Home

We cater for long and short term residents which include those requiring dementia, respite, convalescent care and much more. Please see our list of services.

We have 36 private and 12 semi-private rooms fully furnished. All rooms are en-suite and generously sized and include a telephone, TV and are fitted with a nurse call system.

Yes, once the item fits your room and comply with our health and safety regulations, residents are encouraged to bring in personal items of furniture to personalise their surroundings making their stay more pleasurable and comfortable. We unfortunately due to Health & Safety regulations cannot allow any electrical items

There is no restricted visiting at Bishopscourt.

Yes, we welcome all your family and friends, we have beautiful grounds and gardens with seating areas and indoor facilities for you to spend with your loved ones.

Yes, residents can use the services of their own GP or can decide to use the home's retained GP.

Yes. Emergency cover is available through South Doc (South Doctor On Call) Service.

There is a range of professional services available to residents. When requested or required, our staff are only to organise a suitable appointment time for you.

Yes, we have a Garda vetted hair dresser who comes in weekly. To have your hair done just speak with the nurse on duty.

If you click on the link below you will be able to print or read the information booklet published by The Department of Health and Children in relation to the Nursing Home Support Scheme

www.dohc.ie/issues/fair_deal/information_booklet.pdf?direct=1

The Department of Health and Children have published a frequently asked questions leaflet, please click on the link below to view the leaflet.

www.dohc.ie/issues/fair_deal/faq.pdf?direct=1

Alternatively contact the NHSS office in your area. Click on the link below which lists all the NHSS offices in the country

www.dohc.ie/issues/fair_deal/nursing_homes_support_offices.pdf?direct=1

Click on the link below to print off the Nursing Home Support Scheme application form.

www.hse.ie/eng/services/Find_a_Service/entitlements/Forms/Older_People/nhssappform.pdf

Yes the Department of Health & Children have a section on their website dedicated to the Nursing Home Support Scheme. Click on the link below to go directly to the website.

Yes, Nursing homes Ireland have have a guide to choosing the most suitable nursing home home. Click on the link below to see the leaflet produced.

http://www.nhi.ie/iopen24/pub/new%20guide%20to%20choosing%20a%20nursing%20home.pdf