Your guide to the best care homes around Thurso.
Located on the outskirts of the friendly market town of Thurso overlooking Thurso Bar, Pentland View Care Home provides expert nursing, dementia and respite care to the elderly in a homely environment.
From
£1,845
per week
Nestled on the outskirts of the market town of Wick on the North Coast of Scotland, Seaview House is a well-established care home that provides expert nursing and respite care to the elderly.
From
£2,050
per week
There are lots of great aspects to the beautiful Scottish town of Thurso, with its bustling shops, cafés and restaurants, in addition to a variety of high-quality residential care homes, nursing homes and dementia care homes.
As well as round-the-clock support and expert care, you’ll also find facilities like specialist sensory gardens for those with dementia, hairdressing and beauty, salons, libraries, on-site cinemas and more, plus lots of fun activities to keep your loved ones busy.
The cost of care homes in Thurso varies, depending on the type of care each person needs, but all listings include the home provider, the cost of care and the types of care provided, to make your search as stress-free as possible.
In the area itself, you can visit local spots of interest including the public library, the Swanson Gallery and Caithness Horizons, plus all the attractions of other popular Scottish towns and cities in the Highlands, like Inverness and Wick.
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
Here is some further information about care homes in Thurso.
How many care homes are there in Thurso?
We have 2 care homes in Thurso. 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.
What is the average cost of care in Thurso?
Care home costs vary significantly across the country. If you're looking for a care home in Thurso, the average cost of care is £2,145. You may be eligible for care home funding - you can check through a care needs assessment.
Are all care homes in Thurso regulated by the Scottish Care Inspectorate (SCI)?
Yes, every care home in Thurso has been given a rating by Scotland's Care Inspectorate (SCI).
How many nursing homes are there in Thurso?
We have 1 in Thurso that provide specialist, 24/7 support. All of our nursing homes in Thurso 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.
What care homes in Thurso offer dementia care?
We have 1 Thurso 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 Thurso can provide the level of support they need.
What Thurso care homes offer respite care?
If you're looking for temporary respite care, we have 1 care homes in Thurso that provide short-term stays.
Respite care homes in Thurso provide relief for caregivers, offering a few weeks of support in a care home for a loved one while you recuperate.
Thurso's Care Regulator:
Care Inspectorate Scotland
Here’s what our care-seekers are saying...
Amazing customer service. I got more than I expected from Lottie. Got so much information from Klara who really helped me with my search for a perfect care home. Thank you!
NP
25 May 2025
Excellent service. We are just looking at facilities for my mother and father-in-law and the advice you gave me was invaluable. I feel so relieved that there is a way forward.
Andy
23 May 2025
I wasn't aware of Lottie when looking for a home for my mum, but they were extremely helpful and contacted me with lots of valuable advice at a time when I needed it most. Thank you Lottie.
Martin
15 May 2025
Katy was so supportive, professional and helpful over the phone. Searching for care homes is such a hard task and having someone to help navigate the search is such a relief.
Katie
7 May 2025
Superb service providing much-needed up-to-date information regarding the many aspects of care. A range of care homes are listed, varying in service, quality rating, and cost.
Fay
8 April 2025
Eva listened to my mum’s care needs and sent a list of suitable homes. During a stressful time, expert guidance was a relief.
Philip
26 March 2025
I enquired about care homes for my mother-in-law. It helped seeing a range of options gathered in one place.
Jo
11 March 2025
Eva was kind, helpful and informative. I was grateful for her time and support in finding a care home. Thank you.
Nicola
12 February 2025
