Dargle Valley Nursing Home

Staffing

There was sufficient staff on duty during the inspection to meet residents' needs promptly. Staff had access to robust induction, ongoing training, and appraisals, and felt supported in their roles. Staff interactions with residents were kind and respectful.

Activities

There is a programme of activities suited to residents' interests and abilities, including bingo, music, tennis, walks, and exercise classes. Residents can choose to participate fully, observe, or engage in individual activities like jigsaws or reading. Recent events included a wedding party with reminiscing projects.

Food

Residents are offered a choice of meals and where to eat. Meals are served in a nicely set dining room with attentive staff. On inspection day, choices included chicken a la king or liver with potatoes and vegetables, followed by dessert.

Dementia

The centre provides care to residents with dementia and supports their individual needs, but no dedicated or secure dementia unit is described.

Summarised by AI from the HIQA report of 20 August 2025. Check the report for the full picture.Source report (PDF)