Your guide to the best care homes around Scotland.
Set within a peaceful residential area of Peterlee, The Hawthorns is a high-quality care home that provides expert nursing and dementia care to the elderly.
From
£900
per week
Jack Dormand Care Home, part of the HC-One family of care homes in Horden, County Durham, provides a welcoming environment for residential, nursing, and dementia care.
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£1,068
per week
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£1,080
per week
Situated in a quaint and peaceful residential area in Gateshead, South Chowdene is a welcoming acre home that provides expert residential, nursing and respite care to older adults.
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£1,156
per week
Eden House, Part of the HC-One family of care homes, is situated in the peaceful residential area of Bishop Auckland, County Durham.
From
£1,208
per week
Sitting in its own manicured grounds in South Shields, Harton Grange is a purpose-built care home that provides expert residential, dementia and respite care to the elderly.
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£1,447
per week
Abbotsford Nursing Home, part of the award winning Pepperwood Care Group, has been a cornerstone of compassionate care for over 35 years.
From
£1,695
per week
Located in the Balgonie area of Paisley, Stanley Park Care Home, operated by Pacific Care, offers residential and respite care.
From
£1,068
per week
Located in the heart of Kirkcaldy, a coastal town on the Forth Estuary in East Central Scotland, Gowrie House Care Home offers residential, nursing and dementia care.
From
£1,140
per week
Nestled in Newport-on-Tay, Craighead Care Home provides exceptional Residential, Nursing, Dementia, and Respite care, accommodating up to 56 residents.
From
£1,189
per week
Balcarres, part of the HC-One family of care homes, is located in the heart of Broughty Ferry, Dundee, offering compassionate residential, nursing, and dementia care.
From
£1,306
per week
In the heart of Dumfries, Allanbank stands as an inviting haven in the Scottish landscape.
From
£1,321
per week
Mavisbank, part of the HC-One family of care homes, in Bishopbriggs, Glasgow, provides a welcoming environment for nursing and dementia care.
From
£1,334
per week
Merino Court Care Home, part of the HC-One family of care homes in Greenock, provides a vibrant and supportive environment for individuals seeking nursing and dementia care.
From
£1,334
per week
Kirknowe, part of the HC-One family of care homes, is nestled in the serene surroundings of Wishaw, Lanarkshire.
From
£1,355
per week
In a Scottish care home, a bespoke care plan will be created for your loved one. This will detail how much support is required, along with things like medical history and medication. Scotland care homes also offer lots of fun activities for your loved one to enjoy, with popular options including baking, painting, book clubs and even gardening for green-fingered residents. When in a residential care home or a nursing home in Scotland, your loved one will be able to try out many meaningful activities while also forming friendships in later life. Across this country, you'll find the best care homes in Glasgow, Edinburgh, Aberdeen and beyond.
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Here is some further information about care homes in Scotland.
How many care homes are there in Scotland?
We have 240 care homes in Scotland. 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 Scotland?
Care home costs vary significantly across Scotland. The average cost of care in Scotland is £1,269 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 Scotland?
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 Scotland may include hairdressing, chiropody, physiotherapy, other forms of therapy, trips out, and specialist equipment.
What factors affect Scotland care home fees?
In Scotland, 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 Scotland regulated by the Care Inspectorate (CI)?
Yes, every Scotland 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.
How many Scotland care homes offer residential care?
70 Scotland homes offer residential care. These provide respectful, day-to-day support with tasks like washing, dressing, mobility, and managing certain medications.
Residential care homes in Scotland offer a safe setting for those who find it challenging to live independently, but don't have complex health needs.
How many nursing homes are there in Scotland?
We have 91 nursing homes in Scotland that provide specialist, 24/7 nursing care. Each home offers personalised support for those living with complex medical needs, chronic illnesses, disabilities, or other conditions that require regular monitoring and clinical care. Many also provide rehabilitation services after hospital stays or surgery.
This care is delivered by registered nurses and trained care staff in home-from-home settings.
What care homes in Scotland offer dementia care?
91 care homes in Scotland provide round-the-clock support for residents living with dementia.
These homes offer safe, supportive settings with staff trained to understand the needs of people experiencing memory loss or other dementia-related symptoms. Care is tailored to each resident, ensuring they're treated with the dignity and individuality they deserve. As dementia is a progressive condition, dementia care homes are equipped to adapt as needs change over time.
What Scotland care homes offer respite care?
If you're looking for temporary respite care, we have 88 respite care homes in Scotland that offer short-term stays.
Respite care is ideal when a regular carer needs a break, is on holiday, or is temporarily unable to provide care. Stays usually last a few weeks at a time and include the same level of support that permanent residents receive. You can find more information about respite care homes in Scotland.
Are there any care homes in Scotland that offer end-of-life or palliative care?
62 Scotland care homes provide specialist palliative and end-of-life care for your loved one. Searching for this type of support can be an emotional experience, so our Care Experts are here to guide you every step of the way.
A palliative care home provides the highest level of care and comfort to those living with chronic or life-limiting conditions. This can take place over weeks, months, or even years. As your loved one nears the end of their life, they'll be given end-of-life care, which focuses on easing discomfort and providing sensitive support.
Scotland's Care Regulator:
Care Inspectorate Scotland
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