open visiting times
car park at the home
Dounemount Care Home has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.830) out of 10, based on 16 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Dounemount Care Home has 37 reviews.
Review from Sydney S (Brother of Resident) published on 26 January 2023
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Thank you for your review. We are glad to hear you are happy with how your sister is cared for at Dounemount.
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Review from Monica S (Daughter of Resident) published on 7 June 2022
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Reply from Louise Queen, Home Manager at Dounemount Care Home
Thank you for taking the time to write us a lovely review, we are so pleased that Mum has settled in well and that you are happy with everything.
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Review from Caroline M (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 1 June 2022
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We had a wonderful time celebrating a very special occasion with a very special couple and family. We are glad that you all had a lovely time too.
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Review from Ethel M (Resident) published on 3 May 2022
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Thank you for your review - it makes us happy to hear how happy you are at Dounemount!
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Review from Colin M (Son of Resident) published on 25 April 2022
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Thank you for your kind review. We are pleased the admission process went smoothly and that Mum was able to settle into her new home so quickly. It was an honour for us all to help your mum and dad celebrate a very special occasion.
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Review from M B (Resident) published on 31 March 2022
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We are so glad that you are happy and content at Dounemount. Thank you for your review.
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Review from J J (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 24 February 2022
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Thank you for your kind words. We are glad you always receive a warm welcome and are happy with the care your loved one receives.
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Review from F P (Daughter of Resident) published on 13 January 2022
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Reply from Louise Queen, Home Manager at Dounemount Care Home
Thank you so much for your review! We are glad you are happy with the care we provide. The car park is part of our environmental action plan, although our focus is on internal renovations at present.
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Review from A G (Son of Resident) published on 13 January 2022
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Thank you for the lovely review! We are glad you are happy with all the care Mum receives.
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Review from Anna M (Sister of Resident) published on 18 June 2021
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Reply from Sarah Whyte, Home Administrator at Dounemount Care Home
Hi Anna, thank you very much for taking the time to lodge your positive feedback. The team have worked especially hard during COVID and deserve the recognition, so I will certainly pass on the lovely feedback, best wishes.
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Review from Alexander C (Son of Resident) published on 4 June 2021
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Hi, it was lovely to welcome you back into the care home and thank you, on behalf of myself and our team at Dounemount, for taking the time to share your appreciation.
I will, of course, pass it on to all of our team, so they know how grateful and thankful you are for all their care and support. We hope to see you again soon.
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Review from Claire M (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 20 May 2021
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Hi Claire,
Thank you for taking the time to share your lovely feedback. We are delighted that your loved one is happy in our care and that you are so satisfied with the way in which we are looking after her. We will share your fantastic feedback with all our Dounemount team, so they know how grateful and thankful you are for all their care and support.
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Review from Donald T (Son of Resident) published on 6 December 2019
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Thank you, Donald, for taking the time to leave us your feedback regarding Dounemount Care Home. All of the staff are committed to providing the best possible care experience for all of our residents and we are disappointed to hear that you feel this has not happened in your case. We are very sorry to hear of the concerns that you have raised and would welcome the opportunity to discuss these in more detail. Please could we ask that you kindly contact the Home Manager or Regional Manager for the care home in the first instance or alternatively the link to our complaints information is https://www.fshc.co.uk/feedback-on-our-homes/ where additional contact information is provided. We look forward to hearing from you.
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Review from B R (Daughter of Resident) published on 24 September 2019
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Thank you for your kind comments about our Care team. We appreciate you taking the time to leave feedback for Dounemount Care Home. We understand how upsetting it must have been, and are so pleased you felt that our team lived up to expectation and treated your mother with dignity and the compassion she deserved during her time at our home. We hope that her time at Dounemount did see some friendships flourish with both the Care team and residents. Thank you again.
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Review from Donna A (Daughter of Resident) published on 12 June 2018
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Thank you, Donna, for your comments about your recent experience at Dounemount Care Home. Our residents’ wellbeing is our main priority and it is great to hear that you were so pleased with the quality of our care. We always appreciate individuals taking the time to give their feedback and we are very pleased to hear that your experience was so positive. All of our staff are committed to providing the best possible care experience for all of our residents and it is very rewarding to have their efforts recognised.
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Review from M M (Daughter of Resident) published on 2 May 2018
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Thank you for sharing your experience with Dounemount Care Home. We always appreciate individuals taking the time to give their feedback and we are very pleased to hear that your experience was so positive. All of our staff are committed to providing the best possible care experience for all of our residents and it is very rewarding to have their efforts recognised.
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Review from William P (Resident) published on 25 August 2016
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The Review Score of 9.8 (9.830) out of 10 for Dounemount Care Home is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.
a) The Average Rating is 4.8 out of 5 from 16 Reviews in the last 24 months.
b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 16 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.
The maximum Review Score for a Care Home is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:
a) 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months.
The Average Rating of 4.830 for Dounemount Care Home is calculated as follows: ( (157 Excellents x 5) + (30 Goods x 4) + (1 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 188 Ratings = 4.83
b) 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5').
The 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Dounemount Care Home is based on 16 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:
The 5 points available are broken down as follows:
i) 4 points are available for the first 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 4
ii) 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the registered maximum number of service users in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Care Home registered for a maximum of 50 service users has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 34 registered maximum number of service users is 6.8, which has been reached with 16 Positive reviews. Points = 1
When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
If a Care Home does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.
Date: 26 Sep 2023
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Job Title: Home Manager
Joined: 2021
Holds an SVQ4 and a Leadership and Management qualification.
Job Title: Clinical Deputy Manager
Joined: 2024
Tom joined the Dounemount Team in October 24 as Clinical Deputy Manager. Coming from a nursing back ground he has years of experience.
Tom has fitted in very well since starting with us, if you have any questions or queries he will be happy to help.
Job Title: Administrator
Joined: 2023
Julie has Several years of experience in Administration-based roles, always happy and willing to help out.
Job Title: Clinical Lead
Joined: 2020
Registered General Nurse with years of knowledge and experience.
Job Title: Registered Nurse
Joined: 2019
Registered Nurse with specialised experience in Mental Health. Currently undergoing master's qualification.
Job Title: Registered Nurse
Joined: 2023
Registered Nurse with mental health experience.
Job Title: Registered Nurse
Joined: 2013
RGN with years of experience. Night-shift Nurse at Dounemount.
Job Title: Registered Nurse
Joined: 2022
Registered Nurse with mental health experience. Works Night-shift pattern at Dounemount.
Job Title: Team Lead
Joined: 2014
Holds Medication Management and SVQ level 3 qualifications.
Job Title: Senior Carer
Joined: 2024
Steph joined us as Senior Carer in 2024, she holds her SVQ3.
Job Title: Senior carer
Joined: 2021
Isla holds an SVQ level 3 and medication management.
Job Title: Activity Co-ordinator
Joined: 2020
Denise has oversight of the residents' activities and planning events within the home.
Job Title: Head Chef
Joined: 2024
Mark came to Dounemount as Head chef in 2024. Making all these delicious foods for the residents to enjoy, and also looking at the like and dislikes of what each resident.
Job Title: Home Cook
Joined: 2011
Jane works in the kitchen making a range of delicious foodstuffs for the residents of Dounemount.
Job Title: Kitchen Assistant
Joined: 2006
Shona works in the kitchen alongside the Cook.
Before starting her shift every morning she goes and says hello to all the residents & Staff.
Job Title: Kitchen Assistant
Joined: 2012
Zaneta works in the kitchen alongside the Cook.
Job Title: Housekeeper
Joined: 2023
Claire is our head of the department and has many years of experience.
Job Title: Domestic Assistant
Joined: 2020
Michelle works in Dounemount ensuring that the rooms and communal areas are kept clean and tidy.
Job Title: Domestic Assistant
Joined: 2003
Frances works with the domestic team at Dounemount keeping the bedrooms and communal areas clean and tidy.
Job Title: Domestic Assistant/Laundry Assistant
Joined: 2011
Monika works evenings in the laundry and also across the floor as a domestic.
Job Title: Laundry Assistant
Joined: 2006
Heather works in the Laundry at Dounemount.
Job Title: Laundry Assistant
Joined: 2022
Jane works in the Laundry at Dounemount.
Job Title: Care Assistant
Joined: 2014
Chloe has been at Dounemount for Nearly 10 years, a great team player.
Holds an SVQ 2, always willing to help.
Job Title: Care Assistant
Joined: 2019
Karen has been at Dounemount since 2019 working as a care assistant, previously working as Activities at the home.
Job Title: Care Assistant
Joined: 2021
Carrie works as a care assistant here at Dounemount,
Also helps out with residents' outings.
Job Title: Care Assistant
Joined: 2016
Daisy has worked at Dounemount for several years. Holds her SVQ2, always willing to help around the home.
Also is a dab hand at looking after the animals that live in the care home, the Cat " Meadow ", the budgies & the goldfish.
Job Title: Care Assistant
Joined: 2015
Corrine has been employed by Dounemount for nearly 10 years and holds an SVQ2.
Job Title: Care Assistant
Joined: 2022
Iona is a night carer here at Dounemount.
Job Title: Care Assistant
Joined: 2022
Amrita is a night carer here at Dounemount.
Job Title: Care Assistant
Joined: 2018
Emma has been part of the Team at Dounemount since 2018, holds her SVQ 2, and works as a night carer.
Job Title: Care Assistant
Joined: 2021
Beth works as a care assistant at Dounemount and holds her SVQ2