
Excellent care for my MumDonna A(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

I would recomend this home to anyone who was thinking about joining .David N(Husband of Resident/Service User)

It is evident that residents are treated as individuals and a person centred approach is being used.A B(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

Excellent care for my MumDonna A(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

I would recomend this home to anyone who was thinking about joining .David N(Husband of Resident/Service User)

It is evident that residents are treated as individuals and a person centred approach is being used.A B(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

Dounemount Care Home offers nursing, dementia and respite care in modern and purposely adapted safe and comfortable facilities to ensure high-quality care, delivered by a highly trained team.
Each room benefits from views towards the River Deveron and residents are encouraged to personalise their room to create a homely feel and make it their own space. The care home's grounds provide a number of areas to enjoy the day and residents...
Dounemount Care Home offers nursing, dementia and respite care in modern and purposely adapted safe and comfortable facilities to ensure high-quality care, delivered by a highly trained team.
Each room benefits from views towards the River Deveron and residents are encouraged to personalise their room to create a homely feel and make it their own space. The care home's grounds provide a number of areas to enjoy the day and residents can take part in a range of activities.
The activities have something for everyone, including socialising, pursuing hobbies or learning something new. Dounemount does not only care for its residents but goes above and beyond to ensure residents truly feel at home.
Care Provided by Dounemount Care Home
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Nursing Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- Dementia Nursing Care
- For a maximum of 34 Service Users
Dementia Care Types
- Mild Dementia
- Moderate Dementia
Other Care Provided
- Parkinson's Disease
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- COPD/Pulmonary Disease
- Bariatric Care/Obesity
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Smoking not permitted
- Minibus or other transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Bar/Café
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
Contact Dounemount Care Home to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:
At Dounemount Care Home, fees cover personal care, accommodation, personal laundry, all meals, snacks and refreshments, a varied programme of in-home activities and events, excursions, and access to Wi-Fi, giving residents and their family's complete peace of mind with the reassurance that everything is taken care of and included as part of daily life.
Chiropody, Hairdresser and private dental are not included.
Respite stays are available at a minimum of 2 weeks.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Dounemount Care Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
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
Person in charge
- Amanda Stofka (Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
- Last Refurbishment: 2006
- Number of floors: 3
Room Information
- Single Rooms (34)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (27)
Visiting
- open visiting times
Parking
- car park at the home
Dounemount Care Home Reviews (43)
Dounemount Care Home has a Review Score of 9.5 (9.467) out of 10, based on 7 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Dounemount Care Home has 43 reviews.
Mum has improved so much since she has been here.
I would recommend a visit here to see how well everyone is looked after
Mum has improved so much since she has been here.
I would recommend a visit here to see how well everyone is looked after
Thank you, Donna, for your comments about your recent experience at Dounemount Care Home. Our residents’ wellbeing is our main priority and it is great to hear that you were so pleased with the quality of our care. We always appreciate individuals taking the time to give their feedback and we are...
Thank you, Donna, for your comments about your recent experience at Dounemount Care Home. Our residents’ wellbeing is our main priority and it is great to hear that you were so pleased with the quality of our care. We always appreciate individuals taking the time to give their feedback and we are very pleased to hear that your experience was so positive. All of our staff are committed to providing the best possible care experience for all of our residents and it is very rewarding to have their efforts recognised.
A home from home. Always made to feel welcome. Carers are amazing and connect very well with the residents. Nursing staff are approachable and helpful. All other staff (kitchen, cleaners, laundry, handyman) are very much part of the caring, family atmosphere.
A home from home. Always made to feel welcome. Carers are amazing and connect very well with the residents. Nursing staff are approachable and helpful. All other staff (kitchen, cleaners, laundry, handyman) are very much part of the caring, family atmosphere.
Thank you for sharing your experience with Dounemount Care Home. We always appreciate individuals taking the time to give their feedback and we are very pleased to hear that your experience was so positive. All of our staff are committed to providing the best possible care experience for all of our residents and it is very rewarding to have their efforts recognised.
I am very happy staying at Dounemount. All the staff treat me well. A trip was organised for me to go to Elgin shopping and out to Baxters for a pancake, I had a great day.
I am very happy staying at Dounemount. All the staff treat me well. A trip was organised for me to go to Elgin shopping and out to Baxters for a pancake, I had a great day.
Regulatory Rating
Care Inspectorate (CI) Rating
Date: 01 July 2026- How well do we support people's wellbeing?Good
(4)
- How good is our leadership?Good
(4)
- How good is our staff team?Good
(4)
- How good is our setting?Good
(4)
- How well is care and support planned?Good
(4)
Bed Vacancies
1 Bed Vacancy
Posted: 12 October 2026To find out more please do get in touch.
News (18) & Events (1)
- 15 Jul 2026
We had the local spotty bag shop over for a pop up afternoon , lots to see and buy , residents like to spend some pennies
- 30 Apr 2026
We had a lovley day trip to Balmoral Castle. This was on the bucket list for a while and finally got round to do it. Lovely weather and a great...
- 03 Feb 2026
Nice to have been able to get out and about after all the snow, know one will ever tire of this view.
- 30 Oct 2026Organiser: Dounemount Care Home
Awards / Recognitions (0)
There are currently no awards/recognitions posted yet for Dounemount Care Home.
Accreditations
There are no accreditations posted yet for Dounemount Care Home.
Meet the Team (26)

Amanda has been with the company since 2011 and progressed to home manager in 2021. She holds an SVQ4 and a Leadership and Management qualification. Amanda is always happy to show people around the home and answer any questions.

Sally joined the Dounemount team in Autumn 2025 as a nurse. She has now become the Clinical Deputy Manager.

Julie has Several years of experience in Administration-based roles, always happy and willing to help out.

Registered General Nurse with years of knowledge and experience.

Adele joined the team in 2025 as a Registered Nurse and has recently become clinical lead.

Registered Nurse with mental health experience.

Registered Nurse with mental health experience. Works Night-shift pattern at Dounemount.

Holds Medication Management and SVQ level 3 qualifications.

Angela joined the Dounemount Team as a Carer in 2025 and has now worked her way up to be team lead.

Isla holds an SVQ level 3 and medication management.

Mark came to Dounemount as Head chef in 2024. Making all these delicious foods for the residents to enjoy, and also looking at the like and dislikes of what each resident.

Jane works in the kitchen making a range of delicious foodstuffs for the residents of Dounemount.

Shona works in the kitchen alongside the Cook.
Before starting her shift every morning she goes and says hello to all the residents & Staff.

Zaneta works in the kitchen alongside the Cook.

Claire is our head of the department and has many years of experience.

Michelle works in Dounemount ensuring that the rooms and communal areas are kept clean and tidy.

Frances works with the domestic team at Dounemount keeping the bedrooms and communal areas clean and tidy.

Monika works evenings in the laundry and also across the floor as a domestic.

Heather works in the Laundry at Dounemount.

Also helps out with residents' outings.

Corrine has been employed by Dounemount for nearly 10 years and holds an SVQ2.

Amrita is a night carer here at Dounemount.

Emma has been part of the Team at Dounemount since 2018, holds her SVQ 2, and works as a night carer.

Beth works as a care assistant at Dounemount and holds her SVQ2

Roseanne has been part of the Dounemount team since 2017, and works as a night shift carer.

Maria joined the team at Dounemount in 2025 as a carer. She is currently working towards the completion of her SVQ Level 2.
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