
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 very pleasant and welcoming and are always busy. They show kindness and are willing to listen to any concerns.
This last year in lockdown has been very difficult with restrictions on visiting in care homes. My mum is a resident in Forthbank Care Home, however, the staff have worked so hard in caring for my mum who has dementia. This has given me peace of mind that she has been supported and cared for when my family have been unable to visit.
I am very happy with the care my mum receives, however it has been very difficult to assess this during covid as we have been unable to visit. The care home have been under immense pressure and I think they have done their best under very difficult circumstances.
Since my husband arrived at Forthbank Care Home he has been well looked after - giving me peace of mind when I see him contented and happy.
Really happy that my Granddad is safe and well looked after here. The staff regularly update us on how he's doing and do a wonderful job of looking after him - which I know can often be a thankless effort from him if he's crabbit! Visiting has felt safe and well organised and someone always answers the phone which is a huge improvement from the last place!
Due to Coronavirus, I hadn't been able to visit Forthbank except for half visits once weekly, however, the staff are always very attentive, pleasant and helpful. My wife no longer communicates well but still is always smiling and content, I say content but not as happy as being back together would make us. Forthbank gives me great assurance that my wife is safe and well cared for, should anything happen to me.
I am extremely happy with how my husband is looked after by the wonderful staff here and grateful for that. He always seems to be happy and the staff makes me so welcome. I would recommend this care home.
My nana is well cared for and enjoys all the home has to offer for alternatives on a daily basis. The staff are all approachable and helpful.
My mother is very well cared for and is very comfortable. The staff are extremely approachable and helpful. When I have any questions they are answered. My mum enjoys participating in the activities especially when there is entertainment.
Was very caring to my brother who recently died and to my sister. Lots of activities, caring for her.
Staff treated him with the utmost dignity and respect. They were unfailingly kind and caring to my father and the family.
I have been coming to visit my friend since she came here. The staff have been brilliant and always ask if you would like a tea or coffee. They always tell you how my friend has been keeping.
My husband went to Forthbank Care Home for respite care. He was assessed as requiring full nursing care and remained there for 18 months, until his death. He was well looked after by the staff. I was always made welcome when visiting him. He was dressed in his good clothes, hair etc kept smart to maintain clements of his old self before the Alzheimers. He was encouraged to join in activities to stimulate his fading brain and taken for outings when possible. It was obvious that staff were trained to remember visitors names to offer friendly support, with a listening ear and tea and coffee.
My mother, unfortunately, is not able to move very well, however, other than that, she is mentally alert. This is the downside to her being in a home as she feels she has little "company" of people with like-minds. Whilst she realises there is no option to being looked after and her care is good, she'd still rather be at "home".
Thank you with all my heart.
The care my husband received at Forthbank was excellent. When we realised he was in the end-stage of his disease the staff were exceptional. The empathy and understanding I received was something I hadn't expected. The staff looked after my husband with such compassion. He was treated with dignity and love. I thank them all from the bottom of my heart.
Exceptional good care and kindness showed to all residents and visitors. Activities for residents is first class.
I was very impressed with Forthbank. The home is very welcoming and has a good range of activities and facilities. The staff are exceptional, my brother was always treated with kindness, dignity and respect from the time he became a resident to his passing. The care was also extended to the family, which was greatly appreciated.
My sister is very happy in her home, with plenty of visitors who are always welcomed by the staff.
Everyone here is very friendly. Nothing is too much bother. The manager is very nice and always there to talk to, is interested in me and what I'm doing. All staff are very good, always smiling. I enjoy the food.
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
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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.
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