Brigadoon Village

About

Brigadoon Group was founded by Liesel, Elseline and JC, whose passion for people living with Dementia led to the establishment of Brigadoon Village in Betty’s Bay and Brigadoon Lodge in Durbanville. 

Care Options

• Specialised Care (24-hour supervision)
• Dementia Assisted Living Care
• Day-Care
• Respite Care (short-term care) 
• Hospice Care

Values & Goals

Brigadoon Village works with a code of ethics formed around the core values and goals of the Brigadoon Group.

Values

• That the physical, spiritual and emotional well-being of all the residents forms the core of the business
• That the residents have meaningful relationships with their family, friends, peers, pets and caregivers 
• That each resident is accepted and understood as an individual and treated with love and respect
• That each resident is involved in life and has hope because their future is valued and supported

Goals

• Believing that the key to quality living for people with Dementia is creating homely, safe and supportive environments to live in
• Aiming to help residents remain active and give them a sense of purpose
• Working in partnership with residents to enhance their quality of life
• Providing support to family and friends of residents through our Memory Cafe support groups and social events

Life at Brigadoon

Brigadoon Village is committed to providing high-quality care while maintaining a supportive and compassionate environment where residents can celebrate a purposeful life.

Apartments

Brigadoon Village has 13 single-story two-bedroom apartments, each with a cosy lounge, a kitchenette and a bathroom. 

The apartments all lead to a sunny communal lounge and dining area that opens onto a large patio with stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean. 

Old Town

There is a work in progress at Brigadoon Village where a period dated ‘Old Town’ dating back to the 1950s to the 1970s is being recreated. 

The Brigadoon Village ‘Old Town’ inspires lovely memories that have stood the test of time and always bring a smile of warm remembrance. Old Town includes the following:

• Library
• Museum
• Traditional Street Cafe
• Men’s Club
• Beauty Salon
• Church

Activities

Brigadoon Village offers interactive activities that include the following:

• Morning Praise and Worship
• Cognitive Workout (with discussions)
• Brain Stimulating Games
• Reminiscence and Sensory Program
• Daily Exercise Program
• Music
• Gardening
• Baking
• Arts & Crafts
• Performing Arts
• Massage Therapy
• Individual Therapy
• Hanging Out at Old Town with Friends

Community Services

The founders of Brigadoon Village understand first-hand how challenging it is to live with a loved one with Dementia. They want to remind you that you are not alone and there are always people who can assist you. 

Brigadoon Village pays it forward to the community and offers services that include:

Activities & Social Events

Brigadoon Village hosts regular activities and social events for people in the early stages of Dementia.

Interactive Support Group

The Memory Cafe support group was established in 2015 and is held once a month. 

This is a free service offered to family and friends of people living with Dementia. You and your loved one challenged with Dementia are invited to enjoy some relaxing social time with the residents and staff of Brigadoon Village. 

Dementia Care Consulting

There is a highly trained Dementia Care Specialist ready to support you and advise you on the most suitable care options for your loved one. 

If you are battling to cope with the overwhelming changes your loved one is going through, you are not alone. A trained specialist is on hand to advise you about care-related challenges and provide counselling when you experience caregiver burnout.

Training & Workshops

The Brigadoon Group provides Dementia-specific training and workshops for nurses, home carers and anyone in the community who is interested to learn about Dementia.

Contact Brigadoon Village for more information about these and other services. 

“Together We Can!”

Reviews

“My mom is currently at the Brigadoon Village in Betty's Bay. As a family, we are so blessed to have her there. The love and care she receives is fantastic. Every staff member is special. They go above and beyond to take care of our loved ones. No words in any language can suffice to say how much you are appreciated.”  Christel

“Thank you, Brigadoon Village, for making my mom's life meaningful and happy.”  Mariaan

"The Brigadoon Village nursing care is unique, special, devoted, and compassionate."  Gertrude

"Your compassion, love and understanding of all the residents is amazing. Thank you Brigadoon Village."  Lisa