
scrupulously clean and well-run - feels like a small boutique hotel.Ross F(Son of Resident/Service User)

Faultless service all round! Staff are all wonderful.Johanna M(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

Outstanding staff who were excellent supportive communicatorsM C(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

scrupulously clean and well-run - feels like a small boutique hotel.Ross F(Son of Resident/Service User)

Faultless service all round! Staff are all wonderful.Johanna M(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

Outstanding staff who were excellent supportive communicatorsM C(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

Birdston Care Home is located in Kirkintilloch, only a 15-minute journey from Glasgow City Centre. The care home has recently undergone a complete interior refit, including newly refurbished bedrooms, dining rooms, communal areas and gardens.
Birdston Care Home is a specialist nursing home established for 20 years which provides the highest standard of 24-hour person-centred care for frail-elderly people, respecting individual choices, privacy and dignity. The home also offers specialist dementia...
Care Provided by Birdston Care Home
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Mental Health Condition
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Nursing Care
- Dementia Residential 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
- Mild Dementia
- Moderate Dementia
- Advanced/Complex Dementia
Other Care Provided
- Parkinson's Disease
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- Day Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other transport
- Wheelchair Access
- Ground Floor Accommodation only
- 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 Birdston Care Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Birdston 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
Person in charge
- Pauline McCrae (Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Year Purpose Built: 2018
- Last Refurbishment: 2018
- Number of floors: 1
Room Information
- Single Rooms (60)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (60)
Parking
- Free on-site parking available 24 hours a day.
Birdston Care Home Reviews (30)
Birdston Care Home has a Review Score of 9.0 (9.028) out of 10, based on 7 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Birdston Care Home has 30 reviews.
The home is very comfortable and spacious. The staff are pleasant and attentive. I am kept well informed of matters relating to my mother.
Thank you for taking the time to leave feedback on your experience in relation to your mother's care. Whilst I am aware of the dedication of our staff and their commitment to providing the highest quality of care, to read the lovely reflections from a close family member helps to affirm and promote our commitment to delivering the levels of care and support we believe everyone should have.
My husband previously used Day Care and the respite facilities here but he is now in long term care and I must say, the care and compassion being shown by all the staff is so very reassuring to me and beneficial to my husband. I can rest easy knowing he's being well looked after.
We recognise how important the highest level, and standard of care to people who need it, is. We also understand how much support and care families need too, and to hear of your experience that we provided your husband with Day Care and respite support, and from this, it gave you the confidence to...
I just feel I am leaving my husband in safe hands.
Thank you for taking the time to leave such positive feedback. I know the manager and her staff are committed to delivering the highest care possible. Having only taken up the role of Clinical Director in the past few months I am delighted to hear that your experience of the care and support your husband is receiving.
I do feel however that individual activities have been lacking and not fully meeting her needs.
Overall good although staff sometimes not aware of having to leave the phone next to my mother and or not making sure the phone is working. Attention to detail.
Thank you very much for your kind review. Firstly my apologies that you have experienced difficulties telephoning, I have now discussed this matter with staff who will ensure and check regularly that the phone is both within reach and available for use.
Caring, helpful staff in warm and comfortable home.
Thank you very much for your kind words. I will make sure your comments are passed onto staff.
Overall fantastic. Since the Activities Organiser left we miss the activities, especially bowling, boccia (bean bags) and parachute as my Mum can't do the activities that need thought. I am sure it will get back to normal when a new person starts.
Unfortunately, the activities co-ordinator had left without notice, however, we have since recruited a new activities co-ordinator who has commenced in the role from mid-December. The activities program is currently active and we are pleased with the new appointment.
Very positive from the start (December 2018). Staff always pleasant and approachable. Very satisfied with the care and overall experience.
As a family, we have peace of mind that mum is safe and well cared for 24/7.
I am happy with her environment especially the beautiful gardens. The rooms are a little small but are clean and bright.
The staff are kind, helpful and efficient.
Regulatory Rating
Care Inspectorate (CI) Rating
Date: 20 March 2026- How well do we support people's wellbeing?Very Good
(5)
- How good is our leadership?Good
(4)
- How good is our staff team?Very Good
(5)
- How good is our setting?Very Good
(5)
- How well is care and support planned?Very Good
(5)
Bed Vacancies
2 Bed Vacancies
Posted: 31 July 2026We currently have rooms available, but availability remains limited due to high demand. Please get in touch to discuss your care needs in more detail—we’re here to help.
News (2) & Events (0)
- 19 Aug 2025
We are incredibly proud to honour team members at Birdston Care Home who have each reached an amazing milestone – 10 years of service with Pacific Care! Their unwavering dedication,...
- 14 May 2025
At Pacific Care, we are incredibly proud to celebrate our dedicated and compassionate nurses on International Nurses Day. From Mosswood in Paisley to Lillyburn and Birdston in Kirkintilloch, our nursing...
There are no upcoming events for Birdston Care Home.
Awards / Recognitions (0)
There are currently no awards/recognitions posted yet for Birdston Care Home.
Accreditations
There are no accreditations posted yet for Birdston Care Home.
Meet the Team (5)

Pauline is an experienced manager having worked as the Deputy Manager at our sister home, Lillyburn Care Home before taking up the Manager post at Birdston.

Lorna is the dedicated Deputy Manager at Birdston Care Home, bringing compassion, experience, and strong leadership to her role. With a commitment to high-quality support, Lorna plays a key part in the daily running of the home and in supporting both residents and staff.

Nancy has worked in daycare since 2024, coming in as a Senior Carer and has worked her way up to supervisor. She has previously worked in Lillyburn Care Home for 3 years as a carer prior to this. She has a diploma in nursing and patient care and an SVQ 3 in health and social care and is working towards her SVQ 4 in health and social care.

Hazel has recently stepped up to Senior Carer in 2025. She has worked in Daycare for over 3 years having previously worked in home care. Since joining daycare, she has earned her SVQ2 and is working towards an SVQ3. Hazel is always looking to learn and progress to make all of our service users have the best day they can.

Angela has over 10 years’ experience, specialising in dementia care. She is passionate about providing high-quality, person-centred support and ensuring that every service user has the best possible experience while in our care. She takes pride in meeting individual care needs with compassion, dignity and respect.
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