
We feel very fortunate as a family to have been given such a tailored care packageJune W(Wife of Resident/Service User)



We feel very fortunate as a family to have been given such a tailored care packageJune W(Wife of Resident/Service User)



Grandholm Care Home provides general nursing care for people over the age of 65 and to those with dementia-related conditions. The purpose-built home is equipped for 79 residents, and is located just a few miles away from Aberdeen City Centre and the local seaside.
The home is equipped with modern amenities, and residents enjoy bright and spacious single bed accommodation with their own en-suite facilities for privacy and convenience.
Beautifully appointed lounge...
Care Provided by Grandholm Care Home
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Learning Disability / Autism
- Mental Health Condition
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Nursing Care
- Dementia Nursing Care
- For a maximum of 79 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
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- COPD/Pulmonary Disease
- Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Smoking not permitted
- Near Public Transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Residents Kitchenette
- 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 Grandholm Care Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Grandholm 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
- The Holmes Care (Group) Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Val Buchan(Service Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 60+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Year Purpose Built: 2008
- Last Refurbishment: 2015
- Number of floors: 3
Room Information
- Single Rooms (79)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (79)
Visiting
- Protected mealtimes wherever possible
Parking
- Free on site parking
Grandholm Care Home Reviews (63)
Grandholm Care Home has a Review Score of 9.5 (9.516) out of 10, based on 12 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Grandholm Care Home has 63 reviews.
Val the manager was always at hand or able to be contacted ,nurses care staff listened and were on the ball .Mum had a special bond with all the staff and it showed.. even when she was grumpy! They did their best to make her smile .Domestics, kitchen staff and the resident hairdresser deserve a mention they also interacted and took time out for mum .
Sadly mum became poorly and the empathy and exemplary care that was shown and kindness to us as a family at such a sad time in mums final days will never be forgotten..Thank You
It was a privilege to support her in finding moments of joy and laughter and hearing that...
From the beginning, the staff took the time to truly get to know her and made sure she felt safe, comfortable, and valued every day. The manager leads with genuine compassion and has clearly built a wonderful team who care deeply about the residents.
What stood out most was the time staff spent with her each day - not just meeting her needs, but talking with her, engaging her socially, and making sure she never felt alone. The level of personal care, medical attentiveness, and social support was exceptional.
Knowing she was surrounded by such caring people gave our family real peace of mind. I would give Grandholm Care Home a 10 out of 10 for the outstanding care they provide.
We are...
These are the easy words to write, but all of this is not possible unless you have the people to make this work. We have always found the Grandholm care home staff, kind, caring, professional, dedicated people who do a remarkable job caring for our elderly when they are most vulnerable. They treated my mother with dignity (not easy with a dementia resident), kindness and encouragement.
We understand how worrying a change in circumstances can be, and we are truly pleased that from your very first visit you felt reassured and confident in your decision. Val and...
Our dad was resident at Grandholm Care Home for 18 months prior to his passing. We found the staff, caring, attentive & treated our dad with dignity & respect. Our dad looked clean & cared for. We always found the staff friendly & welcoming when we visited. The care home was clean & tidy. His room was the same. There always seemed to be a good choice of meals. We had peace of mind knowing he was in a safe place.
Thank you for your kind and thoughtful words about Grandholm. It was truly a privilege to care for your Dad during his time with us. We're so pleased to hear that you found our team to be caring, attentive, and respectful. Knowing that you had peace of mind and felt welcomed means a great deal to...
We cannot thank the staff at this facility for the incredible care and compassion they showed my late mother during her time there. From the moment she arrived, we felt comforted knowing she was in the best possible hands.
Nothing was ever too much trouble - every member of staff went above and beyond to ensure my mum was treated with dignity, kindness, and genuine warmth. The level of support, not just for her but for our family too, was truly remarkable. They took the time to get to know her, understand her needs, and made her feel safe and loved right to the end.
Losing a loved one is never easy, but knowing she spent her final days surrounded by such dedicated and caring people brings us immense comfort. I will always be grateful for the respect, professionalism, and heartfelt care shown by everyone at Grandholm care home
Thank you from the bottom of our hearts.
Thank you so much for your kind and heartfelt words. It means a great deal to our Grandholm team to know that we were able to offer comfort, care, and support to your late mum and your family. We felt truly honoured to be part of her journey and are deeply grateful for the trust you placed in us. Thank you again.
All staff very friendly from front office staff through to carers, trained nurses, cooks and cleaners. They all know my mums name and always stop to have a wee chat when they see her. My mum's condition has deteriorated and I have been kept regularly up to date on any issues regarding her care or changes to her medication. She has recently needed more help with her personal care and this has been attended to very well. Her room is always clean and she enjoys the meals that she gets.
It's our privilege to care for your Mum. Our whole team are dedicated to ensuring everyone receives personalised care and attention and to read this being acknowledged by her family means a lot to us. Thank you so much for sharing this kind review.
The carers take the time to get to know him as an individual, adapting their approach to meet his unique needs. They communicate effectively using sign language to the best of there ability, ensuring he feels included and engaged.
The home is clean, comfortable, and well-maintained, but it's the dedication and passion of the staff that truly sets Grandholm apart. They go above and beyond to provide a sense of community and belonging for all residents.
I feel grateful and reassured knowing my grandfather is in such capable and caring hands. I highly recommend Grandholm Care Home to anyone looking for a supportive and nurturing environment for their loved one.
Thank you for such a thoughtful and encouraging review. We're so pleased to hear how well your grandfather is being supported and that the team's efforts to communicate with him and understand his needs have made a real difference. Your kind words will mean a great deal to everyone at Grandholm. Thank you again.
Carehome really made me feel at ease when visiting and really looked after my grandmother well even though she was only there a week due to ill health. The staff were remarkably considerate regarding me and my family members. The week of my grandmothers passing was very comfortable and easing for both me my family and my grandmother. Couldn't have had her in a better carehome.
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with Grandholm Care Home. It means a lot to us that we were able to provide comfort and support to your grandmother and your family during such a difficult time. It was a privilege to care for her, even for a short while, and we're just glad we could help make that time a little easier for you all.
My aunt was a resident at Grandholm care home from may 2023 until she passed away in April 2025, she had dementia and was unable to live in her flat unassisted. It was not an easy choice putting our aunt in a care home but the staff at Grandholm made the transition so much easier for us.
I always found the staff to be very attentive and caring and saw to my aunts needs very professionally.
I also found the home to be extremely clean, that was evident in her room and the communal areas.
I would just like to thank the staff for making my aunts stay at Grandholm care home comfortable and gave us peace of mind that she was being well looked after.
I would have no hesitation in recommending Grandholm care home to anyone looking for a care home for their loved one.
Thank you so much.
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your kind words about your aunt's experience at Grandholm Care Home. We are deeply grateful for your recognition of our team's dedication and the care provided during her time with us. It means so much to know that we were able to make such a positive difference. Your recommendation is truly appreciated, thank you.
My mum was a resident for a short period before she sadly passed, the staff welcomed her upon arrival and cared for her with dignity and respect during the short period she was a resident, sadly she passed away. The care she received from the staff was amazing and she was very comfortable when her health declined due to all the personalised care the staff delivered, I am grateful to all staff at Grandholm, myself and my family cannot thank them enough.
Thank you for your kind words and for taking the time to leave a review. It is much appreciated.
Mum was only in Grandholm for a little over three weeks but the care and support she received was more than we could have hoped for. Everyone was so warm and welcoming and made Mum feel at home and cared for. Thank you all so much. It meant so much to me and the family.
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All the staff from nurses to carers, management and office staff (not forgetting the handypersons) have been absolutely brilliant, making me and my family feel very welcome every visit and informing us every step of the way on dad's medical changes, activities etc.
It's not an easy decision to put a relative into a care home but Grandholm has made the transition so much easier for us all.
Thank you so much.
Thank you for your kind words and for taking the time to leave a review.
My mum has been a resident for over two years now and I can’t fault the care she gets I have peace of mind knowing she is in good hands. She really enjoys taking part in the activities. She loves getting her nails done and is very happy there.
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My Mum has been in Grandholm care home for over a year now as sadly she has dementia, and the level of care she has received has been excellent and can’t be faulted. All management and staff are really helpful and polite. I would have no hesitation in recommending Grandholm to anyone who is looking to re-home their loved one(s).
Thank you for your kind words and for taking the time to leave a review!
You always get a warm, friendly welcome when you visit. Staff always happy to give me an update of how my mum is doing. It is great to see the photos of the activities that the residents have been getting up to.
Thank you for your kind words and for taking the time to leave a review!
It gives us great piece of mind that that mum is so well cared for.
The Wednesday cafe is a great success as Mum really enjoys it.
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The manager and her team looked after her and made her so comfortable from the first day till the last.
We were fortunate to be with Mother at the end!
I would recommend Grandholm with no hesitation or reservations for the care of a loved one!
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Then there is the amazing communication, always keeping us informed and discussing any changes in her care which we all really appreciate. We cannot praise Grandholm highly enough and it’s thanks to each and every one of this amazing team that we continue to feel supported as a family. Thank you all.
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Dad became a resident of Grandholm in August 2021 when covid restrictions were making it difficult for everyone. However, the staff at Grandholm make everyone welcome and gradually activities and socialising have opened up and it has become a second family to Dad. We cannot fault the care that he has received since moving in. Nothing is ever too much trouble and we're really happy that Dad's in safe hands here. When Mum's needs changed and she needed the support of being in a care home there was no doubt in our minds that Grandholm was the best place and she became a resident in April 2022. Although Mum's needs are different from Dad's, she is also treated with the best of care, great understanding and patience from all the staff. She has settled in very well, made some friends and gets involved in activities. As a family, we are delighted that Mum and Dad are in the same care home receiving the best of care. We would have no hesitation in recommending this care home. Thank you so much.
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My husband has been in this care home for almost five years. His care is second to none. The staff are loving and kind and so good to him, I cannot fault them. My family and I are very fond of them. Keep up the good work.
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Regulatory Rating
Care Inspectorate (CI) Rating
Date: 25 March 2026- How well do we support people's wellbeing?Adequate
(3)
- How good is our leadership?Adequate
(3)
- How good is our staff team?Good
(4)
- How good is our setting?Good
(4)
- How well is care and support planned?Adequate
(3)
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 Grandholm Care Home.
Meet the Team (1)

Val qualified as a Registered General Nurse in 2010 and progressed into management roles shortly afterwards. She returned to Grandholm as Service Manager in 2021.
She holds a Bachelor of Nursing from Robert Gordon University and leads specialist dementia and end-of-life care within the home.
Val is proud of Grandholm’s stable staff team, personalised living spaces and welcoming communal areas, all of which support our residents to enjoy as fulfilling a life as possible in a safe, friendly, comfortable environment.
Frequently Asked Questions about Grandholm Care Home
What types of Care is Grandholm Care Home registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Learning Disability / Autism, Mental Health Condition, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Grandholm Care Home have?
There are 79 Single Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Grandholm Care Home?
Own Furniture if required, Smoking not permitted, Near Public Transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Residents Kitchenette, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Grandholm Care Home to the centre of Aberdeen?
2.1 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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