Long awaited reunion at Lochduhar Nursing Home

For some residents at Lochduhar Nursing home in Dumfries, the long awaited reunion with family and friends became a reality recently, as garden visits have now been allowed to commence at the home.

There has been much careful planning and preparation for this moment behind the scenes at Barchester Healthcare, who run Lochduhar Nursing home.

Social distancing was still in place, and homes that are able to take part must have a large accessible garden.

It was welcome news to so many residents, family, and friends, who were kept apart for so long following strict government guidance.

Residents and their loved ones finally got together in the home garden, and were able to see each other in person. The garden was full of joy and chatter. Gillian Ward, General Manager at the home, said: “This has been a much welcomed development in what have been very strange times.

"The visits are safe and organised, and it was wonderful to see how happy it made the residents. We will of course endeavour to keep up the high standards of care, and continue with our ever evolving life enrichment programme, to keep residents engaged. But this has been lovely to see everyone together again.”

Enid Mitchell resident at Lochduhar said: “It was so nice to see my niece again as it’s been a long time. She stays in Bristol so it’s a long way away!”.

We are welcoming new residents and patients into our homes to ensure that we are there for those that need care and support, and have a very clear admission policy and infection control protocols that must be met.

Please do give us a call on 01387 256524 if you are looking for care or need any further help.

Lochduhar Nursing Home is run by Barchester Healthcare, one of the UK’s largest care providers, which is committed to delivering high-quality care across its care homes and hospitals. Lochduhar provides nursing care, residential care, respite care and dementia care.

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