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Fullarton offers many comfortable areas for residents to relax, unwind and socialise. After undergoing a refurbishment in late 2021, the home had many communal areas modernised and decorated to enhance the daily life of every resident.
The catering team at Fullarton understands the nutritional needs...
Care Provided by Fullarton 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
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Bar/Café
- Residents Kitchenette
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Fullarton Care Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Fullarton 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
- Lottie Beaumont(Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Last Refurbishment: 2021
Room Information
- Single Rooms (90)
Fullarton Care Home Reviews (67)
Fullarton Care Home has a Review Score of 9.5 (9.522) out of 10, based on 15 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Fullarton Care Home has 67 reviews.
My wife is well looked after.
It is always a difficult time when a loved one has to leave their home to go into a Care Home but Mum settled, thanks to the loving care of the staff in Fullarton.
Thank you all so much.
This is a great home to live in. We have plenty to keep us busy and with the rabbits and the garden, it is really like a 'home from home'. We now have our own sweet shop, which I help serve in. The staff are lovely. I am happy here.
The rooms are always very clean and my friend is kept clean and tidy.
The staff I have had contact with have been helpful and caring.
In my experience, my friend receives care suitable for her needs and is treated with dignity.
The staff have been excellent at helping him to settle. I can say at long last he seems to have accepted the situation. He is a lot happier now thanks to staff taking time to include and encourage him.
Since our first visit to Fullarton Care Home, it has lived up to all our expectations. We have been happy with the care our Mum has received. We have found the staff to be so helpful and considerate. Also, we have found the facilities are occasionally high standard. Residents have a great range of activities on offer if they wish to take part.
Happily a week or so later we were contacted to say that a room had become available.
On the day of mum's admission, she was treated like a "royal" guest with a procession of staff coming into her room introducing themselves and explaining their function. All the staff did appear to be kind and caring people.
It is only a few weeks but mum has settled in well and is enjoying the company, entertainment, and nice food all provided by caring staff.
Fullarton has fully lived up to our hopes of being a first class care home for our mother. Every member of staff has been wonderful and make great efforts to ensure Mum is able to socialise to the best of her ability. They are professional, caring and considerate. My brother and I visit regularly and are always made welcome and have always found staff willing to talk to us about Mum. Fullarton conducts regular reviews involving Mum and either my brother or me. We are very happy with the care she is getting.
My mother was admitted at short notice due to her condition worsening at home. At first I was very anxious about mum going into care, however I need not have worried. The staff were fantastic at settling mum into a new environment and they made me feel part of the team, which was so important to me. I can't fault the care and it is reassuring to find such caring staff. I have no concerns and no complaints.
My mother has been admitted recently in the last four weeks to Fullarton. We are delighted with the way that she has come on. She has started eating so much better and socialising also. The staff are so caring and friendly. Mum has already been on two outings which we are delighted about. The staff deserve all the praise they can get. Well done!
My friend has been a resident of this home for the past two years. The staff are so caring and compassionate to the residents. No job is ever a bother to them. Sadly my friend no longer recognises me and can be quite restless at times. However, the staff know exactly how to manage him and they look after him so well. It is worrying at times when you have to consider a loved one or a friend going into care, however, I have no hesitation in recommending Fullarton for the great care that they give. Thank you.
My review if I had to go into a care home I would certainly commend the Fullarton Care Home. The nurses and office staff are all very good and helpful. Thank you.
There has been an improved change at this care home since 'The Kind Care Company' took over, but some things still need to be improved. I think that there should be ongoing training for staff. Some carers are excellent, whereas others don't seem to be bothered to be understanding or patient. Also, kitchen areas could be cleaner.
Thank you for taking the time to provide feedback about the care at Fullarton Care Home. We are very pleased that you have noticed positive changes since HC-One bought the home and I can assure you that further improvements will be made.
Isolation and loneliness were two of the main reasons we wanted my Mum to be in a homely, caring and friendly environment where she could be with people and feel safe, secure and welcome.
Personal items get lost, clothes and bags belonging to other people in my Mum’s room. Medication administered in full view of visitors, where is the dignity in that.
When we visit we do not feel welcome.
I would love to know where the residents' kitchen is, we could maybe have a cup of tea with Mum.
The only thing I do not agree with is not using antiseptic disinfectant spray or bleach or spray to make the rooms smell fresh.
Care very good. Staff understanding of residents. Decor suffering a little by comparison with The Fullerton unit.
Most staff are very professional in their care, treating residents like they would treat their own family.
Plenty of activities led by a good team also enjoyed.
Cleanliness of room and bathroom very good.
Medicine also sorted.
Now less agency staff.
Would love to see staff do less paperwork and take folks out for walks.
Excellent place.
I am very pleased with the care and facilities my husband receives.
Each member of staff is so good and so friendly and approachable.
Regulatory Rating
Care Inspectorate (CI) Rating
Date: 01 May 2026- How well do we support people's wellbeing?Adequate
(3)
- 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 (15) & Events (0)
- 23 Sep 2025
HC-One Scotland’s Fullarton Care Home in Irvine, Ayrshire, joined in the town’s historic Marymass Festival with a joyful celebration for residents, relatives, and colleagues. The Marymass Festival, which dates back...
- 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...
- 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...
There are no upcoming events for Fullarton Care Home.
Accreditations
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Meet the Team (1)

What does ‘kindness’ mean to you?
‘Being empathetic, being present for those that require assistance, being compassionate, helpful, trustworthy and considerate.”
As a Registered Nurse, Charlotte has gained a wealth of experience in providing care and nursing support to elderly people, to enrich their lives. She is a knowledgeable and dedicated leader who is passionate about delivering the highest standards in care and quality of life for Residents.
Having worked at HC-One since 2004, Charlotte closely shares HC-One’s vision is aiming to provide the kindest care for each and every Resident. She extends this caring approach to her Colleagues and works closely with them to deliver care and support to Residents in a way that they gain the most benefit, in a warm and welcoming home.
When asked what she enjoys most about her role, Charlotte remarked:
“Being able to ensure that Residents receive the very best care”
Charlotte has also achieved much outside of work, she raised £2500 for Scottish Autism, running the Great North Run for her son Noah.Outside of work Charlotte enjoys travelling, especially on her Florida holidays with her partner and 3 children.
If you would like to find out more about Fullarton, Charlotte would be delighted to have an informal discussion with you over the phone to answer any questions and provide further information.
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