Almond View

5 Drumchapel Place, Glasgow G15 6BN
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  • Almond View, Glasgow
Almond View is a purpose built, 78 bed registered care facility that provides nursing care to people over the age of 65.

The home sits alongside Almond Court and boasts a prominent position in Drumchapel overlooking a vast horizon on 3.5 acres of land, and enjoys easy access to the M8 and Glasgow city centre.

All single bedroom accommodation is bright and spacious with en-suite facilities for privacy and convenience.

Quizzes and musical events are some of the popular activities that residents can enjoy during their stay at the home, together with trips to places of local interest.

Fees at Almond View will depend on the needs of the prospective resident; more information can be provided by the Service Manager in the home.
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Care Provided

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Physical Disability

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care

Care Types Provided

  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • For a maximum of 78 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • Palliative / End of Life Care
  • COPD/Pulmonary Disease
  • Bariatric Care/Obesity

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • Smoking not permitted
  • Close to Local shops
  • Near Public Transport
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Gardens
  • Bar/Café
  • Residents Kitchenette
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Television point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access

Funding & Fees

Funding Types Accepted

  • Self Funding (Private)
  • Local Authority with Top Up
  • Local Authority
  • NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)

Good to Know

Person in charge

  • Michelle Carr (Service Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Criteria

  • Ages 50+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes
  • Last Refurbishment: 2015
  • Number of floors: 2

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (78)
  • Couples/Companion Rooms (0)

Visiting

  • At any time

Parking

  • Free on site parking

Almond View Reviews (70)

9.7

Almond View has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.659) out of 10, based on 18 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Almond View has 70 reviews.

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Review from Alan M (Nephew of Resident) published on 2 August 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My uncle has been a resident of Almond View for nearly two years, and I have been able to witness at close hand the quality of care he has received in that time. I have to praise all the staff for their hard work and for the kindness they show when engaging with my uncle and all the other residents.
There is a genuine feeling of community within the home, which is fostered by the staff, and it is a great comfort to me knowing that my uncle is in an environment where he safe, treated with dignity and respect and, most importantly, where he is happy. The staff deserve great credit for their efforts, and I cannot thank them enough.
Reply from Pauline Beegan, Service Manager at Almond View

Dear Alan, thank you so much for your kind words about Almond View.

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Review from Linda A (Daughter of Resident) published on 31 July 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Mum's home for the last four and a half years of her life was Almond View. From the start, she was impressed with her room and the facilities but what really made it special was the caring and attentive staff, always ready with a smile, a hello and a wee chat.
The activities coordinator was warm,
welcoming and very enthusiast about all her great ideas for keeping everyone entertained.
I have been very happy with the kind, friendly and positive attitude shown by all of the staff, some of whom were even familiar with mum's extended family!
Staff and nurses always showed kindness and understanding and kept us fully informed of mum's well being. Office staff have been amazingly helpful throughout, I and all of our family very much appreciate the care and companionship that mum enjoyed.
Reply from Pauline Beegan, Service Manager at Almond View

Dear Linda, Thank you for your kind words about Almond View.

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Review from Alan M (Son of Resident) published on 24 July 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My mother has been in this care home for a number of years now and I've never had to complain or criticise about anything.
I've always found the home to be clean and warm. The staff have been friendly and always seem to be caring for the residents when we are there.
The cost of the home is not cheap
but on par with other homes, which I don't feel match the standards.
All in all, please keep up your standards and avoid raising the costs.
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Review from Bill S (Nephew of Resident) published on 20 July 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My Aunt was in this care home for a number of years. I often asked her if she was happy with the home and she always gave a positive answer. Being the person that handled all her finances I was extremely happy with the efficiency of the accounts staff.
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Review from Irene G (Wife of Resident) published on 20 July 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Almond View is a very well run care home. Management, office, nurses, carers, cleaning, laundry, kitchen, activities coordinator and maintenance are efficient, friendly, helpful and caring. The care given is of a very high standard as is the food. The staff know my husband well and tend to his needs
accordingly. Meals are varied and nutritious. The service users are given plenty of fluids. The manager is always happy to discuss anything regarding my husband's care, equally, she is available for a friendly chat with me. The home, the bedrooms and bathrooms are clean and always smell fresh. I can understand why this care home has been given a high rating by the care inspectorate. The staff are to be commended for their professionalism, caring nature and good humour. It is pleasing to know that many of the staff have worked there for many years allowing the continuity and familiar faces that are important to the service users for their happiness and well-being. Thanks to all concerned.
Reply from Pauline Beegan, Service Manager at Almond View

Dear Irene, thank you for taking the time to leave such a lovely review about Almond View.

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Review from Heather M (Niece of Resident) published on 20 July 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My Aunt would not be living if she hadn't received the excellent care and attention the staff of Almond View give. I am kept informed of my Aunt's situation on a regular basis.
I have complete faith in the staff who are responsible for her. Their professionalism speaks for itself.
Additionally, there
is continuity of carers, giving reassurance to the 'patient' and family alike.
Reply from Pauline Beegan, Service Manager at Almond View

Dear Heather, thank you, we appreciate you taking the time to leave such a lovely review.

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Review from Eric E (Nephew of Resident) published on 19 July 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Almond View Care Home is well maintained, clean, bright and welcoming. The staff at all levels seem genuinely interested in the residents and are friendly and approachable. The food appears to be good and there seems to be plenty of organised activities. I am kept informed of my relation's health and
well being and have the opportunity to attend meetings to review her needs.
Reply from Pauline Beegan, Service Manager at Almond View

Dear Eric, Thank you for your kind words about Almond View.

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Review from Campbell J (Son of Resident) published on 19 July 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My mother is well cared for and the staff seem to be very attentive. She has not been able to enjoy all the facilities to the full extent due to increasing dementia, but in calm phases, she is quite happy.
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Review from Margaret M (Daughter of Resident) published on 13 July 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Mum has been very well looked after by all the staff at Almond View. She has settled really well.


Gardens around the home are lovely for relaxing in when the weather is good.


I would totally recommend this nursing home.

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Review from Denise M (Daughter of Resident) published on 30 June 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My dad has been in Almond View since 18th May 2017. Dad has settled in reasonably well, he has had a few upsets that are down to his health issues. The staff are getting to know my dad. We, as a family, are very pleased with the care and support given to him and us, his wife, son and daughter.
Reply from Pauline Beegan, Service Manager at Almond View

Dear Denise, thank you so much for your kind words about Almond View.

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Review from Grace M (Daughter of Resident) published on 21 April 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My Mum Spent her last 6 Months in Almond View and I and all my family have nothing but the utmost praise for the Staff and Management of the home. And she felt at home my mum was easy to love and love her they did.
She was very happy here and loved all the staff back I am sure they will miss her songs.
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again thank you all from all of her family.
Reply from Pauline Beegan, Service Manager at Almond View

Dear Grace, thank you for taking the time to leave such a lovely review, we are glad your mother enjoyed her time with us at Almond View.

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Review from David S (Son of Resident) published on 28 March 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This home has treated my mother for the last 18 months or so. I have absolutely no hesitation in recommending this care home to anybody at all. The staff are very friendly and they all get to know what my mum likes and dislikes. They get to know her little habits from food to clothes. My mum is always
clean and her clothes all matching. The organisation within the home is very good. As you can gather, I cannot say anything other than praise the staff for looking after my mum so well. My heartfelt thanks must go to all the staff.
Reply from Pauline Beegan, Service Manager at Almond View

Dear David, Thank you for taking the time to leave such a lovely review, we really appreciate your kind words about Almond View.

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Review from S A (Son of Resident) published on 24 March 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My mother has dementia.
On the whole, she feels fairly secure in the care home and adequately supported by the staff.
She is always clean and appears well cared for.
She enjoys the social activities, particularly music and singing but doesn't feel there is enough to fill the day and very often is
bored.
Would enjoy more interaction with the staff but they are generally too busy.
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Review from Pauline E (Daughter of Resident) published on 16 March 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My father hasn't been in the care home for long (almost two months). To date, myself and other family members are unable to find any fault with the facilities, staff or care home itself. I'm sure if any issues were to arise, these could be discussed with care staff and responded to appropriately.
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have been improvements in my father compared to how he was in his previous environment. I believe these changes are largely due to staff input at Almond View. Well done, and keep up the good work!
Reply from Pauline Beegan, Service Manager at Almond View

Dear Pauline, thank you for your kind words about the staff at Almond View and for taking the time to leave a review.

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Review from David F (Son of Resident) published on 16 March 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Very thorough with a lot of input from the social worker. Questions put to my mother asking her opinion on everything from food to how often showering takes place to the care given from staff.
Reply from Pauline Beegan, Service Manager at Almond View

Dear David, thank you for your kind words about Almond View.

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Review from Rosie (Daughter of Resident) published on 19 October 2016 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This care home is managed to the highest standard and the staff are professional and caring. I would recommend this care home to anyone. I have been most impressed with the cleanliness and attention to detail. This is a credit to both the staff and the management.
Reply from Pauline Beegan, Service Manager at Almond View

Thank you, Rosie, for your kind words, we are pleased to hear that you are extremely happy with the home and the care your Mum is receiving.

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Review from Janet H (Daughter of Resident) published on 31 August 2016 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Lovely, friendly atmosphere within the care home with welcoming staff. Rooms are a good size and families are welcome to personalise rooms to make them more homely and comfortable. The Care provided is of a good standard. Care commission reports have been consistently good and back this up.
Reply from Pauline Beegan, Service Manager at Almond View

Thanks Janet for your kind words.

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Review from Cathy B (Daughter of Resident) published on 11 July 2016 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My father has been in this care home for 15 months now. He is very happy there, although he would obviously rather be at home, but sadly that is just not possible.
The care and nursing staff are very good and quickly got to know his likes and dislikes and his wee ways. They are so good with him. There
are activities almost every day and the Activity Coordinator works very hard to try to find something that will interest everyone, which is not easy. Most of the residents are fond of music and there are also quizzes. I know that the Activity Coordinator constantly tries to find new things to stimulate the residents and has lately started to give them simple arithmetic and crosswords. They try so hard. I would highly recommend this Care Home.
Reply from Pauline Beegan, Service Manager at Almond View

Thanks for your kind words Cath, we are pleased your Dad is happy at Almond View

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Review from Ann R (Daughter of Resident) published on 11 July 2016 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My relative has settled into home very well and has a great rapport with staff, the care given by staff is excellent and all staff are very friendly, and professional. Food seems good. The only down side is that there is not a wider range of activities.
Reply from Pauline Beegan, Service Manager at Almond View

Thank your kind words. We will be issuing a questionnaire shortly to look at ways to improve our activities program.

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Review from Josephine C (Daughter of Resident) published on 14 June 2016 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My Mother has been a resident for 6 months and overall I am happy with the service provided, particularly with regard to the staff who work hard looking after the residents. Like any organisation there is always room for improvement, I feel that more attention could be given to providing activities
and stimulus to the residents.
Reply from Pauline Beegan, Service Manager at Almond View

Thank you for your kind words Josephine. I am relatively new to the Service Manager position and I am currently reviewing the area regarding activities. If you would like to discuss anything further with me, please feel free to come and speak with me next time you visit your mother.

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Current Review Score: 9.7 (9.659)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.7 (9.659) out of 10 for Almond View is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.7 out of 5 from 18 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 17 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Care Home is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  1. 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months. The Average Rating of 4.659 for Almond View is calculated as follows: ( (152 Excellents x 5) + (49 Goods x 4) + (7 Satisfactorys x 3) + (3 Poors x 2) ) ÷ 211 Ratings = 4.659
  2. 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5'). The 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Almond View is based on 17 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    1. 4 points are available for the first 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 4
    2. 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the registered maximum number of service users in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Care Home registered for a maximum of 50 service users has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 78 registered maximum number of service users is 15.6, which has been reached with 17 Positive reviews. Points = 1
  3. When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
  4. If a Care Home does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

Regulatory Rating

Care Inspectorate (CI) Rating

Date: 7 May 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)
Care Inspectorate is responsible for the registration and inspection of social care services in Scotland. View Latest Report

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Michelle Carr

Job Title: Service Manager Joined: 2023

Michelle is a qualified Adult General Nurse (BSC adult nursing), also holding a Care Services Leadership and Management Qualification.


Michelle has worked in care homes for the past 14 years and joined Almond View in July 2023.
She is very passionate about care of older adults and enriching the lives of our residents whilst ensuring the highest standards of care, and also have special interests in Dementia and palliative care.

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