
I really recommend the care home, the staff are great.Susan D(Daughter of Resident/Service User)



I really recommend the care home, the staff are great.Susan D(Daughter of Resident/Service User)



At Drummohr Care Home, situated in the town of Wallyford, a team of kind and professional care providers offer personalised nursing and nursing dementia care in a relaxed and calming setting.
Drummohr offers many comfortable areas for residents to unwind and relax. In the warmer weather residents spend time in the landscape garden and pretty patio area.
The catering team at Drummohr understands the nutritional needs of older people and creates delicious...
Care Provided by Drummohr 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 60 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
Other Care Provided
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- Convalescent Care
Facilities
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Residents Kitchenette
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Drummohr Care Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Drummohr 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
- HC-One
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Priscillah Musenga (Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
Room Information
- Single Rooms (60)
Drummohr Care Home Reviews (78)
Drummohr Care Home has a Review Score of 9.5 (9.544) out of 10, based on 22 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Drummohr Care Home has 78 reviews.
Since Covid, I have noticed some really good changes at Drummohr. The place is a lot more vibrant and my father actually feels part of something and really loves being there. The company seem to have spent money doing the place up, new carpets and paint which is really nice but the biggest difference is how the staff are now. They appear more engaged, really thorough and caring (not that they weren't before) nothing appears to be too much trouble. After 3 years of turmoil and all the hassle caused by Covid, it's great to see my father so settled and enjoying his days.
We as a family are very happy with the care and support our mum receives. We know we can ask anything of the staff to make Mum comfortable and happy. Mum is treated with respect and dignity and more, or just as, important fun! We feel the one area that could improve is the laundry which comes up short at times.
Thank you for taking the time to complete a review relating to the level of care at Drummohr Care Home. It is reassuring to hear that you feel your loved one is treated with dignity and respect by the staff group and that you are happy with the level of care and support in the home. I am sorry the...
Staff keep me well updated on my mum's progress during the recent lockdown. I find the services very helpful and they ease my mind knowing I can't visit myself. I really recommend the care home, the staff are great.
I would just like to say the care home staff are lovely very helpful. They have a nice garden area with a gazebo in place for garden visits so we are shielded from the elements. They have PPE available and access to hand sanitizers, the home is clean and fresh. All staff are doing a great job in this current situation we are living in at the moment.
Staff are very friendly and caring.
Venue good. Staff excellent, friendly and helpful. Friend taken good care of. Likes food and staff, also activities suit residents.
Mum came to Drummohr after it was recommended by a social worker for the care she needed. I have found the staff very polite, friendly and always able to answer any questions I have regarding my mum.
My mother moved into Drummohr in January 2019 and she has been well looked after. The managers have been very proactive for my mother's needs and have dealt promptly and enthusiastically with my requests about my mother's needs. The staff/carers have also been attentive and helpful towards my mother.
My father has been in the care home for only one week however we have had great service. The staff have been very accommodating with all our questions and are so patient with my dad's needs. Lovely cafe and garden area to sit and visit.
The staff are very friendly and attentive to my father in law's needs.
My grandpa has settled very well into Drummohr Care Home, thanks to the care and attentiveness of the staff. They recognise his needs and he is happy here. I am so impressed by the facilities for residents and visitors. We are able to enjoy quality family time with grandpa, make coffee and play music. Grandpa was accommodated here at very short notice, which we are very grateful for. He has since moved to a bedroom on a more appropriate floor which he is very happy with. The staff turned this around for him as quickly as they could. Thank you for treating my grandpa with dignity and respect.
My grandpa is staying here and he seems genuinely happy to be here. I love the music/lounge room- he had a big smile on his face while singing along. It makes me happy to see him so comfortable here. Everybody is so friendly and cheerful!
Visiting Mum today and used new cafeteria. It is really beautiful and Mum enjoyed sitting at the table with us. Her room is spotless and she is always immaculately dressed. Can't fault anything.
A lovely team at Drummohr, take time to add personal touches to the care of their residents.
Excellent care is given to my father in law. Staff can't do enough for us all. Housekeeping staff are great and are always on the go. Staff are always visible, the managers door is always open and she will always give you time when needed or will often just come out to say hello and ask how things are. The care given to my father in law has been exceptional, we can't fault it at all, this has helped with the transition which has been difficult for our family. We would just like to say thank you.
All in all, things are looking up. We are very happy for now.
Wife admitted to Drummohr Care Home very recently. So far I have found all members of staff to be extremely helpful and kind not only to my wife but to our entire family. I am always made to feel welcome.
Staff first class.
Everybody very pleasant.
In December 2013 my mother broke her hip and also had haematomas on the brain. Mum underwent surgery and the surgeon told me because of the circumstances and Mum's age we could expect her to get a year at most. In April 2014 a room became available at Drummhor. I wasn't sure about it but after 1 week Mum was back to her usual self and full of praise for the care staff. Thanks to the diligence, care and loving attention from the care staff Mum enjoys a great quality of life. I can't praise the staff highly enough. For those who like to know these things my mother is well on her way now to the grand old age of101!!. That I think says it all. 5 stars all round.
My mum is enjoying herself, plenty to eat, attending dances, gaining weight.
Regulatory Rating
Care Inspectorate (CI) Rating
Date: 21 November 2025- How well do we support people's wellbeing?Adequate
(3)
- 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
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News (20) & Events (0)
- 18 Sep 2025
HC-One Scotland’s Drummohr Care Home in Wallyford, Musselburgh, East Lothian, was visited on Friday 4th July by MP for Lothian East, Douglas Alexander. Residents and colleagues of the HC-One Scotland...
- 21 Aug 2025
Residents, families, and colleagues at HC-One Scotland’s Drummohr Care Home in Wallyford, Musselburgh, East Lothian, have enjoyed a busy and joyful summer filled with sunshine, community spirit, and meaningful activities....
- 23 Jul 2025
Drummohr Care Home, located in Wallyford, Musselburgh, East Lothian, and Springfield Bank Care Home, located in Bonnyrigg, Midlothian, run by HC-One Scotland, welcomed visitors and guests from their local community...
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