Glendale House sits in South Erradale and looks out over Skye, Rassay, and the Outer Hebrides, so folks get a good view and some peace and quiet while they're there, and it's a small place with only eight units, making it feel homelike and not crowded. The care home runs under Brighter Life Living and gives seniors help with daily tasks like dressing, bathing, and grooming, and staff stay on-site 24 hours a day, 7 days a week in case anyone needs help quickly. The staff also help with medication and health checks and even support folks with diabetes or mental health needs through psychiatric and medication support and offer special dementia and Alzheimer's care, including a dementia waiver, hospice waiver, specialized memory care, and mental wellness programs to help people keep their dignity and live as well as they can.
The place keeps things simple by handling the meals, laundry, and housekeeping, so residents don't worry about chores, and everyone's space stays clean. Each room comes fully furnished, plus there are private room options, a dining room for shared meals, and a hair salon or barbershop on-site for grooming. For those who want to get out and about, Glendale House organizes community excursions, outings for fun, and spiritual or religious activities. Residents can join exercise classes, arts and crafts, movie nights, bingo, and other social activities, or just relax watching TV with others, and there's always plenty of outdoor space and a garden for fresh air. Safety matters, so the home has sprinkler systems and safety features for folks who need a little extra support moving around. There are also parking and transportation services, with rides set up for errands or medical appointments.
Glendale House tries to let residents stay as independent as possible, offering support only where it's needed, following what's called a social model of care, and the staff encourage everyone to join activities but also understand if someone needs quiet time. Internet and cable or satellite TV are available for those who want to keep connected or entertained, and utilities are included, too. The home is a place where people can come to relax, get the care they need, and stay involved in the community as much as they'd like, and if someone wants to smoke, there are areas inside where that's allowed. The facility allows families to visit and includes everyone where possible, keeping a family-friendly feeling, and supports all residents as they age or recover, whether they're coming for assisted living, board and care, or memory care needs.
