
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.
At this difficult time with Covid-19 I am so glad my dad is safe and secure in Colinton. The staff are fantastic. They are doing their very best to keep all the residents entertained and safe. They have set up a social media web page so we can see what our relatives are getting up to and we can ring them to have a chat. I have also been sending cards and care packages to my dad. If you wish you can also have a video call with your relative. We receive regular newsletters keeping us up-to-date and we had a video meeting with managers; they are doing everything they can to keep us informed and to reassure us. In light of the news about what's happening in other care homes this is all greatly appreciated. All I can say is thank you, stay safe all and keep doing what you do best.
At the time of writing this review, we are in week 7 of the Covid lockdown and Colinton has remained Covid-free. Yes, there is an element of luck involved, but the good teamwork and good practices observed at Colinton are helping to keep that good luck! Heartfelt thanks to you all.
The staff are giving their best during this difficult time, and keeping the residents active and stimulated.
It is gratifying to know that everyone is well and that all necessary precautions are in place for the safety of both residents and staff.
To say 'thank you' seems very little, but it is heartfelt.
My good wishes to all and thank you for going the extra mile. It is so much appreciated.
The questions below can be evaluated only on the basis of my experience before visiting was no longer possible.
Also, there is a large garden where people in wheelchairs can be taken and although in a city suburb has a country feel about it. Not that it affects me (space)! But a bigger visitor car park would be good.
Thank you for your positive comments about our home, it is great to hear how happy and settled you are here at Colinton. We pride ourselves on our high standard of service, so we are pleased that you enjoy the food and activities. Your comments will be passed onto the Home Manager and team, who will be delighted to hear your feedback.
My husband has been cared for by excellent caring staff who also have a sense of fun. The atmosphere in Colinton is calm but busy. The staff are very friendly and always helpful. It is a pleasure to visit there.
Thank you for your positive review of our home, your comments are wonderful to read.
I am very pleased with my Mum's care. All the staff are unfailingly friendly and supportive - everyone from the front door and throughout the building. The cleaners do a great job and always speak, the kitchen staff are very willing to try and supply anything she would really like to eat and the activities coordinators are great fun and work hard at engaging her. The nursing and care staff are very kind and attentive and treat her with great dignity and humour.
Thank you for your positive comments about our home, the whole team takes pride in the service we offer at Colinton, so it is wonderful to hear you find them "unfailingly friendly and supportive". They will be delighted to hear your lovely feedback.
My father has been in Colinton Care Home for over a year and I cannot recommend this care home more highly. The staff and activity leaders are excellent. The rooms are beautifully furnished and immaculately clean. The attention to detail is incredible. My father has been extremely well looked after and I cannot thank all the staff at Colinton Care Home enough.
The residents are very well cared for. The rooms are kept clean at all times. The residents get many activities to join in. The care staff are lovely, friendly and nothing is too much bother for them. I am at ease with this place and would highly recommend it!
I came to visit my aunt and was very pleasantly surprised by my first experience of a care home. Lovely welcome at reception and I was taken to my aunt's room which is beautiful and overlooks the garden. Spotlessly clean and all the staff were happy and enjoying a Hawaiian Day with BBQ and I was invited too.
I visited my friend for the first time since they moved into the home as I was in Scotland on holiday. I found the staff all very welcoming and friendly. The house smelled lovely and clean. My friend is very happy there, I was most impressed with the house overall and the atmosphere in it.
My Mum has recently moved in. All the staff have been fantastic with Mum and with the family. They have been patient and kind. Mum has settled in quickly due to the excellent care she is receiving. It is a big relief to us to see her health start to improve. She enjoys the regular activities and is starting to become more social again. The food is excellent and mealtimes are also a chance for her to meet other residents. Her room is beautiful and the whole care home is spotlessly clean. The manager is always available to help.
First impressions when entering the care home are very welcoming. Staff at front of house extremely friendly and helpful. The manager is very much available and integrates with the residents. The whole place has a very good feel to it and is very well cared for. All staff offer to have a good relationship with the residents.
Do not know if the value for money as I'm only a friend and don't know the cost. Unable to recommend as I live in West Lothian but would definitely recommend for someone living in Edinburgh.
Good hairdressing facilities, sitting rooms bright and homely. A lovely walled garden which will be good for residents once the weather improves to go outside and sit in the sunshine. The bust stops at the care home so it is easy for access as parking can be difficult.
We are delighted with the care our mother receives at Colinton Care Home. The staff are all very friendly, caring and kind. The facilities are very clean and well maintained. Although my mother chooses not to participate, we like that there is a wide variety of entertainment and trips should she care to join in but I like how she is never forced or moved into the main lounge if she doesn't want to. I have recommended the home to others and can wholeheartedly say that we are all very happy that our mother is a resident of Colinton Care Home.
My husband has only been in this facility one week and I cannot fault the care and attention he receives.
My mum has been at Colinton Care Home for eight years. The home is very homely and the staff are so caring and thoughtful. Earlier this year, my mum was admitted to the hospital and I could not wait to get her back to the home, as the hospital is not the same. The care for the elderly is not the same. Now my mum is back at Colinton, she is coming on in leaps and bounds. The care home is my mums home now, and all the staff are like an extended family.
My mother has been a resident here for a few years now and is extremely happy there. She has a lovely bedroom which is always clean and was completely decorated not so long ago. The staff are exceptionally friendly towards all the residents and very welcoming to family and friends at all times. The management are always very approachable. There are activities arranged for most days in the week as well as outings, weather permitting.
The menu is always on display for visitors to read and the meals appear to have a good choice. There is a residents meeting held every three months when they are asked for their views on such things as the food and activities on offer. There is also a relatives meeting held every three months when management update everybody on any issues that arise.
Overall we are very happy with how mum has been looked after and would have no hesitation in recommending this Care Home.
The care team cope very well with her. They are also very good at keeping me up to date with any changes in her care.
I have nothing but praise for the 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...
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Awards / Recognitions (1)
- 30 Jun 2022Recipient: Colinton Care Home
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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. “
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