Care Homes in Dunbar

Your guide to the best care homes around Dunbar.

Care Homes in Dunbar

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    Lammermuir House

    E Links Rd, Dunbar, EH42 1LT
    Care Inspectorate Rating Adequate

    Situated in the historic town of Dunbar, Lammermuir House is a welcoming care home that provides expert residential, nursing, nursing dementia, palliative and end of life care to the elderly.

    Care available

    From

    £1,700

    per week

    NursingDementiaRespitePalliative

Near Dunbar

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    Haddington

    Mill Wynd, Haddington, EH41 4EU
    Care Inspectorate Rating Good10.87 miles from centre

    Located in the charming town of Haddington in East Lothian, Haddington Care Home provides superior levels of residential, nursing, dementia and respite care to the elderly.

    Care available

    From

    £1,750

    per week

    ResidentialNursingDementiaRespiteMental health
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    Hilton Lodge

    7 Gateside Rd, Haddington, EH41 3SZ
    Care Inspectorate Rating Good11.67 miles from centre
    Mansfield Care Group-logo

    Hilton Lodge, operated by Mansfield Care Group, is a charming care home located in Haddington, East Lothian.

    Care available

    From

    £2,000

    per week

    ResidentialNursingDementiaRespite
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    Tantallon House

    7 Tantallon Rd, North Berwick, EH39 5NF
    Care Inspectorate Rating Not assessed7.94 miles from centre
    Morar Living-logo

    The picturesque seaside town of North Berwick is home to Tantallon House, a luxury 70 bed care home offering five-star accommodations and providing unparalleled 24-hour residential, dementia, nursing, and respite care to the surrounding community.

    Care available

    From

    £1,500

    per week

    ResidentialDementiaRespiteConvalescent
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    Astley House

    14-16 Dirleton Ave, North Berwick, EH39 4BG
    Care Inspectorate Rating Very good9.29 miles from centre
    Pepperwood Care-logo

    Astley House is part of the award winning Pepperwood Care Group.

    Care available

    From

    £1,595

    per week

    ResidentialNursingDementiaRespiteConvalescentPalliativePhysiotherapy
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    Fidra House

    Fidra House, North Berwick, EH39 4QL
    Care Inspectorate Rating Good9.44 miles from centre
    Randolph Hill Nursing Homes-logo

    Situated within the charming coastal town of North Berwick, Fidra House offers exceptional care including nursing, dementia, and palliative services within a vibrant community setting.

    Care available

    From

    £1,999

    per week

    ResidentialNursingDementiaConvalescentMental healthPalliative
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    Muirfield

    Hall Cres, Gullane, EH31 2HA
    Care Inspectorate Rating Very good12.31 miles from centre
    Randolph Hill Nursing Homes-logo

    Tucked away within the picturesque village of Gullane, East Lothian, Muirfield is a much-loved nursing home at the heart of the community.

    Care available

    From

    £2,031

    per week

    ResidentialNursingDementiaRespiteConvalescentMental healthPalliative
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    Tranent

    1 Coal Neuk Ct, Tranent, EH33 1DR
    Care Inspectorate Rating Good17.47 miles from centre
    HC-One-logo

    Tranent Care Home, part of the HC-One family of care homes, is located in the historic town of Tranent, near Edinburgh.

    Care available

    From

    £1,150

    per week

    NursingDementiaRespiteConvalescent
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    Earlsferry House

    Williamsburgh, Leven, KY9 1BA
    Care Inspectorate Rating Good17.81 miles from centre

    A beautiful care home set within a converted period house by the beach, Earlsferry Care Home is located in the stunning coastal town of Elie in Fife.

    Care available

    From

    £1,208

    per week

    ResidentialNursingDementiaRespiteMental healthPalliativePhysiotherapy

Your Trusted Guide To Care Homes in Dunbar

Dunbar is a beautiful coastal town in East Lothian and many care homes in the local area are surrounded by relaxing views of the North Sea.

Each home in Dunbar has been scored and rated by the Care Inspectorate (CI) and provides a high level of personalised care. From residential care homes providing everyday living support to specialist nursing homes, or short-term care in a respite care home - you’ll find several support options in the local area.

What’s more, all of our homes have a dedicated activity coordinator, who plans daily activities in the home and within the local community. From day trips to the beach to music, arts and crafts - there’s something for all residents to enjoy.

We’ve partnered with large care providers across Scotland, including care homes in Edinburgh and Haddington to help make the process of choosing a care home easier.

Hannah Karim

Written by Hannah Karim

Customer Care Lead

Hannah has several years of experience within the care sector and has received training from Integrated Care Board (ICB) leads, the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) , and the Society of Later Life Advisers (SOLLA). Hannah also has an NHS Care Certificate.

Frequently asked questions

Here is some further information about care homes in Dunbar.

How many care homes are there in Dunbar?

We have 9 care homes in Dunbar. 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.

What is the average cost of care in Dunbar?

Care home costs vary significantly across Dunbar. The average cost of care in Dunbar is £1,659 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.

What's included in the weekly cost of a care home in Dunbar?

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 Dunbar may include hairdressing, chiropody, physiotherapy, other forms of therapy, trips out, and specialist equipment.

What factors affect Dunbar care home fees?

In Dunbar, 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.

Are all care homes in Dunbar regulated by the Care Inspectorate (CI)?

Yes, every Dunbar 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.

Average care home costs in Dunbar

Average cost of nursing care
£1,650per week
Average cost of dementia care
£1,650per week
Average cost of nursing & dementia care
£1,650per week

Dunbar's Care Regulator:

Care Inspectorate Scotland

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