Catherine McAuley House

• “I picked the colour and the girls did my nails for me. I have to say I love them”
• “The daily Mass is important to me”
• “Mass is very important to me and it is part of why I like living here”
• “I feel totally safe. There is nothing here to make me feel unsafe”
• “The staff are a delight, really delightful”
• “It was a lovely day and very special”
• “My relative is treated like royalty. The staff really care. It's the little things, for example - they never pass a resident in the corridor without acknowledging them. They just make the residents feel special”

Staffing

There is a good number and skill mix of staff including registered nurses on duty at all times. Staffing levels are sufficient to meet residents' needs promptly, and staff feel supported with annual appraisals and training opportunities.

Activities

Residents participate in meaningful activities such as exercise classes, arts and crafts, gardening, bowling, bingo, and religious services including daily Mass and a daily 'holy hour' for reflection and prayer. Special events and celebrations are also held.

Food

Residents have access to food and drinks at all times, with a daily menu offering choices. Meals are nutritious, well-presented, and served in a social setting. Staff assist residents respectfully during meals and accommodate special dietary needs.

Dementia

No current residents with behaviours that challenge related to dementia; staff training in this area is planned.

Summarised by AI from the HIQA report of 13 April 2026. Check the report for the full picture.Source report (PDF)