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Nazareth House, Bonnyrigg, combines care and companionship with the benefits of a rich and active lifestyle, the emotional well-being of residents being as crucial to the home's success as physical care requirements.
The property is set in landscaped grounds and gardens, is a thirty-minute drive from Edinburgh furthermore there is a bus stop right outside Nazareth House which has a frequent reliable bus service providing convenient connections to the city centre...
Care Provided by Nazareth House - Bonnyrigg
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Learning Disability / Autism
- Mental Health Condition
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
- Eating Disorders
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 37 Service Users
Dementia Care TypesMild Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "mild dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Memory problems such as misplacing items and not be able to recall recent events (however, in some forms of dementia a person's memory may be unchanged)
- Difficulties thinking through problems and planning, making decisions
- Language and communication issues such as finding it difficult to recall the appropriate word in a conversation or following a conversation
- Poor orientation, getting lost in areas previously familiar to them
- Difficulty judging distances (more falls than usual)
- Changes in their normal mood including anxiety and depression
- In certain types of dementia, personality and behaviour changes may be present alongside or instead of issues with memory or concentration.
Moderate Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "moderate dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Worsened memory problems. Not always recognising own family members and friends. Repeating the same questions over and over again
- Worsened language and communication issues, forgetting what they are saying mid-sentence. Not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- More frequent confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Advanced Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "severe dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Severe memory problems. Not recognising family members and friends. Not being able to recall their own name
- Severe language and communication issues, not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- Severe confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Verbally or physically aggressive behaviour
If your loved one displays this type of behaviour you may need a care home that has specially trained staff. Verbal/physical aggression is often defined:
- Consistent shouting and screaming
- Verbal abuse
- Physical abuse
How we define Dementia Care Types
Mild Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "mild dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Memory problems such as misplacing items and not be able to recall recent events (however, in some forms of dementia a person's memory may be unchanged)
- Difficulties thinking through problems and planning, making decisions
- Language and communication issues such as finding it difficult to recall the appropriate word in a conversation or following a conversation
- Poor orientation, getting lost in areas previously familiar to them
- Difficulty judging distances (more falls than usual)
- Changes in their normal mood including anxiety and depression
- In certain types of dementia, personality and behaviour changes may be present alongside or instead of issues with memory or concentration.
Moderate Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "moderate dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Worsened memory problems. Not always recognising own family members and friends. Repeating the same questions over and over again
- Worsened language and communication issues, forgetting what they are saying mid-sentence. Not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- More frequent confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Advanced Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "severe dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Severe memory problems. Not recognising family members and friends. Not being able to recall their own name
- Severe language and communication issues, not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- Severe confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Verbally or physically aggressive behaviour
If your loved one displays this type of behaviour you may need a care home that has specially trained staff. Verbal/physical aggression is often defined:
- Consistent shouting and screaming
- Verbal abuse
- Physical abuse
How we define Dementia Care Types
- Mild Dementia
- Moderate Dementia
- Advanced/Complex Dementia
Other Care Provided
- Parkinson's Disease
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- COPD/Pulmonary Disease
- Bariatric Care/Obesity
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Smoking not permitted
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Bar/Café
- Residents Kitchenette
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
Additional fees will be charged for Hairdressing, Chiropody etc.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Nazareth House - Bonnyrigg for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Nazareth House - Bonnyrigg to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:
Funding Types Accepted
- Self-Funding (Private)
- Local Authority with Top-up
- Local Authority
Support you may be entitled to
- If you choose a care home based in Scotland, you may be eligible for the Scottish Government's Free Personal Care funding of up to £260.30 per week if you're over the age of 65. This support is not reflected in this fee amount.
Good to Know
Group / Owner
- Nazareth Care Charitable Trust
- Voluntary / Not for Profit Owned
Person in charge
- Bianca Courtney (General Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Mixed (no single-gender units)
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
- Number of floors: 2
Room Information
- Single Rooms (37)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (15)
Parking
- Onsite Parking Available
Nazareth House - Bonnyrigg Reviews (14)
Nazareth House - Bonnyrigg has a Review Score of 8.6 (8.645) out of 10, based on 4 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Nazareth House - Bonnyrigg has 14 reviews.
Staff always friendly and helpful. Always willing to update on Dad's health and wellbing. Dad has settled in well despite his very limited hearing, which he finds difficult. Management and administration staff always happy to assist with any on-site difficulties.
Thank you so much, Really appreciate the feed back will pass this on to the team :)
My husband moved into Nazareth House on 23rd August 2023. Since then, there has been numerous changes to management and staff. He has always been happy and well looked after, which makes my decision to have him go into care a lot easier. I think that the management is now the best anyone would ask for. If I have a problem, it is sorted out quickly and efficiently.
Thank you so much I will pass this on to the team it means so much :)
My mum has been resident in Nazareth House Bonnyrigg for 4 weeks and I have been hugely impressed with the level of care and activities provided for her. I was worried how my mum would settle in the care home, but she is happy and seems to be thriving in the environment. I have access to the app and there are regular posts showing what my mum has been doing and helps showcase the activities she has been taking part in.
Thank you so much this means a great deal I will pass this on to the staff team :)
The management are commited to doing their best for my resident friend to make her feel valued and happy. Visitors are made welcome.
There is also the little chapel where one can feel peaceful and the the local cafe for one-to-one visits.
Thank you so much this means the world to our team it is lovely to hear :)
I have lived in Penicuik for all my life, I was a council tenant. I hear that a family with children are in my house now. I love my flat but should my mobility problems get worse, I would have no problem about a move to Nazareth House. I was very happy with the staff and the room my friend has. My young carer and I were very impressed when we visited my friend.
This is so lovely to hear thank you so much! I will pass this on to the team.
I would also extend my thanks to the carer who went with Dad to the A&E and stayed with him till we got to the hospital. I visited Dad today and he is a lot better due to their reactions and care.
Thank you again.
I live in Cape Town, South Africa and came over in January to clear their flat and see them settled. The staff were amazing in their efforts to make them feel they were home and safe. They are sharing a room together. I believe it's a first for the home. This was very important for me, and my parents. They set up pictures from their flat to help them feel more at home.
Over the two weeks I was there, my parents slowly settled in and by the time I left, they were very acceptant of the move. They liked the meals, and the friendliness of the staff and felt safe.
Having spent the two weeks visiting every day, I returned to Cape Town feeling comfortable that my parents were in a good place and very comfortable with the staff, having established a good relationship with them, from management to the workers.
Thank you very much for your kind words. Your parents have settled in to the house well. All the staff are working together with your parents to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience.
Came here to this nursing home from Ireland to see my mother-in-law last weekend and I was very impressed with how homely and friendly the staff were. The rooms were spotless, when we arrived we were offered tea or coffee which was nice. My mother-in-law showed us around the bedroom etc I could see she was happy out chatting away to staff and myself and her son. The guy, (didn’t catch his name) who showed us a room to sit and chat and brought us tea and biscuits was so nice and helpful. We left to return home to Ireland knowing that she was being well taken care of. We will return again soon.
I always know my mum is well looked after staff are very attentive and caring home is always clean and tidy always someone happy to help with any enquiries we have and always informs us of upcoming open days etc.
Nazareth House is amazing, the staff are friendly and fun and very helpful and accommodating, my children love to play on the lovely grounds when they come to visit, my granny’s washing is always done and she is well looked after.
My dad is well looked after and is happy at the home. We are happy he is so well taken care of. He has only been in a few weeks, but we can see he is in the right place for all his care needs. The home keeps us updated and checks he is happy at all times.
Visited my grandad at Nazareth House for the 1st time today. I am so relieved as I was worried. It is a lovely home. The care is of a high standard and residents are treated so well. Staff are lovely to talk to and work very hard. The home has a homely feel and very clean too. Most importantly my grandad loves it there and is so much healthier.
The staff are lovely and take great care of all the residents and have great respect for all visitors. I find visiting very pleasant and if activities taking place visitors can join in too.
From the minute my wife and I walked in Nazareth House - Mid Lothian, we knew it was a special place. Soft and homely furnishings, wonderful staff, very neat, clean and welcoming. My mother has been a resident since December 2019 and we are grateful for the kindness and consideration taken with her care. Within our community, we often hear the same glowing reviews of others that also have family members as residents at Nazareth House. Thank you to all the staff, we appreciate everything you do.
Thank you for your very thoughtful review of our service.
Regulatory Rating
Care Inspectorate (CI) Rating
Date: 24 November 2025- How well do we support people's wellbeing?Adequate
(3)
- How good is our leadership?Good
(4)
- How good is our staff team?Good
(4)
- How good is our setting?Adequate
(3)
- How well is care and support planned?Good
(4)
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Meet the Team (1)

I am the General Manager of Nazareth House care home in Bonnyrigg. I am a highly experienced and dedicated Health and Social Care professional with over 17 years of experience in the sector, supported by a strong academic background progressing from Level 2 through to a BA (Hons) Degree (Level 6) in Health and Social Care. My career and education have provided me with a comprehensive understanding of delivering high-quality, person-centred care alongside effective leadership and management within care settings.
I began my academic journey at Level 2, developing a solid foundation in essential care principles, including safeguarding, communication, equality, diversity, and person-centred approaches. Progressing through Level 3, I strengthened my ability to apply these principles in practice, supporting individuals with varying needs and working collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.
At Levels 4 and 5, I expanded my knowledge in key areas such as health promotion, psychology, sociology, and legislation, while enhancing my analytical and problem-solving skills. Completing my BA (Hons) Degree at Level 6 further developed my expertise in leadership, management, and critical evaluation of contemporary issues in health and social care, equipping me to drive service improvements and deliver evidence-based practice.
With over 17 years of hands-on experience in the sector, I have developed a strong understanding of the complexities of care delivery and the importance of maintaining high standards. For the past two years, I have worked as a General Manager within Nazareth House care home, where I have successfully established a strong and sustainable foundation for the service. I have led improvements in recruitment, building a skilled and reliable team, and have enhanced the overall environment to create a safer, more supportive, and homely setting for residents.
My leadership approach focuses on promoting a culture of excellence, teamwork, and continuous improvement, ensuring that residents receive compassionate, dignified, and person-centred care at all times. I am committed to ongoing professional development and strive to make a positive and lasting impact within the health and social care sector.
Frequently Asked Questions about Nazareth House - Bonnyrigg
What types of Care is Nazareth House - Bonnyrigg registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Learning Disability / Autism, Mental Health Condition, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment, Eating Disorders are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Nazareth House - Bonnyrigg have?
There are 37 Single Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Nazareth House - Bonnyrigg?
Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Smoking not permitted, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Minibus or other transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Bar/Café, Residents Kitchenette, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Nazareth House - Bonnyrigg to the centre of Bonnyrigg?
0.4 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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