
The staff are most pleasant and go out of their way to ensure residents are well cared forM N(Power of Attorney of Resident/Service User)

Highly recommend Etive House. Fantastic staff, all so friendly and helpful who work togetherD P(Niece of Resident/Service User)

They are an amazingly dedicated team that showed loving care and empathy every dayMoira T(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

The staff are most pleasant and go out of their way to ensure residents are well cared forM N(Power of Attorney of Resident/Service User)

Highly recommend Etive House. Fantastic staff, all so friendly and helpful who work togetherD P(Niece of Resident/Service User)

They are an amazingly dedicated team that showed loving care and empathy every dayMoira T(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

Etive House Care Home is a purpose-built care home that provides a superior standard of accommodation. The home is designed to promote small group living providing accommodation for 62 residents.
Although equipped with every modern comfort, Etive House nevertheless retains an air of unhurried tranquillity, a welcoming atmosphere and a sense of family that ensure residents feel relaxed and at home.
To make guests truly at ease requires dedicated staff. The...
Care Provided by Etive House 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
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 62 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
- COPD/Pulmonary Disease
- 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
- Residents Kitchenette
- 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 Etive House Care Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Etive House 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're over the age of 65. This support is not reflected in this fee amount.
Good to Know
Group / Owner
- Care Concern Group Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Georgina Taylor(Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Mixed with both male-only and female-only unit(s)
- Ages 55+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Last Refurbishment: 2019
- Number of floors: 2
Room Information
- Single Rooms (62)
Parking
- On site car park.
Etive House Care Home Reviews (51)
Etive House Care Home has a Review Score of 9.4 (9.447) out of 10, based on 11 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Etive House Care Home has 51 reviews.
I find peace in knowing my uncle is well cared for at Etive House. All the staff are friendly and willing to help at all times. He is well fed and loves the company at meal times. The various programs available each week give him the chance to socialise. The cozy environment feels homely and makes the transition easier. I'm thankful for Etive House and the care they provide my uncle at this stage of his life.
we are delighted to care for your Uncle and so pleased that you have rated the home 5 star across the board . A huge thank you from all the staff
When the time came for my father to go into a care home, it was upsetting for us all. Etive House staff have been brilliant and have done everything to make the transition smooth and have supported us all. They deal with dads' individual needs with care and compassion. We see how they are with other residents and feel like it's one big family. Dad is very happy there, and it gives us peace of mind that he is safe, well looked after, and to be honest, is getting spoilt rotten! Would not hesitate to recommend this home, it is excellent.
Thank you for your amazing reviews , this is so lovely and we will share with our entire staff team .
All the staff are kindly towards my mother, which is all that I would ask. They went to a great deal of effort to make my mum's 100th and 101st birthday party as lovely as it could possibly be. If I telephone to make an enquiry re. mums welfare, my calls are always taken patiently, when the staff are clearly busy. My three brothers also agree with my comments.
HI ,
Thank you so much for your lovely review , we share all reviews with the staff team and they will be delighted to hear you are so happy with the care .
the staff are outstanding and the care for my mum who has dementia among other issues is thoughtful and specific to her needs. She is happy there and has a level of care I just could not provide at home
Thank you so much for your lovely review , it is a pleasure to care for your mum and we are delighted you are so happy .
Our experience of Etive Care Home has been extremely positive from the time my mother entered the Home in 2024 to present. The staff (all levels and roles) are kind, approachable, efficient and informative. We feel my mother is treated with dignity and kindness at all times. Family members are welcomed and made to feel at home or alternatively encouraged to make contact for updates at any time. During my mother's difficult journey with dementia she is treated with care and familiarity which we feel helps her and us cope with her condition.
Thank you so much for your kind words , we are delighted to care fro your mum and so happy you are having such a positive experience with us .
Everyone there is friendly and welcoming to visitors at any time and have helped the whole family cope with this change of living for mum.
thank you so much for your lovely review , we are delighted you are so happy with the care .
My mum is resident in the care home I visited her yesterday Tuesday she is settled in well she put on weight and is very happy there the staff are very nice and friendly and very professional the care home is lovely and in a lovely place can not fault it in anyway.
thank you so much for the lovely review , we will share this with the team and continue to strive to deliver the best care .
The real evidence of standard hits you on walking through the door , the residents are happy well looked after , food is good and what more can anyone ask for ?
Well done to Etive House .
Thank you Colin for your great review we are very happy to care for your mum and delighted you think so highly of the home .
My mother in law had a significant birthday recently and the staff at Etive House went above and beyond any expectations we had of the celebration they offered to host. It was a joyous occasion and the staff couldn't do enough for my mother in law, family and friends before, during and after the celebrations. The staff are always so kind, caring, thoughtful and respectful, and all work to the highest standard; the weekend of the birthday celebrations all staff members were exceptionally kind and gave so much more than expected. The staff all seem to have a sense of humour which is great to see.
Thank you so much for your kind review. It was truly a wonderful day!
Etive House Care Home is a very comfortable and welcoming place for my father who has dementia. The staff care for him very well. There have been issues with his clothing and they have done their best to resolve this.
It always warms my heart to see all the care and diversity, interesting activities, afforded to the residents...The resident's joy is infectious, and it is so obvious that they are living in a safe, and caring environment.
Thank you so much for your kind words and it is a pleasure to care for the residents here at Etive House, thank you on behalf of the entire staff team.
Etive House Care Home takes excellent care of my father. He is treated with dignity and respect. The staff always have time for him and I didn't feel rushed when talking with Senior Care Assistance about dad's recent fall. I was contacted asap after this incident. My father seems happy, content and making the best of being in a care home. The staff continually trying to get him out of his room.
Thank you so much for your lovely review, we are so grateful you feel that your dad is in safe hands and being well cared for. Thank you for taking the time to write the review and I will share this with the staff team.
From my first encounter with management and care staff whilst viewing Etive House I was very impressed with the professional approach of all these staff and their caring attitude. Since my mother has moved into the home my estimation of the team has only increased further. There is an energy about the home. It is bright and clean and all the staff are warm, friendly and very caring. There are always lots of staff around and they are very approachable. I feel very secure knowing my mum is safe and being very well looked after.
Thank you so much for your lovely words! it is such a pleasure to care for your mum and we will continue to do our very best to deliver the best care.
Etive House Care Home is an excellent facility. My mum has been there for around 6 weeks and our family are delighted with the care she has received. The staff food and cleanliness are exceptional and we would recommend it to anyone who asks.
Thank you so much for your lovely review, it really is so kind of you to take the time and we are delighted you are happy with the care being delivered to your mum.
My friend has been a resident at Etive House Care Home for a year now. I have been relieved since she entered your care as she was no longer fit to be staying by herself. She is extremely thin but I do believe she is well fed and well looked after. The staff are friendly and caring.
Thank you so ,uch for your kind words and we are so pleased you are happy with the care and support at Etive House .
Having not long had another enjoyable visit with my elderly Aunt at Etive House I felt I had to take time to commend this home on all they do. From the minute you arrive, you are made to feel welcome, the place is spotless and fresh and you always are greeted with a smile and a tray of tea. Just as if I was visiting my Aunt in her own home! My Aunty has the most beautiful room and seems to know all the staff by name and has the most amazing social life from the sounds of it. She had recently been entertained by some lovely musicians playing Scottish music. She said she often is up dancing and doing keep fit too! I’d like to thank all the staff at Etive House for their first-class care of my Aunt. It’s not easy for us to visit as often as we would like but we really are grateful that she is in such a super place it puts our mind at rest she is being so well cared for.
Thank you so much for your amazing review, we are so grateful you took the time and delighted you are so happy with the care.
We are happy with my dad's care in the home. They are excellent at keeping us up to date with his health and well-being. Dad is usually happy when we visit and is always having banter with the staff. There are three ladies who are a part of the staff in the home and nothing is too much trouble for them.
Thank you so much for the review we are so happy you and your dad are having such a great experience.
We are always greeted by friendly staff with a smile. Dad is mostly happy and we are delighted with his exemplary care at Etive House. All staff we have had the pleasure to meet are better than we could wished for.
We are delighted you are so happy with your dad's care. Thank you for taking the time to leave a review
My papa is well looked after, very content and is looking the best he has in a long time. Delighted with the love and care he gets from the staff here. The carers are a credit to the Etive House Care Home team. Thank you for all you do.
Thank you so much for your lovely review. We are all very grateful.
Thank you to all the staff for your care for my mother during the last year of her life, when she moved to Etive House. Despite our worries about how she would cope with the move, Mum felt at home with you almost from the start, and I'm sure this is due to the warm, friendly atmosphere. You took the time to get to really know what made her tick, going out of your way to find activities that she would enjoy. It was a pleasure to see how contented she was and to be taken to meet the friends she'd made. I enjoyed visiting: it felt like a home from home. You kept us informed about all aspects of Mum's care, and it was reassuring to know what a great team of people we had looking after her. You cared for us, her family, just as well as you did Mum, particularly in her final days. We are so pleased that Mum was able to live at Etive House, and would highly recommend the home.
It was a pleasure to care for your mum and yourselves as a family, we are so happy you were pleased with the care and compassion your mum was shown.
Regulatory Rating
Care Inspectorate (CI) Rating
Date: 03 June 2025- How well do we support people's wellbeing?Good
(4)
- 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?Adequate
(3)
Bed Vacancies
5 Bed Vacancies
Posted: 01 July 2026Please do get in touch for further information on our vacancies
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Awards / Recognitions (2)
- 30 Jun 2022Recipient: Etive House Care Home
- 30 Jun 2021Recipient: Etive House Care Home
Meet the Team (7)

Meet Our Manager!
Georgina has always been passionate about providing exceptional standards of care and started her career in Edinburgh as a Care Assistant, before qualifying as a Registered Nurse.
Having taken up the post over four years ago, Georgina finds her role as Manager at Etive House very rewarding – particularly seeing first-hand the impact of the positive changes her team make to the lives of residents within the home every day.
Working with the team at Etive House, Georgina has been able to revitalise the home and improve its Care Inspectorate grades whilst striving to change the culture to become even more inclusive and friendly
Georgina says:
“I feel a huge sense of warmth and accomplishment knowing that my actions and that of my team have such a positive outcome for the people in our care. I enjoy seeing my team develop and the benefits this brings to our residents and their families.
“Making Etive House feel like a special place to live and maintaining a warm, friendly and family atmosphere is a top priority for us. I would urge anyone considering making Etive House their home to be confident they can enjoy a fantastic life, achieving all of the things they wish with the option of trying some new experiences"

Mhairi began working in care in 1989 and was a day centre coordinator for Age Concern in Northern Ireland. When Mhairi moved back to Scotland in 2009, she began working at Etive House. Having initially applied for a post as a Senior Carer, she was encouraged to apply for the role of Unit Manager, and eventually, when the opportunity arose for a position within the home as Deputy Manager, Mhairi tentatively applied and was delighted to be the successful candidate. Mhairi has loved seeing how the home has progressed over the years and being an integral part of it. She also enjoys working closely with the residents and the care team, spending time with them, and having the opportunity to take on new ideas and suggestions to make the home the best it can possibly be for its staff and residents.

Morag has been with the service for around 15 years as a Senior Care Assistant. Morag brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to the senior staff team. Morag delivers the highest care and always goes above and beyond for the home and the residents. Morag is a huge support to her colleagues and remains passionate about delivering person-centred care.

Arfon has worked at Etive House since March 2015 starting as a Care Assistant before applying to become a Senior Carer. Since then, Arfon has also developed a passion for training development and gained his moving and handling training certificate enabling him to support others within the team as the home’s Training and Development Coordinator. Arfon absolutely loves his job at Etive House as the residents and staff team feel like one big family and the team are focused on caring for residents to a high standard, going above and beyond to make sure they live happy lives.

Michelle started her career as a care assistant in Etive House and has progressed to senior care assistant and is now the IPC Champion for the service, providing outstanding support, staff training and care through the most intense periods of the Covid outbreak and continuing to ensure we are compliant, and our staff feel supported and well trained. Michelle consistently goes above and beyond for the home and the residents.

Lynn has been with the home for over a year and a half as a Care Assistant. Lynn always goes over and above for her residents and is a wonderful ambassador for all of the home’s core values.

Lorna Stevenson is the Head housekeeper here at Etive House and has previously worked in the hospitality sector for 26 years, starting as a housekeeper assistant and lastly Executive Housekeeper within a 4/5 star environment. Having worked in both residential and nursing homes in Glasgow as a Care Assistant which she greatly enjoyed, she was delighted when this position came up as she would be able to successfully combine her two passions – cleaning and caring for the elderly. Lorna loves that at Etive House there is fun, laughter and hope. She is excited for the future of the ever-progressive care home and how the team can surpass all previous achievements with motivation and enthusiasm.
Frequently Asked Questions about Etive House Care Home
What types of Care is Etive House 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 Etive House Care Home have?
There are 62 Single Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Etive House 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, Residents Kitchenette, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Etive House Care Home to the centre of Oban?
5.9 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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