Lower Johnshill

Auchlochan, New Trows Road, Lesmahagow, Lanark ML11 0JS
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  • Lower Johnshill, Lanark
Welcome to Lower Johnshill Care Home, nestled in the picturesque Auchlochan Garden Village near Lesmahagow, Lanarkshire. The home offers a comprehensive range of services including residential, nursing, and specialised dementia care in a serene and tranquil setting.

With beautiful views surrounding the home, residents have the opportunity to relax and unwind amidst nature's beauty. For those seeking a little pampering, the beauty room offers a tranquil retreat where residents can indulge in some well-deserved self-care.

At Lower Johnshill Care Home, the experienced and compassionate staff prioritise dignity and respect, ensuring that every resident receives the highest quality of care tailored to their individual needs.

The team believes in keeping residents engaged and fulfilled and offers a wide range of activities to suit every interest. From flower arranging and gardening to singing sessions, or even going out on day trips in the minibus, there's something for every personality. Residents can also explore the scenic Auchlochan Garden Village, taking leisurely walks or enjoying trips to the village bistro for coffee and cake.

The team invites you to visit Lower Johnshill Care Home and see how they're dedicated to providing exceptional care while fostering a sense of community and well-being for all residents.
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Care Provided

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Physical Disability
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • For a maximum of 78 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • Palliative / End of Life Care
  • Convalescent Care

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • Smoking not permitted
  • 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

Good to Know

Owner

  • MHA Auchlochan Ltd

Person in charge

  • Emma Davies (Care Home Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Criteria

  • Specialising in care of Evangelical Christians
  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (78)
  • Single Rooms with Ensuite Wet Room (78)

Visiting

  • Lower Johnshill Care Home is thrilled to welcome visitors. Visitors are encouraged to visit their loved ones at their convenience; dedicated team members are always available to greet them with a warm welcome.

Parking

  • Lower Johnshill understands that convenience is key when visiting loved ones, which is why parking is hassle-free, offering on-site parking, completely free of charge.

Lower Johnshill Reviews (50)

9.4

Lower Johnshill has a Review Score of 9.4 (9.378) out of 10, based on 10 reviews in the last 2 years.
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Review from J J (Daughter of Resident) published on 4 September 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our whole experience has been excellent. The level of care and attention my mum has received has surpassed our expectations. Her room and bed have been clean every time we visit. A T.V was put into her room at the start, which allowed her to indulge in the programmes she likes. Staff have been so helpful
following her extended sty resulting from my accident.
Reply from Emma Davies, Home Manager at Lower Johnshill

Hi Thank you for you kind words from myself and the team in Lower Johnshill. We are delighted to hear your mum has enjoyed her stay and it is our pleasure to look after her each day. kind regards HM

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Review from Phil M (Nephew of Resident) published on 3 July 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Just like to say how impressed we were with the way the care home at Lower Johnshill. Every aspect of the place has to be commended. The surroundings, the building, the rooms are impeccable. Would highly recommend this care home.
From the minute you arrive, you are always warmly greeted, made to feel
so welcome by all the staff. The way the residents are treated is amazing. Even at the most difficult of times this week, the care staff and nurses were so dignified. Can't thank them enough.
Reply from Emma Davies, Home Manager at Lower Johnshill

Hi and thank you for your beautiful comments. we pride ourselves here at Lower Johnshill on the service we provide. It has been our pleasure to care for your relative.I will pass on your lovely comments to all our staff thank you again Home Manager and the team at Lower Johnshill

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Review from Manhar V (Son of Resident) published on 30 May 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am visiting from overseas to visit my ailing mother. I am a retired medical doctor who has looked after patients in a nursing facility. I have to this date never come across a facility like this one. The nursing care is absolutely outstanding. The caregivers are so polite and loving. Is it a Scottish
character or what? Thanks to one and all for looking after my mother so well.
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Review from Iona O (Daughter of Resident) published on 25 December 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The care that my dad has received is excellent. The staff are aware of his every need and provide all that he requires. After his discharge from hospital, we don't expect him to recover as speedily as he has - this is only down to the care and compassion shown to him by the staff at Lower Johnshill.
Reply from Emma Davies, Home Manager at Lower Johnshill

Thank you for your kind words, your dad was a real pleasure to look after and the staff take so much pride in the work they dokind regardsEmma

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Review from J B (Sister of Resident) published on 13 June 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Lower Johnshill is set in lovely surroundings, well kept gardens. The building itself is very attractive when you enter. All the staff are very helpful, the care staff are excellent, nothing is a problem. Bedrooms could do with updating.
Reply from Janis McFarlane, Regional Director at Lower Johnshill

Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts and positive comments regarding the care staff which is appreciated and will be fed back to the team at Lower Johnshill.

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Review from L S (Daughter of Resident) published on 24 May 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Mum wanted tranquillity and she got that and so much more from the care team at Lower Johnshill.]The rooms are like the staff, first class in terms of views and requirements.
The staff are compassionate and caring. They were so sensitive to Mum's needs.
I can't thank the whole team enough!
Reply from Janis McFarlane, Regional Director at Lower Johnshill

Thank you for your kind comments, it is always a pleasure to receive positive feedback. We appreciate the time you have taken to share your comments with us and we will share this with our team.

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Review from D W (Son of Resident) published on 21 March 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The care my mum receives from all the staff is to a very high standard. Front desk as you enter the building is staffed with a lovely helpful lady. The laundry staff has been helpful many times with Mum's laundry. The manager is also very helpful.
Reply from Emma Davies, Home Manager at Lower Johnshill

Thank you very much for your kind words. The staff in Lower Johnshill pride themselves on the care they deliver and it is so great to see the appreciation from loved ones all the best, Kind regards.

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Review from Margaret L (Wife of Resident) published on 18 March 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
All staff very assuring and welcoming a real family atmosphere, everything I put to staff and ask staff is dealt with quickly. My only one concern was when some agency staff were used they didn't have the same knowledge about my husband's medication (no fault of the Lower Johnshill staff) which at times
concerned me, but on saying that I couldn't wish my husband anywhere else for the attention he gets from all staff.
Reply from Emma Davies, Home Manager at Lower Johnshill

Thank you for your lovely comments we very much enjoy looking after your husband and I'm happy that any concerns are dealt with immediately, this is very reassuring. We have recently employed a number of nurses so we will see a massive reduction in the use of agency staff which will have a positive impact on the home. I will pass on your kind words to the staff kind regards

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Review from James F (Son of Resident) published on 18 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother received end-of-life care at Lower Johnshill, Auchlochan from November to May 2023. My mother did not anticipate or appreciate having to enter nursing care. She had been a strong independent woman all her adult life and wanted to spend her last days at home. However, necessity meant there
was no other choice. From admission, the staff at Lower Johnshill went out of their way to make her feel at home. They were caring compassionate and attentive to a degree that exceeded my expectations. We felt confident leaving her in their care and knew they could do for her what we could not. It was not long before Mother conceded that she could not be better cared for and that was a compliment she would not easily give. She was a difficult woman to please at times but the staff at Lower Johnshill did that consistently throughout her stay. They also were extremely accommodating and supportive to the family during and after her passing. We arrived as service users and left as friends.
Reply from Emma Davies, Home Manager at Lower Johnshill

This is so wonderful to hear and I cant thank you enough for your kind words. we pride ourselves in providing person-centred care to both our residents and their families. I know the staff very much enjoyed caring for your mum and she is missed each day i will pass on your kind words to all the staff. kind regards

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Review from S W (Day Care) published on 29 January 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Lower Johnshill is in a fabulous setting; the grounds are beautiful and extremely well kept, relaxing to walk in when you require to take time to yourself. Despite being in administration at present, the care being given to residents has not been affected, and all the staff remain caring, friendly and
approachable. The activity coordinator is inventive and motivated, bringing new ideas regularly. The nursing team and carers face many challenges on a daily basis but take these in their stride, and these are dealt with professionally and courteously. I would recommend Lower Johnshill with no hesitation.
Reply from Emma Davies, Home Manager at Lower Johnshill

Thank you for taking the time to submit your comments. We appreciate your positive feedback which is lovely to receive, and we will share this with our staff team.

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Review from C D (Daughter of Resident) published on 11 July 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My parents settled in well about two years ago. There were lots of activities when covid restriction allowed and they seemed very happy. Permanent staff are friendly and attentive. There seems to have been more agency/new staff recently. Staff cared for my mum in her last few days. My dad is less settled
since Mum died but is well cared for. Staff keep in informed. The reception and admin staff are excellent too. The care home is set in beautiful expansive grounds and there is a very good restaurant on site that is open to visitors.
Reply from Emma Davies, Home Manager at Lower Johnshill

Thank you for your kind words. We strive to be the best we can be and are very privileged to be able to care for Dad.
Kind regards.

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Review from J M (Son of Resident) published on 11 July 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
I cannot fault the standard of care that my mother has received at Lower Johnshill. Each and every member of staff has treated her with respect and dignity at all times and their support to the family has been excellent.
Reply from Emma Davies, Home Manager at Lower Johnshill

Thank you for your kind words, the staff at Lower Johnshill pride themselves on the care they deliver and it's great for them to receive positive feedback.
Kind regards.

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Review from Marion S (Friend of Resident) published on 13 February 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My friend went into the care home for some respite just before Christmas. From the moment she went in, she was treated with compassion and kindness. The staff and management did all they could to make her time there the best it could be. Her needs and wishes took priority. They couldn't have been more
professional. I cannot thank them enough for all they have done.
Reply from Emma Davies, home manager at Lower Johnshill

Thank you for your kind words regarding our staff and the care provided to your friend. It means so much for the care home to receive such positive feedback
your friend was a pleasure to care for and will be missed by all here in Lower Johnshill


kind regards

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Review from Malcom H (Brother of Resident) published on 26 December 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Lower Johnshill has a consistent and professional staff group. The care that my brother received was excellent, and the staff genuinely cares. We cannot express how grateful we are to the staff. They are all amazing!
Reply from Emma Davies, home manager at Lower Johnshill

Thank you for your kind words, your brother was a true part of Lower Johnshill and is missed each and every day.
I vwish you and the family all the best for 2023.

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Review from A V (Daughter of Resident) published on 4 November 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mum has been in this home for almost 10 years. She has received the best care and attention from all the carers and staff. The home manager is also exceptional.
Reply from Emma Davies, Home Manager at Lower Johnshill

Thank you so much for your kind words, it's great for the staff in Lower Johnshill to know that the job they do is worthwhile and appreciated. You and your mum are a big part of the Lower Johnshill family and it is an absolute pleasure to care for her

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Review from Margaret D (Daughter of Resident) published on 10 October 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My dad came to Johnshill in June 2021, as mum had advanced cancer and could no longer look after him. He celebrated his 90th birthday shortly after admission.
Mum died on July 23rd, and Dad had been in care for just short of a month.
He suffered from many chronic diseases.
He had many admissions
to the hospital during his short stay.
Luckily, he was able to 'come home' to spend his final days at Johnshill
He recieved the best care from all staff who came into contact with him.
He died, I am sure of a broken heart, three months after Mum.
I cannot thank the staff enough for their care, compassion, and despite Covid restrictions, empathy for our family and visiting Dad.
Thank you to all staff who work so hard, in such difficult times, with our loved ones.
A very grateful daughter.
Reply from Emma Davies, Home Manager at Lower Johnshill

Thank you for your very kind, heartfelt words. Your dad was an absolute pleasure to care for, and we miss him very much. It's just so wonderful for the team to hear such great praise. I will certainly pass on your thoughts to the team. All the best to you and the family.

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Review from I R (Daughter of Resident) published on 16 September 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Mum came to Lower Johnshill Auchlochan to allow my husband and I to have a holiday. Looking after mum for approximately 100 hours per week means respite care is invaluable. I was able to enjoy my holiday as the care provided at Lower Johnshill Auchlochan is exceptional. The staff were caring and considerate
and treated mum with dignity. The facilities, the grounds, and the food all made the respite period like a holiday for mum too. I would highly recommend it.
Reply from Emma Davies, home manager at Lower Johnshill

Thank you for your kind words, it was an absolute pleasure to care for your mum whilst you enjoyed your time away. We really hope to be able to have the opportunity again in the future.
We at Lower Johnshill wish you and your mum all the best and hope to see you again soon.


Regards


The team at Lower Johnshill care home

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Review from Alisa W (Daughter of Resident) published on 7 June 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My father was a resident in the home up to May 2022 when he sadly passed away in hospital. We are grateful to the staff at Lower Johnshill for all they did for the family and my father during his time with them.
Reply from Emma Davies, home manager at Lower Johnshill

Thank you for your kind words. it was a pleasure to care for your dad, he will be truly missed in Lower Johnshill Care home.

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Review from Mandy M (Daughter of Resident) published on 7 June 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Beautiful grounds. Caring and friendly staff. Clean and tidy rooms.
Reply from Emma Davies, Home Manager at Lower Johnshill

Thank you for your kind words, we aim to be the best at Lower Johnshill and really appreciate the support you provide as family members.

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Review from G C (Husband of Resident) published on 23 November 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My wife died on 27th October 2020. During the two year residence at Lower Johnshill, she was treated with care and compassion as indeed was I. She was always treated with dignity and gentleness.
Reply from Emma Davies, Home Manager at Lower Johnshill

It has been a pleasure to care for your wife and she will be sadly missed by everyone in Lower Johnshill. I thank you for your kind words and wish you all the best for the future.

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Current Review Score: 9.4 (9.378)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.4 (9.378) out of 10 for Lower Johnshill is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.7 out of 5 from 10 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.6 out of 5 from 10 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Care Home is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  1. 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months. The Average Rating of 4.737 for Lower Johnshill is calculated as follows: ( (92 Excellents x 5) + (21 Goods x 4) + (5 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 118 Ratings = 4.737
  2. 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5'). The 4.641 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Lower Johnshill is based on 10 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    1. 4 points are available for the first 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 4
    2. 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the registered maximum number of service users in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Care Home registered for a maximum of 50 service users has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 78 registered maximum number of service users is 15.6. 10 Positive Reviews ÷ 15.6 = 0.641
  3. When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
  4. If a Care Home does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

Regulatory Rating

Care Inspectorate (CI) Rating

Date: 11 Jun 2025
How well do we support people's wellbeing?
Good (4)
How good is our leadership?
Good (4)
How good is our staff team?
Good (4)
How good is our setting?
Good (4)
How well is care and support planned?
Adequate (3)
Care Inspectorate is responsible for the registration and inspection of social care services in Scotland. View Latest Report

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Frequently Asked Questions about Lower Johnshill

What types of Care is Lower Johnshill 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 Lower Johnshill have?

There are 78 Single Rooms.

What are the Facilities & Services at Lower Johnshill?

Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Smoking not permitted, 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 Lower Johnshill to the centre of Lanark?

5.7 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.

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