

Care Provided by Galashiels Nursing Home
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Nursing Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- Dementia Nursing 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
- Convalescent Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Galashiels Nursing Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
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 are over the age of 65) and Free Nursing Care funding of up to £117.10 per week. This support is not reflected in this fee amount.
Good to Know
Owner
- Pryce & Co Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Tracey Hair(Registered Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
- Last Refurbishment: 2010
Room Information
- Single Rooms (25)
- Couples/Companion Rooms (6)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (5)
Galashiels Nursing Home Reviews (8)
Galashiels Nursing Home has a Review Score of 9.0 (9.018) out of 10, based on 6 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Galashiels Nursing Home has 8 reviews.
We have nothing but praise for every member of staff at Galashiels Nursing Home. Staff always took time to make you feel welcome when visiting and were available at all times to discuss any aspect of mum's care. The home is spotless, they have varied menus to choose from and the activities available are fantastic from visiting entertainment and speakers to therapy pet visits. During mum's time in the home she was treated with care, compassion and dignity and for that we'll be eternally grateful.
I would like to give my heartfelt thanks to all the staff of the Nursing home who cared for my husband during his stay there. It must have been especially difficult for the nurses and carers during the last few weeks of his illness. My family and I would like them to know how much their care was appreciated. This meant so much to us at a very difficult time.
Thank you from all our team we appreciate your comments and review.
Mum has settled in grand at Galashiels Nursing Home, which is a relief as she was in her home in Newtown for 55 years. She is not the most sociable person but enjoys when I play dominoes with her. Staff try to encourage her to engage in activities but I'm not sure she takes up their offer. It's such a shame as I think she would benefit from the company and the change of scenery. All staff are very tentative and friendly towards Mum and myself any time I am visiting. Her room is compact but has everything she needs, it is clean and tidy and has some of her personal belongings which hopefully makes it more homely for her. Due to living with Parkinson's Disease, Mum's mobility is getting quite poor although staff, again, support and encourage her to get up and move when necessary. I can only thank all staff within the home for their care and support
Thank you very much for your review it is appreciated.
My mother has been a resident of Galashiels Nursing Home for quite a number of years and during this time she has been well cared for. As her dementia has worsened she has needed round-the-clock care and support and her needs have been met. Over the years we have seen many improvements in the home. Most of the key staff at the very start are still working there, which is a positive sign and important for the residents and their families to build a rapport with the staff.
Thank you for your review we appreciate your comments.
My mum went to stay at Galashiels Nursing Home in February 2024. She is unable to walk and uses a wheelchair. From the very first visit to the nursing home when I met the manager everyone seemed very happy and the staff were lovely. Mum is receiving the best care and is well looked after. Her needs are well met and visitors are treated well. The staff took time to chat with Mum and make sure she was happy and I knew that if there was a problem it would be sorted. I cannot praise the management, carers and all the other staff enough for everything they do. They go above and beyond, making Mum's life so much easier and she has fun with the other residents.
We thank you for your review and will pass your comments to staff.
Mum's care has been excellent throughout her stay. My questions have always been answered regarding her care which I value a great deal. All staff are friendly and approachable. Mum has been in the home some considerable time and she seems very settled.
We thank you for your review and comments. We will pass them on to staff.
Some carers think they can treat residents poorly and then cover it up with an apology when a complaint is made. The carer was not even suspended after a complaint was made to the home. We expect our loved ones to receive the best care while a resident in this home and not be neglected by those who are supposed to be caring for them just because they have more than one person to care for!
My husband has received the very best of care, always treated with compassion, respect and great kindness. This is very important due to him having advanced dementia. Great thought is given to his care. The atmosphere is quiet and peaceful. Also, the care of the patient's visitors is outstanding.
Regulatory Rating
Care Inspectorate (CI) Rating
Date: 28 October 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?Good
(4)
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Frequently Asked Questions about Galashiels Nursing Home
What types of Care is Galashiels Nursing Home registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Galashiels Nursing Home have?
There are 25 Single Rooms and 6 Couples/Companion Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Galashiels Nursing Home?
Own Furniture if required, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Minibus or other transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Galashiels Nursing Home to the centre of Galashiels?
0.4 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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