
Colinton Care Home is a step above well staffed and all exceptional in the dementia careStuart M(Son of Resident/Service User)

The staff went out of their way to treat dad with dignity and respectJ S(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

It was an extremely hard decision to put Mum in a care home but we could not have picked a better onPaula G(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

Colinton Care Home is a step above well staffed and all exceptional in the dementia careStuart M(Son of Resident/Service User)

The staff went out of their way to treat dad with dignity and respectJ S(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

It was an extremely hard decision to put Mum in a care home but we could not have picked a better onPaula G(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

Colinton Care Home is situated in Edinburgh’s desirable Merchiston area, offering easy access to local shops, amenities, public transport, and the Edinburgh City Bypass. Just a 10-minute drive from Princes Street and the city centre, the home is ideally located for residents and visiting families alike.
This purpose-built care home has been extensively refurbished to provide modern, comfortable surroundings. Accommodation is offered in spacious single-occupancy rooms, each with en-suite facilities, designed...
Care Provided by Colinton 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 Nursing Care
- For a maximum of 53 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
- Advanced/Complex Dementia
Other Care Provided
- Parkinson's Disease
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- Convalescent Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Phone Point in own room
- 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 Colinton Care Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Colinton 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
- Care Concern Group Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Elizabeth Cass(Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Last Refurbishment: 2014
Room Information
- Single Rooms (53)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (2)
Colinton Care Home Reviews (88)
Colinton Care Home has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.655) out of 10, based on 19 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Colinton Care Home has 88 reviews.
Thanks you all the wonderful staff at Colinton!
Thank you for your kind words Helen about the home and our wonderful team. It was an absolute pleasure to be able to get to know your dad and to care and support him.
When my friend was taken ill the nursing staff gave exemplary care to him, placing his needs first. They managed the situation sensibly and responsibly, liaising with external medical professionals to make sure he had appropriate treatment. The surroundings and the food are great but it's the nurses and carers who make the difference here. They care about each resident and make the effort to understand them and reach out to them.
Thank you for your kind words in acknowledging the hard working team at Colinton. We are pleased your friend is well and back with us
The care and kindness they gave to mum and her family was amazing . Cannot thank staff enough and will be forever grateful
Thank you for your kind words about Colinton and the team. It was a pleasure to have cared for your mum in her final days
My dad was very well cared for during his recent stay and the staff were extremely attentive and super friendly. Overall I would rate the care home as excellent.
Thank you for your kind words about the team and the home. It was a pleasure to have your dad stay with us
As a family we could not have been happier with the level of care received at CCH. The staff went above & beyond to assist in making the last few months of my aunts life as comfortable & happy as possible.
Thank you for your review and your kind comments on the care we provided for your Aunt. It was a pleasure having her here at Colinton.
I do appreciate the care my beloved husband Patrick receives and I know how much he needs it, but although his powers of communication are slow, I always feel that there should be more activities especially at the weekends. Also if a resident requires physical assistance such as cleaning spectacles, they he must have access to them at anytime he is awake, there was an incident last month. The problem is now resolved.
Thank you for your review and your kind comments on the care we provide your husband. Your points on our activities provision are noted and we always ensure that there is a variety of activities available to residents across all days of the week. We work hard to ensure that we are responsive to our residents needs and thank you for recognising that a recent matter has been resolved.
I was at Colinton Care Home for respite care. In every way the care and help I received was excellent. I had a very nice comfortable room with ensuite. The carers were puntucal, very pleasant and cheerful and provided excellent care and help. Many Thanks.
Thank you for taking the time to acknowledge the team at Colinton and we are pleased to hear you enjoyed your stay. We hope to see you for another stay in the near future!
When visiting Colinton Care Home, I have always found a warm welcome from the staff. The home is always clean and tidy, and the residents are well cared for. I have no complaints whatsoever and am very grateful for the genuine care shown to the residents.
Thank you for taking the time to acknowledge the wonderful Team at Colinton!
My Godmother was looked after so carefully, lovingly and professionally in her time at CCH. When she died there of dementia, the staff were wonderful, ensuring we could attend before she died and shedding tears on learning of her death, nothing but praise and thanks.
Thank you for your review and it has been an honour and privilege to care for your Godmother and she is greatly missed. Our kind and caring team pride themselves on providing the very best in person-centred care and your kind words will mean a lot to them.
This has been an exceptionally stressful time and whilst both my mother and I have felt supported by the care staff, the same has not been my experience of the administrative staff.
My relationship with the admin staff has now got to the point where I do not feel able to ask any questions or engage in any communication.
Thank you for your review for Colinton Care Home. I am delighted to hear that your overall experience has been positive. The manager and her team are clearly demonstrating our Values. Please feel free to contact me if you wish to discuss your concerns around the administration team in more details.
Our godmother had been at Colinton for almost 9 years and during that time has been very well looked after. All the staff have been great, looking after our godmother care and dignity. We could not have asked for any better care. Thank you.
Thank you for your kind review and it has been an absolute privilege to care for your godmother and for her to have made her home at Colinton. We will be sure to pass on your kind words with our team and wish you well.
Very happy with the care home. The staff went out of their way to treat dad with dignity and respect and invested a lot of time in settling him in when he moved there in August. All staff were extremely kind and caring. There are lots of activities on offer and the staff worked hard to involve as many residents as possible in them. If we raised any minor issues, they were dealt with immediately. Very happy with the home overall.
Excellent, caring staff with care and concern for all residents. Relate well both to residents and to visitors. Good communication at all times. Friendly and helpful, always welcoming.
My aunt stayed In Colinton Care Home for a short respite visit. She thoroughly enjoyed her break, and the beautiful home cooked food. I personally found the staff very caring, and compassionate also the feel of the place was very homely, and I think that's very important. I would thoroughly recommend this excellent care home.
Colinton Care Home is a step above well staffed and all exceptional in the dementia care they provide, very knowledgeable, attentive and approachable not just for my dad but to our family as well.
Within minutes of entering the home, staff were there introducing themselves and looking after my dad.
We can't thank all the staff and management enough.
Thank you for your positive feedback towards Colinton Care Home. Our top priority is to ensure residents feel comfortable and welcomed, so it is rewarding to hear such a lovely review about how we are doing. We are also pleased to hear that your family felt well supported and impressed by the...
Mum only stayed for a week's respite but she is already asking for her friends. The moment I stepped into Colinton I could feel there was a lovely atmosphere, both the residents and staff were welcoming and happy. The staff were lovely with Mum and she's enjoyed the social side of staying in Colinton. I think it's only a matter of time before she's back. Thank you for being so lovely to Mum.
Thank you for your lovely feedback about Colinton Care Home. We're delighted to hear that your mum enjoyed her stay and felt so comfortable with us. It's wonderful to know that she appreciated the warm, welcoming atmosphere and had a positive social experience with both the residents and the team....
Colinton Care Home has provided my mother-in-law with a safe space to live, with friendly staff who go above and beyond to help the residents and their families. The nursing and care staff got to know my mother-in-law and her needs and desires, making sure she was well cared for and that she could still live as independently as possible.
This was Mum's first experience of respite care, and all the staff were caring and considerate taking time with Mum. The room was clean and fresh, and I would recommend Colinton to anyone who is in need of this service. Thanks to the manager for her patience and time to help us navigate the process.
My mother has been a resident of Colinton Care Home since March 2024. The staff have all been extremely kind and attentive, and she is being well looked after in a homely setting. She feels safe and secure, and we as a family are very happy that she is receiving the best care possible. Staff have been very helpful and welcoming to all family members, and nothing is too much trouble for them. I highly recommend Colinton Care Home.
It was an extremely hard decision to put Mum in a care home but we could not have picked a better one. I am able to be more at ease knowing Mum is safe and well cared for.
I love going to visit her and have now have many friends there.
Well done Colinton Care Home!
Bed Vacancies
2 Bed Vacancies
Posted: 31 July 2026We currently have vacancies at our lovely care home. Please get in touch with our friendly team to find out more.
News (1) & Events (0)
- 30 Oct 2024
The care team at Colinton Care Home in Edinburgh are delighted to have received ‘Good’ ratings in all five evaluation areas following their recent inspection by the Care Inspectorate. The...
There are no upcoming events for Colinton Care Home.
Awards / Recognitions (1)
- 30 Jun 2022Recipient: Colinton Care Home
Accreditations
There are no accreditations posted yet for Colinton Care Home.
Meet the Team (1)

Liz Cass brings over 15 years of dedicated nursing experience, having served as a nurse, charge nurse, unit manager, and deputy manager.
From April 2014 to December 2022, she managed the dementia unit at Colinton Care Home and held the position of Deputy Manager. After a brief period of career development, Liz returned to Colinton as the Home Manager, motivated by her passion for elder care.
In her spare time, Liz enjoys adventurous outings with her son, whom she considers to be her greatest achievement outside of her work.
She advises families to trust their decision when choosing a care home. Liz is deeply committed to the happiness and well-being of her residents, always going above and beyond to meet their needs.
In her own words, Liz says, “My love for working with our older generation has never failed me, and my residents are at the forefront of everything I do. I will go above and beyond to ensure the happiness and well-being of everyone within the home. “
Frequently Asked Questions about Colinton Care Home
What types of Care is Colinton 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 Colinton Care Home have?
There are 53 Single Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Colinton Care Home?
Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Minibus or other transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Colinton Care Home to the centre of Edinburgh?
1.7 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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