
Happy with all aspects of care received. Relative is well looked after and contentKaren C(Daughter of Resident/Service User)



Happy with all aspects of care received. Relative is well looked after and contentKaren C(Daughter of Resident/Service User)



Merino Court Care Home, situated in the residential area of Greenock, support older people to lead their best lives with personalised nursing and nursing dementia care.
This friendly home offers many areas for residents to relax and socialise with friends and family as well as fantastic amenities which include a lovely garden which is tended by residents, on-site hair salon and hobby room.
The catering team at Merino Court understands the...
Care Provided by Merino Court Care Home
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Mental Health Condition
- 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
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- 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 Merino Court Care Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Merino Court 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
- Morag Hynes (Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
Room Information
- Single Rooms (60)
Merino Court Care Home Reviews (90)
Merino Court Care Home has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.865) out of 10, based on 19 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Merino Court Care Home has 90 reviews.
Mum has now moved back upstairs where I feel she is more content now and settled, I feel once I leave after each visit I have peace of mind and can go home without worrying staff very attentive and great with residents and their needs.
Since arriving at Merino Court a few months ago my Mum has settled in extremely well. She is so well cared for by staff who take the time to get to know her and her likes and dislikes. As a daughter I was concerned about the changes she would face, but I shouldn't have been - it is a home within a home. We are delighted with her care and carers and she involves herself in everything the home does to keep her engaged and active with others
Staff great. Management veery caring. My sister has settled so much. Thank you Marino Court you are a godsent.
I can't thank you enough for looking after dad, I lost my partner his son, and knew that I did not need to worry because your care and commitment to dad is brilliant.
Visiting my aunt in her later years was never the most pleasant experience however the staff at Merino made the experience much easier and upbeat. No question was to silly, no request was to much of a hassle and the staff spent time ensuring my family where kept up to date with my aunt's care. In circumstances like this there are always staff who go above and beyond, however the support my aunt received while in the care home was very must a team effort. There are high expectations of the staff from the leadership team to ensure patients like my aunt received the most effective and empathetic care. I'd have no concerns about recommending Merino court to to others.
Merino Court is a warm, welcoming, friendly environment. The rooms and communal areas are clean and bright. There are 2 communal sitting areas, 1 smaller and quieter. The staff are excellent. I find them friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable, and I am kept up to date with mums care. Mum has benefitted from her time here, she is more mobile, her diet has improved and she has company. Mum also enjoys some of the activities in Merino, singers, bingo, beautician, hairdresser, movie days and even armchair exercises. I am extremely happy with mum's care.
Thank you to all - your love and care are very much appreciated.
My mother was at Merino Court for 8 months. The home is a safe, caring environment. Staff were kind, friendly and approachable. Communication with me was excellent and my mother was relieved and happy to be somewhere with 24-hour care. I will always be grateful for all they did and would recommend the home to anyone.
Overall care experience is really good. Lots of activities for residents. Very comfortable and safe environment. Any concerns are dealt with in a timely manner.
We are always made to feel welcome at Merino Court and are very happy with care provided.
Both my mum and dad were residents in Merino however mum passed away in March. Dad is still in the home. The staff and management are so good. Dad feels right at home, so does the family.
Home is very good, staff excellent. Well looked after. Management brilliant. Facilities good. Looking after my wife great.
Mum also enjoys the activities and food.
My sister was in Merino Court as she had terminal cancer. The last dyas of her life were made so peaceful by all. Thank you Merino Court.
My mum passe away on the 14th March 25, staff, management etc were fantastic they made us all at home. Looked after mum so well. Fantastic home.
Any requests to change anything in my mothers room is carried out quickly & professionally.
Care is very very good and all staff cant do enough to make the residents and visitors feel comfortable and listened to.
Overall this residential facility ticks all the boxes. Residents are treated extremely well, as a visitor I have been treated well. Staff are very friendly and helpful all willing to answer any quires.
Staff and care have been excellent since my sister came into Marino Court Care Home. She feels secure in this home is content with care she is receiving. I have noticed a vast improvement in her since coming here after being in hospital.
Merino Court is excellent. The staff are wonderful and so friendly. Nurses, carers, domestic, management, it doesn't matter who you speak to, nothing is ever any trouble. My brother settled in very quickly and that was due to the care, attention and compassion he was shown from day one and was such a relief for the family. I would recommend this lovely home to anyone.
Although I'm very satisfied with the general care my mother has received over the past few years, it seems recently (the last 6 months or so) that she's often wearing clothes which don't fit her and are not actually hers! Also, new clothes brought in are never seen either on her or in her room, I've been told to put her name on items which I've done several times but it makes no difference. Unhappy to see my mother looking uncared for.
Thank you for taking the time to contact us regarding your concerns about the laundry service at Merino Court. I want to offer my apologies for the service that you and your mum have received. It is not acceptable for residents' clothing to go missing or to be mixed up, this falls below the...
Regulatory Rating
Care Inspectorate (CI) Rating
Date: 02 October 2025- How well do we support people's wellbeing?Good
(4)
- How good is our leadership?Very Good
(5)
- 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
Please contact us for latest vacancies.
News (17) & Events (0)
- 07 Jan 2026
Residents and colleagues at HC-One Scotland’s Merino Court Care Home in Greenock, Inverclyde, were delighted to welcome Martin McCluskey, Member of Parliament for Inverclyde and Renfrewshire West, and Stuart McMillan...
- 23 Sep 2025
Residents and colleagues from HC-One Scotland’s Merino Court Care Home in Greenock, Inverclyde, proudly took part in the lively Going for Gold event at Lady Octavia Sports Centre. The fun-filled...
- 19 Sep 2025
HC-One Scotland’s Merino Court Care Home in Greenock, Inverclyde, was delighted to host a vibrant Summer Fête recently, bringing together residents, families, and members of the community for an afternoon...
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Frequently Asked Questions about Merino Court Care Home
What types of Care is Merino Court Care Home registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Mental Health Condition, Visual / Hearing Impairment are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Merino Court Care Home have?
There are 60 Single Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Merino Court 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, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Merino Court Care Home to the centre of Greenock?
0.6 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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