Residential Care Home in Argyll and Bute

Etive House is a Residential Care Home in Argyll and Bute that provides a range of care services to older people including Residential Care, Dementia Care, and Respite Care at a superior standard for up to 62 residents. Our care home also offers many exceptional onsite facilities and accommodation for residents to enjoy in the comfort of their own home. 

We want our residents to feel encouraged and supported, and to be able to live a life where they can maintain their independence and dignity whilst knowing we are there for them whenever they need us. From participating in arts and crafts afternoons and quiz nights to a spot of gardening in our landscaped gardens and walks around the picturesque Scottish highlands, there is plenty for individuals to fill their days with in and around our care home in Argyll and Bute.

The Care We Provide at Etive House Care Home

At Etive House Care Home, we offer a variety of care services including Residential Care, Dementia Care, and Respite Care. As a residential care home, we offer group living for those who are experiencing feelings of loneliness and seeking companionship. We also provide around-the-clock support to those who struggle to live on their own or maintain a household, including personal care, medication management, and help with communication and mobility.

We are also proud to offer dementia care and respite care at our care home in Argyll and Bute. For those living with dementia, we offer a thoughtfully designed environment, dementia-friendly activities, and 24/7 support. Our care teams have extensive experience in the care sector and are highly trained in dementia care meaning they have the knowledge and expertise to identify the most appropriate level of care that is needed. Our respite care packages are designed to provide caregivers with a short-term solution to care so that they can have a well-deserved break, as well as give those who are in recovery from an illness or injury a place where they can continue their recuperation. 

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Life at Our Care Home in Argyll and Bute

Nestled amongst a natural beauty spot in the Scottish Highlands, Etive House Care Home offers a home environment with idyllic views and a range of high-quality amenities right on our resident’s doorstep. Those living at our care home have their own private rooms which have been beautifully decorated and fitted with an en-suite bathroom amongst other modern amenities. 

We believe in the importance of encouraging our residents to make the most of every day. Our teams go above and beyond to ensure every resident leads lives that are varied and full of opportunities to socialise and pursue new hobbies. Within our home, we have many onsite facilities that we encourage our residents to make full use of, including landscaped gardens, a cinema and hairdresser and nail salon. Our staff members also place a great focus on building relationships with each and every resident and learning all about their interests and preferences. They then work hard to incorporate these into our varied activities programme so that we are always providing our residents with engaging and stimulating activities to do. 

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Choosing the Right Care Home For You 

We understand the challenges that you are faced with when deciding on the right care home for yourself or a loved one. At Etive House Care Home, we invite all prospective residents to have a meeting with our Home Manager where an assessment can be carried out to ensure that we can meet all of their individual needs. We offer our expert advice so that prospective residents and their relatives can make an informed decision. With all of our residents, we create bespoke care plans that takes into consideration their specific medical care, personal care, and wellbeing needs, and these are regularly monitored so residents and their loved ones can rest assured that they are always receiving the care that’s right for them.

Our care home in Argyll and Bute is proud to also be regulated by the Care Inspectorate (CI). The Care Inspectorate is a scrutiny body that accesses health and social care and support services in Scotland to ensure that they are delivering care and support to a high standard and help those services that need improvement. We are delighted to have been awarded an overall ‘Good’ score and our teams continue to strive for the best in all that we do.

Things to do in and around Argyll & Bute

Our care home is fortunately located in the stunning Scottish highlands, making it the perfect tranquil place for older people to relax and explore. Our residents are able to lead an active and pleasant lifestyle thanks to our location, which benefits from both sea and mountain views. Whether it’s with family or friends, Argyll and Bute is never short of places to discover.

We are fortunately situated in the stunningly rural region of Argyll and Bute, an area that encapsulates multiple green spaces, nature reserves and wildlife. Our location lends itself nicely to our residents, who we often encourage to take advantage of the local community by exploring nearby places and getting some fresh air. Some of the more notable places close to our home include McCraigs Tower and Kilchurn Castle which are both great for soaking in the areas rich history, as well as taking in the fantastic views. Rated as the top thing to do in Argyll and Bute by TripAdvisor, Oban Distillery offers a great day out learning about the ins and outs of one of Scotland’s most famed offerings, and is only 15 minutes from Etive House Care Home.

There are lots of tourist attractions within the area that are perfect for taking our residents out on excursions and for their families when they visit. It is a place steeped in history and this is evident from the vast amount of castles, museums and landmarks. Dunollie Museums, Castle and Grounds, Dunstaffnage Castle and Chapel and Oban War and Peace Museum are to name but a few, and offer an interesting insight into the local region, all within 1 hour of our home. No matter whether you’re interested in culture, cuisine or coast and countryside, there is something exciting around every corner in Argyll and Bute.

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Contact Us

Etive House Care Home
Benderloch
Oban
Argyll
PA37 1QW

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