Airthrey Care Home

Paul Drive, Airth, Falkirk FK2 8LA
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9.7 63 Reviews
  • Airthrey Care Home, Falkirk
Airthrey Care Nursing Home is a purpose-built care home located in Airth, close to Falkirk and Stirling.

With a team of professional and experienced registered nurses and care workers, the home provides personalised nursing care for older people, and those with dementia and other health conditions, in a homely environment.

As well as the caring team at the home, residents also benefit from access to external healthcare professionals, including GPs, Occupational & Physiotherapists, Speech & Language Therapists, Podiatrists, Specialist Nursing Services and Community Mental Health Teams. This ensures every aspect of their care is catered for. All team members follow infection control procedures at all times.

Airthrey Care Home's dedicated Activities Team offer residents a varied programme of activities that can be tailored to suit individual needs. Residents are supported and encouraged to socialise and continue their hobbies, making the most of life at the home as well as keeping connected with the local community. The home also has a trishaw that enables residents to go for assisted cycle rides.

The home offers 52 fully furnished ensuite bedrooms, and uses assistive technology to ensure the safety, well-being and mobility of residents, empowering them to be an independent as possible.

There are also four spacious lounge and dining areas where residents can choose to enjoy professionally prepared meals, as well as dedicated quiet areas within the home where residents can choose to relax, and secure landscaped gardens. Residents also have access to a hairdressing and beauty salon where they can enjoy some TLC.
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Care Provided by Airthrey Care Home

Primary Care Categories

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

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • For a maximum of 52 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia
  • Advanced/Complex Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Stroke
  • Palliative / End of Life Care
  • Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • Close to Local shops
  • Near Public Transport
  • Minibus or other transport
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Ground Floor Accommodation only
  • Gardens
  • Bar/Café
  • Residents Kitchenette
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Television point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access

Funding & Fees What's included?

Weekly Charges per Person

  • Self-Funded Residential Care: from £1600
  • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: from £1600
  • Self-Funded Nursing Care: from £1600
  • Self-Funded Nursing Dementia Care: from £1600
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Care: from £1600
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: from £1600
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Nursing Care: from £1600
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Nursing Dementia Care: from £1600

For further information relating to fees, please contact the home.

These prices are only a guideline, please contact Airthrey Care Home to find out the exact price for your requirements.

Contact Airthrey 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

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 £248.70 per week (if you are over the age of 65) and Free Nursing Care funding of up to £111.90 per week. This support is is not reflected in this fee amount.

Contact Airthrey Care Home to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:

Good to Know

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Michelle Ruiz-Beltran (Home Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

  • Ages 60+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes
  • Last Refurbishment: 2009
  • Number of floors: 1

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (52)
  • Couples/Companion Rooms (0)
  • Single Rooms with Ensuite Wet Room (52)

Airthrey Care Home Reviews (63)

9.7

Airthrey Care Home has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.747) out of 10, based on 17 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Airthrey Care Home has 63 reviews.

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Review from Bill P (Son of Resident) published on 28 February 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My mother has been a resident in the Mercat unit of Airthrey Care for 4 weeks.
Having visited seven care homes within the Falkirk area, Airthrey Care was the home that impressed me the most with respect to the welcome, cleanliness and the staff.
In the weeks since mother has moved into the home, I
believe my brother and I have made the best decision on behalf of mother.
Reply from rebecca mclaughlin, Manager at Airthrey Care HomeThank you Bill for your lovely review, we are delighted you chose Airthrey and your mum is settling into her new home very well and thoroughly enjoyed her visit to the local school recently.
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Review from Tricia C (Daughter of Resident) published on 28 February 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
It was a very hard decision to put my Dad, who has dementia, into care. From the start, all staff at Airthrey have made all of us welcome. They have been great with my Dad who settled in really quickly. Any issues have bee dealt with respect. Would recommend Airthrey highly.
Reply from rebecca mclaughlin, Manager at Airthrey Care HomeThank you Tricia for your kind words, we are very proud of Airthrey care and continue to work hard with everyone as we are all part of the same team and lovely you feel the same.
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Review from Alexander F (Cousin of Resident) published on 27 February 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The family are more than happy with the care and attention that is given to my relative.
Reply from rebecca mclaughlin, Manager at Airthrey Care HomeThank you for your kind review, we always continue to work hard and strive ahead with care and setting of standards within the home and are delighted in your response.
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Review from K M (Friend of Resident) published on 26 February 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
I am happy with the care provided in Airthrey Care Nursing Home. My friend is well looked after. I appreciate the relaxed, caring environment. I feel comfortable visiting and can see good standards of care in the home.
Reply from Airthrey Manager, Manager at Airthrey Care HomeThank you for your kind words and we are so pleased that you feel happy when visiting the home and can see the good standards of care we deliver.
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Review from Hannah B (Daughter of Resident) published on 13 February 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Have been impressed by the quality of service and care provided to my father.
Personal care is extremely good. Food, nutrition and hydration very good. Staff are friendly and caring towards my father and family. Nothing is too much bother. Bedrooms and living areas are well set out.
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Review from Elinor G (Daughter of Resident) published on 22 August 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Since talking with the manager and her staff, I am pleased to say that an effort has been made to tackle all my concerns. There is a marked difference in the provision of materials on offer to stimulate them. The domino 'sharks' are playing unaided and will sit there for hours, taking it all very seriously.
Craft has been offered at another table, also hand massages and nails being painted which the women love. The garden is much brighter with the addition of bird boxes and feeders, although at the moment it is just magpies and pigeons that use it! The residents are enjoying watching them coming down.
A big thank you to all the staff for the part they have taken in this, on top of their busy routine.
Reply from Rebecca Mclaughlin, Manager at Airthrey Care HomeElinor thank you very much for this, I am so glad we were able to work with you and give you the reassurance about the home. It is very much a one team approach and we continue to work well together and value you as a team member and how we can take the home forward.
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Review from Kenneth S (Son of Resident) published on 25 June 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My 96-year-old mother has been in Airthrey Care for two years. She has always been treated with dignity and compassion by all members of staff.
My wife and I are regular visitors to the home and we are also made to feel welcome on our visits. We are often asked for our opinion regarding mum's welfare
and invited to say if we have any concerns.
I would fully recommend the care home.
Reply from Rebecca McLaughlin, Manager at Airthrey Care HomeThank you, Kenneth, for your review and kind words.
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Review from Jeff H (Son of Resident) published on 19 June 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I find the staff very helpful and my mother seems to enjoy the company. The rooms always clean and well aired.
Reply from Airthrey Manager, Manager at Airthrey Care HomeThank you, Jeff, for your kind comments, it's lovely to hear your views and we continue to strive ahead with the team.
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Review from Jan B (Daughter of Resident) published on 26 April 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Very friendly, caring and helpful. Very homely, Mum settled in very quickly.
Reply from Airthrey Manager, Manager at Airthrey Care HomeMany thanks Jan for your kind review, so pleased your mum has settled into the home quickly and you are all involved so much in the team with her care.
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Review from T C (Husband of Resident) published on 11 April 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
For the short time my wife has been in Airthrey Care Nursing Home I have found the staff to be very helpful in keeping me informed as to her wellbeing. Which goes a long way to helping me cope with the situation.
Reply from Rebecca Mclaughlin, Manager at Airthrey Care HomeThank you for your very kind review. I'm so pleased that we are helping you cope with caring for your wife and we welcome you in the home at all times.
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Review from Jacqueline B (Friend of Resident) published on 27 March 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My friend had the pleasure of being in Airthrey care for nearly 4 years, the care home for me
was totally 5 Star and he received the best care in his latter years.
The staff are so attentive and caring towards the residents needs, the rooms are cosy and homely. I can’t recommend this nursing home
enough with all needs being met for the residents by the nursing staff and every member involved from activities to entertainment. It was always a pleasure visiting the nursing home at any time and I feel I can still pop in from time to time as I’m always made so welcome.
Reply from Rebecca McLaughlin, Home Manager at Airthrey Care HomeThank you Jacqueline for your kind words and review, the staff work extremely hard in ensuring a team approach is always met and you are welcome anytime, always a pleasure to see you.
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Review from Gwen T (Daughter of Resident) published on 27 March 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother was a resident for the past 3 years until her recent death.
During her time in the home, the staff did an excellent job of taking care of her improving her health dramatically so that she enjoyed her time in the home.
The staff at all times were helpful and informative when any issues occurred
or we had questions to ask.
Would happily recommend this care home to anyone.
Reply from Rebecca Mclaughlin, Home Manager at Airthrey Care HomeThank you, Gwen, for your kind review, the team continue to work hard in ensuring Airthrey is an excellent care home.
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Review from John W (Son of Resident) published on 12 March 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Care home has offered excellent service since mother started living there.
This home should be the benchmark for care homes.
The staff should be the benchmark for all carers.
Reply from Rebecca McLaughlin, Manager at Airthrey Care HomeThank you, John, for your review and very kind words, we work hard as a team to maintain our high standards.
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Review from Derrick S (Grandson of Resident) published on 24 January 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Fantastic nursing home who go out of their way to look after all residents.


Caring, professional and the support towards my Nana has been tremendous.

Reply from Rebecca Mclaughlin, Manager at Airthrey Care HomeThank you Derrick for your review, the staff team work hard at ensuring we provide an excellent service. Many thanks for all your support.
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Review from Richard N (Son of Resident) published on 12 January 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mum was a resident for four years until she died in September. In all that time, the staff at the home were excellent. Nothing was ever too much trouble. It was like my mum was staying in a 5-star hotel.


Would personally like to thank the staff for the personal service, could not have been treated/cared

for better.
Reply from Rebecca Mclaughlin, Home Manager at Airthrey Care HomeThank you, Richard, for your lovely words and response.
The staff team work very hard at Airthrey in trying to achieve everything you have outlined.
Your mum is sadly missed in the unit.
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Review from Christina S (Daughter of Resident) published on 5 September 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother has been in this care home for 3 years. I would highly recommend this home for care, dignity, staff are excellent and a well-run home in all aspects of care. Staff very friendly and nothing is a problem to help my mother. I wish them every success in the future of the home.
Reply from Rebecca Mclaughlin, Manager at Airthrey Care HomeThank you for your lovely words Christina.
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Review from Lesley L (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 29 August 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Our experience is that Airthrey Care Nursing Home requires more staff with life skill(s) within the carer remit as we feel and observed that although they are lovely individuals, they lack the knowledge to be able to provide the appropriate care and support for dementia residents.
There is a huge difference
when the care support is more mature and experienced.
Reply from Rebecca McLaughlin, Manager at Airthrey Care HomeDear Lesley
Many thanks for completing a review, it is always useful to get feedback to help us improve. I note your concerns and appreciate all your comments, I would be happy to meet with you to discuss these further and get specific feedback if that would be useful to you.
To provide reassurance, I can confirm that staff in the home have undergone a robust recruitment process and we do focus on life skills, experience and attitude and diversity for all roles. Staff training in dementia care is paramount and we also have a dementia champion within the home and work in line with Scotland’s Dementia Strategy and framework. Airthrey has recently been undertaking an Excellence project which involves Dementia care and has been involving the community in this – we would be delighted if you would like to join us in this venture.
Many thanks
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Review from Glynis F (Daughter of Resident) published on 10 August 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Lovely home, staff very caring. Interact well with all the residents.
Always looking for ways to stimulate residents and provide interesting activities.
Reply from Rebecca McLaughlin, Manager at Airthrey Care HomeThank you for your kind words, Glynis.
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Review from E C (Resident) assisted by family/friend published on 10 August 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
I feel I am well looked after but as my mobility is very limited due to recovering from a broken hip earlier this year, I find my room difficult to move about in as the space is small and I use a zimmer. This makes it awkward to access the bathroom from my bed and the chair needs to be moved to the
side. I am prone to falls and this is a concern as my eyesight is also bad.
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Review from C T (Daughter of Resident) published on 1 August 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Airthrey Care Nursing Home has a welcoming atmosphere and is clean
and fresh. Being all on one level means there is easy access to both residents and relatives, and into the lovely enclosed central garden. Staff on both day and night duty are kind, caring and cheerful. Regular relatives meetings are
held by the management team to keep us updated on home matters and staff changes and give us a chance to air any concerns. One of the great aspects of the home is the open door policy for relatives apart from meal times, I can visit my mum at any time of the day or night. The staff have nothing to hide they work at their best level all the time.
Reply from Lesley Black, Manager at Airthrey Care HomeThank you, Christine, for your kind review.
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Current Review Score: 9.7 (9.747)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.7 (9.747) out of 10 for Airthrey Care Home is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.8 out of 5 from 17 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.9 out of 5 from 17 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 4.822 for Airthrey Care Home is calculated as follows: ( (166 Excellents x 5) + (27 Goods x 4) + (4 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 197 Ratings = 4.822
  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 4.925 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Airthrey Care Home is based on 17 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 20 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews, 0.05 Points for the next five Positive Reviews, and finally 0.025 Points for the next ten Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.050, 7th = 0.050, 8th = 0.050, 9th = 0.050, 10th = 0.050, 11th = 0.025, 12th = 0.025, 13th = 0.025, 14th = 0.025, 15th = 0.025, 16th = 0.025, 17th = 0.025, 18th = 0.025, 19th = 0.025, 20th = 0.025) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 = 3.925
    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 52 registered maximum number of service users is 10.4, which has been reached with 17 Positive reviews. Points = 1
  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: 13 Feb 2025
How well do we support people's wellbeing?
Very good (5)
How good is our leadership?
Very good (5)
How good is our staff team?
Good (4)
How good is our setting?
Very good (5)
How well is care and support planned?
Very good (5)
Care Inspectorate is responsible for the registration and inspection of social care services in Scotland. View Latest Report

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Michelle

Michelle Ruiz-Beltran

Job Title: Care Home Manager

We are passionate about the care and well-being of residents at Airthrey. I aim to ensure that every resident in our home feels happy and secure while they are with us.


Our home is a focal point in the local community and we are known for our excellent standard of care. We regularly engage in community initiatives to help bring more awareness to the work we do and make our residents feel at home.


Our aim is for residents to feel like they are a part of the Airth community and we encourage participation in local events and activities whenever possible.


We have a cycle trishaw – a special bike designed to carry two passengers – which allows us to take our residents out and about for a ride around the local area. This is a hugely social experience and our neighbours are now used to seeing us wheeling around Airth!


Our private garden area serves as an ideal space for relaxation and group activities. We also offer generously proportioned bedrooms with full en-suite shower facilities.


Appointments are not required for those interested in touring the home and our staff would be more than happy to assist with any queries.

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