Enter location or care home name

Care Homes for Older People in Scotland

Features

Step 1 - Select the type of care home you're looking for

Step 2 - Refine your search by

Step 3 -

Browse 759 Scotland Older Person Care Homes

  • Avg. Review Score 9.1
  • Total 21,983 Reviews
  • Avg. Starting Price £1,568 per week
Woodlands Care Home
Hazledene Road, Aberdeen AB15 8FY
"Recent resident of Woodlands. Very happy with administration and care provided. All the staff show respect and empathy towards residents..."Read all 53 reviews

from £2,415 / week81 Rooms

Surrounded by greenery, Woodlands Care Home, is situated next to the beautiful woodland area of Hazledene Park. Opened in 2022, it is the first purpose-built care home for Aberdeen in over 10 years. Boasting... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • Learning Disability Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
St Margaret's Care Home
5 East Suffolk Road, Edinburgh EH16 5PH
"Very happy with St Margarets Care Home. Staff are all very friendly and helpful. Rooms are bright, airy and extremely clean...."Read all 98 reviews

from £2,099 / week60 Rooms

St Margaret's Care Home offers a wide range of care services, including nursing, residential, dementia, respite and palliative care. Located in the welcoming area of Newington, the home is conveniently... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Balcarres Care Home
64 Albany Road, Broughty Ferry, Dundee DD5 1NW
"My uncle has been a resident in balcarres for many years. He is happy & content in the home environment, he has a lovely little room with..."Read all 110 reviews

from £1,391 / week35 Rooms

Group/Owner HC-One

Balcarres Care Home, situated in the popular seaside town of Broughty Ferry, supports older people to lead their best lives with personalised residential and residential dementia care. The catering... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
Barchester Kirkburn Court Care Home
Academy Place, Peterhead AB42 1JQ
"This care home is fantastic the staff go over and abive in the care of all residents. Very homely atmosphere and great activities for..."Read all 45 reviews

from £2,068 / week64 Rooms

Group/Owner Barchester Healthcare Ltd

Kirkburn Court, is in Peterhead, Aberdeenshire and provides first-class 24-hour nursing care alongside expert care for people with dementia in a Memory Lane Community. A team of highly-qualified and... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Almond Valley Care Home
1 Almondside, Livingston EH54 6QU
"Im so happy my dad is there, everyone is so nice and helpful and caring couldn't ask for anything better, staff are lovely the food is..."Read all 26 reviews

from £1,935 / week66 Rooms

Almond Valley Care Home is a luxury, purpose built care home located in the heart of West Lothian and is dedicated to providing exceptional care and comfort to its residents. The home offers a comprehensive... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • Learning Disability Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Highgate Care Home
610 Old Edinburgh Road, Uddingston, Glasgow G71 6HQ
"My stepmum has been welcomed into Highgate as if she has been here forever. All staff have been very welcoming, and the level of care given..."Read all 121 reviews

from £1,406 / week80 Rooms

Group/Owner HC-One

Highgate Care Home, situated in the peaceful residential area of Uddington, supports older people to lead their best lives with personalised nursing and nursing dementia care. Highgate recently underwent... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Lomond Court Care Home
Woodside Way, Glenrothes KY7 5RW
"Our family are so relieved to have found such a caring place for Mum to stay. She moved there in early July and we have found the staff and..."Read all 89 reviews

from £1,675 / week40 Rooms

Group/Owner HC-One

Lomond Court Care Home, situated in the heart of Glenrothes in Fife, supports older people to lead their best lives with personalised nursing dementia care. The café area at Lomond Court is a very... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Mental Health Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Kirk Lane
8 Kirk Mews, Livingston Village, Livingston EH54 7FR
"Can I just say that having a liason staff member that has taken my mum out for tea has given her a new social side to her time in kirk Lane..."Read all 40 reviews

from £2,158 / week60 Rooms

Group/Owner Randolph Hill Nursing Homes Group Ltd

Kirk Lane is part of the highly regarded Randolph Hill Nursing Homes Group and welcomes new residents. Situated in the heart of Livingston Village, this impressive, specially designed new build offers... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
The Birches Care Home
Comrie Road, Crieff PH7 4BJ
"My mum has been resident in The Birches for 5 weeks now and I couldn't be more impressed. The transition was so quick and easy and mum has..."Read all 87 reviews

from £1,459 / week31 Rooms

Group/Owner HC-One

At the heart of the attractive market town of Crieff in Perthshire, The Birches Care Home offers personalised residential and residential dementia care to older people. This friendly home offers many... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
  • Mental Health Care
Jordanhill House
533 Anniesland Road, Jordanhill, Glasgow G13 1TP
"My Mum has been a resident for 3 and a half years. It was such a wrench leaving her own flat but the staff here have been wonderful..all so..."Read all 80 reviews

from £1,500 / week38 Rooms

Group/Owner Foxcare Ltd

Jordanhill House, in Glasgow, is a homely and welcoming accommodation ideal for numerous old age related care needs, including for dementia and other sensory impairments. Residents and their families... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
Northcare Residences Stirling
20 Lower Bridge Street, Stirling FK8 1AA
"The staff are very caring and competent and the facilities are excellent. The services offered in the Brasserie area are excellent and the..."Read all 55 reviews

from £2,095 / week65 Rooms

Group/Owner Northcare Scotland Ltd

Northcare Residences is a purpose-built luxury care home in Stirling. The skilled and experienced team provide 24 hour nursing care which is tailored to each individual's unique support needs and wishes. Each... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • Mental Health Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Greenan Manor
2 Tiree Avenue, Ayr KA7 4GH
"Our father in-law stays for respite, he loves the care and experience. We asked for notes of his stay and we received this, so we could..."Read all 52 reviews

from £1,075 / week52 Rooms

Group/Owner Meallmore Ltd

Greenan Manor is the newest Meallmore care home to open in Doonfoot, Ayr (January 2021). Greenan Manor boasts an array of beautiful coastal views across Ayr Bay to the Isle of Arran, yet is only 3 miles... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Bankview
Kilsyth Road, Banknock, Bonnybridge FK4 1TD
"After a fall at home & stay in hospital Drs said it would be much safer if Aunt went into full time care. Since coming to Bankview she has..."Read all 117 reviews

from £1,525 / week65 Rooms

Group/Owner The Holmes Care (Group) Ltd

Bankview Care Home is a 65 bed registered care facility specialising in dementia care. The home is positioned within large, peaceful, wooded grounds and is conveniently located within easy reach of... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • Learning Disability Care
  • Mental Health Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Murrayside
34 South Beechwood, Edinburgh EH12 5YS
"Murrayside is a care home with a difference - it has such a happy and caring mood throughout its corridors and rooms from the lovely staff...."Read all 109 reviews

from £2,165 / week63 Rooms

Group/Owner Care UK

Murrayside is a purpose-built care home in Edinburgh that offers the best residential, nursing and specialist dementia care in stunning surroundings. All bedrooms have en-suite facilities and the home... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • Mental Health Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Burnfoot Care Home
Ayr Road, Patna, Ayr KA6 7JW
"My wife been at Burnfoot for year half now allways pleased with staff care and attention to Bernie. Enjoy spending time with my wife at all..."Read all 61 reviews

from £1,480 / week48 Rooms

Burnfoot Nursing Home is an Ayrshire facility from the portfolio of West Coast Care, a care provider of a number of residential and nursing homes that are well-respected throughout the Scottish care sector. This... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Learning Disability Care
  • Mental Health Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Orchar Nursing Home
31/39 Beach Crescent, Broughty Ferry, Dundee DD5 2BG
"Mum has now been in Orchar for 6 weeks - during this time ALL members of staff have been kind and attentive to her needs. The standard of..."Read all 94 reviews

from £1,600 / week40 Rooms

Group/Owner Carewise Homes Ltd

Orchar Nursing Home makes the most of a luxury interior and expert team in order to achieve quality support, was also benefitting from a wonderful location beside the waterfront. Orchar is registered... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Nazareth House - Glasgow
1647 Paisley Road West, Cardonald, Glasgow G52 3QT
"I can't thank the staff, carers and workers enough for caring for my aged aunt, showing her the utmost dignity and respect. Although she..."Read all 152 reviews

from £1,632 / week70 Rooms

Group/Owner Nazareth Care Charitable Trust

Nazareth House, Glasgow, is a seventy-capacity care accommodation, staffed by dedicated professionals to achieve consistent and personalised care standards. A versatile living environment includes... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
  • Mental Health Care
Balmoral by Northcare
512 Kilmarnock Road, Giffnock, Glasgow G43 2BW
"From the very outset when I contacted the Balmoral to request respite care for my friend for whom I was Health and Welfare Power of..."Read all 31 reviews

from £2,045 / week69 Rooms

Group/Owner Northcare Scotland Ltd

The Balmoral Care Home is a state-of-the-art luxury facility in Glasgow, featuring 69 beds. The dedicated and knowledgeable staff provide round-the-clock nursing care, customised to meet the individual... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
Ardnahein Care
10 Glenmorag Avenue, Dunoon PA23 7LG
"I am so grateful to the team at Ardnahein for the peace of mind they give me, knowing that my mother is safe, cared for and being given the..."Read all 67 reviews

from £1,550 / week30 Rooms

Situated in the picturesque West Bay of Dunoon, Ardnahein Care offers spectacular views over the River Clyde, visible from residents' bedrooms, cosy lounges, and the surrounding gardens. Ardnahein... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
  • Learning Disability Care
  • Mental Health Care
Mull Hall Care Home
Barbaraville, Invergordon IV18 0ND
"I feel I want to leave a review even though mum sadly passed away in May this year. This was mum's home from home. She referred to Mull..."Read all 76 reviews

from £1,428 / week42 Rooms

Group/Owner Sanctuary Care Ltd

Mull Hall has had an impressive refurbishment with some wonderful spaces for the residents to enjoy. As well as the lounges, there is a new conservatory which is a wonderful space to relax with loved... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Creggan Bahn Court
2 Seafield Road, Ayr KA7 4AA
"My mum has recently become poorly. The staff have been excellent in supporting her needs in a dignified and caring way. I have been kept up..."Read all 37 reviews

from £1,749 / week58 Rooms

Group/Owner Maria Mallaband Care Group Ltd

Located in a residential area in Ayr, Scotland, Creggan Bahn Court offers residential and nursing care for up to 58 residents. There are 58 rooms located across the home, with 2 dedicated to couples... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • Mental Health Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Barchester Queens Manor Care Home
565 Queensferry Road, Edinburgh EH4 8DU
"Mum was looked after so well during temporary respite care that she decided to stay. A very independent person, she needed some care..."Read all 81 reviews

from £2,150 / week60 Rooms

Group/Owner Barchester Healthcare Ltd

Queens Manor Care Home has been specifically designed to provide high-quality residential care to older people, including individuals living with dementia. The home is located on Queensferry Road, near... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
Oakbank Care Home
Countess Gardens, Crieff PH7 3DP
"Every time we visit we are welcomed by reception staff always a lovely smile Offers of beverages etc from cafe Mum has a fabulous..."Read all 57 reviews

from £1,550 / week70 Rooms

Oakbank Care Home, situated on Alligan Road in Crieff, Scotland, is a newly built luxury care home that blends the tranquillity of rural living with the modern comforts of a state-of-the-art facility.... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • Mental Health Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Crofthead Care Home
Sheephousehill, Eastfield Road, Fauldhouse, Bathgate EH47 9EF
"My mum moved into Crofthead this year February I couldn't be happier with the care she receives here. I know my mum is safe and being..."Read all 86 reviews

from £1,450 / week57 Rooms

Group/Owner Carewise Homes Ltd

Crofthead Care Home is a luxurious, grand and tastefully decorated nursing home, providing high quality nursing and care to all residents. The beautiful, picturesque area of Fauldhouse, West Lothian... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Northcare Suites Care Home
100 Telford Road, Edinburgh EH4 2NF
"My mum spent one week in respite care here as a potential model for more respite or permanent residence should that need arise. From the..."Read all 39 reviews

from £2,495 / week76 Rooms

Group/Owner Northcare Scotland Ltd

Northcare Suites Care Home is a purpose-built luxury 76-bed care home in Edinburgh. The skilled and experienced team provide 24 hour nursing care which is tailored to each individual's unique support... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Cluny Lodge
10-16 Cluny Drive, Morningside, Edinburgh EH10 6DP
"My mum was distraught at losing her independence and having to move into a nursing home. Everyone at Cluny Lodge worked incredibly hard to..."Read all 73 reviews

from £2,100 / week72 Rooms

Group/Owner Elder Homes Ltd

Cluny Lodge employs an experienced team of nurses and carers, who are able to fulfil their professional potential within a homely environment, at the same time as supporting a positive daily lifestyle. The... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • Mental Health Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Northcare Residences, Glasgow
1 Drumby Court, Clarkston, Glasgow G76 7AR
"We are very impressed with the care home. The building, decor and facilities are beautiful and maintained to a very high standard. The..."Read all 28 reviews

from £2,095 / week66 Rooms

Group/Owner Northcare Scotland Ltd

Northcare Residences Glasgow is the newest luxury care home in the Northcare Scotland group. Northcare Residences is a 66 bed home, located in Glasgow's southside. The home incorporates a luxury setting... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • Mental Health Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Buchanan House Care Home
5 Grampian Way, Bearsden, Glasgow G61 4SP
"My mother has been a resident at the care home for over a year now, and I couldn't be happier with the care she receives. She is..."Read all 109 reviews

from £1,580 / week53 Rooms

Buchanan House Care Home in Bearsden, Glasgow, provides residents with a home from home, offering residential, nursing, dementia and respite care, delivered with compassion and respect by the staff. The... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Maryfield West Nursing Home
31 Queens Road, Aberdeen AB15 4ZN
"Maryfield West has a very welcoming, homely ethos - when visiting I find all the staff friendly and cheerful, and you're always offered a..."Read all 74 reviews

from £1,900 / week25 Rooms

Maryfield West Nursing Home in the west end of Aberdeen, close to the city centre, provides high-quality nursing, residential, dementia and respite care. The passionate and skilled team offers personalised... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Chapel Level Care Home
34 Broom Gardens, Kirkcaldy KY2 6YZ
"From the initial visit to now 6 weeks into my mum's stay at Chapel Level Care Home have made the whole care experience very reassuring. The..."Read all 123 reviews

from £1,201 / week60 Rooms

Group/Owner HC-One

Located in the lovely town of Kirkcaldy, Chapel Level care home offers personalised nursing and nursing dementia care to older people. The friendly home offers many facilities for residents to enjoy,... Read more

  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Permanent Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care

Frequently Asked Questions about Scotland Older Person Care Homes

Older Person Care Home costs in Scotland

Average older person care home costs in Scotland by care type, compared to averages across the UK. Fees are based on the starting price for self-funded care, using carehome.co.uk data from 546 older person care homes with fees listed in Scotland.

Type of Care ProvidedScotlandUK
Residential Care£1,545£1,308
Residential Dementia Care£1,568£1,338
Nursing Care£1,621£1,549
Nursing Dementia Care£1,616£1,567
All Care Types£1,568£1,321

Keep in mind that fees can vary between providers and factors such as specific needs, location, room type and more can affect costs. For more information on older person care home fees across the UK and advice on how to pay, see our older person care home fees guide.

Average starting prices for self-funders in Scotland Care Homes by care type
Average cost of Residential Care from 382 care homes with fees listed
£1,545 per week
  • 18.1% above UK average
Average cost of Residential Dementia Care from 327 care homes with fees listed
£1,568 per week
  • 17.2% above UK average
Average cost of Nursing Care from 400 care homes with fees listed
£1,621 per week
  • 4.6% above UK average
Average cost of Nursing Dementia Care from 337 care homes with fees listed
£1,616 per week
  • 3.1% above UK average

How many older person care homes are there in Scotland?

There are 946 Older Person Care Homes in Scotland, including 519 Nursing Homes & 427 Residential Care Homes.

Which older person care homes in Scotland have the highest Review Score?

Woodlands Care Home, St Margaret's Care Home & Hilton Court Care Home are some of the older person care homes with the highest Review Score in Scotland.

Which older person care homes in Scotland offer Nursing Care?

Woodlands Care Home, St Margaret's Care Home & Barchester Kirkburn Court Care Home are some of the 491 Nursing Homes in Scotland.

How many elderly care homes offer Dementia Care in Scotland?

There are 567 elderly care homes offering Dementia Care in Scotland including Woodlands Care Home, St Margaret's Care Home & Balcarres Care Home.

Which elderly care homes offer Respite Care in Scotland?

Respite Care is offered by 676 elderly care homes in Scotland including Woodlands Care Home, St Margaret's Care Home & Balcarres Care Home.

How many older person care homes listings in Scotland have Reviews on carehome.co.uk?

There are 601 older person care homes listed with Reviews.

Which elderly care homes in Scotland have Bed Vacancies posted on carehome.co.uk?

There are currently 87 Care Homes with Bed Vacancies Posted.