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Nestled in the scenic East Neuk, the home is close to local shops, community services, and transport links. Its peaceful surroundings include a large...
Care Provided by Willow House Nursing Home
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Learning Disability / Autism
- Mental Health Condition
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
- Eating Disorders
- Alcohol / Drug Misuse
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Nursing Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- Dementia Nursing Care
- For a maximum of 40 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
- Parkinson's Disease
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- COPD/Pulmonary Disease
- Bariatric Care/Obesity
- Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Smoking not permitted
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- 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 Willow House Nursing Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Willow House Nursing 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
- The Holmes Care (Group) Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Amanda Kenny(Interim Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Year Purpose Built: 2000
- Last Refurbishment: 2022
- Number of floors: 2
Room Information
- Single Rooms (40)
Parking
- Large car park to the front of the home, with plenty of parking spaces.
Willow House Nursing Home Reviews (24)
Willow House Nursing Home has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.751) out of 10, based on 18 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Willow House Nursing Home has 24 reviews.
The new manager arranged an informal meeting with families to share ideas for Willow's future. There is an interactive noticeboard where we are encouraged to contribute suggestions.
All bedrooms and public areas have been redecorated in pretty colours, new carpets fitted providing a warm, bright, fresh ambience for residents, staff and visitors. I find all staff friendly, approachable, professional and caring, ensuring the little things are addressed too, like painting mum's nails. All of this is conducive to a supportive, engaging environment.
I am relieved to have found Willow House, it feels welcoming, from walking through the front door to leaving after visiting I feel content that she is well cared for, by a caring staff. This gives me and my brother peace of mind that she is safe.
Thank you for your kind words and for taking the time to leave a review.
Prior to entering Willow House, my husband was in a poor condition, very agitated, losing weight and falling regularly. I was impressed with how quickly he settled into the home and soon seemed calmer, was eating well and no falls. He has a very nice room, which I was encouraged to personalise for him. Initially, I did feel that communication between the home and myself was limited (a relative's information pack would have been helpful), however, I received full and useful information at his six-week review, and I now feel well informed. Staff are friendly and has a good rapport with my husband. I am particularly impressed with the activities programme, which has helped to stimulate my husband.
Thank you for your kind words and for taking the time to leave a review.
Overall resident is getting looked after but no stimulation and little self-involvement. We know she can be difficult but at times we are concerned re her personal care from seemingly amateur carers, though not all, just a hard core of some who seem unable to comprehend.
Thank you for your comment. We take all concerns very seriously and are keen to investigate to ensure the wellbeing and safety of all residents. Please email us so we can discuss this further.
Overall, all cleanliness is good. The staff sometimes could be more engaged with residents. Facilities could be updated. More water and juice available in the evening, other than that your care home is good.
Thank you for taking the time to review Willow House. We welcome any suggestions to enable us to enhance our residents' comfort and visitors' experience. I have taken your comments on board and we will look to improve these areas.
Regulatory Rating
Care Inspectorate (CI) Rating
Date: 08 January 2026- How well do we support people's wellbeing?Adequate
(3)
- How good is our leadership?Good
(4)
- How good is our staff team?Adequate
(3)
- How good is our setting?Adequate
(3)
- How well is care and support planned?Good
(4)
Bed Vacancies
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Awards / Recognitions (3)
- 28 Feb 2020Recipient: The Holmes Care (Group) Ltd
- 01 Feb 2018Recipient: The Holmes Care (Group) Ltd
- 01 Apr 2017Recipient: The Holmes Care (Group) Ltd
Accreditations
There are no accreditations posted yet for Willow House Nursing Home.
Meet the Team (1)

Marion joined Holmes Care Group in March 2026 and brings over 40 years of experience across nursing, learning disability services and care home management. She began her career in 1985, training as a Learning Disability Nurse before progressing through a wide range of clinical and leadership roles across hospital, day services and care home settings.
Her career has included roles as Staff Nurse, Charge Nurse, Peripatetic Senior Nurse and Service Manager, alongside leadership positions within both learning disability and elderly care services. Marion has also balanced her management career with further study, achieving degrees in both Nursing and Business and Finance.
Marion has a particular interest in dementia care and is passionate about delivering compassionate, person-centred support. She holds RNMH qualifications, a Bachelor of Nursing, a BA in Finance and Business, an SVQ4 Registered Manager’s Award and an SVQ Assessor’s Award.
She is proud of the strong community spirit within Willow House and the positive relationships shared between residents and staff. Marion describes Willow House as a friendly, welcoming home where people feel supported, valued and comfortable in their surroundings.
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