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21 January 2026
I can't praise Doneraile Residential Home highly enough, from the first time I stepped through the door, to assess if it would be suitable for my husband, I have been extremely impressed, this really feels like a home from home, it's welcoming, warm and friendly, the entire team are superb,
attentive, compassionate, always respectful and consummately professional, care is tailored for the needs of the individual and regularly reassessed.
Visitors are made welcome and residents are encouraged to interact with other residents and staff with conversation, various activities, games and regular entertainment.
David has a lovely spacious room and food is excellent, delicious and plentiful, something particularly important to David. The premises are always lovely and clean.
I would have no hesitation in recommending Donerail to anyone seeking first class residential care.
One word sums up the wonderful Doneraile Residential care home really and that's superlative.
19 January 2026
It was a very difficult and emotional decision to place mum into care. Mum has vascular dementia and Initially mum was staying for a few weeks but now doesn't want to return to her own home. After two weeks there was a vast improvement in her mood and engagement with activities, best decision mum
made and great peace of mind. The home is very warm and welcoming staff are friendly and approachable. I really like that the managers door is always open, able to chat with management and staff. I can be a daughter again and not a carer.
11 June 2025
My husband's care since arriving has been excellent, he is treated with dignity and respect. The caring staff look after his personal care with kindness and all his medical needs are met, as a family we are more than satisfied with the care he receives.
11 June 2025
Excellent respite care for mother-in-law. Dramatic improvement in 2 weeks.
03 April 2025
Mum lived at Doneraile for 18 months until her death due to old age and frailty. The family and I were so impressed by the way the staff were able to respond to her changing needs over the months. They referred to specialist services to assess and help staff manage different aspects of mums care.
The food was very good and as a family we were welcome to eat with mum in the dining room. We shared meals in mums room too. There is a full range of activities including church services which was important to mum. Mums room was kept immaculately clean as were all areas in the home with regular changes being made to upgrade the home. All emergency issues were dealt with swiftly and we were kept fully informed. We were particularly impressed by the kindness and professionalism shown by all staff in the last few weeks of mums life. Everyone treated mum with dignity and it was obvious how much the staff cared for mum. Nothing was too much trouble and we felt cared for too.
26 March 2025
Although my father was only at Doneraile Care Home for a couple of months the whole experience was amazing. From its arrival to his passing the staff where fantastic. They made him and us so welcome like one big family. The home is so beautiful and spotlessly clean. The food is wonderful as well. We
could not have wished for a more loving place for him and we always are grateful to everyone at Doneraile for their care.
04 March 2025
Lovely friendly home with friendly staff always happy to help. Entertainment for the residents games, singing and entertainers coming into the home. Lovely meals are served daily. A sunny garden to sit in.
24 February 2025
Dad lived independently keeping active through swimming and walking until last year when his health deteriorated when he needed a short period in hospital. He subsequently came to Doneraile, initially for respite care, in September '24. The staff were so welcoming and compassionate that you
immediately felt 'at home'. Dad soon settled in, taking part in the activities and enjoying the company of the friendly staff and residents. Due to dad's continued vulnerability it was evident that independent living was no longer an option. He is very happy and content to be a permanent resident at Doneraile and he continues to thrive with the excellent and professional care that dad receives.
29 January 2025
My aunt, has been a resident at Doneraile for many years now; as her needs have increased, particularly over the last year, these have been met with a professional, caring and compassionate approach. Respect is always demonstrated by the senior and junior carers, alongside maintaining her dignity.
Although, my aunt, is very often happy with her own company, she is always encouraged to join in many of the activities, particularly those, that are of particular interest to her, such as the musical entertainment, visiting pets.
The home is always very clean and tidy and at meal times, the dining room provides a pleasant place for the residents, to have their meals and socialise, if they wish?
I would definitely recommend Doneraile to those who are looking for a residential care home, fir a relative or friend
16 January 2025
My mum has lived at Doneraile for over 3 years now. Mum has a lovely, light, spacious room with her own pictures to remind her of home. Mum has received excellent care whilst living at Doneraile and has known the same carers for a number of years. I am kept well informed of any changes to mum's care
and have enjoyed events for family and friends throughout the year. Mum enjoys taking part in the daily activities and has even been on several local trips out. I would recommend Doneraile to anyone looking for a care home for a family member.
16 January 2025
We are very pleased with the care Mum receives. Her room is spacious and the whole home is clean and well-kept. All the rooms and communal areas have been decorated and re-carpeted in the last year. The staff are excellent. The activities offered are varied and interesting. The family are always
welcomed and invited to parties and events.
15 January 2025
I can't rate Doneraile high enough, the staff and management made my partner so welcome and looked after him with care respect and kindness. They put my mind at ease the way they kept me informed and the amount of support they gave me and my partner. My partner felt comfortable and happy I have
not seen him like this in years. I just want to say a very big thank you to everyone that helped and made his stay a comfortable and happy stay.
04 December 2024
My wife was in Doneraile from May 2024 to September 2024, when she sadly passed away. The care and support were excellent. My wife loved the sing-song times and the music. The staff are excellent, and nothing is too much to do for the care they give. My mum was also in Doneraile from 2000 to 2002.
02 December 2024
My wife suffered from dementia that was getting hard to manage, so she came to Doneraile for 2 weeks' respite. Having been unhappy at our home, she was much happier there. We had some lovely times when I visited. Sadly she had a fatal stroke towards the end of the fortnight. The care home is very
well run. Cleanliness, comfort, care, and food are all good. The big thing is that care is good. The staff are all very helpful. The only slight downside is that space in the communal rooms is a bit limited, but that wouldn't stop me coming back.
26 July 2024
Nice big room and the food was ok, not always to my taste! Staff absolutely brilliant, couldn't do enough for me! Always checking to see if all was ok and if I needed anything. Made a couple of friends which was nice!
17 May 2024
The home is spacious and peaceful on arrival. It is clean with excellent facilities for example stair lifts. The staff are knowledgeable, professional and patient. I will use Doneraile again when the need arises.
01 May 2024
Dad was so well cared for at Doneraile where he spent the last weeks of his life. He was made welcome from day 1 and the staff did everything they possibly could to enable him to join in with daily life in the home. As his health deteriorated they cared for him with professionalism but also
compassion. They engaged with him and tuned in to his sense of humour, never forgetting the character of the person they were caring for. I found the staff to be helpful and approachable - I could ring them anytime and they were honest and open with me. They were so supportive to me when Dad passed away and I can’t thank them enough for everything they did.
24 April 2024
My uncle went into the home after falling at home and needing recovery time. He was their for 4 weeks. The home couldn’t have been more attentive. The staff was lovely and caring and the food was good. Families were welcomed and my uncle loved the visits from the animal man. The home is in the
process of redecoration and has a fresh modern feel.
21 March 2024
My mum had a period of recuperative care at Doneraile Care Home after a hip operation. They cared wonderfully for Mum until she was ready to return home. Always plenty of entertainment for the guests and the food was delicious and wholesome. The staff were warm and welcoming upon arrival as a
visitor, there is always a member of staff on hand to answer any questions we had.
I can't rate this care home highly enough!
31 January 2024
Excellent - well looked after.
Nothing to complain.
Latest Reviews for Doneraile Residential Care Home
21 January 2026
I can't praise Doneraile Residential Home highly enough, from the first time I stepped through the door, to assess if it would be suitable for my husband, I have been extremely impressed, this really feels like a home from home, it's welcoming, warm and friendly, the entire team are superb,
attentive, compassionate, always respectful and consummately professional, care is tailored for the needs of the individual and regularly reassessed.
Visitors are made welcome and residents are encouraged to interact with other residents and staff with conversation, various activities, games and regular entertainment.
David has a lovely spacious room and food is excellent, delicious and plentiful, something particularly important to David. The premises are always lovely and clean.
I would have no hesitation in recommending Donerail to anyone seeking first class residential care.
One word sums up the wonderful Doneraile Residential care home really and that's superlative.
19 January 2026
It was a very difficult and emotional decision to place mum into care. Mum has vascular dementia and Initially mum was staying for a few weeks but now doesn't want to return to her own home. After two weeks there was a vast improvement in her mood and engagement with activities, best decision mum
made and great peace of mind. The home is very warm and welcoming staff are friendly and approachable. I really like that the managers door is always open, able to chat with management and staff. I can be a daughter again and not a carer.
11 June 2025
My husband's care since arriving has been excellent, he is treated with dignity and respect. The caring staff look after his personal care with kindness and all his medical needs are met, as a family we are more than satisfied with the care he receives.
11 June 2025
Excellent respite care for mother-in-law. Dramatic improvement in 2 weeks.
03 April 2025
Mum lived at Doneraile for 18 months until her death due to old age and frailty. The family and I were so impressed by the way the staff were able to respond to her changing needs over the months. They referred to specialist services to assess and help staff manage different aspects of mums care.
The food was very good and as a family we were welcome to eat with mum in the dining room. We shared meals in mums room too. There is a full range of activities including church services which was important to mum. Mums room was kept immaculately clean as were all areas in the home with regular changes being made to upgrade the home. All emergency issues were dealt with swiftly and we were kept fully informed. We were particularly impressed by the kindness and professionalism shown by all staff in the last few weeks of mums life. Everyone treated mum with dignity and it was obvious how much the staff cared for mum. Nothing was too much trouble and we felt cared for too.
26 March 2025
Although my father was only at Doneraile Care Home for a couple of months the whole experience was amazing. From its arrival to his passing the staff where fantastic. They made him and us so welcome like one big family. The home is so beautiful and spotlessly clean. The food is wonderful as well. We
could not have wished for a more loving place for him and we always are grateful to everyone at Doneraile for their care.
04 March 2025
Lovely friendly home with friendly staff always happy to help. Entertainment for the residents games, singing and entertainers coming into the home. Lovely meals are served daily. A sunny garden to sit in.
24 February 2025
Dad lived independently keeping active through swimming and walking until last year when his health deteriorated when he needed a short period in hospital. He subsequently came to Doneraile, initially for respite care, in September '24. The staff were so welcoming and compassionate that you
immediately felt 'at home'. Dad soon settled in, taking part in the activities and enjoying the company of the friendly staff and residents. Due to dad's continued vulnerability it was evident that independent living was no longer an option. He is very happy and content to be a permanent resident at Doneraile and he continues to thrive with the excellent and professional care that dad receives.
29 January 2025
My aunt, has been a resident at Doneraile for many years now; as her needs have increased, particularly over the last year, these have been met with a professional, caring and compassionate approach. Respect is always demonstrated by the senior and junior carers, alongside maintaining her dignity.
Although, my aunt, is very often happy with her own company, she is always encouraged to join in many of the activities, particularly those, that are of particular interest to her, such as the musical entertainment, visiting pets.
The home is always very clean and tidy and at meal times, the dining room provides a pleasant place for the residents, to have their meals and socialise, if they wish?
I would definitely recommend Doneraile to those who are looking for a residential care home, fir a relative or friend
16 January 2025
My mum has lived at Doneraile for over 3 years now. Mum has a lovely, light, spacious room with her own pictures to remind her of home. Mum has received excellent care whilst living at Doneraile and has known the same carers for a number of years. I am kept well informed of any changes to mum's care
and have enjoyed events for family and friends throughout the year. Mum enjoys taking part in the daily activities and has even been on several local trips out. I would recommend Doneraile to anyone looking for a care home for a family member.
16 January 2025
We are very pleased with the care Mum receives. Her room is spacious and the whole home is clean and well-kept. All the rooms and communal areas have been decorated and re-carpeted in the last year. The staff are excellent. The activities offered are varied and interesting. The family are always
welcomed and invited to parties and events.
15 January 2025
I can't rate Doneraile high enough, the staff and management made my partner so welcome and looked after him with care respect and kindness. They put my mind at ease the way they kept me informed and the amount of support they gave me and my partner. My partner felt comfortable and happy I have
not seen him like this in years. I just want to say a very big thank you to everyone that helped and made his stay a comfortable and happy stay.
04 December 2024
My wife was in Doneraile from May 2024 to September 2024, when she sadly passed away. The care and support were excellent. My wife loved the sing-song times and the music. The staff are excellent, and nothing is too much to do for the care they give. My mum was also in Doneraile from 2000 to 2002.
02 December 2024
My wife suffered from dementia that was getting hard to manage, so she came to Doneraile for 2 weeks' respite. Having been unhappy at our home, she was much happier there. We had some lovely times when I visited. Sadly she had a fatal stroke towards the end of the fortnight. The care home is very
well run. Cleanliness, comfort, care, and food are all good. The big thing is that care is good. The staff are all very helpful. The only slight downside is that space in the communal rooms is a bit limited, but that wouldn't stop me coming back.
26 July 2024
Nice big room and the food was ok, not always to my taste! Staff absolutely brilliant, couldn't do enough for me! Always checking to see if all was ok and if I needed anything. Made a couple of friends which was nice!
17 May 2024
The home is spacious and peaceful on arrival. It is clean with excellent facilities for example stair lifts. The staff are knowledgeable, professional and patient. I will use Doneraile again when the need arises.
01 May 2024
Dad was so well cared for at Doneraile where he spent the last weeks of his life. He was made welcome from day 1 and the staff did everything they possibly could to enable him to join in with daily life in the home. As his health deteriorated they cared for him with professionalism but also
compassion. They engaged with him and tuned in to his sense of humour, never forgetting the character of the person they were caring for. I found the staff to be helpful and approachable - I could ring them anytime and they were honest and open with me. They were so supportive to me when Dad passed away and I can’t thank them enough for everything they did.
24 April 2024
My uncle went into the home after falling at home and needing recovery time. He was their for 4 weeks. The home couldn’t have been more attentive. The staff was lovely and caring and the food was good. Families were welcomed and my uncle loved the visits from the animal man. The home is in the
process of redecoration and has a fresh modern feel.
21 March 2024
My mum had a period of recuperative care at Doneraile Care Home after a hip operation. They cared wonderfully for Mum until she was ready to return home. Always plenty of entertainment for the guests and the food was delicious and wholesome. The staff were warm and welcoming upon arrival as a
visitor, there is always a member of staff on hand to answer any questions we had.
I can't rate this care home highly enough!
31 January 2024
Excellent - well looked after.
Nothing to complain.