Lindsayfield Lodge

Carolyn Young is a highly experienced Care Home Manager with over 30 years of expertise in elderly care, blending her extensive background in both management and nursing. She has been an integral part of Lindsayfield Lodge Care Home since 2014, where her leadership has significantly enhanced the quality of care within the facility.

Carolyn’s nursing career began with her training at Victoria Infirmary in Glasgow, where she gained her nursing qualification. This strong educational foundation has been crucial to her success, providing her with the clinical knowledge and skills needed to excel in both nursing and management roles.

At Lindsayfield Lodge, Carolyn is responsible for managing residents and staff, overseeing day-to-day operations, supervising nursing care, and maintaining strong relationships with external healthcare bodies. Her leadership has resulted in consistently high grades for the quality of care provided, underscoring her commitment to excellence.

Carolyn’s approach to care is deeply rooted in her philosophy of always putting residents first. She is dedicated to tailoring individual care to meet each resident’s unique needs, ensuring a personalized and compassionate approach to their well-being. Her expertise includes palliative care, wound management, and nutrition, complemented by her strategic thinking, strong leadership, and organisational skills. Carolyn’s approachable nature makes her a respected leader among both residents and staff, fostering a supportive and nurturing environment.

With her deep commitment to person-centred care and continuous improvement, Carolyn remains a valuable asset to the Lindsayfield Lodge community.

Amy has been part of the Northcare team since 2023 and has quickly become an important and valued member of staff at Lindsayfield Lodge Care Home. Working at Front of House, Amy is often the first point of contact for clients, families, and visitors, ensuring that everyone who enters the home receives a warm, friendly, and professional welcome.

Amy plays a key role in the day-to-day running of the home, providing essential administrative support that helps ensure everything operates smoothly. Her strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage a busy front desk contribute greatly to the effective coordination of daily activities within the home. Whether assisting with enquiries, supporting staff, or helping families with information, Amy approaches every task with professionalism and care.

Amy’s positivity, reliability, and commitment to providing excellent support make her a valued part of the Lindsayfield Lodge team, helping to ensure that Clients, Families, and Visitors always feel welcomed and supported.

Pauline joined the team as Clinical Lead at Northcare Scotland LTD in 2023. Through her commitment, leadership, and professionalism, Pauline quickly progressed into the role of Deputy Manager.

Pauline now serves as both Deputy Manager and Clinical Lead at Lindsayfield Lodge Care Home, where she oversees all clinical operations within the home. In this role, she plays a vital part in ensuring residents receive safe, effective, and person-centred care while supporting and guiding the wider care team to maintain the highest clinical standards.

Working closely alongside the management and senior leadership team, Pauline promotes a culture of compassion, professionalism, accountability, and continuous improvement throughout the home. Her strong clinical knowledge and leadership skills help ensure that residents’ wellbeing, dignity, and individual needs remain at the centre of care delivery.

An important aspect of Pauline’s role is maintaining open, supportive, and transparent communication with residents’ families. She works closely with relatives to ensure they are kept fully informed of any clinical updates, providing reassurance, guidance, and support whenever needed.

Pauline’s approachable nature, dedication to high-quality care, and ability to lead with empathy and professionalism make her a highly valued and trusted member of the Lindsayfield Lodge team.

Jill’s dedication and commitment to Northcare Scotland started in 2016 as a care assistant, and she is now a highly respected and valued member of the team at Lindsayfield Lodge Care Home as Unit Manager.

As Unit Manager of the Lomond Suite, which specialises in Dementia Care, Jill consistently demonstrates exceptional leadership, compassion, and a deep commitment to the well-being of every resident in her care. She is passionate about delivering the highest standards of care, ensuring that dignity, respect, independence, and person-centred support remain at the heart of everything she does.

Jill works closely with her team to create a warm, safe, and nurturing environment where residents feel comfortable, valued, and understood. Her calm and supportive approach helps foster positive relationships with residents, families, and colleagues alike, contributing to a reassuring and homely atmosphere throughout the suite.

Through her dedication, professionalism, and strong leadership, Jill plays a key role in maintaining the welcoming, compassionate, and supportive environment that Lindsayfield Lodge Care Home is known for.

Steph began her career with Northcare Scotland in 2011 as a Care Assistant and, through her dedication and passion for high-quality care, progressed to become a highly respected Unit Manager at Lindsayfield Lodge Care Home.

As Unit Manager of the Conic Suite, which specialises in Dementia Care, Steph demonstrates outstanding leadership, compassion, and a strong commitment to residents’ wellbeing. She is passionate about delivering person-centred care, ensuring dignity, respect, and independence remain at the heart of everything she does.

Steph works closely with her team to create a warm, safe, and supportive environment where residents feel comfortable, valued, and understood. Her approachable nature and strong leadership help build positive relationships with residents, families, and colleagues alike, contributing to the welcoming and homely atmosphere throughout the suite.

Laura began her career with Northcare Scotland as a Senior Care Assistant and, through her dedication and commitment to high-quality care, was recently promoted to Unit Manager within the Ochil Suite at Lindsayfield Lodge Care Home, which specialises in Frail and Elderly Care.

Laura consistently goes above and beyond to ensure residents receive the highest possible standard of care, always promoting dignity, comfort, and person-centred support. She is passionate about creating a warm, welcoming, and supportive environment where residents feel safe, valued, and well cared for.

Alongside supporting residents, Laura places a strong focus on staff wellbeing and motivation within her unit, encouraging teamwork, positivity, and high standards throughout the team. Her caring nature, dedication, and leadership help make the Ochil Suite a wonderful place for residents to live and for staff to work.

Isobel joined Northcare Scotland in 2014 as a Care Assistant and, through her experience, commitment, and passion for care, progressed into the role of Senior Carer before becoming Unit Manager of the Tinto Suite at Lindsayfield Lodge Care Home.

In her role as Unit Manager, Isobel is dedicated to providing compassionate, high-quality care tailored to the individual needs of each resident. She works hard to ensure the Tinto Suite maintains a caring, respectful, and homely environment where residents feel comfortable, supported, and encouraged to maintain their independence wherever possible.

Isobel is also committed to supporting and developing her team, promoting a positive working environment built on communication, teamwork, and professionalism. Her approachable manner, strong leadership, and genuine passion for resident well-being make her a valued and trusted member of the Lindsayfield Lodge team.

Stephen McEwan brings over 35 years of culinary experience to his role as Head Chef at Lindsayfield Lodge Care Home, where he has been leading the kitchen team since 2017. With a distinguished background working in various five-star hotels and restaurants, Stephen combines fine-dining expertise with a deep understanding of the nutritional needs of older adults.

As Head Chef, Stephen is responsible for overseeing all kitchen operations, including menu planning, managing dietary requirements, supervising staff, and ensuring the highest standards of food safety and hygiene. His role plays a vital part in enhancing the daily lives of residents through nutritious, well-balanced, and appetising meals.

Stephen is an all-rounder in the kitchen, known for his versatility and consistency. He prides himself on always maintaining five-star quality in everything he prepares, no matter the scale or dietary requirement. His professional journey has shaped his skills in high-quality food preparation, team leadership, and adapting meals to suit a wide range of dietary and medical needs.

Stephen’s personal philosophy is that in a care setting, food should always be fresh, interesting, and tailored to each resident’s specific needs — and, in many cases, it should bring back comforting and happy memories.

Craig has been with Northcare since 2025 and currently serves as Head of Hospitality at Lindsayfield Lodge. He brings a wealth of experience and a strong commitment to creating personalised, memorable experiences for residents and their families. His industry expertise, attention to detail, and ability to manage a wide range of individual needs consistently contribute to exceptionally high levels of satisfaction.

At Lindsayfield Lodge, Craig’s professionalism, compassion, and dedication play a key role in enhancing residents’ quality of life, reflecting his unwavering commitment to delivering outstanding service and care

Katie has been a valued member of the Northcare Scotland team since 2019, beginning her career within the Housekeeping Department at Lindsayfield Lodge and progressing to the role of Head of Housekeeping.

With extensive knowledge of our ordering systems and operational procedures, Katie plays a key role in managing the housekeeping team and maintaining the highest standards across the home. She is highly experienced in staff supervision, ensuring correct procedures are consistently followed and that appropriate products and equipment are used effectively and safely.

Katie is committed to creating and maintaining a clean, sanitised, safe, and well-organised environment throughout Lindsayfield Lodge, helping to ensure a comfortable and welcoming atmosphere for both residents and staff.