Dalweem is a purpose-built residential unit which provides 24-hour permanent care for those individuals who, for reasons of age or disability, are no longer able to live fully independent lives within the community. We also provide Interim and Respite Placements, subject to availability.
Dalweem strongly promotes a resident's independence and endeavour to maintain this for as long as is possible.
Accommodation
Dalweem has accommodation for up to 16 residents. There are two wings, each comprising of eight bedrooms.
Each unit comprises of its own lounge area and a small kitchen; both of which have tea and coffee making facilities, a toaster, microwave, and fridge.
There are two wing toilets and a bathroom with specialist baths that have chair access. Each bathroom has a separate shower area. These are all equipped with Disabled access facilities.
You will be asked to contribute to your stay. For more information on how your contribution will be calculated, please see our Charging and contributions page.
Professional standards
Dalweem is regulated and inspected by the Care Inspectorate. The purpose of inspection is to ensure that the National Standards for Care Homes for Older People facilities are being upheld. The visiting inspector has the right to access all records, certificates, procedures, and files relating to Dalweem.
Qualified staff
Unit managers are required to hold a relevant professional qualification in either, social work or, a related health care qualification, or the appropriate SVQ Managers are also required to have a relevant management qualification.
Depute managers are required to hold any of the above, or at a minimum of SVQ Level 3 in Care, and an appropriate management qualification.
Social Care staff are expected to either hold or commit to undertake assessment for SVQ Level 2 or 3 in Care, within a specified period of time, for their registration to our professional body the SSSC.
Catering and domestic staff are expected to hold or undertake appropriate training for their role.
All staff are required to undertake appropriate training, (in-house, online, and externally) to develop their skills and knowledge and to comply with professional bodies and registration requirements.
e.g. fire safety, moving and handling, first aid, infection control, risk assessment, dementia, medications, continence management, elementary and intermediate food hygiene.
Criteria for the service
The service is specifically aimed at adults over the age of 65 years. However, there are exceptions to this rule, and we liaise with the Care Inspectorate to agree placements individually once an assessment had been carried out for someone who is under the age of 65 years.
Before anyone receives services at Dalweem, they will be assessed against the Eligibility criteria and appropriate services will be offered where available and applicable..
Referral process
Referrals can be made by anyone with a vested interest i.e., friends, neighbours, relatives, prospective resident, social work/health care staff. The referral in the first instance should be made through the Early Intervention and Prevention team. Prior to services being offered at Dalweem the manager or depute manager will undertake an assessment to ensure that the prospective residents needs can be met fully and safely within Dalweem.
Additional information
Further information can be obtained by contacting or visiting Dalweem, arranging an appointment with the Manager, or Depute managers, or by requesting a brochure.
Copies of Dalweem' s inspection reports are also available on request.
Resident rights
Dalweem has its own Residents' Rights Document available on request. We also have our own resident's group which meets and discusses all aspects of daily living within Dalweem.
Staff training
Our social care staff are expected to undertake SVQ level 2 or 3 as part of their registration requirements.
Other Training undertaken by staff are noted below, but please note that this list is not exhaustive.
- Handling and Moving
- Introduction to Supervision
- Personality Disorder
- Dementia Awareness
- Adult Support and Protection
- Mental Health Awareness
Training needs can also be identified through supervision, or through observations of practice and through the medical/care needs of the residents within the care home so that we can provide highest level of care.
There is a training calendar on eric (our internal computer network). Staff can identify anything they would like to do and ask their Line Manager to put them forward for the course.
There is also online training that all staff are expected to work their way through, on an annual basis.
Telecare
At Dalweem we use a call system for residents to alert us for assistance, we are also starting to look at other forms of Technology Enabled Care (TEC). TEC is a term that covers a range of devices and services that harness developing technology to enable people to live with greater independence and safety. We now have security cameras installed on all emergency exits, with a monitoring system in our main office. This system allows us to identify if someone leaves the care home, and also allows us to monitor who is coming in and out of the building.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Will I be able to keep my own GP?
A: The residents in Dalweem are covered for health care by our local health practice, Aberfeldy Health Centre. Dependant on where you are relocating from, it might not be possible for you to keep the GP/surgery that you were registered with, but if this is possible, we will encourage you to do this.
Q: Can I go on holiday?
A: Should a resident wish to have a holiday with family or friends, their accommodation at Dalweem will be held for a period to be negotiated.
Q: What happens if I am admitted to hospital?
A: Should a resident be admitted to hospital, their accommodation is held for a minimum period of six weeks or longer at the discretion of the Unit Manager. There will then be another assessment carried out by the manager or depute manager to ascertain if we can still meet the resident's needs. This is part of our process and ensures that you receive the best care possible.
Q: What time are meals served?
- Breakfast is served between 8.30am - 09.45am
- Lunch is served between 12.30pm - 1.45pm
- Evening Meal is served between 4.30pm - 5.45pm
Arrangements can be made with staff for residents to have meals out with these times.
Q: Are church services held within Dalweem?
A: A church service will be held on the first Sunday of each month. We will also ask for the local priest to conduct a service once per month. If a resident follows another faith, then we will arrange for a service for them.
Q: Can I go to the hairdressers?
A: Dalweem has a hairdressing salon, and we have a hairdresser that attends every 2nd Thursday. The residents are responsible for paying the hairdresser for this service. If a resident wishes to go out with the building or bring in their own hairdresser, then we will fully support this.
Q: Are laundry services available at Dalweem?
A: Residents personal laundry can be done within our laundry facility at Dalweem. We advise prospective residents to mark and label clothing with their names, to avoid misplacement, but this can be done in house once they arrive. We do not have dry cleaning facilities.
Q: Can I bring my own pets?
A: Pets are welcome, although we do have to consider animal's temperament in relation to people and other resident house pets, and the number of pets already in residence. The decision to have a resident's pet at Dalweem will be at the discretion of the management.
Q: Can I have visitors?
A: There is no restriction on visiting times at Dalweem. Visitors are free to call at any time, providing that it is suitable and agreeable to the resident. The management requests that visitors be mindful of resident's mealtimes and bedtime.
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