Barlochan House

Barlochan House At Barlochan House Care Home we provide exceptional standards of residential, dementia and respite care in Palnackie, Castle Douglas.

Residents are cared for by our highly trained team of care staff, who are happy to go the extra mile. At Barlochan House, we pride ourselves on offering a wide range of specialised care services to meet the diverse needs of our residents. Our stunning location, combined with our dedicated and professional team, ensures that your loved one receives the best possible care in a beautiful, supportive environment. We are committed to providing personalised care tailored to each individual, delivered by a professional and compassionate team in state-of-the-art facilities. Explore the specialised care options at Barlochan House including our residential care, respite care, palliative care, and dementia care in Castle Douglas. Contact us today to learn more about our services and to arrange a visit.

Three staff members are celebrating 90 years of service at Barlochan House between them. We have Rosemary celebrating 34...
24/02/2026

Three staff members are celebrating 90 years of service at Barlochan House between them. We have Rosemary celebrating 34 years, Kathleen celebrating 31 years and Melissa celebrating 25 years of service. The ladies were presented with a bouquet and gift voucher each from our manager Eileen. Eileen thanked them all for their dedication and all the hard work they do for Barlochan House

Blink and you might have missed it. The sun actually came out for a wee while so we decided  to walk around the grounds.
20/02/2026

Blink and you might have missed it. The sun actually came out for a wee while so we decided to walk around the grounds.

Spotlight on Melissa Wilson our Deputy Manager.Melissa has worked at Barlochan House for over 25 years, beginning as a C...
20/02/2026

Spotlight on Melissa Wilson our Deputy Manager.

Melissa has worked at Barlochan House for over 25 years, beginning as a Care Assistant, advancing to Senior Carer and now our Deputy Manager.

What is your favourite part about working at Barlochan House?
I am passionate that our residents receive the best of care and the relatives and friends of our residents can rest easy knowing that their loved ones are in good hands.

What are your hobbies?
When I am not in work I love to cook for my family and friends, I get a lot of enjoyment out of making food and seeing people enjoy it. I enjoy football and I support our local team Threave Rovers. I also spend time with my puppy Louie who is a Cocker Spaniel.

If you could have chosen another career what would it have been?
It wouldn't be much of a different career to mine as I would probably have chosen to work in the nursing profession. I think my life goals have always been towards a caring, nurturing profession.

We do enjoy our chair yoga with Lynn. Chair yoga offers us many benefits including improved flexibility, strength and ba...
19/02/2026

We do enjoy our chair yoga with Lynn. Chair yoga offers us many benefits including improved flexibility, strength and balance as well as improving our mental wellbeing being.

Our Valentine's Day Celebrations.
17/02/2026

Our Valentine's Day Celebrations.

Our Milkshake Tiki Bar was a huge success. So many different flavours were on offer and the residents enjoyed their samp...
17/02/2026

Our Milkshake Tiki Bar was a huge success. So many different flavours were on offer and the residents enjoyed their samples. Our milkshakes are fortifying and delicious and also promote a healthy diet and lifestyle.

Congratulations to our January Employee of the month Shona Linton who received the most votes from colleagues, visitors ...
17/02/2026

Congratulations to our January Employee of the month Shona Linton who received the most votes from colleagues, visitors and residents. Comments included that Shona is very kind and compassionate with everybody.

We are having a Milkshake Tikki Bar afternoon on Wednesday 11th of February. We are rolling out lots of new flavours for...
05/02/2026

We are having a Milkshake Tikki Bar afternoon on Wednesday 11th of February. We are rolling out lots of new flavours for fortified milkshakes which help our residents to maintain a healthy weight and promotes a healthy wellbeing. All are welcome as we would like you to be our taste testers as well as our residents. We aim to have a lot of fun on the day and we will be making sure everyone joins in and has a great time.

We were delighted to welcome Kevin and his son Max to our Burns Night Supper, where Kevin piped in the haggis in true tr...
26/01/2026

We were delighted to welcome Kevin and his son Max to our Burns Night Supper, where Kevin piped in the haggis in true tradition. Seven-year-old Max then treated us to a wonderful recitation of The Humpy Backet Heron by J.K. Annand, which truly stirred emotions throughout the home. Our residents enjoyed a traditional Burns Night supper, with many compliments going to our cook for such a beautifully prepared meal. A truly special evening all round 🥂🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

Employee of the Month – December 2025 🎉We are proud to celebrate Debbie and Saheed, who were jointly voted as Employees ...
20/01/2026

Employee of the Month – December 2025 🎉

We are proud to celebrate Debbie and Saheed, who were jointly voted as Employees of the Month for December 2025! Their dedication, teamwork, and consistent commitment to excellence truly set them apart. Thank you both for your outstanding contributions and positive impact on the team.

👏 Congratulations, Debbie and Saheed - well deserved!

Congratulations to Kayleigh McClure and Tanya Hannah, who have both successfully completed their qualifications.🌟 Kaylei...
14/01/2026

Congratulations to Kayleigh McClure and Tanya Hannah, who have both successfully completed their qualifications.

🌟 Kayleigh has achieved SCQF Level 7, SVQ in Social Services and Healthcare
🌟 Tanya has achieved SCQF Level 6, SVQ in Social Services and Healthcare

We are very proud of their hard work and commitment to their professional development.

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Palnackie
Castle Douglas
DG71PF

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