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The lovely home offers many facilities for residents to enjoy such as on-site hair salon, landscaped gardens and internet café located on the first floor. The enhanced wellbeing programme allows residents to pursue hobbies and interests whilst learning new skills.
Lothian House boasts a range of lovely dining areas where...
Care Provided by Lothian House Care Home
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 48 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
Other Care Provided
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Residents Kitchenette
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Lothian House Care Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Lothian House Care Home to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:
Funding Types Accepted
- Self-Funding (Private)
- Local Authority with Top-up
- Local Authority
- NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)
Good to Know
Group / Owner
- HC-One
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Jill Barlow (Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Last Refurbishment: 2019
Room Information
- Single Rooms (48)
Lothian House Care Home Reviews (216)
Lothian House Care Home has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.809) out of 10, based on 42 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Lothian House Care Home has 216 reviews.
Very friendly and happy staff.
My wife has only lived in Lothian for a short while and I must say the home is of the highest standard and the staff are all kind and considerate. 10 out of 10.
The home is spot on. They really care about the residents/trips out and the manager and staff are great.
When I come to see my gran she always looks well. The staff are very kind and supportive. The grounds are very clean and tidy and are very well kept. I would highly recommend Lothian House.
Dad is happy and has never complained to us about his care.
Absolutely brilliant I couldn't recommend the home enough. The staff are always professional and very friendly and approachable. The food that I've seen is lovely, the rooms are clean. My mam though, I thought a few weeks back wouldn't be here, has recovered marvellously down to the care and attention she receives from the home.
Mam first came into Lothian for 3 weeks of respite care, but then did not want to go back home. She feels safe and well looked after and enjoys her meals, especially the glass of red wine that she always has with her meal. Staff are always friendly and welcoming and the home is clean and well kept. The staff are very caring and treat the residents like family members. The garden area with its chairs and umbrellas has been a lovely area to sit during the hot weather. I would recommend Lothian House to anyone whose relative is needing extra care.
I have been in Lothain House for 4 weeks. I like all the nice people who are here. The staff are nice. I love my bedroom and one of the staff has decorated it for me with love hearts and wall stickers. The food is nice and I get more than plenty.
I came into Lothian House for 3 weeks whilst my family went on holiday to China. When they came back, I didn't want to leave. I felt lonely at home, I really loved it here. I met new and old friends whom I haven't seen in years.
I have had 3 rooms and staff have been very helpful to ensure I'm safe and retain my independence. I now have a room with a lovely view as I requested.
When I visit my mam I always find the staff very friendly and extremely helpful with anything I need to know about my mum or anything else.
We've been very happy with all that this care home has offered my mother over the last 3 years. She is happy and therefore to are we.
I am totally happy with the care my wife receives in Lothian House. The staff are fantastic, especially the deputy Manager. Nothing is ever a bother to her, nothing is too much trouble. She is great. I have spoken to the other staff also about her and they think she is great also. I would not wish my wife to be anywhere else.
I am very happy with Mam's care. Staff are very friendly and polite when I visit. My Mam is happy with the food that is served, always plenty on offer. I would have no hesitation recommending Lothian House to anyone coming to Lothian House.
Staff are very helpful and if there are any problems I am always contacted by phone or told when I visit my Mam. The care home is nice and airy and has an outside decking area, making it great to sit outside in the sun. My Mam is safe and happy in this care home.
Lothian House is a very good care home and the care my mother has received has been excellent. The management and staff are extremely attentive and show every resident a high level of understanding and respect. Everyone is treated with utmost dignity and it really is a home from home.
My mother came to Lothian House to help her with her mobilty for short-term respite. Each day I have seen a massive improvement in all her care needs. The staff are very friendly, helpful. My mother states the meals, snacks were very nice and choices offered. The management were helpful and supportive.
Mam talks about how great the night staff are and say they are fantastic. Mam enjoys the food and has a variety of choices.
Lots of activities for mam to join in, a fantastic home.
A great range of activities and trips are provided which is of great benefit to my uncle, who likes to keep as active as possible. The staff are very friendly and cannot do enough for the residents, supported by a very good hands-on manager.
I enjoy all since I arrived here on the 12 April 2018. The meals are ok. I am happy with the choices of food.
The staff are exceptionally professional, kind and can't do enough for the residents and also for the relatives.
The attention to detail making sure we were well cared for during the final stages of our relative's life was exemplary.
We can't thank the staff enough.
Bed Vacancies
2 Bed Vacancies
Posted: 06 August 2026Dementia residential
News (12) & Events (0)
- 04 Jun 2025
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- 20 Nov 2024
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- 18 Nov 2024
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Awards / Recognitions (12)
- 30 Jan 2026Recipient: HC-One
- 28 Feb 2023Recipient: HC-One
- 30 Jun 2022Recipient: Lothian House Care Home
Accreditations
There are no accreditations posted yet for Lothian House Care Home.
Meet the Team (1)

“I believe that kind care means putting someone else’s needs before your own and making them feel special.”
Jill has gained over 20 years of experience in providing care and support to older people, to enrich their lives. She is a knowledgeable and committed leader who is passionate about delivering the highest standards in care and quality of life for Residents.
Having worked at Lothian House for a number of years, Jill closely shares HC-One’s vision is aiming to provide the kindest care for each and every Resident. She extends this caring approach to her colleagues and works closely with them to deliver care and support to Residents in a way that they gain the most benefit, in a warm and welcoming home.
She also works hard to arrange events and activities with nearby schools and clubs and is always keen to include the local community in life at Lothian House.
When asked what she enjoys most about her role, Jill remarked: “I just love the satisfaction of ensuring the safety and wellbeing of our Residents.”
Away from work, Jill enjoys weekends away with her partner and socialising with her friends and family.
If you would like to find out more information about Lothian House, Jill has an ‘Open Door Policy’ and would be pleased to welcome you for an informal discussion.
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