Care Homes in Scottish Borders

We have 5 care homes in Scottish Borders. Our team of Care Experts hand-picks all our homes based on several factors, including the quality of care, facilities, and the home's culture.

Care home costs vary significantly across Scottish Borders. The average cost of care in Scottish Borders is £1,763 per week.

You could be eligible for care funding support in Scotland from your local authority - you can check through a free financial assessment, which immediately follows a care needs assessment. You may also qualify for a form of NHS support, such as NHS continuing healthcare.

Typically, the weekly cost of a care home includes accommodation, the care itself, access to facilities, meals and snacks, housekeeping, social activities, and 24/7 support from carers and other staff members.

Additional extras in Scottish Borders may include hairdressing, chiropody, physiotherapy, other forms of therapy, trips out, and specialist equipment.

In Scottish Borders, care home fees vary based on factors such as the type of care needed (with nursing care costing more than residential care), the facilities and activities available, room size and other features, and the staff-to-resident ratio.

Homes in more central areas may be more expensive due to higher property and carer costs.

Yes, every Scottish Borders care home has been given a rating by Scotland's Care Inspectorate (CI).

The CI checks care homes to ensure they're safe and well-run. They regularly conduct inspections and publish reports to help care-seekers make the right choice.