Persley Castle Nursing Home

Mugiemoss Road, Bucksburn, Aberdeen AB21 9XU
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9.3 42 Reviews
  • Persley Castle Nursing Home, Aberdeen
Persley Castle Nursing Home has been purpose-built in scenic and historic grounds to provide skilled elderly and residential care, as well as being an ideal accommodation for people with learning and physical disabilities.

Residents enjoy beautiful surroundings, with a choice of places to relax and socialise within the home itself, and nutritious food menus and many hobbies and activities to choose from.

Group activities arranged by the home includes a monthly newsletter, arts and crafts, and musical events, together with outings to local attractions.

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Care Provided

Primary Care Categories

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

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 Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • Palliative / End of Life Care
  • Convalescent Care
  • COPD/Pulmonary Disease
  • Bariatric Care/Obesity
  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Stroke

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
  • Bar/Café
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Television point in own room

Funding & Fees

Weekly Charges per Person

  • Self-Funded Residential Care: £1550 – £1850
  • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: £1550 – £1850
  • Self-Funded Nursing Care: £1550 – £1850
  • Self-Funded Nursing Dementia Care: £1550 – £1850
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Care: £1550 – £1845
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: £1550 – £1850
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Nursing Care: £1550 – £1850
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Nursing Dementia Care: £1550 – £1850

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

Funding Types Accepted

  • Self Funding (Private)
  • Local Authority with Top Up
  • Local Authority
  • NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)

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.

Good to Know

Group/Owner

Person in charge

  • Rachael Hope (Home Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Criteria

  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: No
  • Last Refurbishment: 2004

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (36)
  • Couples/Companion Rooms (2)

Persley Castle Nursing Home Reviews (42)

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9.3

Persley Castle Nursing Home has a Review Score of 9.3 (9.314) out of 10, based on 9 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Persley Castle Nursing Home has 42 reviews.

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Review from Bill I (Wife of Resident) published on 9 February 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My wife has been in Persley Castle since April 2022, and I have nothing but praise for the home and all the staff. All the staff are attentive and caring, always have time for myself when I'm visiting. She is always well-dressed. The home put on themed events, and the food at those are better than at
some restaurants. I would have no hesitation in recommending the home to anyone.

Reply from Kirstene Feenan, Marketing at Persley Castle Nursing Home

Thank you very much for your review. We're delighted that your wife is so happy at Persley Castle, staff at the home are very creative and nurturing, particularly when they have events or celebrate special occasions.
Thanks again, Renaissance Care.

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Review from D M (Daughter of Resident) published on 9 February 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Always a calm and happy environment when visiting. Staff are very engaging, and you can see they care about each individual resident.
My dad is incredibly well looked after and is always well-presented, happy and calm. I feel comforted by that.

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Review from Muriel M (Sister of Resident) published on 9 September 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My sister has been in Persley Castle Nursing Home for two years, and my family and I have been very pleased with the care she receives. We are especially impressed with the cleanliness and the very efficient running of the care home. There is always some activity for the residents to take part in,
also a beautiful garden for them to enjoy. My sister-in-law and I enjoy our visits to the care home and are always made to feel welcome. Thank you all.

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Review from E L (Sister-in-law of Resident) published on 7 September 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The approach to the nursing home is beautiful and the welcome from the staff is always friendly and cheery. We are very satisfied that all aspects of care is delivered in the best interests of my sister-in-law. She is happy and content and enjoys her food which is always well presented. The staff show
kindness and care to all and entertain them well with musical programmes and outside activities. The rooms are clean and tidy and no urine smell on entering the building as I noted in other homes. Money doesn't buy happiness, kindness and care and going the extra mile does. Well done.

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Review from M G (Daughter of Resident) published on 6 September 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Mum and Dad have been residents since March 2020, and I could not be happier with the care that they have received. Staff are very attentive and ready to answer any queries I have. Excellent attention is given to birthdays, anniversaries etc. Had an excellent Jubilee celebration - great effort goes
into making all special times of the year too. My parents are always clean, tidy and happy, and encouraged to participate. They especially enjoy helping in the garden.

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Review from Angie M (Daughter of Resident) published on 9 May 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mum has been living at the home for several weeks now. I've found the care provided by the staff to be first class, they have been attentive and caring whilst mum has settled in. Mum is very happy with the food provided and is getting to know staff and residents.

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Review from M S (Daughter of Resident) published on 9 May 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

I feel that my mum in your care has extended her life as she now has interests and company she is fed well and with staff coming in and out she feels cared for mum always says that she is being well looked after. I think the opinion of your resident is very important.

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Review from Eleanor L (Daughter of Resident) published on 9 May 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Mum was moved from a care home to Persley Castle. The previous home could not meet mum's complex needs. We were anxious about the move due to high-level care needs, severe skin condition and progressive dementia. Well, we shouldn’t have worried as from day one they had everything under control. New
GP visit sorted, medication review done, skin condition treated, all mum's physical and emotional needs met. Mum's quality of life has improved and social interaction increased. Persley is one big caring family. We can rest knowing that even during lockdown mum was being well cared for. Management has their eye on the ball knowing their resident's needs whilst involving families. Staff team all very friendly and knowledgeable of mum's needs.

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Review from Anthony L (Husband of Resident) published on 4 June 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

My son and I could no longer look after my wife as her dementia worsened. The doctors got her into Persley to our relied. She is obviously being looked after well.

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Review from Eleanor R (Daughter of Resident) published on 12 April 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother always looks very happy, clean and well-fed. She is encouraged to join in games when in the lounge, which I regard a very important in her condition. The staff are very welcoming, friendly and genuinely helpful. I am very relieved my mum was placed in Persley Castle.

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Review from V W (Daughter of Resident) published on 12 April 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Staff always pleasant and helpful when I have visited either outside or inside the past two weeks. As my mother only went into the home in August 2020, have not seen inside properly, but from what I have seen, it's very tidy and well looked after. The activities coordinator is very good at encouraging
the residents to join in and always keeps us informed too. Management is always approachable and very helpful too.

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Review from Nancy C (Resident) published on 12 April 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

The nurses are second to none. The carers are also second to none. Nothing is too much trouble for any of them.

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Review from Margaret M (Daughter of Resident) published on 17 November 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Mum has settled in well since moving here in late August. We have seen an improvement in the last three months. The staff have been super with mum, couldn't have asked for more.

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Review from Alice B (Wife of Resident) published on 5 November 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

My husband has been in Persley Castle for four months and has settled in well. He is always kept clean and tidy. I cannot comment on his room due to coronavirus. The staff are friendly and helpful. They are dedicated to all the residents.

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Review from Pat M (Niece of Resident) published on 15 June 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The care that Persley castle provides is excellent, the love and care from all staff to the residents is above and beyond expectations. They have kept us updated with regular Facebook pictures which puts our minds at rest. We owe them a debt of gratitude for their dedication and hard work during the
pandemic.
It's always a pleasure to visit the home before lockdown as staff are friendly and caring. As a family, we have been overwhelmed with the care given to our aunt.

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Review from Jackie P (Daughter of Resident) published on 15 June 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The staff are so welcoming and friendly and the residents are treated with respect and dignity. They have made my decision for my mum to go into a care home so much easier. I know that she is well cared for and looked after.

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Review from S R (Son of Resident) published on 6 January 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

My dad has been here for 4 weeks and I have seen a big improvement in his well being.
The staff are great and they are attentive to all dad's needs.

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Review from N B (Son of Resident) published on 30 September 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Persley Castle Nursing Home. The staff are really friendly and helpful, they treat and look after my mum really well and every time that I visit my mum the home is kept in a well-cleaned condition and the staff treat us with respect as I have learning difficulties too.

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Review from S W (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 22 May 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

My Mother in Law was well cared for by staff who always found the time even when busy to give a comforting hug and a smile to the elderly in their care. I know my Mother in Law was happy in Persley Castle by the way her face lit up when they approached her. She was always encouraged or helped to finish
her drink and have something to eat. Staff kept in touch by phone if they were concerned in any way about my Mother in Law's wellbeing. Good choice.

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Review from D W (Son of Resident) published on 22 May 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

My mother was well cared for by the staff. They always found time to give her a hug and a smile. We noticed that her eyes lit up when members of the staff came near.
They always managed to get her to drink her tea.
We have never had a problem finding ut anything we needed to know. I am glad my mother
went into Persley Castle, it proved to be the correct choice.

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Current Review Score: 9.3 (9.314)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.3 (9.314) out of 10 for Persley Castle Nursing Home is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.5 out of 5 from 9 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.8 out of 5 from 8 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:

  • a) 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months.

    The Average Rating of 4.514 for Persley Castle Nursing Home is calculated as follows: ( (79 Excellents x 5) + (17 Goods x 4) + (4 Satisfactorys x 3) + (1 Poors x 2) + (6 Very Poors x 1) ) ÷ 107 Ratings = 4.514

  • b) 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 4.8 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Persley Castle Nursing Home is based on 8 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    • i) 4 points are available for the first 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 3.8

    • ii) 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 40 registered maximum number of service users is 8, which has been reached with 8 Positive reviews. Points = 1

  • When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.

  • 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: 19 Jun 2024

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)

Care Inspectorate is responsible for the registration and inspection of social care services in Scotland.

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