Your guide to the best care homes around Falkirk.
Falkirk’s care homes combine the warmth of small-town living with professional, high-quality support. These homes provide a range of care types and specialist services, such as Ivybank House, which focuses on residential and nursing care for complex needs, including if your loved one is living with a form of dementia, such as Alzheimer’s.
The average cost of care in Falkirk is around £1,350 per week, but there are slightly more affordable options depending on your budget, including Newcarron Court, which is near the town centre. This home has a ‘Good’ rating from the Care Inspectorate (CI), one of the highest ratings available. In fact, every home in this town is regulated by the CI. You can find a home’s most recent review by clicking on its listing above. Our partner homes are also thoroughly vetted by our in-house Care Experts - ensuring we only bring you the very best options.
Facilities in Falkirk range from elegant lounges and on-site hair salons to landscaped sensory gardens and dedicated activity spaces. Residents often enjoy premium features like spa-style bathrooms, cinema rooms, and chef-prepared menus that cater to individual tastes and dietary needs.
Activities in Falkirk’s homes are inclusive and varied - from music sessions and baking clubs to film afternoons, gardening, and gentle walking groups. Care staff take the time to learn what each resident enjoys and tailor activities accordingly.
Whatever your specific requirements, let us ease the pressure and help you make the right decision. Whether you’re seeking a luxury care setting with all-inclusive comfort or a more traditional, family-focused option, we can build you a shortlist of care homes that truly reflects your priorities.
Airthrey - We love the premium facilities at Airthrey, including the stylish bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms, secure landscaped gardens, and spacious communal lounges. Residents can enjoy a luxurious hairdressing and beauty salon, as well as a variety of activities such as arts and crafts and fitness classes. Rated 'Very Good' by the Care Inspectorate, Airthrey ensures your loved one receives the highest quality care.
Ivybank House - Located in the charming village of Polmont next to Falkirk, Ivybank House is within easy reach of both Edinburgh and Glasgow. Specialising in nursing, dementia, and respite care, this home boasts modern, en-suite bedrooms, secure gardens, and spacious communal lounges. With a hairdressing and beauty salon and a dedicated activities coordinator, residents enjoy tailored hobbies and activities.
Caledonian Court - Situated in Larbert near Falkirk, Caledonian Court offers superb nursing, dementia, respite, and end-of-life care. Inside this home, you’ll find beautifully decorated en-suite bedrooms, stylish communal lounges, a café, a hair and beauty salon, a cinema room, and manicured gardens. With a 'Very Good' Care Inspectorate rating, the second highest available, residents enjoy a range of activities, from reading in the library to pampering sessions.
Thorntree Mews - Specialist residential, nursing, dementia, and palliative care are all available at Thorntree Mews. This 40-bedroom care home features en-suite bedrooms, landscaped gardens, a café, a bar, and communal lounges. Residents enjoy a variety of activities, from baking and dancing to nature walks and fun day trips.
Here is some further information about care homes in Falkirk.
We have 34 care homes in Falkirk. All our homes have been hand-picked by our team of care experts based on a number of factors, including the quality of care and the home's culture.
Care home costs vary significantly across the country. If you're looking for a care home in Falkirk, the average cost of care is £1,539. You may be eligible for care home funding - you can check through a care needs assessment.
Yes, every care home in Falkirk has been given a rating by Scotland's Care Inspectorate (SCI).
We have 2 in Falkirk that provide specialist, 24/7 support. All of our nursing homes in Falkirk offer personalised support for anyone who has a medical condition or disability that requires round-the-clock care from registered nurses in a home-from-home environment.
We have 2 Falkirk care homes that provide round-the-clock dementia care. Those with dementia will need more care as the condition progresses, and specialist dementia care homes in Falkirk can provide the level of support they need.
We've rounded up the best Alzheimer's care homes across the UK - they've been handpicked by our team of care experts for their specialised care, round-the-clock support and comforting environments.
If you're looking for temporary respite care, we have 2 care homes in Falkirk that provide short-term stays.
Respite care homes in Falkirk provide relief for caregivers, offering a few weeks of support in a care home for a loved one while you recuperate. We've rounded up the best respite care homes in the UK to ease your care search.
2 Falkirk care homes provide palliative care for your loved one. A palliative care home aims to provide the highest level of support and comfort to every resident. End-of-life care can be an emotional experience for everyone, so our care experts will support you at every step.
Falkirk's Care Regulator:
Care Inspectorate Scotland