Property and Estates
We are dedicated to providing effective property services for service users with mental health conditions. We prioritise putting people first and ensuring their well-being is our top priority. Our aim is to create a safe and supportive environment, tailored to the specific needs of individuals facing mental health challenges.
Our team is committed to providing a comprehensive range of services to meet the needs of our service users. From settling into appropriate accommodation to offering ongoing support and experiences, we strive to create a positive and nurturing environment where individuals can thrive.
We believe that everyone deserves safe and suitable housing, regardless of their mental health challenges.
If you have any questions or would like to learn more about our services, please don't hesitate to reach out to us. Together, we can create a better future for individuals with mental health issues by putting their well-being and housing needs first.
Feedback from our service users is important to us and we encourage the opinions of those who live in our properties. We aim to be responsive within Housing Scotland Act 2006 Standards.
We are fortunate to have dedicated support to address our day to day problems and provide quality solutions to ensure that our properties are well-maintained and functioning properly.
Our Maintenance Person, Ross McKee, has a diverse range of skills and can handle various tasks that would otherwise require outsourcing, which can be costly.
By having a maintenance person who can perform tasks such as plumbing, joinery, painting, groundworks and more, we can avoid the expense of hiring specialised tradespeople for small jobs.
Ross’s skills provide valuable support and expertise in preventive maintenance - identifying potential issues, making repairs and suggest improvements to prevent costly problems in the future. This proactive approach helps to ensure the smooth operation of our facilities and reduces the risk of unexpected breakdowns and interruptions.
We aim to adhere to the Repairing Standards contained in the Housing (Scotland) Act 2006, to ensure our facilities comply with legal and contractual obligations whilst also committing to ensuring our properties meet the energy efficiency and sustainability standards laid down by Scottish Government as we work towards the target of net-zero greenhouse gases by 2045.
OUR ACCOMMODATION
Claremont House Care home
Claremont is situated in Dumfries near the town centre, it is a 10 Bedroom Care home which provides 24/7 support to its residents.
The residents in Claremont are encouraged and supported to live their lives as independently as possible and to remain a part of their local communities where possible.
Craigsheilds – House of Multiple Occupants
Also situated in Dumfries town centre Craigsheilds offers a home to up to 11 residents who may require extra support to live independently and learn life skills which may need relearned or grown.
Staff are present in Craigsheilds all day and there is a sleepover member of staff during the night for reassurance.
Lovers Walk Dumfries - House of Multiple Occupants
Situated in Dumfries a 5 bedroom house of multiple occupants with staff only attending the house at support times is for those requiring less support but added reassurance. A lovely big home with lovely garden area.
Queen Street Castle Douglas - House of Multiple Occupants
Our House of multiple occupants in Castle Douglas homes up to 6 residents and has support staff available all day until 7pm, residents share meal times and are supported by staff to shop and cook etc.
As well as these tenancy options we also have four private tenancies for service users in the community which are a mixture of one and two-bedroom properties.
A home is a fundamental need that contributes to our overall well-being and quality of life.
Staff
Ross McKee
Maintenance Person
Audrey Grierson
Estates Manager
Property and Estates
St Ninians House, Carrick Road, Dumfries, DG2 9PR
All Services
Charity Shop
DGMHA have a charity shop which is located in Castle Douglas. The charity shop provides extra income for us which helps to fund social activities for our service users, and which enables us to put something back into...
Stranraer Outreach
Stranraer's outreach team provide support to adults with a variety of mental health issues from the comfort of their own home or to access the community. We provide reliable, consistent, flexible and personalised support.
Claremont House
Claremont House is a small care home located in the heart of Dumfries. Accommodating a maximum of 10 persons with mental health conditions, we offer a 24-hour care service.
Craigshields
Craigshields is a house of multiple occupants based in the heart of Dumfries offering supported accommodation for 11 individuals who have mental health conditions.
Castle Douglas
The Castle Douglas Outreach Team offer housing support/care at home services to people living in their own homes in the Stewartry area of Dumfries & Galloway.