Galahill House is a small care home in Galashiels offering residential, nursing, and dementia care for up to 22 residents, set in its own mature grounds with a hillside, ponds, and wildlife on its doorstep.
The home is a traditional stone building with large windows that bring in plenty of light, fitted with modern care equipment. The dining room and lounges look out across the gardens, and private bedrooms, many with...
Galahill House is a small care home in Galashiels offering residential, nursing, and dementia care for up to 22 residents, set in its own mature grounds with a hillside, ponds, and wildlife on its doorstep.
The home is a traditional stone building with large windows that bring in plenty of light, fitted with modern care equipment. The dining room and lounges look out across the gardens, and private bedrooms, many with en-suite facilities, can be personalised with photographs and familiar belongings.
The team takes time to learn about each resident’s needs, preferences, and life history, ensuring that care supports individual independence and meaningful connections. Home Manager Jenny Hunter notes there are ample opportunities for residents who wish to participate in activities, with spacious areas that offer both tranquility and community.
Galahill House maintains close ties with the Galashiels community. Pupils from St Peter’s School visit for pond-dipping, hedgehog-spotting, and Easter egg hunts. The Gala Braw Lad and Lass join residents for an annual sing-song, and the home sponsors Gala Rugby, with residents attending matches. Residents may also be matched with befrienders through the Borders Volunteer Service or maintain connections with the local bowling club, library, and church.
Day to day there are arts and crafts, baking groups, gentle exercise, music and reminiscence sessions, and the secure gardens are well used in warmer weather.
Families considering care in Galashiels or the wider Scottish Borders may arrange a visit to Galahill House.
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Fees are tailored to the individual and are dependant on many factors, exact pricing can be discussed with the care home Manager.
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Galahill House has a Review Score of 9.2 (9.178) out of 10, based on 5 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Galahill House has 8 reviews.
At times there are activities in the sitting area all the residents seem to be...
The staff are always happy to help with anything and seem to be happy within their job.
Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a lovely review, we will be sure to feed this back to the team at Galahill!
Kind, caring, compassionate helped us with our every need during our recent bereavement. Lovely staff and home all around.
Kind, caring, compassionate helped us with our every need during our recent bereavement. Lovely staff and home all around.
My mother was transferred to Galahill House in 2022 after suffering a stroke. She has been well looked after and treated with kindness and respect. The care home staff promptly report any change in her condition. He room is a bit "tired" and could benefit from new blinds and curtains.
My mother was transferred to Galahill House in 2022 after suffering a stroke. She has been well looked after and treated with kindness and respect. The care home staff promptly report any change in her condition. He room is a bit "tired" and could benefit from new blinds and curtains.
I have lived here for two years and nine months and am reasonably well looked after. I am unable to participate in activities as I have suffered a stroke and can only use one hand.
I have lived here for two years and nine months and am reasonably well looked after. I am unable to participate in activities as I have suffered a stroke and can only use one hand.
My Mother has been a resident at Galahill House for almost a year now. When she moved in she was a scared and helpless woman who suffered dreadful dreadful tension headaches brought on by anxiety. Since then she has come back to life again - she feels safe and confident and the headaches have...
My Mother has been a resident at Galahill House for almost a year now. When she moved in she was a scared and helpless woman who suffered dreadful dreadful tension headaches brought on by anxiety. Since then she has come back to life again - she feels safe and confident and the headaches have completely disappeared. I attribute this to the excellent care staff who treat her as an individual they are clearly fond of and teat with dignity and respect at all times. They put their sound values into action and maintain high standards which is not always easy ( I speak as a former Care Home Manager myself ). They are very good at helping her make informed choices in a way that is meaningful and pitched at an appropriate level for her. My Mum is thriving now and, having seen the way other residents with more advanced dementia are cared for, I feel great comfort in knowing that she will always receive superb care as her needs change. I would confidently recommend Galahill House to anyone.
Thank you so much for your lovely review of Galahill Care Home. We truly appreciate your kind words and are so grateful for your recognition of the care and attention the Galahill team provide to your mum. It's a pleasure to support her, and we're glad to know she's in a place where she feels happy and cared for.
Activities seem to be irregular. I don't think there is an activity-focused member of staff at present. Certainly nothing taking place at the moment.
Activities seem to be irregular. I don't think there is an activity-focused member of staff at present. Certainly nothing taking place at the moment.
Activities are offered Monday to Friday to residents who wish to...
The rooms are well-cleaned daily.
My mum has now resided in Galahill House for nine months. During that time my views have remained the same. I may add that the continual dedication and tender loving person-centred care from all staff are outstanding. There are also various daily activities that the residents can participate in if...
My mum has now resided in Galahill House for nine months. During that time my views have remained the same. I may add that the continual dedication and tender loving person-centred care from all staff are outstanding. There are also various daily activities that the residents can participate in if they wish, from dominoes to singing and light seated exercise in the comfort of the delightful, newly refurbished lounge. There is also a fabulous new coffee area with lovely comfy seating for you and your loved one to have a coffee/tea and a chat. So would just like to thank all the staff members across the board - give yourselves a good pat on the back. You are doing an awesome job.
Thank you for your review, we are more than appreciative of your views and hope to continue the best of care.
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Jenny started with Mansfield Care as a domestic worker, quickly progressing through roles to become Home Manager of Galahill House in October 2024....
Jenny started with Mansfield Care as a domestic worker, quickly progressing through roles to become Home Manager of Galahill House in October 2024. Over 14 years, she gained valuable experience and developed a deep love for her residents and team. Jenny finds it rewarding to make a meaningful difference in people’s lives and now can’t imagine working anywhere else. Outside of work, her greatest joy is her son, and to recharge, she enjoys walking in the hills, finding peace in the fresh air.
One of her favourite parts of the week is the coffee afternoon at Galahill, where residents, the team, and prospective residents connect in a warm, friendly atmosphere. Jenny’s journey at Mansfield Care is a testament to her commitment and passion for her role.
The care home lists weekly fees per person from £1,880 for residential care (respite from £1,880) and from £1,880 for residential dementia care (respite from £1,880). Funding accepted: Self-Funding (Private), Local Authority with Top-up.
Older Person Care, Dementia, Learning Disability / Autism, Mental Health Condition, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
There are 24 Single Rooms.
Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Smoking not permitted, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Stairlift, Wheelchair Access, Ground Floor Accommodation only, Gardens, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.
0.4 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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