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Known for its welcoming atmosphere and excellent standards of care, the home is situated just off Ferry Road. It is a modern, purpose-built bungalow with space for just 12 residents. It offers comfortable private bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms and kitchenettes, bright communal spaces, and secure gardens where...
Care Provided by Craighall House
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 12 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
Other Care Provided
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- Bariatric Care/Obesity
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Smoking not permitted
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Wheelchair Access
- Ground Floor Accommodation only
- Gardens
- Residents Kitchenette
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
Fees are tailored to the individual and are dependant on many factors, exact pricing can be discussed with the care home Manager.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Craighall House for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Craighall House 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
- Mansfield Care Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Jo Dickman (Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 60+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Year Purpose Built: 1989
- Last Refurbishment: 2021
- Number of floors: 1
Room Information
- Single Rooms (12)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (12)
Visiting
- open visiting
Parking
- on site parking available
Craighall House Reviews (7)
Craighall House has a Review Score of 9.3 (9.250) out of 10, based on 3 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Craighall House has 7 reviews.
Excellent.
We thank you for your review, positive feedback helps us know we are getting things right, we really appreciate it
My father is being well card for by excellent staff. I get on well with all members of staff, good communication all round. I am kept well updated on my fathers well being.
Thank you so much for your kind comments, we take great pride in looking after our Residents and their families and it gives us joy to know that we are doing this well
A lovely little nursing home. There is many smiling faces and laughter. They emphasise that they work at the residents home. (Not the other way round). It is a real home for our grand mother. The rooms are sun lit. The patio is south facing and warm. We feel that mum is safe. Her weight and her energy levels get monitored. We got a phone call when mum had a little tumble (once). The carers don't hesitate to call the GP if needed and organise medication very well.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are thrilled to hear that you had such a positive experience . Our team is dedicated to providing the highest level of care and support, and it means the world to us to know that our efforts are making a difference.Your kind words about our staff and...
My mother is very comfortable and well cared for at Craighall House. The staff are very attentive caring and welcoming. The size of the care home means that she gets a very personalised level of care, and the staff listens to her and always tries to ensure her needs are met. It gives me a lot of comfort to know that she is safe and in such good hands. Her room is lovely, and it is very handy to have a small 'kitchen' area with a mini fridge, as my mother likes having her coffee maker, and it helps her maintain a feeling of independence. The ensuite shower room is also great. The staff always make visitors feel welcome and are also very helpful when it comes to arranging a taxi for an outing or to attend an appointment. It is fantastic having a Park nearby, for outings, and also a small convenience shop, for shopping trips. I am so grateful to the staff for everything they do to support my mother and for making Craighall House such a friendly and welcoming place.
I’m absolutely delighted with the home which provides excellent care. The staff are so welcoming and friendly and everyone is made to feel at home. My dad is very happy here and that’s so good to see and gives me peace of mind too.
The staff is very helpful and accessible and it is very relaxed and friendly.
I cannot thank the staff enough for taking such good care of my Mother.
Thank you so much for your very kind comments, it's great to get positive feedback about what we are doing well. We love having Mum stay with us and enjoy her witty banter.
Mum also enjoys the food and loves a bit of chit-chat with the staff.
We are happy to have found Craighall House although being small, it's like living with a large Family.
Thank you so much for your lovely comments, it is our pleasure to support your Mum as part of our Craighall family.
Bed Vacancies
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News (1) & Events (0)
- 30 Sep 2024
https://www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/news/scotlands-top-10-care-homes-named-in-2024-league-table-including-three-in-edinburgh-4802070
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Accreditations
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Meet the Team (1)

Jo brings 32 years of nursing experience, having qualified as a Registered Mental Nurse (RMN) in 1994 in Ayrshire & Arran. She joined the Mansfield Care team in 2006 as a Staff Nurse at Argyll House in Kilmarnock, one of our sister homes.
In 2010, Jo relocated to Edinburgh, where she took on the role of Deputy Charge Nurse at another one of our sister homes, Belleville Lodge, before stepping into a managerial role in 2013. In 2018, Jo transitioned to Home Manager of Craighall House. Since then, she has continued to grow in her leadership within the company, always striving to provide the highest standard of care.
Passionate about promoting independence, Jo is dedicated to helping residents achieve their full potential. She has built a strong, committed team of highly trained staff who share her vision for exceptional care and support.
At Craighall House, senior staff are all qualified to SVQ 3 as a minimum, while care staff hold SVQ 2 qualifications. Continuous learning and development are at the heart of Jo’s approach, and she ensures that all staff are encouraged and supported to further their skills and knowledge on an individual basis.
Frequently Asked Questions about Craighall House
What types of Care is Craighall House registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Craighall House have?
There are 12 Single Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Craighall House?
Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Smoking not permitted, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Wheelchair Access, Ground Floor Accommodation only, Gardens, Residents Kitchenette, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Craighall House to the centre of Edinburgh?
1.8 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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