Barchester Fordmill Care Home

About 14 years ago my mother passed away here after 2 or 3 happy years here, more recently my uncle passed away after approximately 18months as a resident, as a family we were able to spend more quality time with them both and not have to worry about their day to day stuff when they were at home, the care both were given was excellent. Also 2 of my elderly neighbours have lived here, one recently passed and my other neighbour is loving it, highly recommend,

My mother was admitted with stage four cancer, dementia and diabetes. As a family we knew she did not have much good days left ahead of her. However the staff - to a man - looked after both my mother and father - who visited every day, with love and dignity. As a family we are truly grateful for everything you dad to make mum's final days comfortable and enjoyable as they could be.

Our father passed away 2 weeks ago, having spent the last 5 years as a resident of Fordmill, I very much doubt if we would have had him with us that long, had it not been for the wonderful care provided by the staff and management. They literally became his second family with their compassion, skilled work and great personalities. He was always very contented when we visited, and never once told us that he was unhappy with his situation, or any member of the team. Barchester are truly fortunate to have a care home like this within their organisation.

We were a family with no experience of a Care Home. From the moment we were met in the foyer in March 2024, with our mum, the staff have gone above and beyond to make her and the residents happy and well cared for. From Management to catering and cleaning, not forgetting the professional nurses, they are unsung heroes. The entertainment team, enjoy themselves too with entertainment which is both relevant and fun. Mum loved the church services and visits from schools, nursery schools, dancers etc. Really big thanks.

Lovely setting.

My wife is unable to walk or stand (advanced MS) so "activities" are not relevant. She is a bit 'fussy' about food and is gluten intolerant. However, the home went to great lengths to provide her with a choice at each meal. This was a 3 week respite care that was mostly paid for by my local council, cannot comment on value for money.

Mum had a lovely warm, clean room with her own TV. Mum has said that the staff were brilliant.

Probably the best old folks home I have ever seen, the staff are absolutely lovely, they cannot do enough from my father. And the food is amazing. And the manager of the old folks home is a star. Highly rated. Honestly, cannot pick one bad thing about it. Only one word describes this place, amazing.

You couldn't wish for a better care home for your relative.

This is a wonderful home and I could thoroughly recommend it.

The staff at Barchester Fordmill Care Home are very helpful and friendly. Our mother receives excellent care and is very happy!

The care that our mum has received at Barchester Fordmill Care Home has been outstanding! She loves all the varied activities and companionship of the other residents. The care staff are excellent and so friendly. This definitely is a five-star facility!

Mum had plenty of activities and good company during her stay. Staff were very attentive to Mum. Care home was suitable for Mum's needs. She knew some of the residents which made it more enjoyable. Easy for visitors to come and go. I think she enjoyed her food as well.

The entertainment on this occasion and generally, was first-class. Birthday cake tasted excellent.

I cannot rate Fordmill highly enough. Mum was cared for with compassion and dignity from day one. The care home is immaculately clean, the staff helpful and friendly and the food tasty and plentiful. The Entertainment Coordinators have a wealth of events and activities to keep the residents busy, there's never a dull day at Fordmill! Ultimately, we had peace of mind. Mum had the highest standard of care and felt loved by everyone around her. Thank you all.

I couldn't be more happy with the staff and facilities at this care home. They allowed my mother to enjoy her time and keep her dignity until she sadly passed away this month. Mum lived at the care home for just over two years. We knew she was safe and well looked after at all times. Excellent.

We shall remember my granny forever and always.

I cannot praise staff highly enough. From the time my mother entered Barchester Fordmill Care Home until her death, they were attentive, caring and so good to her. She enjoyed her time there mixing with everyone but still with her own room for privacy when she wanted. I felt safe in my mind that she was getting the care, love and attention she needed.

Activities offered to the residents were well chosen by a competent activities organiser.

After a fall at home which necessitated a hospital stay and then some time in a rehabilitation unit, my Mum moved into Fordmill six months ago. She was apprehensive and anxious about the move but with the excellent care and support of the lovely manager and other staff, she soon settled in and now feels at home there. Fordmill is set in a large quiet garden and everywhere is spotlessly clean and well maintained, laundry has a super quick turnaround, food is plentiful and varied and visitors are always made to feel welcome. The abundance of entertainment and activities available are imaginative and very well organised by enthusiastic staff who gently encourage residents to join in with no pressure to do so. I feel that my Mum is treated with respect and dignity and well looked after by all the friendly, helpful staff and have no hesitation in recommending Fordmill for respite or long-term care. We are so lucky to have such an excellent nursing home in Montrose.