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Review of Hermitage House from W S (Daughter of Resident) published on 7 July 2026 Submitted via Postal Card•
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My father has been a resident in Hermitage House for nearly 2 years and the level of care has been excellent. He has complicated health needs and these are all addressed in a very professional manner. The staff are wonderful and treat him with respect and dignity. Everyone is very friendly and supportive. I cannot recommend Hermitage House highly enough.
↩Reply from Katriona Hegarty, Care Home Manager at Hermitage House
Thank you so much for your kind words and positive feedback. We are delighted to hear that you had such a positive experience with us. Our team is dedicated to providing the highest standard of care, support, and comfort, and it is wonderful to know that our efforts have made a difference.
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Review of Hermitage House from E C (Son of Resident) published on 22 June 2026 Submitted via Website•
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My Mum is in Morar living Hermitage house, the place is more akin to a 5 star hotel. Kat (Manager) and Debbie (Deputy Manager) makes everything so easy, from form filling to day to day running, Holly is your first point of contact, she always has a smile and is so happy to help. Mum is on the second floor, where Ellis Charlene and Ashley lead an amazing team where nothing is too much trouble, the activities ladies (Siobhan and Alison) arrange a wealth of activities. John (the Handy man) could not do enough to help, nothing is a problem.
Over all we as a family could not think of a better place for Mum to be in.
↩Reply from Katriona Hegarty, Care Home Manager at Hermitage House
Thank you very much for your kind words and for sharing your positive experience with us.
We are delighted to hear that you feel your mum is well supported and cared for. Our team works hard to create a warm, respectful, and comfortable environment for everyone, and it is incredibly rewarding to...
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Review of Hermitage House from Walter M (Brother of Resident) published on 22 June 2026 Submitted via Website•
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Hi, very happy with the service provided, staff very professional, pleasant and helpful. Management team very helpful and understanding. From my initial contact with the care home and a total understanding of the difficult position I was in trying to look after my sister the manager arranged a visit for me and my family to visit the facility and see what options were available to me. Fortunately a room became available a short time after and this gave me a very difficult and emotional decision to make. When my decision was made and the staff were made aware of what was happening, the admittance took place, under very difficult circumstances, this was handled very professionally by the relevant staff, who made it happen. I am now in a situation whereby I know now it was the right decision, although again I may add probably one of the hardest decisions I have ever had to make.
It gives me comfort knowing that my sister is safe and secure, being well looked after.
↩Reply from Katriona Hegarty, Care Home Manager at Hermitage House
Thank you so much for your kind and thoughtful review. We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. It means a great deal to our entire team to know that our care, compassion, and commitment have had a positive impact. Providing a safe, supportive, and homely environment for...
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Review of Hermitage House from J C (Daughter of Resident) published on 17 June 2026 Submitted via Website•
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My experience of Hermitage House has been second to none. Having a loved one move into a care home can be really tough and knowing that that hermitage house is clean and welcoming and the staff are amazing and I feel my loved one is being very well cared for. The care being delivered is very personal centred, professional and the respect shown to the residents and their families is top class. I have never been in a care home like Hermitage House and feel so lucky my family member managed to secure a space there to be cared for. Knowing I want to visit my mum often makes this a better experience when the environment seems calm and friendly and the staff can never do enough. They extra activities on offer break up the week for residents and can bring joy to them and their families.
I feel part of Hermitage House family and couldn't be more grateful for all the hard work everyone delivers to make this care home one of the best in my opinion.
↩Reply from Katriona Hegarty, Care Home Manager at Hermitage House
Thank you so much for your wonderful 5-star review. We are delighted to hear that you had such a positive experience with our care home. Providing high-quality, compassionate, and person-centred care is at the heart of everything we do, so it is incredibly rewarding to receive such kind feedback....
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Review of Hermitage House from Martine G (Daughter of Resident) published on 17 June 2026 Submitted via Website•
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My Mum has been a resident at Hermitage a house for 3 months now. Words cannot describe how grateful we are as a family for the level of care that mum receives day in day out. The facilities and staff at Hermitage House are amazing and a credit to Morar Living.
↩Reply from Katriona Hegarty, Care Home Manager at Hermitage House
Thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to share your positive experience with our home. We are truly delighted to hear that you were pleased with the care and support provided. I will be sure to share this with the team.
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Review of Hermitage House from Chris P (Son of Resident) published on 4 June 2026 Submitted via Website•
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Mum recently moved in after struggling to cope at home. Staff and management instantly made her feel at home. The rooms and amenities are fantastic. Staff are friendly and on site nurses always reassure my mum with any changes to her medication. Highly recommended.
↩Reply from Katriona Hegarty, Care Home Manager at Hermitage House
Thank you very much for your kind words and positive feedback about our home and team. It truly means a lot to us. I will b e sure to share your comments with our dedicated staff, who will greatly appreciate your recognition.
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Review of Hermitage House from Mairi C (Daughter of Resident) published on 27 February 2026 Submitted via Website•
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It was a huge and heartbreaking decision to move my dad, who has alzheimers, into 24 hour care when we could no longer safely care for him at home. However, staff at Hermitage House have been incredible with both my dad and the wider family and the change of circumstances has actually become a positive experience for us all.
Despite resistance from my dad initially, he's settled really well and I believe this is down to the lovely, caring attitude of all the staff we've come across. It's clear that his care is provided to a really high standard and staff work really hard to make him feel valued and respected. There's lots of activities/social opportunities for him to join in with which was really important for us and has helped him to feel happy. The home itself is beautifully presented and very clean and most importantly the staff are excellent at what they do. I couldn't have asked for a better environment for my dad.
↩Reply from Lynn Cumming, Manager at Hermitage House
Thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to share your experience. We are delighted to hear that you are happy with the care and support provided. Our team works incredibly hard to create a warm, safe and welcoming environment, so your feedback truly means a lot to us. I will be sure to share your lovely comments with the staff
Thank you again for your trust and support.
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Review of Hermitage House from Fiona M (Daughter of Resident) published on 26 February 2026 Submitted via Website•
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It is such a difficult decision to move a beloved parent into a care home but the staff at Hermitage House really put my mind at rest. A lot of attention is put in for people with dementia including a sensory room that dad enjoys (it doubles up as a nice quiet sitting room), books with old photos of local areas, baby dolls and a pram. There are lots of staff around all the time and everyone has gone above and beyond in making dad welcome and reassuring us too. When he fell ill it was picked up by nursing staff and handled appropriately which is a weight off our minds.
Rooms and grounds are beautiful. Menus are appetising and having seen the food it looks as good as it sounds. Also little mini bars in each wing so residents and visitors can grab snacks or water when they need. Whenever I see staff with other residents I see them talking kindly and with genuine warmth.
↩Reply from Katriona Hegarty, Care Home Manager at Hermitage House
Thank you very much for your kind feedback. We understand how difficult this transition can be, so its wonderful to hear that our team has helped put your mind at ease.
We are delighted that your dad is happy and enjoying the environment, and your comments about our staffs care and kindness mean a...
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Review of Hermitage House from Neil H (Son of Resident) published on 24 September 2025 Submitted via Website•
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Hermitage House is a fabulous care home. It is a very difficult decision to put your vulnerable loved one in the care of others but Hermitage House made it so easy. The attention to detail, caring staff & beautiful surroundings were amazing. We can't thank the staff enough for giving my mum the wonderful care and attention she needed. Thank you!
↩Reply from Lynn Cumming, Manager at Hermitage House
Thank you for your kind review. It means so much to us at Hermitage house
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Review of Hermitage House from C J (Son-in-law of Resident) published on 9 September 2025 Submitted via Postal Card•
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This is a lovely modern care home. It is airy, and the rooms are large and clean. The staff are kind, compassionate and incredibly understanding & tolerant. They provide a wonderful level of care to the residents and their relatives.
↩Reply from Lynn Cumming, Manager at Hermitage House
thank you so much for your kind review, and for taking the time to do so.
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Review of Hermitage House from M W (Daughter of Resident) published on 26 June 2025 Submitted via Website•
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My mum has been living at Hermitage for 18 months, and we've been consistently impressed by the excellent care and warm, welcoming environment. The home is modern, clean, and spacious, with safe outdoor areas and comfortable spaces for quiet family time or a change of scene. The staff are outstanding - kind, skilled, and always going the extra mile. The manager is approachable and operates an open-door policy, so any suggestions or concerns are dealt with quickly and effectively. The clinical lead and team leaders listen closely and involve both residents and families in care planning. Mum has very complex needs, including severe aphasia and physical disability, but the team has supported her to enjoy the best possible quality of life and independence. They've welcomed input from physiotherapists, neuropsychologists, and occupational therapists, ensuring truly personalised care.
We feel very lucky to have found Hermitage - it gives us real peace of mind.
↩Reply from Lynn Cumming, Manager at Hermitage House
Thankyou for you lovely kind review, this means so much to the hard working staff, we really appreciate you taking the time to leave a review.
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Review of Hermitage House from K H (Daughter of Resident) published on 2 June 2025 Submitted via Website•
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My mum has been a resident at Hermitage house for 2 years. The standard of care has been exceptional. Everything is clean and well kept and food of a high standard.
The staff are amazing so kind and so caring. Could not wish for my mum to be in a better place in her later years. She's safe well cared for and treated with the utmost dignity. Thank to you all at Hermitage House.
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Review of Hermitage House from Ian S (Son of Resident) published on 23 May 2025 Submitted via Postal Card•
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My experience regarding my father at the care home so far has been excellent giving a homely environment with the staff going beyond the call of duty.
↩Reply from Lynn Cumming, Manager at Hermitage House
thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a kind review.
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Review of Hermitage House from Gary H (Grandson of Resident) published on 19 May 2025 Submitted via Website•
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My Granny was admitted to Hermitage House recently. I have never been a care home environment before and was worried. I shouldn't of worried the staff were warm and inviting and my Granny was well cared for and looked the best she had in months. Staff took the time to find about her likes and dislikes. While visiting i found the staff to be engaging and very aware of non verbal ques from my Granny
↩Reply from Lynn Cumming, Manager at Hermitage House
Thank you very much for your kind review, very much appreciated by us all here at Hermitage House.
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Review of Hermitage House from Jane B (Daughter of Resident) published on 13 May 2025 Submitted via Website•
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My father has lived in Hermitage House for nearly 3 years. He frequently says "aren't we lucky that Hermitage House opened at just the right time". Dad has always had very high standards, and he (and I) are very impressed with every aspect of Hermitage House: the staff & management, building/accommodation, facilities, food, etc.
All staff (carers, nurses, cleaners, handyman, receptionist, laundry etc) get know the residents very well. And Dad enjoys his chats with them. He is invited to go on outings and join in the many activities that are on offer, but if he doesn't want to join in, he is never forced to do anything he doesn't want to. They treat residents as individuals.
The manager's office door is always open, close by the front door. No appointment ever necessary. Residents and relatives are always greeted with a welcoming smile, and we are made to feel that our opinions and suggestions are always welcomed. I cannot recommend Hermitage House enough. 5-star 10/10
↩Reply from Lynn Cumming, Manager at Hermitage House
Thanks so much for your lovely review and taking the time to write this. This means so much to all our staff.
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Review of Hermitage House from L M (Daughter of Resident) published on 13 November 2024 Submitted via Website•
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When I was no longer able to care for my mum's needs at home I visited numerous care homes in the area. Hermitage House was stunning, the staff were warm and inviting, the manager eased my worries and concerns. I also looked into the care inspectorate reports and was very impressed at the high grading and feedback. My mum has now been in Hermitage House for a month and has settled well. Staff have got to know her routine and personality and have made me feel at home while visiting and at ease when leaving that my mum is safe and happy.
↩Reply from Lynn Cumming, Manager at Hermitage House
Thankyou so much for your lovely review, this means so much to us all here at Hermitage House
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Review of Hermitage House from Thomas J (Grandson of Resident) published on 4 November 2024 Submitted via Website•
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Grandma is staying here. This is a very homely place. Staff are welcoming and comforting whilst being attentive. It's very clean. The activities are amazing. My granny especially loves the monthly singers.
↩Reply from Lynn Cumming, Manager at Hermitage House
Thank you very much for taking the time to write this kind review.
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Review of Hermitage House from Christine K (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 19 April 2024 Submitted via Website•
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My grandmother is a resident at Hermitage House and she is receiving the best care. The facilities are clean and safe which eases our minds. The staff are always friendly helpful and above all very caring. I highly recommend Hermitage House if anyone is looking for somewhere for a family member.
↩Reply from Lynn Cumming, Manager at Hermitage House
Thanks very much for your kind review this means a lot to us all at Hermitage House.
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Review of Hermitage House from Louise C (Daughter of Resident) published on 17 November 2023 Submitted via Website•
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Both my parents are in Hermitage House and as a family, we absolutely love it and very much feel that our parents are getting the best of care. The staff are so helpful and friendly and nothing is too much trouble.
↩Reply from Claire McLuckie, Deputy Home Manager at Hermitage House
Thank you so much for your excellent review.
Your parents are wonderful people and are a delight to care for.
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Review of Hermitage House from Liz C (Daughter of Resident) published on 13 November 2023 Submitted via Website•
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Hermitage House is an exceptional care home. My father resided with them for the last two years, joining them not long after the home opened. The care staff and support team are amazing, their compassion and care of my father, particularly in his last few weeks/days was outstanding. Staff went above and beyond to make sure his needs were taken care of, even going the extra mile to heat his food up extra hot as he always liked it!
↩Reply from Lynn Cumming, Manager at Hermitage House
Thanks so much for your review, it means a lot to us all, your dad was a pleasure to look after.
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