Auchtercrag Care Home / Auchmacoy Lodge

Commercial Road, Ellon AB41 9BD
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  • Auchtercrag Care Home / Auchmacoy Lodge, Ellon
Meallmore’s Auchtercrag House Care Home and Auchmacoy Lodge are situated in the picturesque town of Ellon, Aberdeenshire.

The team provides high-quality personalised nursing care for elderly people, including those with dementia and its related conditions. The home offers fully-furnished bedrooms finished to the highest standard.

There is also some of the latest technology to ensure the safety, well-being and mobility of residents while allowing them to retain as much independence as possible.

Auchmacoy Lodge offers an exclusive selection of luxury accommodation, finished to an exceptional standard, coupled with excellent care standards. Auchmacoy Lodge comprises of 8 generously sized, en suite bedrooms, featuring walk-in showers and modern conveniences including flat-screen smart tv’s, internet and phone access.

There is a spacious living area to relax and dine in and a well-stocked library to enjoy some peace and quiet. There is a stylish hairdressing and beauty salon and a therapeutic assisted bathroom.

The team of professional and experienced registered nurses and care workers are committed to developing a relaxed and happy home.

Residents can take part in a variety of activities that can be tailored to their needs to ensure they can socialise and continue to enjoy hobbies.

Landscaped gardens are safe, secure and easily accessible, providing an attractive area to sit and relax or enjoy a spot of gardening.

As part of the Meallmore Group, Auchtercrag House & Auchmacoy Lodge follows rigorous infection control procedures in line with the latest public health guidance.
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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 71 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia
  • Advanced/Complex Dementia

Other Care Provided

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

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

  • Self-Funded Residential Care: from £1700
  • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: from £1700
  • Self-Funded Nursing Care: from £1700
  • Self-Funded Nursing Dementia Care: from £1701
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Care: from £1700
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: from £1700
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Nursing Care: from £1700
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Nursing Dementia Care: from £1700

Please get in touch for the latest information on fees.

These prices are only a guideline, please contact Auchtercrag Care Home / Auchmacoy Lodge 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

  • Julie-Anne Thomson (Interim Home Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Criteria

  • Ages 60+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes
  • Last Refurbishment: 2009

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (71)
  • Single Rooms with Ensuite Wet Room (71)

Auchtercrag Care Home / Auchmacoy Lodge Reviews (25)

9.1

Auchtercrag Care Home / Auchmacoy Lodge has a Review Score of 9.1 (9.119) out of 10, based on 10 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Auchtercrag Care Home / Auchmacoy Lodge has 25 reviews.

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Review from Fiona T (Daughter of Resident) published on 5 July 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 3.0 out of 5
Overall, the care is satisfactory and the staff are friendly and caring. Good to receive details of activities which are held throughout the week. The bedrooms could do with a makeover.
Reply from Auchtercrag Care Home, Manager at Auchtercrag Care Home / Auchmacoy Lodge

Thank you for your review. We are so pleased that you find our staff friendly and caring and are enjoying receiving the activities calendar.

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Review from R R (Daughter of Resident) published on 28 June 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My Mum is well looked after always clean and tidy. The staff are very kind and gentle and they are always there for me as well. Mum enjoys the lovely food and the extras. There is always lots of activities for them to enjoy. Mum's room is always clean and tidy. I'm always kept up to date with her care.
Reply from Auchtercrag Care Home, Manager at Auchtercrag Care Home / Auchmacoy Lodge

Thank you so much for your review. It is really lovely for the staff team to hear that their efforts are noticed and appreciated.

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Review from C W (Daughter of Resident) published on 2 February 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My mother has been a resident since Aug 21. She has settled in well. Staff friendly, attentive, and will always answer questions you may have. Home very clean. Rooms while small are adequate. Food is good and nutritious my mother has gained weight since arriving. Activities for residents could be more
varied but currently being looked at now that Covid restrictions are lifting. Relatives quickly and well informed by e-mail with updates and other information.
Reply from Auchtercrag Care Home, Manager at Auchtercrag Care Home / Auchmacoy Lodge

Thank you so much for your very positive review. I'm glad to see that since admission your relative has thrived. It is nice to know too, that you find the home clean and welcoming. We are certainly looking at activities in 2022 and already have some exciting things planned.

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Review from B W (Son of Resident) published on 13 May 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My mother has been a resident for just over 3 months. The family have been more than happy with the level of service and care she has received. Whilst visiting, we have noticed all the staff will willingly stop and discuss how my mother has settled in. When asked, my mother has nothing but good things
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Review from Jim P (Resident) published on 26 July 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have been in the care home for 8 months, I have no complaints. Since admission there has been an improvement in my general health. I manage to get out every day which is fine and it's good to get fresh air, it is easy for me to get into town and go to the shops.
I have made friendships with the
staff and get on well with them. I am happy in the home.
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Current Review Score: 9.1 (9.119)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.1 (9.119) out of 10 for Auchtercrag Care Home / Auchmacoy Lodge is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.6 out of 5 from 10 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.5 out of 5 from 9 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 4.585 for Auchtercrag Care Home / Auchmacoy Lodge is calculated as follows: ( (78 Excellents x 5) + (31 Goods x 4) + (9 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 118 Ratings = 4.585
  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 4.534 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Auchtercrag Care Home / Auchmacoy Lodge is based on 9 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 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 + 0.1 = 3.9
    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 71 registered maximum number of service users is 14.2. 9 Positive Reviews ÷ 14.2 = 0.634
  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: 23 Apr 2025
How well do we support people's wellbeing?
Adequate (3)
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Adequate (3)
How good is our staff team?
Adequate (3)
How good is our setting?
Adequate (3)
How well is care and support planned?
Adequate (3)
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Awards / Recognitions (6)

Meet the Team (1)

Annabelle

Annabelle Rushforth

Job Title: Deputy Care Home Manager

With over 18 years of experience in care, I have dedicated my career to ensuring that residents receive the highest quality, person-centred support. Over the years, I have worked in various roles across the sector, allowing me to develop a deep understanding of what it takes to create a truly supportive and enriching care environment.


I hold a degree in Health and Social Care, and my passion lies in fostering a whole-home approach, where every team member plays a vital role in delivering exceptional care tailored to each resident’s unique needs. For me, care is about more than just meeting physical needs—it’s about creating a warm, engaging, and fulfilling environment where residents feel valued and at home.


Outside of work, I love getting creative with arts and crafts, and I always look for ways to bring creativity into the home, whether through activities with residents or adding those little personal touches that make a difference. I am proud to be part of the Auchtercrag team, where we strive every day to make a positive impact on the lives of those we care for.

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