Kingsland Care Centre

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252A Seacliffe Road, Bangor, Northern Ireland, BT20 5HT | Tel: 028 9127 3867

 

Situated in the seaside resort of Bangor, Kingsland Care Centre offers excellent care for the elderly on a permanent or respite basis, delivered by highly trained professionals.

Set in its own grounds overlooking Ballyholme Bay, the centre is just half a mile from Bangor town. It is arranged over 2 floors and has been purpose built to a high standard.

We recognise that our residents are individuals and it is important that they maintain their independence. Our skilled staff treat residents with dignity, privacy and respect, offering them as much independence as possible. We want them to continue to enjoy their favourite pastimes in their new home.

There is plenty to do and our activities therapist puts together a full programme which is adapted to suit the needs of our residents. Activities include quizzes, sing-alongs, reminiscence therapy, indoor games, art and craft, baking and, wherever possible, trips out and about.

Friends and family are also welcome at any time and hot drinks and snacks are always available. Our cook prepares three nutritious meals a day and the menu changes regularly to reflect seasonal produce. Special diets are catered for.

If you would like a tour of Kingsland Care Centre or want to chat about the care we offer please get in touch on 028 9127 3867 or request a call back.

 


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Ruth McKeown – Home Manager Kingsland Care Centre

I qualified as a Registered Mental Health Nurse in 2011 from Magee University.  I began work within the Independent Sector and have a passion for working with frail elderly which started during my early days of nurse training.  The privilege of supporting patients to achieve quality of life through compassionate care brought me a daily sense of achievement.

I joined Larchwood Care in 2015 and progressed to the position of Clinical Lead.  In 2018, I was promoted to the position of Home Manager in Kingsland Care Centre to lead the team of dedicated nursing, care and ancillary staff to develop a “Home from Home” on the beautiful seafront at Ballyholme.

I have developed the staff team to recognise that small things make a big difference when residents come to live in nursing care.  In Kingsland, the activities coordinator brings stimulation and enjoyment to each of the residents and working with local community groups provides a vibrant entertainment and events programme.  The Home takes pride in offering a diverse and nutritious menu with home baking and tasty treats at mealtimes and throughout the day.

Outside of work, I enjoy travelling, volunteering for local services, and spending time around the north coast with my two dogs.

At a Glance

Key Services

  • Palliative Care
  • Convalescent Care
  • Dementia Care (early stages)
  • Respite Care
  • Physical Disability Care

Specialist Care Areas

  • Cancer Care
  • Epilepsy
  • Hearing Impairment
  • Huntington’s Disease
  • Motor Neurone Disease
  • Multiple Sclerosis

Facilities

  • A patio area at the entrance of the building
  • 39 decorated single rooms (some with sea views)
  • 2 large single rooms (en-suite)
  • 2 dining rooms
  • 4 lounges with views over Ballyholme Bay
  • 2 bathrooms and 4 large shower rooms
  • 10 additional toilets
  • A lift and gentle ramp to allow access
  • All rooms are suitable for wheelchair users
  • Own GP if required
  • Close to local shops and public transport
  • Television points in rooms

 

Testimonials
We really wanted to find somewhere close to home for mum where she would be surrounded by familiar sights and views. Kingsland Care Centre with its views of Ballyholme Beach made my mum feel comfortable straight away. She can still enjoy walks along the beach and is not too far away from family and friends.
My father has dementia and has been happily living at Kingsland Care Centre for the last 3 years. I have to say the staff, especially the manager, have been great. Their continuing support to both my dad and my family has been overwhelming.

Larchwood Care (NI) Limited
First Floor
Unit 16 Crescent Industrial Estate
Ballinderry Road
Lisburn
BT28 2GN

Tel: 028 92 669 360

8th January 2021

Dear (Next of Kin),

Following the announcement on the 7 January 2021 by the Northern Ireland Executive to implement an enforceable lockdown of all non-essential travel and movement within the province, Larchwood Care NI have reflected upon the increasing numbers of COVID positive cases in the general population and the need to increase the protection measures for residents within all Homes.  In line with this new risk assessment all visiting, including care partner arrangements, are being cancelled with immediate effect until the end of February.  We recognise the impact that this has upon social contact and encourage all families to make use of virtual and window visits during this period.  Arrangements remain in place to facilitate visits in end of life circumstances and such visits can be arranged directly through the Home Manager with appropriate safety measures put in place.  These new visiting arrangements will be kept under weekly review and will be relaxed earlier if there is evidence that it is safe to do so.  We wish to thank all relatives for their understanding during these difficult times.

Yours sincerely,

 

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Nuala Green

Managing Director