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The experienced and friendly home manager leads the team at Ailsa Craig to provide the kindest care possible to all residents and ensure everyone settles in to life at the home.
By getting to know each person individually, the team supports residents to engage with the Ailsa Court lifestyle....
Care Provided by Ailsa Craig 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 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
- Moderate Dementia
Other Care Provided
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- Convalescent Care
Facilities
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other transport
- Gardens
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Ailsa Craig Care Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Ailsa Craig 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
- Catherine Ferguson(General Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Last Refurbishment: 2020
Room Information
- Single Rooms (90)
Ailsa Craig Care Home Reviews (88)
Ailsa Craig Care Home has a Review Score of 9.6 (9.572) out of 10, based on 34 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Ailsa Craig Care Home has 88 reviews.
Fantastic staff + volunteers!
Excellent! Thank You.
So glad we chose Ailsa Craig!
I find my mum's care excellent. She is always clean and well cared for. She always has a drink in front of her when we visit, and meals always look appetising. Staff are always visible and ensure that her needs are met. Whatever time of day, when family visit, my mum is always looked after and given good standard of care.
My mum is safe and well cared for in Ailsa Craig. The staff are kind and caring. They regularly ask for feedback and do take this onboard. It is lovely that they have family events which the whole family can attend
My mom is receiving excellent care with nursing & dementia needs. Caring staff providing care in a safe environment and friendly setting.
Was a very good day for everyone get to gether to have some fun un the sun with a little ice-cream. Bouncy castle was great for the children to have a little play. The Tomboler was a bit expensive though.
In general, the staff are all lovely.
Thank you all at Ailsa Craig for your care and concern.
I would like to say that the service my brother is receiving is the best and very professional. I would also like to mention the staff which I find extremely professional and friendly I couldn't ask for anything more.
Every single staff member is just so understanding, they listen, nothing is a bother, anything we ask, they work very hard and still have time to have such a caring manner. It is so reassuring for us. The nurses are there, and each and every one are so so nice. Anything we ask, they cannot do enough for you. Thank you so much.
My mum has been a resident of Ailsa Craig Care Home for 6 years. She started in Bute House and then moved to Millport House( dementia unit). I have been very happy with the way my mum has been treated in the Home. The staff treat her with dignity and care. Staff are friendly. The activity staff organise events and organised video calls for me when I was out the country allowing me to keep in touch with my mum.
From the moment she arrived, the staff made her feel completely at home. They treated her with dignity, warmth, and genuine compassion, not just as a resident but as a person who mattered. That meant more to us as a family than words can say.
The kindness, patience, and compassion shown by every member of staff is second to none. They don't just care for residents - they genuinely care about them, and it shows in everything they do
There were always regular activities, and my mum particularly enjoyed the pamper sessions and having her hair done regularly by the hairdresser - those little touches helped her feel like herself and brought her real comfort and happiness.
During an incredibly difficult time for our family, the support and care shown by the staff was unwavering, thank you from Donna and Lynne
The resident has been here over 2 months. It would be much safer and practical if the toilets in the room had a sink in them. It causes safety issues for this particular resident. Otherwise, the room is fine. Staff are approachable, friendly and happy to discuss concerns etc. There are activities organised regularly.
Thank you for taking the time to provide us with feedback. We appreciate your comments and would be happy to discuss these further if you would like to contact the home manager at Ailsa Craig Care Home.
When I have approached staff for various reasons regarding my sister the staff have tried to put my mind at ease.
The level of gratitude our family feel is hard to put into words but it helped us through some difficult days.
Mum has been in Alisa Craig for a few months now. She seems settled and happy. The staff have been responsive to any questions we have had. Mums care and wellbeing needs seem well cater for and as a family we feel we have peace of mind.
Salt, pepper, sugar, condiments etc to get more variety, glasses and cutlery.
Food quantities and selection all over the place, i.e. more sausages for 15 people at breakfast time, rolls i.e may be only between 1-4 (max).
Useful for my own use. Yes, I would stay here again.
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback on Alisa Craig Care Home. This will help us improve the service we offer and maintain the level of care to the highest of standards. We will review your comments with the appropriate team members to better the experience moving forward
From the moment she climbed aboard, it was clear from her beautiful pictures this wasn't just a ride - it was an event. With the breeze in her hair and a mischievous twinkle in her eye, she was pedalled through the streets of Glasgow, waving to passersby like royalty on parade.
The tricycle looked stable, comfortable, and surprisingly stylish - a perfect fit for a sprightly nonagenarian with flair. She cruised around the city, laughter echoing off the buildings reminiscing of days gone by and proving that joy knows no age limit.
Final verdict: 10 out of 10 Highly recommend for anyone aged 8 or 98. Fun, freedom, and a fresh reminder that life's little thrills are always within reach - one pedal at a time.
The family really appreciate the team at Alisa Craig for giving Isa this wonderful opportunity.
We are happy with the care my mother receives from the staff at Ailsa Craig. Overall my mother seems happy. The staff are caring and treat my mother with dignity and respect. The team of staff are key to this nursing home being good.
I can honestly say that if I ever need to go into a care home I would be very happy to end up in Ailsa Craig!
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a positive review of our home at this difficult time, please accept our sincere condolences to you and your family. We will ensure your kind words are shared with the team. Thank you again for your review
Regulatory Rating
Care Inspectorate (CI) Rating
Date: 09 December 2025- 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
Please contact us for latest vacancies.
News (20) & Events (0)
- 17 Mar 2026
Residents of Ailsa Craig Care Home in Cessnock, Glasgow, recently enjoyed a memorable outing to Hampden Stadium and the Scottish Football Museum, bringing cherished football memories to life. As part...
- 10 Jul 2025
HC-One Scotland’s Ailsa Craig Care Home, in Glasgow, marked World Bicycle Day (Tuesday, June 3) with an exciting initiative, bringing joy to residents through trishaw rides organised in partnership with...
- 04 Jun 2025
HC-One Scotland’s Ailsa Craig Care Home, in Glasgow, was filled with joy and laughter on Friday, May 23, as resident Jenny Fraser celebrated her 75th birthday with a surprise reunion...
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Frequently Asked Questions about Ailsa Craig Care Home
What types of Care is Ailsa Craig 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 Ailsa Craig Care Home have?
There are 90 Single Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Ailsa Craig Care Home?
Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Minibus or other transport, Gardens, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Ailsa Craig Care Home to the centre of Glasgow?
1.5 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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