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The priority of the home is to provide the very best care in a setting that promotes comfort, security and peace of mind.
Beechvale provides a tranquil environment to care for you...
Care Provided by Beechvale Nursing Home
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Mental Health Condition
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
- Younger Adults
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
Care Types Provided
- Nursing Care
- For a maximum of 52 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
- Mild Dementia
- Moderate Dementia
Other Care Provided
- Parkinson's Disease
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- COPD/Pulmonary Disease
- Bariatric Care/Obesity
- Convalescent Care
- Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
Fees increase annually in April.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Beechvale Nursing Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Beechvale Nursing Home to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:
Funding Types Accepted
- Self-Funding (Private)
- Local Authority with Top-up
- Local Authority
- NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)
Good to Know
Owner
- Beechvale Nursing Home Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Filipe Ferreira(Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Mixed (no single-gender units)
- Ages 45+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
- Last Refurbishment: 2020
- Number of floors: 2
Room Information
- Single Rooms (46)
- Couples/Companion Rooms (3)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (20)
- Couples/Companion Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (3)
Visiting
- Visiting 11am to 10pm. Meal times are protected 12.20-1.30pm and 4.30-5.30pm. Activities 3pm-4.30pm.
Parking
- 2 carparks available
Beechvale Nursing Home Reviews (65)
Beechvale Nursing Home has a Review Score of 9.6 (9.645) out of 10, based on 10 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Beechvale Nursing Home has 65 reviews.
Her room is always tidy and clean, as are her clothes.
She is always treated with dignity, love and patience by all the wonderful Beechvale staff.
Thank you so much the beautiful review, it means the world to us that you are happy with your mothers care.
Beechvale Nursing Home is simply the best! Their welcome is warm, and their care is excellent. Their motto is "we are one big family", and that includes the extended family. This is so true. You feel it the moment you walk through the door. They envelop their residents and their families with love and support. Beechvale is set in a beautiful country setting, with gardens for residents and families to sit in on sunny days. Inside, the rooms are made personal to the resident. There is a visitor's lounge and other little nooks to sit whilst visiting. The staff feel like family, nothing is too much trouble for them and always with a smile on their face. They are helpful, caring, empathetic and completely dedicated to the residents. With two staff in charge of daily entertainment, the lives of the residents are busy and constantly filled with music, singing, crafts, quizzes, laughter and lots of fun! My mother enjoys the company and her special group of new friends. It's emotionally difficult and heartbreaking to have to place a loved one apart from you. However, you know you're leaving them in safe hands in the care of Beechvale staff!
Thank you so much for this beautiful review; it means the world to us to know you feel like family.
During the Covid duration, my mother has had care above and beyond. She has recovered from just lying in bed with next to no interaction to being encouraged to get up, feed herself and join in the group activities. The change in my mother has been somewhat miraculous and it is wonderful to see. The effort in the home during this last year has gone above and beyond. All aspects from cleanliness, interactive activities, food have been excellent.
Thank you so much for your kind words, it means the world to all of us that you have confidence in the quality of the care your mother receives.
The whole staff in Beechvale are absolutely wonderful, I can't speak highly enough of each and every one of them. I can rest easier at night knowing how well looked after my mum is. She is settled and content, clean and well cared for.
Thank you so much, Carol, it is a pleasure to have your mum in our Big Beechvale Family.
My mother has been in Beechvale for a few months now. The experience has, so far, been very positive. I have peace of mind that she is safe and well looked after. Having nursing staff there 24/7 has been a god send as they have spotted issues with he health before they have been able to become too serious. The reception staff are incredible, so helpful and efficient, and more importantly, kind. This is true of all the staff that I have seen. They care about Mum, kitchen staff, carers, laundry staff, all of them. They seem to go over and above to treat her with kindness.
I would highly recommend this nursing home.
I'm delighted with the standard of care my dad receives and friendliness of the staff and variety of activities. Excellent atmosphere.
The staff, all nurses, carers and those on reception are so caring and attentive. It is manager brilliantly. Nothing is too much trouble. I would and have recommended Beechavale to anyone.
I have been present at meal times and have observed his meals which have to be mashed/pureed. He eats very well.
His mind is getting more confused but staff are all very good with him.
It provides friendly, resident-centred care to not only the residents but the staff also look out for the families, especially the 'partners'.
My Mum is treated with dignity and respect and she feels safe here.
The activities co-ordinator organises fun activities to stimulate minds and bodies.We are grateful to have found this haven for our mother.
My mother has just recently become a resident of this very homely and friendly care environment. The staff have been very welcoming to both mum and me and have helped us 'both' to settle and adjust. Mum loves the garden and her 'wee seat' at the front door, so she can people watch and look out at the garden. She was reluctant initially to take part in any activities, but thanks to a very engaging activities co-ordinator, mum is now joining in and particularly enjoys the music and quiz activities. Thanks to all at Beechvale.
Approachable and visible.
Willing to listen and helpful.
Kind and caring.
My father has been at Beechvale now for just over a year. He has received very good in that time from nurses and carers. The medical attention he has required recently has been professional and attentive. There are daily activities and he enjoys the variety of these each week. My father has a very good appetite and he certainly enjoys the good and frequent snacks provided. Beechvale is a friendly, welcoming home that feels like a home from home.
My father has been in Beechvale Nursing Home for six months and the care he has received has been outstanding in every respect. The ambience of the home is just beautiful. It is welcoming, warm and friendly. All the staff are excellent and everyone plays their role beyond the call of duty, treating the residents with respect, dignity and great care. They know my father so well and do everything in their power to ensure his comfort, peace and well being. The activities organised in the home are stimulating, innovative and seek to cater for individual needs and interests. Communication is excellent and as a family, we feel bless our father is here.
I have been impressed with the person-centred attention that dad has received from all the staff at this home. They are excellent at trying out different strategies to help him with everyday tasks and allowing him to have as much independence as possible. They have also been extremely supportive of us as a family and I have complete confidence in the care that they provide. They have created a bright and friendly environment and are very inclusive of family members. Dad is very settled and we enjoy visiting him in his new home. I would highly recommend this home to others.
My mother has been in Beechvale just over one year. Her experience and that of the family has been, in the main, satisfactory. Concerns have been raised where necessary and generally acted on, however, there have been occasions when we felt it took too long for issues to be addressed. Mum is not overly happy with her meals and whilst the food is of a satisfactory standard, concerns are that what she orders is not always what she gets. Her bed is clean and tidy, she is clean and tidy and in general, we are satisfied with her care. Understaffing is an issue.
My mother has been in Beechvale Nursing Home for over two years. She has a lovely room at front of the home. It is well furnished to her needs. The staff are very caring and professional. Her meals are pureed and are very varied. She is able to sit in the main lounge and enjoy the activities even though she cannot join in. Overall I am happy with my Mum's care.
My experience at Beechvale Nursing Home has been very positive at all times. Their communication skills are excellent, cleanliness, medical and personal care are outstanding and thorough. The staff are all of a very high calibre and create an atmosphere of friendliness, welcome and willingness. They are always pro-active and professional achieving an excellent standard of care.
Having used Beechvale for respite, I had no reservations asking for a permanent place for my mother. It is very clean and the care that my mother receives is excellent. There is a great atmosphere and everyone seems to be very happy there. I would happily recommend Beechvale Nursing Home.
I contacted Beechvale regarding respite care for my father following an illness and time spent in hospital. The manager responded quickly to the request and within a day my Dad was able to go to Beechvale. He received excellent care, with very friendly and competent staff. The food and care he received was excellent and the nursing staff were able to advise on his medication and ensure he was medically and physically fit to go home.
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Awards / Recognitions (18)
- 30 Jan 2026Recipient: Beechvale Nursing Home
- 31 Jan 2024Recipient: Beechvale Nursing Home
- 06 Apr 2023Recipient: Beechvale Nursing Home
Meet the Team (2)

Kathie is our exceptional Director of Nursing at Beechvale Nursing Home. Graduating with First-Class Honours in Nursing from Queen’s University Belfast in 2009, she has built an impressive career grounded in dedication, compassion, and professionalism. Her extensive experience spans both nursing homes and her role as a Care Manager within the South Eastern Trust, bringing a deep understanding of care delivery and management to her position.
Kathie further enhanced her expertise by completing a Postgraduate qualification in Nursing Care of the Older Person in a Care Home Setting at Queen’s University Belfast, followed by an MSc in Advanced Professional Practice, which she completed with honours and at the top of her class, strengthening her leadership and specialist knowledge in delivering high-quality, person-centred care.
Since joining Beechvale Nursing Home in 2017, Kathie has led the team with remarkable enthusiasm and commitment. Her passion for creating a warm, family-oriented environment known as the “Big Beechvale Family” is at the heart of everything she does. She places strong emphasis on meaningful engagement and activities for residents, ensuring their well-being and happiness are always prioritised.
In February 2025, Kathie proudly stepped into the role of Director of Nursing, continuing to drive excellence in care and fostering a culture of compassion, inclusion, and respect. Under her leadership, Beechvale Nursing Home remains a place where residents truly feel at home — valued, supported, and surrounded by kindness.

Filipe Ferreira is our dedicated Manager at Beechvale Nursing Home, having taken on the role in February 2025 with a deep sense of responsibility and a commitment to honouring the wonderful legacy left by Kathie, our previous manager.
Filipe first joined the Beechvale family in 2018 and has since become an integral part of our team. Bringing with him a wealth of experience from his time working in A&E, he combines clinical expertise with genuine compassion, ensuring every resident receives exceptional care tailored to their individual needs.
He further enhanced his professional expertise by completing a Postgraduate qualification in Nursing Care of the Older Person in a Care Home Setting at Queen’s University Belfast, strengthening his specialist knowledge and leadership in delivering person-centred care.
A passionate advocate for excellence, Filipe is committed to continuous learning and professional growth, always staying abreast of the latest developments in healthcare. His proactive approach and focus on innovation help drive Beechvale Nursing Home forward, maintaining the highest standards of care and wellbeing for all residents.
Under Filipe’s leadership, Beechvale Nursing Home continues to flourish as a place of warmth, respect, and belonging where residents truly feel at home and are cared for with the utmost dedication and kindness.
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