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At Grove Care Home, staff provide high quality, personalised nursing care for elderly people including those with dementia.
The home offers fully furnished bedrooms finished to exceptionally high standards.
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 of their independence...
Care Provided by Grove Care Home
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 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
- Convalescent Care
- 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
Final fees are confirmed following an individual assessment and will depend on the care home chosen, care needs, room type, funding route and the overall support package required.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Grove Care Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Grove 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
- Meallmore Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Isla Cowe (Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 60+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Last Refurbishment: 2011
Room Information
- Single Rooms (40)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (40)
Grove Care Home Reviews (27)
Grove Care Home has a Review Score of 9.3 (9.329) out of 10, based on 11 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Grove Care Home has 27 reviews.
My father attended the Grove Care Home in Kemnay for three weeks of Emergency Respite Care. It was the first time he'd been away from his home environment for many years. On arrival the care staff that were on came into his room and introduced themselves, which was a lovely touch and made him feel instantly at ease in his new surroundings. We cannot fault the care that he recieved and the staff were always cheerful and friendly. There was always a lovely atmosphere about the place and Isla, the Manager and her staff were always there to help with any questions. Dad can be quite a fussy eater but he really enjoyed all his meals, which were of good quality and a good variety across the week. Our grateful thanks to all the staff at the Grove for looking after Dad so well.
Thank you for your kind words. It was a pleasure being able to support your dad and we will always be on hand if ever needed again.
Isla
Thank you Isla and all your staff
Thank you so much for taking the time to share this thoughtful review. We're delighted to hear how positive the changes at The Grove have been for your aunt and for your family. It's wonderful to know that Isla's approachable leadership has made such a difference, creating a calm, welcoming...
Dad can go as often and as long as he wants.
The room can be made as homely as you want. It is well kept. Clean. As I live miles away I feel so much happier that she is getting well looked after.
I'm always able to phone to find anything out and not feel like I'm being a bother.
Thank you for sharing such thoughtful feedback about your mum's settling-in journey. We know how big a transition this can be, especially when someone has lived quite privately for a long time, so it's lovely to hear that our team's gentle approach is helping her feel more comfortable and...
There is no internet connection in the rooms so that is restrictive for both residents and visitors.
Dad has been poorly this last week, and they were prompt in calling the doctor and us. They have looked after him well and were keen to make sure we were ok too.
I feel that the staff really care about their residents in The Grove, which means a lot to us.
Thank you very much for your kind words. We are very proud of the work that we do here and are very appreciative of your feedback.
My husband moved in recently, he is living with dementia. I visit almost daily, and he always appears content in his relatively new surroundings. I am made to feel welcome, and the Care Staff are always mingling with the residents, so available to approach. There is evidence of a huge emphasis on meaningful activities and community inclusion; residents and staff are seen in the local village.
thank you for your kind words, really pleased that your husband is settling in so well and that you feel welcome into the Home. We are fortunate to have a great team here at the Grove and they really enjoy the work that they do.
All the staff have been absolutely lovely, cheerful and helpful. Her room was always spotlessly clean and fresh, as was the rest of the home. Mum obviously enjoyed the specially prepared food as, following a stroke she was very underweight, but the improvement in her condition in such a short time is remarkable.
Grateful thanks to all the staff.
Hi Catriona, Many thanks for your kind words. It was a pleasure to have been able to look after your mum for the short time we had her.
My husband arrived after being in hospital. Certain drugs that he was given in hospital were not prescribed at the care home so he was very confused, unsettled and became aggressive. This was our first experience of a care home. We all realised (ourselves and care staff) that they could not cope with his condition of Lewy Body Dementia. He was asked to find somewhere else. Some of the carers were good and did genuinely appear to care; however I certainly felt that most staff never really properly supported either of us. I felt we were being talked about behind our backs and there was no real caring support. I was willing to support my husband and his carers. His care notes did not depict what was happening. The staff did little to encourage my husband to walk despite the fact that I managed to get the council physio to visit him regularly. My husband moved to another care home and is now home. On his first day at the new care home he had a shower which was never given at The Grove after a 6 week stay.
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We are committed to providing compassionate, individualised care and welcome the opportunity to address concerns while respecting the confidentiality and dignity of our residents. Any adjustments to hospital prescriptions are made under medical guidance to...
The Grove Care Home is set in a beautiful location. The staff are very professional with a very friendly and caring nature and welcome visitors with open arms. I am so glad my mother was in this care home for the final weeks before she passed. I can't thank the staff enough for their friendliness, care and support.
Our mother was staying at Grove Care Home. The staff were just angels to our mother. Must be the kindest people I have ever met. Our mother was looked after 'first-class'. I would recommend your home to anyone knowing their parent was safe in their hands.
Thank you so much for your thoughtful and heartfelt review. We are honoured to have had the opportunity to care for your mother and it brings us great joy to know that our team made such a positive impact on her well-being. Thank you again for trusting us with her care.
Mum has settled into the Grove really well, her room is very nice with everything she needs. The staff are lovely and provide very good care. The food is very good and there seems to be plenty of activities to keep Mum occupied.
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're delighted to hear that your mum has settled in so well at The Grove. It's wonderful to know that she's comfortable in her room and that our staff's care and attention are meeting your mum's expectations and needs. We're also glad she's enjoying the food...
Mum is very happy at Grove. The care she gets is very good and all the staff know her well. The food is very good with lots of choice. We can tell when we visit that Mum is comfortable in all the public areas and also enjoys quiet time in her room. They also have a lot of different activities to keep the residents active and engaged where possible.
Thank you for your kind words, I will pass this onto the staff in the home
Staff try hard to make relatives as comfortable as possible, they try and spend as much time as they can with relatives and help them with eating requirements and personal hygiene.
Thank you for sharing your detailed feedback. We are pleased to hear that you find the overall care at The Grove to be good and that our colleague's dedication to making residents comfortable is appreciated. We understand the importance of providing additional attention as residents' needs increase...
Attentive staff, good food and great surroundings. Staff really care about their residents and engage in a friendly way. Activities and local trips are arranged for the more able residents, keeping their minds active.
Thank you so much for your kind words and thoughtful review. We are delighted you appreciate our attentive colleagues, delicious food, and lovely surroundings at The Grove. Our team is dedicated to providing compassionate care and engaging with our residents in a friendly manner. We are also...
We cannot fault the care my mum received during her time at the Grove. Very good communication. In my mum's final days staff and nurses were outstanding, they treated my mum with so much dignity and respect and showed so much compassion to myself and my wife. We have no negative words whatsoever.
Thank you for your kind words, I will pass this on to all the staff in the home.
A very welcoming home. Staff are always very pleasant and helpful. Mum has been a lot happier since moving here. Well fed and cared for.
Thank you for your kind words they are much appreciated and I will pass this on to staff members.
I have no complaints about the home, my mother is very happy and content, she is well looked after. Myself and my brother are always greeted by friendly and helpful staff, we are kept informed of Mum's changing needs and condition. As a retired nurse, I have worked in environments similar and am happy with Mum's care.
Yet another new manager has just been advised. In general, care is okay but gets poor inspection reports. Some staff are excellent but others not so. Activities are poor for those more able residents. Not much choice locally.
Thank you for your comments, Grove Care Home strives to increase quality and care for all residents that live in the home. We would encourage anyone to communicate with the home directly.
Happy with the care my uncle is receiving. The staff are friendly and kind. The staff keep me informed.
Thank you so much for the feedback and for choosing Grove Care Home. This helps us continuously improve the service and motivates the staff members.
Dad came to the care home for respite and moved into long-term care soon after. In the eight weeks Dad was there, the care and support given were extremely good. Nurses and carers did as much as they could for him and made him as comfortable as possible. They also were very good at supporting me and other family members when visiting.
Thank you for your feedback, it is much appreciated.
Regulatory Rating
Care Inspectorate (CI) Rating
Date: 21 April 2026- How well do we support people's wellbeing?Very Good
(5)
- 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)
Bed Vacancies
Please contact us for latest vacancies.
News (5) & Events (0)
- 18 Nov 2025
Meallmore is proud to celebrate an exceptional year at the Scottish Care Home Awards 2025, with multiple award wins and finalist achievements that highlight our position as one of Scotland’s...
- 10 Nov 2025
Daniel Okang-Boye from Grove Care Home in Kemnay has been named Carer of the Year at the Meallmore Colleague Awards 2025. Daniel’s warmth, reliability, and dedication have earned him admiration...
- 16 Jun 2025
At Meallmore, we know life doesn’t slow down with age – and our resident John Picken has proved just that. John, 91, who lives at Leven Beach Care Home in...
There are no upcoming events for Grove Care Home.
Awards / Recognitions (15)
- 13 Jul 2026Recipient: Meallmore Ltd
- 07 Jul 2026Recipient: Meallmore Ltd
- 26 Mar 2026Recipient: Meallmore Ltd
Accreditations
There are no accreditations posted yet for Grove Care Home.
Meet the Team (1)

“Meallmore’s values fully align with my own; the company is kind, considerate and supportive not only to our residents but to all our colleagues too. I’m looking forward to working with the team here, and my top priority is to provide high-quality, personalised care for everyone who stays with us at Grove.”
Frequently Asked Questions about Grove Care Home
What types of Care is Grove Care Home registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Grove Care Home have?
There are 40 Single Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Grove Care Home?
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 are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Grove Care Home to the centre of Inverurie?
4.4 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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