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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.
My mother became a resident of Beechvale Nursing Home in November 2014 after a very unsatisfactory stay at another nursing home. I was so relieved to find a home which took real care of mum and I felt she was safe. Beechvale were always co-operative with any concerns and as I visited daily I witness excellent care to mum and all the other residents. In addition Beechvale has a comfortable homely feel.
They provide very good care and residents are treated with great care and dignity. The home is clean and meals are excellent with a varied diet. Staff and management are always approachable and helpful at all times. All activities are suitable for residents to help keep them alert and entertained.
Care has always been 100% activities on the day and weekly, and the food intake is nutritious for the elderly. Beechvale Nursing Home is situated in the lovely countryside Killinchy and a much sought after home. There are church services usually on two Sundays every month. Visitors are always made most welcome.
We have always found Beechvale nursing home to be of the best in the area. Having relatives in this home for the last ten years, they have always been attentive, efficient, caring and approachable. The staff at all levels are excellent. It is very homely and when entering their are no smells. The food is fresh with a very varied menu. Chef and kitchen staff always accommodate requests. The cleaning staff are always helpful. Activity lady always keeps them occupied and organising lots of visiting entertainment. New owners are making improvements and we highly recommend this home.
The care, support and thoughtfulness, as well as nursing/care expertise was of an excellent standard. I live in England, but even so Beechvale contacted me each time there was a question or a problem or a piece of information (about my Aunt) to be discussed. We always know whether we could rest assured or we needed to get on a plane. My Aunt, an extremely independently minded person (and is not easy) was stimulated and helped and respected.
Bed Vacancies
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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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