Beechvale Nursing Home

35 Beechvale Road, Killinchy, Newtownards BT23 6PH
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9.9 57 Reviews
  • Beechvale Nursing Home, Newtownards
Beechvale is an award winning nursing home set in ten acres of gardens, woodland and surrounding fields. Beechvale was recognised as a Top 20 care home in Northern Ireland by carehome.co.uk in 2020, the leading care home review website.

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 or your loved ones. Beechvale’s success is built on its widespread reputation as being a good and caring home.

In 2016, the home was beautifully refurbished and extended in a tasteful and homely manner, furnished with the latest equipment and aids to make life as easy and comfortable for its 50 residents.

Beechvale is perceived as having all the ingredients which contribute to an atmosphere of being a ‘home from home’, something which is not just confined to the building but the interaction of residents, staff, visitors, doctors and the local community.

Just south of Comber, the home is within easy reach of Belfast, Holywood, Bangor and Newtownards and within close proximity to the local towns and villages of Ballygowan, Comber, Crossgar, Saintfield, Carryduff, Ballynahinch, Killyleagh and Downpatrick.

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Care Provided by Beechvale Nursing Home

  • Primary Care Categories
  • Older Person Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Respite Care
  • Care Types Provided
  • Nursing Care
  • For a maximum of 52 Service Users
  • Privately Owned
  • Care Offered
  • AIDS/HIV
  • Alcohol Dependence (past or present)
  • Asperger Syndrome
  • Autism/ASD
  • Bariatric Care/Obesity
  • Cancer Care
  • Cerebral Palsy
  • Colitis & Crohn's Disease
  • COPD/Pulmonary Disease
  • Down Syndrome
  • Epilepsy
  • Head/Brain Injury
  • Hearing Impairment
  • Huntington's Disease
  • Motor Neurone Disease
  • Multiple Sclerosis
  • Muscular Dystrophy
  • Neuropathic
  • Orthopaedic
  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Speech Impairment
  • Spina Bifida & Hydrocephalus
  • Stroke
  • Visual Impairment
  • Other Care Provided
  • Convalescent Care
  • End of Life Care
  • Own GP if required
  • Palliative Care
  • Physiotherapy

Good to Know

  • Owner
  • Beechvale Nursing Home Ltd
  • Person in charge
  • Filipe Ferreira (Manager)
  • Admission Criteria
    • Ages 65+
  • Room Information
    • Single Rooms (46)
    • Couples/Companion Rooms (3)
    • Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (20)
    • Couples/Companion Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (3)
  • Care Home Design/Build
    • Purpose Built: Yes
    • Last Refurbishment: 2020
    • Number of floors: 2

Funding & Fees Guide for Beechvale Nursing Home

  • Funding Types Accepted
  • Self funding (Private)
  • Local Authority with Top-Up
  • Local Authority
  • NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) Funding

  • Fees increase annually in April.

Facilities

  • Close to Local shops
  • Gardens
  • Lift
  • Near Public Transport
  • Own Furniture if required
  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access
  • Television point in own room
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Visiting

  • Visiting 11am to 10pm. Meal times are protected 12.20-1.30pm and 4.30-5.30pm. Activities 2.45pm-4.30pm.


  • Parking

  • 2 carparks available


Beechvale Nursing Home Reviews (57)

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Beechvale Nursing Home has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.933) out of 10, based on 14 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Beechvale Nursing Home has 57 reviews.

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Review from Gill S (Daughter of Resident) published on 20 September 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Beechvale Nursing Home has a warm, welcoming atmosphere from the minute you enter.
It provides friendly, resident-centred care to not only the residents but the staff also look out for the families, especially the 'partners'.
My Mum is treated with dignity and respect and she feels safe here.


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activities co-ordinator organises fun activities to stimulate minds and bodies.
We are grateful to have found this haven for our mother.

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Review from Aileen B (Niece of Resident) published on 20 September 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I find the staff very caring and helpful and fun. They are very patient with my uncle who can quite often be confused and very verbal to them.
I have been present at meal times and have observed his meals which have to be mashed/pureed. He eats very well.
His mind is getting more confused but staff
are all very good with him.

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Review from Mary G (Friend of Resident) published on 14 September 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Friendly, welcoming team and staff.
Approachable and visible.
Willing to listen and helpful.
Kind and caring.

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Review from Rosemary M (Daughter of Resident) published on 14 September 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother has just recently become a resident of this very homely and friendly care environment. The staff have been very welcoming to both mum and me and have helped us 'both' to settle and adjust. Mum loves the garden and her 'wee seat' at the front door, so she can people watch and look out at the
garden. She was reluctant initially to take part in any activities, but thanks to a very engaging activities co-ordinator, mum is now joining in and particularly enjoys the music and quiz activities. Thanks to all at Beechvale.

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Review from Lorraine B (Daughter of Resident) published on 6 September 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My father has been at Beechvale now for just over a year. He has received very good in that time from nurses and carers. The medical attention he has required recently has been professional and attentive. There are daily activities and he enjoys the variety of these each week. My father has a very good
appetite and he certainly enjoys the good and frequent snacks provided. Beechvale is a friendly, welcoming home that feels like a home from home.

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Review from Helen M (Daughter of Resident) published on 5 September 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My father has been in Beechvale Nursing Home for six months and the care he has received has been outstanding in every respect. The ambience of the home is just beautiful. It is welcoming, warm and friendly. All the staff are excellent and everyone plays their role beyond the call of duty, treating
the residents with respect, dignity and great care. They know my father so well and do everything in their power to ensure his comfort, peace and well being. The activities organised in the home are stimulating, innovative and seek to cater for individual needs and interests. Communication is excellent and as a family, we feel bless our father is here.

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Review from Linda C (Daughter of Resident) published on 3 September 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I have been impressed with the person-centred attention that dad has received from all the staff at this home. They are excellent at trying out different strategies to help him with everyday tasks and allowing him to have as much independence as possible. They have also been extremely supportive of
us as a family and I have complete confidence in the care that they provide. They have created a bright and friendly environment and are very inclusive of family members. Dad is very settled and we enjoy visiting him in his new home. I would highly recommend this home to others.

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Review from Yvonne G (Daughter of Resident) published on 17 April 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

My mother has been in Beechvale just over one year. Her experience and that of the family has been, in the main, satisfactory. Concerns have been raised where necessary and generally acted on, however, there have been occasions when we felt it took too long for issues to be addressed. Mum is not overly
happy with her meals and whilst the food is of a satisfactory standard, concerns are that what she orders is not always what she gets. Her bed is clean and tidy, she is clean and tidy and in general, we are satisfied with her care. Understaffing is an issue.

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Review from D B (Daughter of Resident) published on 15 March 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother has been in Beechvale Nursing Home for over two years. She has a lovely room at front of the home. It is well furnished to her needs. The staff are very caring and professional. Her meals are pureed and are very varied. She is able to sit in the main lounge and enjoy the activities even though
she cannot join in. Overall I am happy with my Mum's care.

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Review from Gwyn W (Wife of Resident) published on 20 February 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My experience at Beechvale Nursing Home has been very positive at all times. Their communication skills are excellent, cleanliness, medical and personal care are outstanding and thorough. The staff are all of a very high calibre and create an atmosphere of friendliness, welcome and willingness. They
are always pro-active and professional achieving an excellent standard of care.

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Review from A K (Daughter of Resident) published on 30 January 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Having used Beechvale for respite, I had no reservations asking for a permanent place for my mother. It is very clean and the care that my mother receives is excellent. There is a great atmosphere and everyone seems to be very happy there. I would happily recommend Beechvale Nursing Home.

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Review from W L (Daughter of Resident) published on 26 January 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I contacted Beechvale regarding respite care for my father following an illness and time spent in hospital. The manager responded quickly to the request and within a day my Dad was able to go to Beechvale. He received excellent care, with very friendly and competent staff. The food and care he received
was excellent and the nursing staff were able to advise on his medication and ensure he was medically and physically fit to go home.

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Review from Alan M (Son of Resident) published on 26 January 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I would have no hesitation in recommending Beechvale Nursing Home, in fact, I already have done!


The care and attention which has been given to my father has been exceptional.


The Christmas activities were terrific and kept my father amused and involved.


Thanks to all the staff.


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Review from Nancy A (Wife of Resident) published on 26 January 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I would highly recommend Beechvale Nursing Home. My husband has been there for just over 2 years now and is still happy with the care he is getting. He has dementia and at times, can be difficult, but the nurses are very patient and understanding with him which means a lot. Food is home cooked and of
a high standard. The manager is very approachable and if there are any problems she gets it sorted out quickly.

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Review from M G (Daughter of Resident) published on 26 January 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Beechvale is an excellent nursing home offering a warm loving atmosphere. All staff deliver good care with continuing high standards in all areas. My mum is treated with dignity, respect and compassion and her wishes are fully respected. As a daily visitor, I can see that everyone is well cared for.

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Review from Debbie M (Daughter of Resident) published on 20 January 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother initially went in for respite on 19/12/17. She had fallen and her eyesight was failing so due to her deterioration, was unable to live independently any longer.
She initially was very apprehensive but once she got settled, she is really enjoying her time in Beechvale. She has made friends
and is getting involved in daily activities.
We are so delighted with the fabulous staff in Beechvale who have welcomed her from the start. Due to our family circumstances, we are extremely delighted that our mother is now in a safe environment and is happy and would not hesitate in recommending this care home.

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Review from Marie C (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 22 May 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

My mother-in-law has been a resident in Beechvale since February 2013. During that time the care has been excellent, even during the difficult time when, under new management, there was an extensive building programme undertaken.


The property is now modern and bright and recent staffing problems

have obviously been resolved, resulting in a good atmosphere. The girl in charge of activities is extremely caring and excellent.

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Review from Nial W (Son of Resident) published on 29 March 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother spent six years in Beechvale, she was always very well looked after, very clean and despite being bedbound for several years she never had any pressure sores. The staff are all very caring and friendly, there is a very good atmosphere in the home. There is a wide range of activities suitable
for the range of abilities.

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Review from S B (Daughter of Resident) published on 28 March 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother has been a resident of Beechvale Nursing Home for over 5 years and has always been treated with care. I have always found the staff friendly and approachable and nothing is ever a problem for them. The staff work hard and treat everyone with patience and care and are to be commended for their
hard work. The home has recently been extended and existing rooms and facilities are refurbished to a high standard.

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Review from W H (Niece of Resident) published on 28 March 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

From the moment I walked into Beechvale Nursing Home home to view the home for my aunt I was really impressed with the decor, cleanliness and warm feel in the home. The owners and staff are so friendly, hardworking and most importantly caring and look after my aunt (who has dementia and is now unable
to walk) with the attention to detail and support she deserves. I never thought my aunt who is so used to living on her own would ever settle in a home but she loves the home cooking, fun and friendships she has made at Beechvale Nursing Home. Thank you for the comfort of knowing my aunt is happy and so well cared for.

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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.933)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.933) out of 10 for Beechvale Nursing Home is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 14 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 14 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 4.933 for Beechvale Nursing Home is calculated as follows: ( (154 Excellents x 5) + (11 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 165 Ratings = 4.933

  • 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 Beechvale Nursing Home is based on 14 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 52 registered maximum number of service users is 10.4, which has been reached with 14 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.

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Kathie

Kathie Walker

Job Title: Manager

Joined: 2017

Kathie is our exceptional manager at Beechvale Nursing Home. Graduating with a first-class honours degree in nursing from Queens University in 2009, she has been a dedicated healthcare professional since then. With a diverse background that includes working in nursing homes and as a care manager for the South Eastern Trust, she brings a wealth of experience and expertise to her role.


Since 2017, Kathie has been leading the team at Beechvale Nursing Home with unwavering enthusiasm and passion. Her commitment to providing the best care possible is evident as she wholeheartedly dedicates herself to creating the Big Beechvale Family, where everyone is cherished and embraced. Kathie firmly believes in the significance of engaging in activities for the residents, and her efforts have yielded remarkable results, enriching the lives of those under her care.


With Kathie at the helm, Beechvale Nursing Home is a place where compassion, love, and inclusion flourish, making it a true home for all its residents. Her dedication and focus on enhancing the residents' lives make her an invaluable leader in the healthcare community


Filipe

Filipe Ferreira

Job Title: Deputy Manager

Joined: 2018

Filipe Ferreira is our esteemed Deputy Nurse Manager at Beechvale Nursing Home. Joining our big Beechvale family in 2018, Filipe brings with him a wealth of invaluable experience gained from his time in A&E, making him a true asset to our team.


As an expert in his field, Filipe's dedication to delivering the highest quality care to all our residents is truly commendable. His genuine compassion shines through in every aspect of his work, ensuring that each individual under his care receives the utmost attention and support.


A firm believer in continuous improvement, Filipe is committed to lifelong learning, keeping himself updated with the ever-changing world of healthcare. This commitment to staying current with the latest developments and best practices makes him an indispensable resource in providing cutting-edge care to our residents.


With Filipe as our Deputy Nurse Manager, Beechvale Nursing Home is enriched with his expertise, compassion, and dedication, making it a place where residents receive the utmost care and support they truly deserve.