Ivybank House
care home

Finding the right care home is a significant decision for any family, and at Ivybank House we want prospective residents, relatives and healthcare professionals to feel informed, listened to and reassured from the very first conversation. Our team is here to answer questions, explain the choices available and help each family understand what daily life at Ivybank House could look like.

Ivybank House Care Home is set in the village of Polmont in Falkirk, Central Scotland, within easy reach of both Edinburgh and Glasgow along the M9 corridor. The 42-bed home provides residential care, nursing care, dementia care, palliative care and respite and short-stay care for older adults, with 24-hour nursing cover on site every day of the year. Our central location means families in Polmont, Grangemouth, Falkirk, Linlithgow, Bo'ness and the surrounding villages can visit easily, whether they are travelling by car or arriving on public transport.

A modern, recently refurbished care home in Polmont

Ivybank House has been fully refurbished to a high specification, giving residents a modern, comfortable environment that still feels warm and homely. All 42 bedrooms are single occupancy with en-suite facilities, and many include disabled-access showers to support residents with reduced mobility. Bedrooms are generously sized and residents are encouraged to personalise their room with photographs, familiar furniture and treasured belongings, so it feels genuinely their own from the first day.

Nursing, dementia, palliative and respite care under one roof

Because Ivybank House offers nursing, dementia, palliative and respite care in the same setting, we can support residents as their needs change over time without the disruption of a move to another home. Each resident has an individual care plan developed with them, their family and the wider clinical team, reviewed regularly and updated whenever circumstances change. Our nurses work alongside the local GP practice and visiting healthcare professionals, including physiotherapy and podiatry, so day-to-day medical needs, medication management and longer-term conditions are all overseen by experienced clinicians.

Specialist dementia care in a familiar environment

Dementia care at Ivybank House is delivered by colleagues who understand that every person living with dementia is different. Care plans focus on the individual - their history, routines, preferences and the things that bring them comfort - rather than the diagnosis alone. The home has been designed with clear signage, contrasting colours and calm, uncluttered spaces to help residents feel oriented and secure, and our activities programme is adapted so that people at every stage of dementia can take part in a way that is meaningful for them.

Respite and short-stay care in Falkirk

Ivybank House provides respite and short-stay care for older adults who need a period of professional support - whether that is following a hospital stay, during a family carer's holiday, or as a trial stay to experience life in the home before making a longer-term decision. Respite guests receive the same standard of nursing, personal care and hospitality as our permanent residents, with a bespoke plan built around their needs for the length of their stay.

Comfortable communal spaces and daily life

The home has five lounge and dining areas across the building, giving residents a choice of quieter reading corners, sociable sitting rooms and larger spaces for events, entertainment and family gatherings. Kitchenettes on each area allow colleagues to make hot drinks, snacks and light refreshments close to where residents are relaxing, so a cup of tea is never far away. Meals are freshly prepared on site by our in-house catering team, with menus designed around resident preferences, seasonal produce and specific dietary or clinical requirements including soft, fortified and modified textures.

Hairdressing, beauty and everyday touches

An on-site hairdressing and beauty salon gives residents the chance to enjoy a hair appointment, manicure or gentle pampering without leaving the home - something that becomes especially important when getting out and about is more difficult. Small, everyday details like these matter at Ivybank House, and our colleagues take the time to notice what makes each resident feel like themselves.

Outdoor spaces to enjoy

Outside, Ivybank House has landscaped outdoor spaces where residents can sit out in warmer weather, take a gentle stroll with a relative or colleague, or simply enjoy fresh air and a change of scene. The outdoor areas are used throughout the year for seasonal events, coffee mornings and quieter one-to-one time, and are accessible for residents using wheelchairs or walking aids.

An engaging activities programme

Life at Ivybank House is designed to feel active, sociable and full of choice. Our activities programme is planned around the interests of the people who live here and includes music, gentle exercise, arts and crafts, quizzes, baking, reminiscence sessions, visiting entertainers and celebrations of key dates in the calendar. Colleagues also arrange smaller group and one-to-one activities for residents who prefer quieter company, and the programme is regularly reviewed with residents and families to keep it fresh and relevant. The wider approach to life at Meallmore is echoed here in Polmont.

Family, visitors and staying connected

Family and friends are central to life at Ivybank House and visitors are welcome throughout the day. There are spaces to sit privately with a relative, share a meal or celebrate a special occasion, and refreshments are always available. Colleagues also help residents stay connected with family who live further afield through video calls, letters, photographs and shared updates, so distance never gets in the way of feeling part of the family.

Trusted care for families in Polmont and Falkirk

For families researching nursing or dementia care in Polmont, Falkirk and the wider Central Scotland area, Ivybank House offers a modern, well-equipped home with 24-hour nursing, experienced colleagues and a full programme of daily life - all within easy reach of Edinburgh and Glasgow. To arrange a visit, request a brochure or talk through what is important to your family, please get in touch with the team at Ivybank House.