Balcarres

Balcarres is a highly-respected residential care home, with 36 rooms for occupancy, that used to be a private house but has been tastefully converted to suit the needs of the elderly and frail.

Residents of Balcarres enjoy a keen activites programme, as part of the home's policy to keep elderly people active and enjoying life, with activities that include exercise, gardening or trips to local attractions.

All occupancy rooms offer residents views over surrounding gardens and are easily accessible, as are the home's lounges, library and hairdressing salon.

Owner: Bupa Care Homes

Person in charge: Lynn McLean

Local Authority / Social Services: Dundee City Council (click for contact details)

Type of Service: Care Home only (Residential Care) – Privately Owned , 40 residents

Registered Care Categories*: Dementia • Old Age

Single Rooms: 36

Shared Rooms: 2

Rooms with ensuite WC: 36

Facilities & Services: Palliative Care • Respite Care • Convalescent Care • Physiotherapy • Own GP if required • Own Furniture if required • Close to Local shops • Near Public Transport • Minibus or other transport • Lift • Wheelchair access • Gardens for residents • Phone Point in own room/Mobile • Television point in own room

Latest Care Inspectorate* Report on Balcarres: click here

* Care Inspectorate is responsible for the registration and inspection of social care services in Scotland.