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Whether you’re supporting a parent, partner, relative, or close friend, being a carer often means putting their needs first – every single day. But even the most devoted

March was a month of celebration at Westerton Care Home in Bearsden, Glasgow, as residents, families, and staff came together to mark two meaningful occasions – International Women’s

At Westerton Care Home, we’re always looking for ways to bring a wee bit of extra joy to our residents, and our recent pet therapy sessions have done

Westerton Care Home is excited to breathe new life into its café, transforming it into a vibrant social space for residents, relatives, and the community. Once a forgotten

At Westerton Care Home, we know it’s the wee things in life that mean the most—especially when it comes to love and family. And if there’s one couple

There’s no doubt that moving to a care home is a huge transition, and we understand that it can feel difficult to find your place in a new

At Westerton Care Home in Glasgow, we’re proud to celebrate the incredible contributions of our staff through our Celebrating Company Values initiative. Every month, we take a moment

When we think about care homes, our minds naturally go to nursing care or the support provided to residents. However, one important benefit of moving into a care

The trip to Blair Drummond Safari Park wasn’t just about a day out—it was designed to give the residents something fresh and exciting to look forward to. At

At Westerton Care Home, supporting our residents’ active, enriched lives is central to everything we do. Our recent trip to the 2024 Senior Sporting Games was a testament

As the Home Manager at Westerton Care Home in Bearsden, Glasgow, I’ve had the privilege of witnessing firsthand the transformative power of specialised dementia care. It is a

Residents at Westerton Care Home in Bearsden are getting their hearts pumping and spirits lifted with the introduction of weekly online exercise classes from Burns Gym. This new

This month, Westerton Care Home has enthusiastically embraced the CAPA (Care About Physical Activity) initiative, providing an array of activities designed to keep residents active and engaged. From

We recently celebrated Glad to Care Week, a dedicated time to honour and appreciate the exceptional care provided within the home. Throughout the week, both staff members and

For a lot of people, no matter the circumstance, the decision to move someone out of their family home or even their own home into a care home

Dementia, a condition impacting cognitive functions like memory and speech, necessitates thoughtful care and engagement. Those affected by dementia deserve to continue living fulfilling lives. Understanding Dementia Dementia

We’re celebrating the remarkable journey of Mrs H, from visitor to resident, as she defies the odds with the unwavering support of the staff. Mrs H initially stepped

In an effort to enhance the wellbeing and recreational activities of our residents, we arranged a refreshing visit to the hydrotherapy pool at Allander Leisure Centre. Recognising the

In a great display of community spirit and initiative, students from the local academy have come together to revamp the outdoor patio at Westerton Care Home, creating a

When someone you love or care for has signs of dementia it can become overwhelming, especially if their case is becoming more complex, affecting their mental capacity. From

Here at Westerton Care Home, we hosted a heartwarming Valentine’s Day celebration, spreading love and joy throughout the community. In a thoughtful gesture, residents were given the opportunity

Here at Westerton Care Home, we’re passionate about making sure our residents get the most out of their days, encouraging them to keep busy and do what they

Amidst the festivities at Westerton Care Home, a special focus on pampering residents has taken centre stage in the lead-up to Christmas. Our care home in Bearsden is

Westerton Care Home recently hosted a fun Halloween party, bringing together staff, residents, and their families for an evening of socialising, catching up with loved ones and laughter.

At Westerton, caring for our residents is not just about providing personal care and medical care. It’s also about tending to their emotional and psychological well-being. A heartwarming

We created a beach theme area to Celebrate Oomph National Beach Day. National Beach Day is an annual event that celebrates all the sandy beaches across the UK.

In the United Kingdom, the demand for care homes and nursing homes is on the rise. However, due to care costs ranking among the highest in Europe, it

Residents and staff at Westerton Care Home were invited along to the Riverside Museum. We got the opportunity to feel part of the current cycling event by having

Westerton Care Home took part in Glad to Care Awareness Week which celebrates the high-quality care that the care staff deliver daily to care recipients. Glad to Care

Dementia is a progressive condition that adversely affects an individual’s cognitive abilities, including memory, communication, and decision-making skills. As the disease advances, independent living and the management of

We had a week of celebrations for the Coronation of the King with the main party on Saturday and watching the ceremony live in the Cinema room. Entertainment

At Westerton Care Home, we are delighted to have booked our monthly canal boat trips with the warm weather fast approaching. April was our first outing as the

The provision of Nursing Care can have a significant impact on a person’s quality of life. Whether it involves helping with daily tasks or ensuring the timely administration

At Westerton Care Home, we believe it’s important to celebrate all national holidays and occasions, no matter how big or small.

Providing care home residents with a fun activities programme to enjoy on a daily basis is extremely important, especially when striving to provide them with the best quality

We’ve been here, there and everywhere recently, and our residents here at Westerton Care Home are loving every minute of it! From local supermarket trips to shopping trips

There are many care homes in the UK that provide Residential Care as one of the four main care types including Nursing Care (which includes Palliative Care), Dementia

The gentleman at Westerton visited a local boxing gym and had the time of their lives. A big thank you to North Glasgow ABC Boxing for all their

In June, some of our gentleman residents paid a visit to the Riverside Museum, which is just a short drive from Westerton Care Home. These history aficionados had

What is Speech and Language Therapy?  Speech and Language Therapy is a type of treatment that is given to people of all ages who experience difficulties with aspects

At Westerton Care Home we strive for the best that we can offer to the residents at the home and make sure their mealtime experiences are second to

Management at Westerton Care Home showed their appreciation for all staff on Staff Appreciation Day which took place on March 4th 2022. Staff were given a range of

The ladies at The Westerton Care Home enjoy a well-deserved trip to our Hair Salon and Treatment Room for a coffee and a chat with one another. Our

The Activities Coordinators here at Westerton couldn’t wait to decorate our home for Valentine’s Day. The foyer looked simply stunning with red heart-shaped banners, balloons, roses and other

At the start of December, our residents at Westerton Care Home on Tiree Suite shared how they were missing not having a Chinese takeaway. So our dedicated team

On the 19th of November, the residents and staff at Westerton Care Home celebrated International Men’s Day in style. Our dedicated staff members converted our cafe to a

Everyone here at Westerton Care Home are absolutely thrilled to be partnering with award-winning social enterprise Oomph! to engage residents and staff in a holistic world of wellbeing.

We are delighted to announce our new custom built extension, providing us more space for 19 new residents, is now open! Since Westerton Care Home first opened its

The Care Inspectorate is a scrutiny body which supports improvement. That means they look at the quality of care in Scotland to ensure it meets high standards. Their

Being part of carehome.co.uk means we actively encourage residents and their families to talk about our home and the services we provide which we are extremely proud of.

Before joining the team at Westerton Care Home, Amanda Oxford was studying Health and Social Care at Anniesland College. While working at a call centre in the evenings

In one of our short videos, one of our residents, Nora Liberi, talks about her journey from enjoying a respite stay to becoming a permanent member of the

Shane joined Westerton Care Home in December 2019 as an Administrator, coming to the care industry with an extensive background in retail administration, and delivering first-class customer service.

Our residents have been enjoying regular book group sessions since lockdown first began back in March. Our Activities Team Leader, Lorraine Marshall started the group with a view

On Saturday we held our annual Christmas Fayre at Westerton Care Home. Residents, family and friends enjoyed an afternoon full of games, raffles, entertainment – and a lot

Join us at Westerton Care Home on Saturday 14th December for our annual Christmas Fayre! The fayre runs from 1pm – 3pm and will feature a variety of

Residents from our care home have been having the greatest time with MusicALL and children from Colquhoun Park Primary School. The weekly classes (that run for 10 weeks)

We are seeking to recruit both a full-time and part-time Kitchen Assistant to join our friendly team. Westerton is a custom-built care home, with a newly built extension,

We are looking to recruit full-time Night Carers to join our team. Your main responsibility will be to provide personal care for each resident, attending to their needs

We are pleased to announce that due to demand for places our Bearsden care home is going to be expanding with a custom built extension providing us with

We are seeking to recruit Registered Nurses to join their friendly team. Westerton is a custom-built care home, with a newly built extension, designed to the highest standard

We are delighted to announce we have two finalists in the Scottish Care Awards 2017. Resident and talented artist Nora Liberi, 92, has been nominated for The Resident

The Day the First Minister Came to VisitWe were delighted to welcome the First Minister Nicola Sturgeon to Westerton Care Home this Easter Monday, where she enjoyed a