Barchester Fordmill Care Home

53 Mill Street, Montrose DD10 8NE
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9.8 141 Reviews
  • Barchester Fordmill Care Home, Montrose
Fordmill Care Home is located in Montrose, a small seaside town between Aberdeen and Dundee. The home, set in extensive grounds, is within walking distance of the town centre and the beach. They provide first-class 24-hour care for older residents. Alongside this, they give specialised support to younger people with a physical disability.

A team of highly-qualified and attentive staff really focuses on the individual needs of residents with a tailored care plan for each person. And their dedication can be seen across the board - in their cooking, hospitality and organised activities for residents.

Care Provided by Barchester Fordmill Care Home

  • Primary Care Categories
  • Dementia
  • Older Person Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Respite Care
  • Sensory Impairment
  • Younger Adults
  • Care Types Provided
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Nursing Care
  • For a maximum of 60 Service Users
  • Privately Owned
  • Care Offered
  • Alzheimer's
  • Cancer Care
  • Colitis & Crohn's Disease
  • COPD/Pulmonary Disease
  • Epilepsy
  • Hearing Impairment
  • Motor Neurone Disease
  • Multiple Sclerosis
  • Muscular Dystrophy
  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Stroke
  • Visual Impairment
  • Other Care Provided
  • End of Life Care
  • Own GP if required
  • Palliative Care

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Aileen Alberts (Senior General Manager)
  • Admission Criteria
    • Ages 18+
  • Room Information
    • Single Rooms (52)
    • Couples/Companion Rooms (4)
  • Care Home Design/Build
    • Purpose Built: Yes
    • Year Purpose Built: 1994
    • Last Refurbishment: 2023
    • Number of floors: 1

Funding & Fees Guide for Barchester Fordmill Care Home

  • Funding Types Accepted
  • Self funding (Private)
  • Local Authority with Top-Up
  • Local Authority
  • NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) Funding
  • Weekly Charges per Person
    • Self-Funded Nursing Care from £2,004
  • This Weekly Fee rate is an indication only of a typical standard fee rate for a resident living in a standard, comfortable room. A final Weekly Fee rate will be confirmed once we have carried out a pre-admission needs assessment, which is required to fully understand the level of care and support required by each individual and to ensure that the care needs of the individual can be met by the Home.


  • (these prices are only a guideline, please contact Barchester Fordmill Care Home to find out the exact price for your requirements)

Facilities

  • Bar/Café
  • Close to Local shops
  • Gardens
  • Lift
  • Minibus or other transport
  • Near Public Transport
  • Own Furniture if required
  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • Residents Internet Access
  • Smoking not permitted
  • Television point in own room
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Parking
  • Visitors car park is located at the front of the building


Barchester Fordmill Care Home Reviews (141)

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9.8

Barchester Fordmill Care Home has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.849) out of 10, based on 53 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Barchester Fordmill Care Home has 141 reviews.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The staff are very friendly and jolly, everyone is made to feel welcome. The care home is one of the best I have visited. (I have entertained at all the care homes in Stonehaven and although they are good, Barchester Fordmill Care Home is really good.) My sister enjoyed her stay and was sorry to move
back home.

Reply from Aileen Alberts, Manager at Barchester Fordmill Care Home

Thank you very much for the kind review, Ronald, your sister was a joy to care for.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Fordmill is a wonderful care home with the kindest, most caring staff. My dad is comfortable, happy and safe at Fordmill. I would most definitely recommend Formill to any family who may be considering finding a care home place for their relatives.

Reply from Aileen Alberts, Manager at Barchester Fordmill Care Home

Thank you for your kind review, Caryn, Dad is a joy to care for.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My father has been a resident in Barchester Fordmill Care Home for over four years now and I have been so pleased with the standard of care on a constant basis. Management and staff are always so friendly and quick to answer/attend to any queries we have at all times. The surroundings are always clean
and tidy and the recent makeover really is impressive. My father loves interacting with the staff and has never appeared dissatisfied or upset with his care. I would thoroughly recommend Fordmill to anyone in the area looking for a residential home for their loved one.

Reply from Aileen Alberts, Manager at Barchester Fordmill Care Home

Thank you for your kind review, Gordon, I'll pass your thanks on to the staff.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

My mum has been in Fordmill Care Home for two weeks respite a few times now. When she needs looking after, apart from me, Fordmill is the next best thing. I know she is well looked after. Most of the staff are very kind and caring. I would have no hesitation in recommending them if you need help in
looking after your loved one. Hope this helps someone.

Reply from Aileen Alberts, Manager at Barchester Fordmill Care Home

Thank you for your kind feedback. Looking forward to seeing Mum again soon.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Respite basis - cannot fault Barchester Fordmill Care Home at all. All the staff took excellent care of my mum catering to her needs, encouraging and worked with her to improve her mobility issues after an illness to enable her to return home.

Reply from Jane Longstaff, Divisional Sales and Marketing Manager – North at Barchester Fordmill Care Home

Thank you for your review. We value all feedback as this helps us to improve our service where required. Thank you also for your positive comments regarding our home and team who work hard to deliver high standards of quality care at all times. I will pass on your feedback to the team.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Fordmill is a wonderful home. The staff are so caring towards the residents. My dad was extremely well looked after and treated with dignity and respect. The decor is so beautiful, making the place feel so homely and there were always smiles on everyone's face when I was visiting my dad. The daily entertainment
and events at Fordmill are exceptional for residents, and visitors who regularly join in too! I would highly recommend Fordmill as a home for anyone who is considering it here as a home for their loved one.

Reply from Jane Longstaff, Divisional Sales and Marketing Manager – North at Barchester Fordmill Care Home

Thank you for your review. We value all feedback as this helps us to improve our service where required. Thank you also for your positive comments regarding our home and team, who work hard to deliver high standards of quality care at all times. I will pass on your feedback to the team.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Fordmill is a lovely home, warm and inviting with a special homely feel. Our Granny is very well cared for here and enjoys the daily activities, the lounge, the spacious bedroom and the hairdresser. We are always made to feel welcome when we visit regularly and we enjoy spontaneous coffee trips out
with Granny, without the huge caring responsibility.
Thank you.

Reply from Jane Longstaff, Divisional Sales and Marketing Manager – North at Barchester Fordmill Care Home

Thank you for your review. We value all feedback as this helps us to improve our service where required. Thank you also for your positive comments regarding our home and team, who work hard to deliver high standards of quality care at all times. I will pass on your feedback to the team.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our mum moved into Fordmill in October. She was known to be difficult but all of the staff have been accommodating and saw to Mum's needs at all times. She was always treated with care and compassion and, whilst she was at the end of life, all staff treated us all with care and compassion and ensured
we were always offered food and drinks. Exceptional.

Reply from Aileen Alberts, Manager at Barchester Fordmill Care Home

Thank you for your kind review, I will pass this onto the staff.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Barchester Fordmill Care Home is an absolutely fantastic place if you or your loved ones need to have that bit of extra care. Staff are plentiful and always have time to discuss the needs of your loved ones with you. They are always willing to go the extra mile to make sure those staying there are happy
and well cared for.
The activities and entertainment that takes place every day are wonderful and residents are encouraged to get involved.
One of the residents that I visit was very timid and since she entered the home, she has gained a lot of confidence which is a direct result of staff at the home empowering her and giving her encouragement.
Meals are fantastic and cups of tea are endless during the day.
It is more like a hotel, than a care home.
I really cannot fault Fordmill in any way. Each and every member of staff deserves credit for the happiness they bring to my friends and also the peace of mind that I have, knowing that they are safe and well looked after.

Reply from Jane Longstaff, Divisional Sales and Marketing Manager – North at Barchester Fordmill Care Home

Thank you for your review. We value all feedback as this helps us to improve our service where required. Thank you also for your positive comments regarding our home and team, who work hard to deliver high standards of quality care at all times. I will pass on your feedback to the team.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

If you or a family member need long-term care, Fordmill is the place to be. All staff are friendly and exceptional at what they do, whether it's housekeeping staff or nursing staff or the maintenance team. My mum is a resident here and is well looked after. She has dementia but feels safe and thinks
of Fordmill as her home. All staff know my mum's name and speak to her like she is a family member. The manager cares for her residents and staff and is regularly seen out and about in the home. She is also approachable and easy to speak to if there is a concern. The activities team are full of enthusiasm and bright ideas. They tailor activities to the resident's needs. I am sure there is no other care home with activities and events as varied as Fordmill. My mum recently had a small surgical procedure and the nursing staff were very caring with her. I have no worries about leaving Mum in the care of Fordmill and it's an exceptional team.

Reply from Aileen Alberts, Manager at Barchester Fordmill Care Home

Thank you for that lovely review. I will pass this onto staff


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I visit twice weekly and always experience very kind, warm, and welcoming staff. The rooms and public areas are always clean. A lovely area in the foyer to enjoy coffee and cake. A special mention to the entertainment team who work tirelessly with new ideas for all the residents.

Reply from Jane Longstaff, Divisional Sales and Marketing Manager – North at Barchester Fordmill Care Home

Thank you for your review. We value all feedback as this helps us to improve our service where required. Thank you also for your positive comments regarding our home and team, who work hard to deliver high standards of quality care at all times. I will pass on your feedback to the team.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Mum has settled in nicely and looks forward to the activities in the afternoon.
Staff are always polite and friendly.
Meals and snacks are lovely with great variety and made on the premises.
Visitors are made to feel welcome and can get a cuppy with homemade baking anytime.

Reply from Aileen Alberts, Manager at Barchester Fordmill Care Home

Thank you for your kind review, I'll pass that onto the staff


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

There is nowhere in the world that I would want my loved one to be cared for. the home and gardens are exceptional. The staff are very friendly. I trust completely that my 94-year-old uncle is given the best of care and treated with dignity. The Head of the Unit is always willing to discuss any problem
and find a solution. The Events Coordinator is such an amazing person. Her dedication to the residents is unbelievable. Her imagination in thinking up new ways to make the residents smile is such a rare quality. She deserves all the accolades that should come her way. They have the perfect manager, making sure that every resident is looked after in the most caring way. While visiting I have seen her interact with the residents in the most caring way. I spread the word about how wonderful a place Fordmill is where everyone is treated with the utmost dignity.

Reply from Aileen Alberts, Manager at Barchester Fordmill Care Home

Thank you for your lovely review, it is very much appreciated and I'll be sure to pass this onto the staff.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mum has been in Fordmill for two years and I have always found the place clean and well managed with excellent staff. I was so pleased for my mum to be in such a nice place and she is happy which is most important to me.

Reply from Aileen Alberts, Manager at Barchester Fordmill Care Home

Thank you for your kind review and I will pass your thanks on to the team.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We have found Fordmill Care Home to be exactly what caring is all about.
Residents are extremely well looked after and provided for. Food and snacks tasty and visitors always offered a cup of tea/coffee. Staff are cheerful, friendly and welcoming. Lots of excellent activities keeping smiles on faces
all round. Visitors always welcome and greeted with a smile.
Family kept informed and included in all aspects of what’s going on.
The online page is full of happy, smiling residents having fun.

Reply from Aileen Alberts, Manager at Barchester Fordmill Care Home

Thank you for your kind review, I'll pass your thanks onto the team.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I am not able to visit often as I live in Edinburgh, but when I do everyone is very helpful. I keep up to date with every event on FB & enjoy seeing all the photos. My Mother in Law is very happy living in the home & as a family we appreciate all you do.

Reply from Aileen Alberts, Manager at Barchester Fordmill Care Home

Thank you for your kind review, I'll pass this onto staff.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Fordmill is a wonderful, caring environment. All the staff work very hard to ensure your loved one is well cared for and happy. My mum has settled in well, I know I don't have to worry about her because she is very well looked after 24 hours a day. I can't recommend Fordmill highly enough.

Reply from Aileen Alberts, Manager at Barchester Fordmill Care Home

Thank you for your kind review it is very much appreciated. I will pass this onto the staff


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Staff were extremely friendly and helpful. They looked after my mum very well.
Lovely people!

Reply from Aileen Alberts, Manager at Barchester Fordmill Care Home

Thank you for your kind review, I'll pass your thanks on to the team.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My dad is staying in the Fordmill Care Home. The staff are professional and polite to both my dad and to visitors, putting everyone at ease. My dad is treated with respect and dignity, and the level of care he receives is excellent. Great areas for relaxing, dining, entertainment/activities, and areas
for socialising. We attended the music band celebrations, the lady who hosted it was fantastic, we had a great afternoon, and we all enjoyed it! Took advantage of the lovely gardens and sat outside with Dad in the sunshine, as staff passed they stopped to chat, so friendly. Highly recommend this lovely care home.

Reply from Aileen Alberts, Manager at Barchester Fordmill Care Home

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Throughout our grans stay at Barchester Fordmill Care Home, she has received the utmost high standard of care. Staff have practised very well, always adapting a person-centred approach. Our gran resided in Fordmill for over three years. Throughout that time, she built some great relationships with the
Fordmill staff team. Meals and visiting were always lovely with visitors being offered beverages. Thank you Fordmill.

Reply from Aileen Alberts, Manager at Barchester Fordmill Care Home

Thank you for your kind review, Gemma, your gran was such a big part of the home and is sadly missed.


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Current Review Score: 9.8 (9.849)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.8 (9.849) out of 10 for Barchester Fordmill 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 53 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 52 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

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 4.849 for Barchester Fordmill Care Home is calculated as follows: ( (538 Excellents x 5) + (75 Goods x 4) + (8 Satisfactorys x 3) + (1 Poors x 2) ) ÷ 622 Ratings = 4.849

  • 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 Barchester Fordmill Care Home is based on 52 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 60 registered maximum number of service users is 12, which has been reached with 52 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.

Performance

Care Inspectorate (CI) Rating

Date: 4 Dec 2024

How well do we support people's wellbeing? Excellent

(6)

How good is our leadership? Very good

(5)

How good is our staff team? Very good

(5)

How good is our setting? Very good

(5)

How well is care and support planned? Very good

(5)

Care Inspectorate is responsible for the registration and inspection of social care services in Scotland.

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Meet the Team (11)

Aileen

Aileen Alberts

Job Title: General Manager

Welcome to Fordmill Care Home; my name is Aileen and I am the General Manager here.


I have previously worked in hospitals in Gloucester and Epping, specialising in neurology and breast cancer. Upon return from the Middle East in 1995, I commenced my career in the care sector. I moved back to Scotland in 2000 to purchase my own care home which I managed with my mother. When my family came along I decided to sell the home and came to work part-time at Fordmill in 2004.


My aim in the home is to ensure residents are happy with the care being provided by the team, and I work closely with the staff to ensure the highest standards are achieved. This is reflected in our Care Inspectorate grades and high recommendations on carehome.co.uk.


Debbie

Debbie Ferreira

Job Title: Home Administrator

Joined: 2020

I have been working for Barchester since January 2020. I deal with all aspects of the administration of the home to ensure it runs smoothly, from invoicing, ordering, recruitment, and setting up contracts, to manning the telephones, there's never a dull day!


I consider myself to be extremely privileged to work in our lovely home with such wonderful people, with wonderful stories to tell and perhaps the most rewarding is when a resident comes into the home on a permanent basis and in no time at all they inform us that this is their home. What greater compliment can Barchester receive?


Julia

Julia Constandache

Job Title: Activities Coordinator

Joined: 2016

I’m Julia and I have been working at Fordmill since December 2016. I really enjoy art and studied Graphic Design & Illustration in Dundee. I love being with people and using my skills to improve their quality of life and bring a smile to their faces through crafts, games and all sorts of other activities.


I plan out the activities, either for groups or individuals, according to specific needs and interests. It’s a real joy to get to know residents and their loved ones and I’m grateful to Barchester for giving me the opportunity to work with them and bring some sunshine into the residents’ lives.


I have been a finalist in the National Care Awards once and twice in the Barchester Care Awards


Marifel

Marifel Talosig

Job Title: Head of Unit

Joined: 2006

I have worked at Fordmill since 2006 and am currently Head of Unit downstairs.


Derek

Derek Henderson

Job Title: Head of Unit

Joined: 2020

I have worked at Fordmill since 2020 and am currently Head of Unit upstairs.


Karen

Karen McGinely

Job Title: Head Chef

Joined: 2023

I am Head Chef and have worked at Fordmill since 2023.


Ann

Ann Wilson

Job Title: Head Housekeeper

Joined: 2005

I have worked at Fordmill since 2005 and oversee housekeeping and laundry.


Christine

Christine Massie

Job Title: Head of Maintenance

Joined: 2002

I have worked at Fordmill since 2002. I am currently Head of maintenance but have also been head of housekeeping.


Lisa

Lisa Harwood

Job Title: Deputy Manager

Joined: 2024

I have worked at Fordmill since 2024 and was previously a student nurse at Fordmill. I am currently the deputy manager overseeing the clinical aspect of the home.


Lesley

Lesley Hay

Job Title: Care Practitioner

Joined: 2004

I have worked at Fordmill since 2004. I am currently supporting Derek upstairs.


Sarah

Sarah Rennie

Job Title: Care Practitioner

Joined: 2011

I have worked with Barchester Health Care since 20011 and currently support Marifel downstairs.