixative - despite this being reported. This minor matter has been referred for dental advice and is pending. Speech is naturally badly affected and although I'm not present at mealtimes, I'm sure eating is also. Staff notice the above when my wife is asked to open her mouth for medication - loose denture drops and affecting closing and opening.
Thank you for your review, we value all feedback as this helps us to make improvements where required. We appreciate the 5-star rating given in relation to the care and support your loved one received at Forthbank Care Home. We are aware the home manager has investigated your concerns, relating to your wife's ill-fitting dentures and can confirm she will be in touch shortly to discuss this further.
My wife has been a resident since January 2024, and in that time I have been very pleased with the care she has received. The staff have been exceptional and have also shown a lot of affection for my wife. The staff have been very supportive of both my son and I during a difficult time. I have found the facilities and events at Forthbank top class. I would also praise the manager and the admin staff for all they do for the residents.
Mum is being well looked after which gives the family peace of mind. The staff are wonderful with mum. The overall service is excellent. Her room is a bit tired but we appreciate funds are limited so we hope to remedy this ourselves. Mum has dementia and is deteriorating rapidly, but she appears settled and content. We have our 6 monthly review coming up which is great to get feedback from the staff on her care, but we know we can speak to someone at any time should we have any concerns.
I was very impressed by the care of the staff - well trained all of them. The food was impressive. The heat in the home was rather high for my liking. I think all mature people should have a visit of 2 days in a home to see how they are run. The fear of ending our days there would not be so extreme if one could really experience the care when we cannot do it ourselves.
My dad has been a resident of Forthbank Care Home for over a year. As a family, we are delighted with his care and treatment. We feel he is well cared for and looked after. Staff treat him with respect and dignity and kindness. Staff are always welcoming, friendly and understanding with all of the family. We love the way there are various events for the residents and how the home communicates by newsletter, telephone and face-to-face. We feel nothing is too much for them and they are kind and patient with both my father and the wider family.
My father-in-law went to Forthbank in June 23. He had spent five months in a rehabilitation centre, during which time she deteriorated a great deal. After moving to Forthbank, he really improved quite dramatically. He was well looked after in Forthbank. The staff were fabulous and really looked after my father-in-law.
Regulatory Rating
Care Inspectorate (CI) Rating
Date: 06 May 2026- How well do we support people's wellbeing?Adequate
(3)
- How good is our leadership?Adequate
(3)
- How good is our staff team?Very Good
(5)
- How good is our setting?Adequate
(3)
- How well is care and support planned?Very Good
(5)
Bed Vacancies
Please contact us for latest vacancies.
News (15) & Events (0)
- 04 Jun 2025
HC-One care homes across Britain are preparing to open their doors to welcome in visitors from their local communities to join them in this year’s Care Home Open Week celebrations...
- 29 May 2025
Residents at HC-One Scotland’s Forthbank Care Home in Kildean, Stirling, have been experiencing heartwarming moments through an innovative form of companionship with robotic pets. The lifelike pets, which mimic the...
- 20 Nov 2024
HC-One care homes across the UK are marking International Men’s Day on Tuesday, November 19, 2024, which aims to raise awareness of men’s wellbeing. HC-One resident’s wellbeing is a key...
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Accreditations
There are no accreditations posted yet for Forthbank Care Home.
Meet the Team (1)

I have worked in social care for nearly 20 years, gaining extensive experience across a variety of care settings and developing a strong commitment to delivering high-quality, person-centred care. As the Home Manager at Forthbank, I am passionate about leading a dedicated team that upholds the highest clinical and professional standards, while always putting the well-being of our residents at the heart of everything we do.
At Forthbank, we believe that care is not a "one-size-fits-all" service. We aim to provide a warm, secure, and stimulating environment where residents are supported to live their lives to the fullest. We aim to bridge the gap between clinical excellence and the comfort of home, ensuring that while the support is professional, Forthbank’s approach remains personal.
My approach to managing Forthbank is progressive and transparent, combining multi-disciplinary expertise with empathy and compassion. I strongly believe a care home should feel like a true home, not only for residents but for their families as well. I actively encourage relatives to be as much a part of the home as our residents, fostering an open, inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome, valued, and involved. By building meaningful relationships and a warm, supportive culture, I aim to create a place where people feel safe, comfortable, and genuinely cared for every day.
Frequently Asked Questions about Forthbank Care Home
What types of Care is Forthbank Care Home registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Learning Disability / Autism, Mental Health Condition, Visual / Hearing Impairment are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Forthbank Care Home have?
There are 68 Single Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Forthbank Care Home?
Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Minibus or other transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Forthbank Care Home to the centre of Stirling?
1.4 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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