Care Homes Owned by Meallmore Ltd in City of Edinburgh

Lovely pleasant carers here you can get a laugh with them they take care of the residants they do a lot of activities with the residents and have movie days with them would recommend this care home.

I am happy to say he has settled in very well.

The care of them in my main concerns which I feel don't need worry about that and I know they are safe in this care home.

Our family is very happy with the care my uncle has been receiving after his multiple strokes and early onset dementia.

Even though his mobility and appetite have been deteriorating as of late, the team here clearly do their best for him every day. Communication has been solid as well, which matters because I'm not based in Edinburgh and have to manage his affairs from overseas. We're grateful for the support and attention he's getting.

I dont live locally so visit infrequently but Im happy enough with how mum and dad are cared for in my absence. No cause for complaint. Stimulating activities, kind abd helpful staff, well managed, clean

The staff can't be more helpful

The staff always let us know if there are any concerns or permissions required for vaccines etc.

My initial observations was that Forthland Lodge was not like a "normal" Care Home and could be described as a large bungalow integrated in a housing estate with a Conservatory looking onto an open well kept garden supplemented by other outdoor seating areas - excellent environment. Internally, the no of clients was just under 50 making it quieter than other Care Homes I viewed.

As most people agree, it is the level of care that is the most important factor and again my observations showed the staff displayed a high level of care in all aspects of my wife's needs along with showing empathy and some fun where appropriate. This was also the observations of my wife's friends and relatives who were always offered a cup of tea and biscuits on arrival.

I have not heard of any complaints of the meals provided, and the room was clean and tidy and equipped with full en-suite facilities (unlike some other Care Homes). Finally, there is generally no problems of getting parked.

The bedroom my mother sleeps in does on occasion smell of urine. The shower room WC on my last visit had not been cleaned properly. I cannot comment on the food and drink she is given. It appears when visiting my mum that the staff are attentive.

Our dad has been a resident here for over 4 years now. He is well looked after and comfortable here. We chose Forthland Lodge as it is local to us and we are pleased with our choice of care home. He is known to all the staff and is able to choose how much/little interaction he wants.

My dad is really happy and settled in Forthland Lodge. He has a lovely large room with his own toilet, shower room and TV. Occasionally he will sit in the restrooms that are also available. The staff are all very friendly and helpful. He enjoys his food and he has a large choice of meals to choose from during the day as well as being offered coffee and snacks. On a personal note, most of the time I can park outside the care home which is convenient and if I have ever had a question or issue I have found the senior staff obliging and efficient.

Great place to be.

Mum's overall care has been good. She is content and looks well. We do have an issue with the laundry and missing clothes. Which is frustrating and costly. Also Mum's TV remote keeps getting lost. Her room is clean and tidy. The staff are always friendly and supportive. As a visitor we are well cared for with the offer of tea and a biscuit. The facilities are well cared for and tidy.

Control of our Dad's diabetic diet could also be better.

I can't thank you all for the help and support you're giving my dad. We feel safe now Dad is with you, he is looked after well. Forthland staff are so helpful. Dad has had a new lower bed, alarms in his room and a crashmat if he falls. I get a phone call if Dad falls. I appreciate everything you do for my dad. Thank you.

My dad and myself are very pleased with the care that my mum is receiving in the home. We couldn't ask for anything more to be done. My mum appears to be settled and happy.

It is hard to see my mother as Alzheimer's ravages her, but, in this setting, she is safe, confident and busy, alongside peers and professionals who show affection kindness and diligence. This is a great comfort in difficult times.

My husband has now been in care for three years and his dementia has progressed rapidly. He is unable to make good use of the facilities in the home now, but as a family, we are happy with the care given. We are always informed of any changes in his health. Suffering from seizures he was prescribed medication and to avoid falls from his bed the bed was lowered and a safety mat put down. We also receive six monthly reviews and as a family, we are always consulted regarding his care and medication.

My husband is a resident of this care home. I feel basically he is being looked after well enough, but sometimes it is difficult to get any requests sorted out. He was measured for support stockings for his very swollen feet months ago. They were ordered, but still no sign of them. His badly swollen feet are affecting his mobility. He is also awaiting a little narrow table for his room. The one he has can't pull into his chair for him to drink. I would like to have more contact with the manager when I need things sorted out, but never see her. Quite a few of his items are missing, no sign of them.

I feel well having visited my friend today. He was all showered and shaved, his room and shower room was nice and clean. I am so pleased that he has progressed well since being in Forthland Lodge, Edinburgh.