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Alderwood HouseDumbarton
Mental Health Problems33 beds

Alderwood House

2 Gooseholm Road, Dumbarton, G82 2AY

About Alderwood House

Alderwood House is a residential care home located in Dumbarton, within the West Dunbartonshire council area, operated by Alderwood House Limited. The home provides care for up to 33 residents and has received a grade of Good (4 out of 6) from the Care Inspectorate, Scotland's independent regulator of care services, at its most recent inspection in March 2026.

The home specialises in supporting adults with a range of complex needs, including mental health problems, alcohol related brain injury, acquired brain injury, autism spectrum disorders, learning difficulties, and neurological conditions. This breadth of expertise makes Alderwood House a suitable option for individuals who require tailored, specialist support in a residential setting.

With 33 beds, Alderwood House offers a meaningful level of capacity while remaining a community-focused home in the heart of Dumbarton, providing residents with access to local amenities and a supportive care environment.

Last Inspection
6 March 2026

Care Inspectorate Grades

Care homes in Scotland are graded on a 6-point scale (1-6) across five key questions. Grades range from Unsatisfactory (1) to Excellent (6).

Wellbeing Support
How well do we support people's wellbeing?
Very Good5
Care Planning
How good is our care and support planning?
Good4
Setting
How good is our setting?
Very Good5
Staff Team
How good is our staff team?
Good4
Leadership
How good is our leadership?
Good4
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Care & Support Provided

Alcohol related brain injuryAcquired brain injuryAutism spectrum disordersLearning difficultiesMental health problems (other than dementia)Neurological condition (other than dementia)

Location

2 Gooseholm Road, Dumbarton, G82 2AY

5 Questions to Ask on Your Visit

When visiting Alderwood House, consider asking...

  1. 1.What happens if my relative's care needs increase significantly -- will they have to move?
  2. 2.How do you handle concerns or complaints from families?
  3. 3.What does the monthly fee cover and what will cost extra?
  4. 4.How do you keep families informed about their relative's day-to-day wellbeing?
  5. 5.What happens if my relative is unhappy here?

5 Things to Look For on Your Visit

When you visit Alderwood House, look out for...

  1. 1.Do staff greet residents by name and stop to chat?
  2. 2.Are residents dressed, up and occupied, or sitting alone in front of a TV?
  3. 3.Does the home smell fresh and feel clean without being clinical?
  4. 4.Do residents look comfortable and at ease, or anxious and withdrawn?
  5. 5.Does the manager answer your questions openly or deflect?
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