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Requirements that professionals are experienced in include care for older people, nursing, respite and palliative care, Dementia and challenging behaviour.
The home has a charming sitting room and day lounge, as well as its own conservatory and courtyard. The grounds are peaceful and offer wonderful countryside views.
Care Provided by Spynie Care Home
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Learning Disability / Autism
- Mental Health Condition
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
- Younger Adults
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
Care Types Provided
- Nursing Care
- Dementia Nursing Care
- For a maximum of 56 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
- Moderate Dementia
- Advanced/Complex Dementia
Other Care Provided
- Parkinson's Disease
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- COPD/Pulmonary Disease
- Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Wheelchair Access
- Ground Floor Accommodation only
- Gardens
- 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 Spynie Care Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Spynie 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
Owner
- Intobeige Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Jamie Taylor(Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Mixed (no single-gender units)
- Ages 18+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Last Refurbishment: 2024
- Number of floors: 1
Room Information
- Single Rooms (56)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (9)
Spynie Care Home Reviews (28)
Spynie Care Home has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.688) out of 10, based on 14 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Spynie Care Home has 28 reviews.
My sister is in residence and she appears to be very well care for
Thank you for your kind review, we look forward to seeing you in the home soon
My wife has been resident in Spynie for over 2 years now. The standard of care she recieives is excellent. The staff have a genuine affection for her and I have no qualms about her placement.
Thank you for your kind 5-star review-it truly means so much to our team. We're grateful for your trust and are honoured to care for your wife.
From the moment you walk in the door you get feelings of friendly, calm and peaceful place. All the staff welcome you and treat the residents with care and dignity. Nothing is to much for the carers, they are so gentle and caring towards the residents. The whole complex is clean and tidy.
Thank you for taking the time to review us. This means so much to the team.
Wonderful, kind and dignified care.
Thank you for taking the time to review us. We appreciate your kind words
My husband's care is superb. Thank you all at this home.
Thank you so much for your review. Your kind words mean so much to all the staff here at Spynie
Staff are brilliant and made welcome on arrival! Debbie at the front desk was very polite on arrival and Madison took us directly to the resident which was nice. Staff showed us about and the facilities are very nice
Grandad looks like he's in great health! He seems to have on and off days but that isn't down to the staff. The other residents seem very happy. Debbie at the front office was very polite and welcoming, love the decor of the high ceilings, feel sorry for your heating bill. Comfy waiting area chairs. Only recommendation would be a little fresh linen diffuser to set the tone of your welcoming. Response time to the bell was superb, Debbie 100m trackstar. I think coffee machine in the waiting area would be a lovely idea. A/C required in laundry area, mood lighting is optional.
She is very happy in her care home. Staff are brilliant with her. They treat her as a friend. She enjoys their company and that of the other residents.
Thank you for your kind words and taking the time to review us
Spynie to me is a warmhearted, kind and homely place. I have every confidence in their care of my husband, and the staff have shown care and kindness both to me and to wider family. To me it is noticeable that staff relationships are warm and friendly and there is an air of calmness and things being under control. All of the staff impress me but maybe I could mention the laundry and domestic staff and the Activities organisers who add so much to the wellbeing of residents.
Thank you for taking the time to review Spynie. We are blessed to have such dedicated caring staff thank you so much for your kind words.
Staff- Every time I'm there I am aware of the care. Not simply what residents need, but they don't miss a chance to be pleasant. Hello in passing, stop for a chat when they have time. I am informed of incidents and get explanations knowing GP and/or nurse has checked her over and she will be monitored and kept safe, kept clean, tidy, comfy, warm. Very positive, smiling staff providing events music socalising, trying new things, one to one or in groups. Asked for opinions for future activities. I have a very high opinion of this care home and recommend it to others. I am glad she's there being looked after with respect from all.
Thank you for your kind words. Your positive feedback means so much to our team.
Spynie Care Home has undergone a truly positive transformation since being taken over by manager Jamie. From the very beginning, it has been clear that Jamie is doing an amazing job, and the improvements are evident throughout the home. There is a noticeable difference in the overall atmosphere - the place feels lighter, more welcoming, and filled with a renewed sense of positivity and care. Staff morale appears higher, and there is a strong feeling of leadership, commitment, and pride in the home. It's reassuring to see such dedication to both residents and staff, and it gives real confidence in the direction the care home is heading. I am genuinely looking forward to seeing Jamie's plans and vision for Spynie Care Home come to life in the future, as the changes so far have been extremely encouraging.
Thank you for your kind words, such positive comments. We are happy to be looking after your uncle here at Spynie and like you we are excited to see where Spynie Care Home can go.
All the staff are friendly and helpful. If we need anything the girls respond quickly and positively. It is a very positive helpful environment. I have been visiting my relative here for over a year although there is a change in management transition was good.
Very happy with my father's care, welcoming and very pleasant to chat too, very satisfied with the care and kindness my father receives, would definitely recommend this care home to anyone looking into residential care
Had family up to see Mum and sat outside in the garden, the weather was very nice. The staff was more than happy to help Mum with her meal. The staff offered drinks for us and the kids, really friendly and helpful. The kids enjoyed their experience seeing Gran for the first time since she moved. Very happy and happy and friendly staff. Can't fault anyone.
My father has been a resident for the past 17 months and has received the very best of care that can be provided. We receive telephone updates if we are unable to visit for a lengthy period. Overall, we are very satisfied with his care package and cannot thank all the staff for their dedication and professionalism. Thank you.
Always a warm welcome on arrivals, all staff speak when I pass. My brother always looks very looked-after. Clothes immaculate. I have no negative remarks. My brother enjoys all his meals.
Neighbours and friends visiting were put off by scruffy gutters, the untended courtyard and pre-developed land on the road to the care home, but I think this is very daft snobbishness! The care is great and the team of carers, especially the younger women and men, are clearly supporting each other to stay cool in frequently stressful situations and are always kind to my mum. The older members of the staff team seem to get more frustrated and attached to particular outcomes, but I am glad they are well outnumbered!
My dad is so well looked after, the care is so good and the love is there all day long.
From the start, the manager and her staff were extremely professional, informative, caring and proactive. Their communication with me regarding my father has been excellent, and at my visits, there has always been a lovely 'banter' and an emphasis on respecting his wishes and dignity. Due to COVID, I can't comment on features such as activities, but Spynie always looks clean and cared for. The sadness of seeing my father decline is eased by the reassurance he is in kind and caring hands. Huge congratulations to the team for turning around Spynie's fortunes.
I visited my partner at Spynie Care Home yesterday. He moved on the 18th August to be 10 minutes from his daughter as we could not find a care home near our home up to the standard and value of Spynie. I am very happy at how he has settled despite his health issues - dementia. Because of covid19, I was unable to see his room or any of the facilities and activities available. I was aproned/masked/well hand washed before my partner was brought in. He was well dressed, clean, comfortable and by all accounts eating well. Staff have a very good rapport with residents. I was dreading this 1st visit, but have a huge sense of relief that my partner is in good, caring hands under a very professional manager.
Regulatory Rating
Care Inspectorate (CI) Rating
Date: 23 February 2026- How well do we support people's wellbeing?Adequate
(3)
- How good is our leadership?Adequate
(3)
- How good is our staff team?Adequate
(3)
- How good is our setting?Good
(4)
- How well is care and support planned?Adequate
(3)
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Frequently Asked Questions about Spynie Care Home
What types of Care is Spynie Care Home registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Learning Disability / Autism, Mental Health Condition, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment, Younger Adults are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Spynie Care Home have?
There are 56 Single Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Spynie Care Home?
Own Furniture if required, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Wheelchair Access, Ground Floor Accommodation only, Gardens, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Spynie Care Home to the centre of Elgin?
0.9 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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