FAQs

Our care plans are tailored to each individual and are assessed regularly to ensure that they continue to fulfill residents’ needs and requirements if a resident’s care needs change. We recognise that people’s health and well-being demands change over time, therefore our care is tailored to adapt to this. We work with each resident and their family members to create a personalised care plan that is ideal for them.

Residential care at Cumbrae Lodge provides full-time accommodation and 24-hour support for residents who need help with personal care, daily tasks, or mobility. Nursing care also offers round-the-clock support but includes the added expertise of registered nurses who can provide medical care and manage more complex health needs at any time. Click here for more information about the differences between Residential Care and Nursing Care.

At Cumbrae Lodge Care Home, we support residents’ overall well-being by providing personalised care that eases the daily challenges of personal care, mobility, and health needs. Our range of facilities and activities helps residents stay mentally, physically, and emotionally engaged, whether through socialising, learning new skills, enjoying hobbies, or simply relaxing. We encourage every resident to live life their way while feeling supported and valued.

Yes, Cumbrae Lodge Care Home provides palliative care for residents approaching the end of life. We aim to make these final days or weeks as comfortable and dignified as possible while offering support and guidance to family members throughout this time.

At Cumbrae Lodge Care Home, we ask for a 28-day notice period if a resident receiving long-term care plans to move out. Our caring team is available around the clock to support residents and their families during this transition and to answer any questions.

Cumbrae Lodge Care Home offers a variety of facilities designed to enhance residents’ daily lives. These include a professional hair and beauty salon, comfortable communal lounges, private and communal dining areas, and an engaging activities programme. Residents can also enjoy our garden café and expansive landscaped gardens, perfect for relaxation, socialising, and pursuing hobbies. Every facility is designed with comfort, convenience, and wellbeing in mind.

At Cumbrae Lodge Care Home, our dedicated chefs create varied seasonal menus with fresh, nutritious meals served daily. We cater to all dietary requirements, ensuring residents can enjoy food that meets their needs and preferences. Meals can be enjoyed in our welcoming dining areas, in the privacy of residents’ own rooms, or even outdoors in the garden during the warmer months. For special occasions, we also have a private dining room where residents can share meals with family and friends.

At Cumbrae Lodge, our dedicated Activities Coordinators plan a wide variety of engaging sessions to suit different interests and abilities. Residents can enjoy everything from arts and crafts, gardening, and gentle exercise to film nights, quizzes, games, live entertainment, pamper sessions, and even pet therapy. There’s always something fun and fulfilling to get involved in.

Yes, residents can enjoy regular visits to our on-site hair salon, where a professional hairdresser provides a wide range of services. From simple trims to full styling, our hairdresser helps residents look and feel their best in a comfortable and welcoming setting.

Yes, every bedroom at Cumbrae Lodge features its own private en-suite wet room, complete with a toilet, sink, and shower. This allows residents to enjoy comfort, convenience, and privacy within their own personal space.

Yes, absolutely. At Cumbrae Lodge Care Home, we encourage residents to personalise their rooms with cherished items from home. Whether it is family photographs, treasured ornaments, or a favourite armchair, these touches help create a familiar and comforting space. Making a room truly feel like home can bring great comfort and make the transition into care much easier.

Yes. Cumbrae Lodge Care Home in Irvine is regularly inspected by the Care Inspectorate to ensure we maintain the highest standards of care, safety, and wellbeing for all residents.

Absolutely. We invite prospective residents and their families to visit Cumbrae Lodge Care Home to see the facilities, meet our team, and get a feel for life here before making a decision. Please get in touch to book your personalised tour of our facilities.

Pets may be welcomed at Cumbrae Lodge Care Home depending on the needs and allergies of other residents. Please contact the team to discuss your situation and see what arrangements can be made.

Prospective residents at Cumbrae Lodge Care Home can arrange a trial stay, typically for up to four weeks, to experience daily life in our home before making a permanent move. This allows residents and their families to get a true sense of the care, support, and community we provide. Please get in touch to schedule a trial period, or book a tour to view our facilities.

There are different methods for paying care home fees. If the individual has been assessed as having eligible care needs and limited financial resources, the local authority may cover part of their care home fees. The amount of funding will depend on the individual’s means.

If someone is having financial difficulties, we want to be able to help you in any way we can, whether that’s looking at different finance options. Speak to our team about how we can support you.

All fees related to the care agreement will remain in place until 3 days after death. During this period, loved ones are required to remove all personal items from the room.

Get in touch with our team for more information.

If your care home fees cost more than what your local council is willing to pay, someone else can make up the difference between that figure and the home’s fee, such as a family member.

In Scotland, care home fees are assessed based on an individual’s income and assets. The Scottish Government has a system in place for assessing an individual’s ability to pay for their care home fees, which is based on the principle of “fair and affordable contributions.”

The assessment process takes into account an individual’s income, savings, and capital assets, such as property and investments. The amount of contribution that is expected to be made towards the care home fees is calculated based on these factors.

If an individual’s income and assets are below a certain threshold, they may be eligible for financial assistance from the Scottish Government to help pay for their care home fees. The government may pay some or all of the care home fees, or provide a contribution towards them. Get in touch with the team for more information

Fees will be reviewed annually, and any change will be advised at least 4 weeks in advance of any change taking effect.

The current fee uplift is effective in April each year.

For further information, please contact us.