Location
Care Provider
Castleview Day Service
Castleview Day Service
97 Glasgow Street
Ardrossan
01294 468560
Louise Andrew@north-ayrshire.gov.uk
http://www.north-ayrshire.gov.uk
Overview
Day Services provides Day Care for older people aged 65 and over. It offers a homely therapeutic environment.
The aim of Day Service for Older People is to provide a safe, flexible, therapeutic and homely environment for service users, their families and significant others, according to their assessed needs. To provide the highest possible quality social care and act in the best interest of people, by maximising their independence and helping them participate fully in their family and community. Our aspiration is to secure a lasting change in culture and a better quality of life for all North Ayrshire people.
It is the aim of the service to work in partnership with service users, their families and significant others to promote the physical, intellectual, emotional and social wellbeing of the service users, taking into consideration the needs of the individual and those of the group.
Competent, trained staff will support service users and meet their assessed needs, according to Social Services policies and procedures
North Ayrshire Council is committed to the promotion and protection of the health and safety of service users and staff. There are policies and procedures within Day Service, which promote and comply with current health and safety legislation.
Service Description
Castleview Day Service is purpose built and light and airy. It is on the ground floor and has easy access for less able people and wheelchair users. Handrails and pull cords are provided in the toilets for people with poor mobility. The main sitting area is a pleasant room which is also used for activities. There is a quiet relaxation room which is also used for activities. The building also includes a large open plan area which is used for various activities and this includes a dinning room where lunch is served and a kitchen area. We offer a wide range of person centred therapeutic activities, which you can participate in. Activities are avaialble to suit individual assessed needs.
Costs
£11.25 per day There is one overall charge for day Services. This charge is dependent on individual circumstances and a financial assessment being carried out.
Duration
Mon – Fri 9:00am – 4:30pm
Resources and Amenities
Castleview Day Service provides 16 places Monday, Tuesday and Thursday for frail elderly and twelve places Wednesday and Friday for people with a cognitive impairment. Our highly motivated trained staff team consists of 1 Senior Day Care Officer 4 Day Care Officers 1 Bus Driver 1 Escort We offer a nutritious menu with choices available for each meal. Individual dietary requirements are catered for. Light snacks and refreshments are also available throughout the day.
Accessibility
Castleview is situated within walking distance to the local shops and community facilities. Castleview is a large modern purpose built building which has been adapted to suit the needs of older people. The building is all on ground floor level and has access for less able people and wheelchair users. Handrails are provided in the toilets for people with poor mobility. All areas are suitable for service users who require to use a wheelchair.
Areas Covered
- Ardrossan
- Saltcoats
- West Kilbride
Opening Days
- Friday
- Monday
- Thursday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
Opening Times
- Mon - Fri | 9.00am - 4.30pm
