Care, Community, and a World Championship
Our care homes are places of support, rooted in their communities, and with relationships that enrich the lives of residents, staff, and neighbours alike.
At Arran View in Saltcoats, this spirit is part of everyday life. From supporting local families at Christmas through The Giving Tree charity, to raising money for Chest, Heart & Stroke Scotland, the team works hard to build meaningful connections with the people around them.
Earlier this year, one story stood out; a real reminder of what can happen when communities pull together. We were proud to support a fundraising effort for Taylor, Kaitlyn and Alex, three talented young dancers from the local CSDA/CCSD dance school, all with strong family ties to Arran View. Taylor and Kaitlyn are granddaughters of Elizabeth McEwan, and Alex is the granddaughter of Helen Murdoch, both long-standing and much-valued members of the home’s kitchen team.
The girls have danced since they were toddlers, competing in Pom, Lyrical, and Hip Hop in competitions up and down the UK. After years of training, competing and dedication, they earned a place at the Allstar Worlds Dance Competition in Orlando, Florida, a huge achievement, but one that needed serious fundraising to make possible.
“When I asked if the company would consider sponsoring my granddaughters, I didn’t know what to expect,” said Elizabeth. “But the support we received was amazing.”
Arran View was proud to contribute, alongside many others from across the Saltcoats community, to help make that dream trip a reality. With enough funds raised, the girls were on their way to the world stage where they won the World Championship (with podium places in other categories) and secured their place in the 2027 competition!
It was an incredible result for the dancers and a moment of pure elation and pride for their families. It’s also a reminder that care homes don’t exist in isolation. The bonds we build around us are what make homes like Arran View feel like part of the community and show how even small acts of support can ripple outward, creating something bigger than any one person or place.
Congratulations again to Taylor, Kaitlyn and Alex, we will be cheering you on in 2027!
Arran View is a modern, purpose-built care home in the seaside town of Saltcoats, with views across to the Isle of Arran. The home provides high-quality care for older adults and younger people with complex needs, with a strong focus on connection, compassion, and community.
