
This was the best thing we did for our mum - after settling in she was a new personFiona N(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

The care and consideration shown to our dad is amazing,S A(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

I get along very well with everyone that works here and I can have a great laughWilliam S(Resident / Service User)

This was the best thing we did for our mum - after settling in she was a new personFiona N(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

The care and consideration shown to our dad is amazing,S A(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

I get along very well with everyone that works here and I can have a great laughWilliam S(Resident / Service User)

Gowrie House Care Home is a tastefully decorated care home where every aspect contributes to residents' quality of life. The home offers person-centred residential, nursing, respite and dementia care.
Set in the heart of the seaside town of Kirkcaldy, the home has four lounges that all overlook the private grounds. the home boasts of a Dining room, café and cinema/activity room. Residents benefit from the home's own hairdressing salon and a...
Care Provided by Gowrie House Care Home
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Mental Health Condition
- Physical Disability
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Nursing Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- Dementia Nursing Care
- For a maximum of 60 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
- Parkinson's Disease
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- COPD/Pulmonary Disease
- Bariatric Care/Obesity
- Convalescent 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
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Bar/Café
- Residents Kitchenette
- Phone Point in own room
- 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 Gowrie House Care Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Gowrie 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
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
Group / Owner
- Care Concern Group Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Elaine Berry(Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Year Purpose Built: 1990
- Last Refurbishment: 2023
- Number of floors: 3
Room Information
- Single Rooms (60)
Visiting
- Open visiting
Parking
- Secure care park at rear of building
Gowrie House Care Home Reviews (62)
Gowrie House Care Home has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.798) out of 10, based on 19 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Gowrie House Care Home has 62 reviews.
My mother and father have now settled in well and the staff are great with them. I can’t thank them all enough for what they have done for the family. It’s also great to know that both my parents are safe, being looked after very well and eating fantastic food.
Thanks to all at Gowrie House Care Home.
Thank you so much for your review. It is great to see your mum and dad settle into their new environment so very well.
My dad received the most amazing care whilst at Gowrie House... I am so thankful to all the staff, their support to my dad and the family has been excellent. They treated him with the greatest respect.
Thank you for taking the time to review our home. We really appreciate all feedback and it good to hear you and your family's experience while your dad was in Gowrie House.
I recently was able to visit my Dad in his bedroom after fourteen months. I was delighted to see how content and happy he appeared. Fortunately my family and I have had excellent contact over the pandemic through zoom. The carers at Gowrie House Care Home are friendly and approachable. My Dad who has dementia moved into the care home in December 2019. It took a couple of months for him to settle. Now my Dad says he is in a “good place”and he doesn’t get upset when my Mum leaves after a visit. He likes and trusts the staff. The home has a bright and airy feel since it has been decorated. The choice of colours in the dementia unit is excellent. My Dads room is always neat and tidy and he has a lovely view over the Forth, he enjoys watching the boats. I have been told the staff give my Dad one to one sessions using an iPad to help with his dementia and he can join in small group activities. Our family can’t thank the staff enough for the devoted care they are providing for my Dad.
Thank you for letting us know how we are doing at Gowrie House Care Home. The care and wellbeing of every resident is our number one priority and it is rewarding to have such positive feedback about how we are doing.
My mother in law has been a resident since June last year. During that time I have been satisfied with the standard of care given. If there have been any issues the staff have contacted me. If I have any concerns I contact the manager who is always very helpful. Gowrie has recently been decorated and looks much brighter and her room looks a lot lighter with the removal of a big tree at the front of the building. When I visit she always has access to her call bell and has a nourishing drink within reach. The room is clean tidy and warm. Hopefully, the activities will soon be back to normal as she enjoys the bingo sessions etc. Any staff that I have met have always been very pleasant.
Thank you for taking the time to review our Home. It is great to hear that you are satisfied with the care given to your mother in law and your mother in law is benefiting from the redecorating and gardening that has been undertaken in Gowrie House so far.
There comes a stage in life when making the correct decision on the welfare of my father was being raised. My sisters and I noticed his state of mind was confusing and worrying. In a short period of time, my father was showing signs of dementia by the family. You never think that dementia will progress so quickly and especially through COVID19 lockdown. My sisters and I made the crucial decision that my father’s welfare was important and we are extremely happy and thankful for the wonderful care my father is continuing to receive from Gowrie house care home. The staff are tremendous with the care he is receiving. Knowing my father is being cared for is really important to us. Through lockdown, I’ve not managed to see my father however I can see he’s settled in very well. We believe that my father sees the staff as his new family. I like to personally thank you for everything that you have done in the care my father is continuing to receive.
Thanks you so much for your review we are so pleased that you are comfortable with the care being provided for your dad.
A huge thank you to your staff for the care my dad is receiving, I came to visit my dad today and was shocked to see how well he looked, especially as I have not seen him during lockdown. He is immaculate and fresh-looking. The visit went well, but when he went back indoors he clearly knows the staff and was laughing and joking with them. First time I have felt we have done the right thing by getting help for my dad and don’t feel guilty anymore for putting him into care. He clearly is very comfortable and probably sees your staff as his family, staff are excellent at their job in the way he looks after my dad, and all the staff can’t do enough for my dad. My dad did take a while to settle and now but he is so happy and content with the care he receives. A huge thank you to Gowrie Staff.
Thank you for your review. It is good for staff to hear how you appreciate the care that is being provided to your dad.
The care given to my Mum is excellent. All the staff are friendly and helpful. Gowrie House is always clean. Would definitely recommend this home.
Thank you, James, for letting us know how we are doing at Gowrie House Care Home. The care and wellbeing of every resident is our number one priority and it is rewarding to have such positive feedback about how we are doing.
Cleanliness of table is often poor, with dried food. Room hasn't been updated in 3 years of residence. Experienced staff are good, two members in particular. Other staff don't appear to understand or assist as well. Food options are poor, along with quality at times. High turn over of staff doesn't help with his regular needs. Not value for money.
Thank you for your feedback. We appreciate you taking the time to share your views. All of the staff are committed to providing the best possible care experience for all of our residents and we are disappointed to hear that you feel this has not happened in your case. We appreciate all of your...
Gran seems content and well looked after. Compliments to the staff. No concerns.
Thank you for your comments about your recent experience at Gowrie House Care Home. Our residents’ wellbeing is our main priority and it is great to hear that you were so pleased with the quality of our care.
Warm and friendly staff, they keep me updated at all times.
Thank you for your comments about your recent experience at Gowrie House Care Home. Our residents’ wellbeing is our main priority and it is great to hear that you were so pleased with the quality of our care.
Our experience of Gowrie House Care Home has been a good one. Staff are friendly and helpful, food is good, rooms are kept clean. My husband has regained his health during his stay and is able to come home again.
Thank you, Elizabeth, for your comments about your recent experience at Gowrie House Care Home. Our residents’ wellbeing is our main priority and it is great to hear that you were so pleased with the quality of our care.
My auntie has been in respite for 2 weeks. Every time I go in, it is so friendly. Staff can't do enough. It is clean. It has got a family atmosphere, so much for her to do. I have seen concerts,m bingo, videos, TVs, lovely lounges to sit in whilst visiting. My auntie loves the food and she said there is plenty of it. So, overall I would rate this as home from home. Would not hesitate to leave my family here.
Thank you, for your comments about your recent experience at Gowrie House Care Home. Our residents’ wellbeing is our main priority and it is great to hear that you were so pleased with the quality of our care.
I think that Gowrie House Care Home is one of the best care homes in Scotland, if not the best care home in Scotland. The staff are very good and caring.
Thank you, Thomas, we always appreciate individuals taking the time to give their feedback and we are very pleased to hear that your experience at Gowrie House Care Home was so positive. All of our staff are committed to providing the best possible care experience for all of our residents and it is very rewarding to have their efforts recognised.
Gowrie House nursing home has a welcoming feel to it. It was originally a hotel and still has that ambience rather than that of a nursing home. Staff were very friendly and attentive to my Dad and made his stay there comfortable. Although I cannot fault the staff and care he received the building needs to be brought up to a higher standard. Buzzers and sensor mats need to be in full working order, with sockets available.
Thank you, Julie, for your comments about Gowrie House Care Home. We appreciate you taking the time to give feedback and letting us know how we are doing. We have acknowledged the concerns you have and improvements you have suggested to better the home. If you would like to discuss any concerns directly, please reach out to us at the home. Thanks again
Rapport with staff very good. Very friendly and caring. Gowrie House felt still very much like the hotel it used to be but could do with more funding to upgrade. Buzzer systems need to be more up to date which would allow more than one device to be plugged in e.g. Nurse call button, sensor mat, sensor cushion.
Thank you, for your comments about Gowrie House Care Home. We appreciate you taking the time to give feedback and letting us know how we are doing. We have acknowledged the concerns you have, and improvements you have suggested to better the home. If you would like to discuss any concerns directly, please reach out to us at the home. Thanks again
Very pleased with this care home was very amazed to see how professional the staff are and are on hand anytime you need them and residents treated very well and respected. Makes me feel very happy when having to leave my mother knowing she will be cared for.
Thank you, Susan, we always appreciate individuals taking the time to give their feedback and we are very pleased to hear that your experience at Gowrie House Care Home was so positive. All of our staff are committed to providing the best possible care experience for all of our residents and it is very rewarding to have their efforts recognised.
My husband is very content and settled in this homely environment. He has been a resident at Gowrie House for nearly two years and I no longer feel stressed and worried about his care as I did before he moved there.
Thank you, Ann, for letting us know how we are doing at Gowrie House Care Home. The care and wellbeing of every resident is our number one priority and it is rewarding to have such positive feedback about how we are doing. We are so pleased to hear how well your husband has settled in. If there is anything more we can do, please do not hesitate to reach out.
All the staff were very friendly and nothing was too much for them.
The manager is a lovely lady and always willing to go the extra mile to ensure my mother's needs are met.
I would like to thank them all for the continuing care and commitment to all the residents.
Thank you, Teresa, we always appreciate individuals taking the time to give their feedback and we are very pleased to hear that your experience at Gowrie House Care Home was so positive. All of our staff are committed to providing the best possible care experience for all of our residents and it is...
Firstly, the shock of the sudden death of our beloved son, followed shortly after my diagnosis of Non-Hodgkins Lymphoma, was too much for my body to bear.
I don't remember much of the rest of the next year and a half, except being in hospital a lot for chemotherapy. I believe I suffered terrible "mind" disorders, but with the excellent care of all at Gowrie House, I have come back to "life" again and my memory has returned (for my age!). I know that, without the good care and attention of all members of staff, I would not have made this miraculous recovery.
Staff are helpful and friendly. My room and the home itself are kept clean as staff come in every morning and clean the toilet and my room. I enjoy the company at mealtimes but can sit in my room if I wish and do my knitting or watch the television. I have my hair washed and set every week. I have been here for over 1 years now and am quite settled.
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News (6) & Events (0)
- 07 Jul 2026
Summer Fete 2026! ?? We may not have had the sunshine we ordered... ????? but that certainly didn't stop us having a fantastic afternoon here at Gowrie! ?? A huge...
- 02 Jul 2026
One of Gowrie’s major focuses for 2026 has been enhancing our garden space, and we are delighted with the progress made so far. Our garden continues to flourish with the...
- 11 Mar 2026
?? Sugar, Ah Honey Honey!?? At our coffee morning, our wonderful residents have been busy creating a sweet new fundraising idea — £1 Sweetie Mix-Ups! Each bag is filled with...
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Meet the Team (9)

Elaine is passionate about creating a warm, person-centred environment where residents feel truly at home, and where staff are supported to provide the highest standard of care.
Outside of work, she loves spending time with her three children and five grandchildren, describing family time as her favourite way to spend her spare time

I have worked in care for over 30 years now in many roles, care assistant, home manager and most positions in between.
I am passionate about person-centred care and individualised care planning. I came to work in Gowrie House on March 21, and I am enjoying and looking forward to the ongoing development of small-unit living.
In my spare time, I support Celtic FC and attend as many games as possible. I also love to visit my son and granddaughter in Portugal.

I am the maintenance man here at Gowrie House. I have been with the home for 2 and a half years now and enjoy being part of the Gowrie team. My role at the home is to maintain the home to a high standard making sure that all is safe for the residents and staff. When I am at home, I like to spend time with my kids going to their football games or fishing with my sons, we also like to go on family walks or do a spot of magnet fishing or camping.

Keira joined Gowrie in 2025, bringing with her a strong background in administration, having previously worked within the hotel and hospitality industry. Her experience in customer service and organisation has been a great asset to the team.
A dedicated mum, Keira loves spending quality time with her son, Sam, and enjoys weightlifting in her spare time — a hobby that reflects her positive energy and determination both in and out of work

Meet some of our domestic team who work tirelessly to keep our home to a high standard of cleanliness
LisaKaitlyn
Suzanne
Gillian

Meet Amy – Activities Team Leader
Amy joined our team in 2023 and brings with her a rich background in adult disability care, combined with a lifelong love of music. Before joining Gowrie, Amy balanced her care work alongside her involvement in the music industry — a combination that has shaped her creative and person-centred approach to activities.
She has a real passion for bringing joy and purpose to life in our home, especially through the integration of music into everyday care.
Outside of work, Amy loves attending live gigs and discovering new music.

Vickie has been a valued member of our team for many years, providing compassionate, person-centred care within our dementia communities. Her dedication, experience, and natural ability to support both residents and colleagues have recently led her to take on the new and well-deserved role of Senior Carer.
Outside of work, Vickie enjoys spending quality time with her daughter, making the most of every moment together.

With over eight years of salon experience, alongside personal experience supporting people living with dementia, we were delighted to welcome Rosie to the team this year. She brings both professional expertise and a compassionate understanding to her role, creating a calm, enjoyable experience for every resident.
Rosie is available in the salon for residents on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.

Ava has been our dedicated nurse for many years and is a truly valued asset to our team. Throughout her time with us, she has built strong, meaningful relationships with our residents, taking the time to understand their individual needs and preferences. Her experience, compassion, and commitment to high-quality care make her an integral part of our community.
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