
The management and staff are excellentC J(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

The care Mum received was exceptionalMoira R(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

the kindness of the staff is unmatchedFiona M(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

The management and staff are excellentC J(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

The care Mum received was exceptionalMoira R(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

the kindness of the staff is unmatchedFiona M(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

Buchanan House Care Home in Bearsden, Glasgow, provides residents with a home from home, offering residential, nursing, dementia and respite care, delivered with compassion and respect by the staff.
The home has 53 rooms across two floors, decorated individually to the highest standard. Some rooms feature patio doors looking out to the gardens, which are perfect for fresh air and sunshine.
Visitors have easy access to the warm and welcoming care home, which is close to public transport, motorway links and local shops.
Care Provided by Buchanan 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
- Nursing Care
- Dementia Residential 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
- COPD/Pulmonary Disease
- Bariatric Care/Obesity
- Convalescent Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- 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
hairdressing, chiropody and toiletries are not included
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Buchanan House Care Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Buchanan 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 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
- Kathleen Glasgow(Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Mixed (no single-gender units)
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Year Purpose Built: 1998
- Last Refurbishment: 2025
- Number of floors: 2
Room Information
- Single Rooms (53)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (53)
Visiting
- Visitors are welcome at any time, however, the team ask that visitors respect their protected mealtimes
Parking
- There is limited parking at the front of the home
Buchanan House Care Home Reviews (109)
Buchanan House Care Home has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.918) out of 10, based on 23 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Buchanan House Care Home has 109 reviews.
The food is excellent, and the home baking is always a real treat. It's clear that a lot of care and effort goes into making mealtimes enjoyable for the residents.
What stands out most, however, is the staff. I have yet to walk into the home and find anyone who isn't smiling, welcoming, and friendly. Every member of the team treats both residents and the family with kindness, compassion, and respect.
There are far too many wonderful people to mention by name, so I simply want to say a huge thank you to every one of you. Your hard work, dedication, and genuine care mean so much to our family, and we are incredibly grateful for everything you do.
Thank you very much for your very kind words which I will pass onto all the team. We welcome all feedback. This allows us to address areas for improvement and to maintain what is working well. The team in Buchanan House are aware of the importance of involving families in there loved ones care and...
The staff in the home are fabulous across the board and seem to have taken her to their hearts. After what has been a difficult few years for my family, I have peace of mind that my aunt is safe, content and mentally stimulated. I can't recommend Buchanan House highly enough.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review. I will pass this onto the entire team. We welcome all feedback as we continue to improve our service and resident experience. Your aunt has settled in so well into the Buchanan House family and I am so happy that we are able to provide the peace of mind...
The way the staff interact with the residents and how engaged by the activities and happy the residents are, compelled me to move our mum in here too. All the staff are good humoured and kind, gentle and respectful with our mum and our aunt. Needless to say they are both very happy living a much better standard of life now that we didn't think having dementia would afford them. They have both really brightened up and enjoy their lives even if they can't remember what it was they were doing that made them smile.
When my brother asked mum what made her happy there, mum gestured to her Carers and said, "I am happy because all my family's here and we have a good time everyday."
Thank you Buchanan House.
Thank you so much for your kind words. I will pass this onto the whole team. We welcome all feedback as we continue to improve our service and resident experience. Your Mother and Aunt have settled really well and are now part of the whole family in Buchanan House. I am so glad you and the family...
Mum had dementia and needed full time care, the staff were very attentitive to mum and made her feel welcome and most importantly safe. Cannot thank the staff enough for the care given to mum when she was there. She moved in last December and had a full and happy life where she was included in everything, and we were kept up to date on social media updates daily and we felt included in everything she did on a daily basis. Cannot recommend this home enough. They are amazin and it feels like a home and not a building where the residents live! Will miss my visits to mum as we loved our chats with the staff as well as other residents mum used to sit with, thank you all for your support when mum passed away.
Hi, thank you so much for your lovely review. I will pass on your kind words to all the team. We welcome all feedback which enables us to continue to review and improve the care that is delivered for our lovely residents living in Buchanan House. It was an honour and our pleasure to care for your mother. She is sadly missed
The entertainment team are great and encourage every resident to get involved. Having nurses on duty at all times is invaluable.
The dignity and respect shown to both mum and ourselves on the day mum passed and the days after was second to none.
The decision to move our mum into full care was extremely hard but the support received from Buchanan House made the transition so much easier.
I would have no hesitation in recommending Buchanan House to anyone looking to move a loved one into full time care.
Dear E and family, thank you so much for your kind words which I will pass onto the team. Here at Buchanan House we welcome all feedback. This helps us to continuously improve and maintain our standards of care. You late mother was a wonderful lady and it was a honour and privilege to care for her. She is missed every day . Kindest regards Kathleen
There is a very wide range of activities that can be accessed - again- catering for different interests. The staff also help my mum to keep in contact with family that live outside of Scotland which helps her to feel connected and secure.
Thank you so much for your review and kind words which I will pass onto the team. All feedback is greatly appreciated. We take every opportunity to continuously improve the service we provide for all our residents living in Buchanan House. Your Mum has settled in great and continues to enjoy her home comforts and keeping the staff on their toes with her humour. Thank you again
Sadly, Mum passed away after being in the care home for 7 weeks and we cannot thank the staff enough for the care they gave her in those final weeks. We, as a family, feel we are leaving behind friends now that we are no longer visiting Buchanan House.
In Mum's final hours and minutes the staff showed such compassion and sensitivity to her and to all of us as a family. We cannot recommend the home highly enough.
Thank you so much for your kind words which I will pass on to the team. We welcome all feedback as this helps us to improve the service we provide for our residents and their families. Your Mum was a lovely lady and I wish we could have had the privilege of caring for her longer. May she Rest in Peace. Thank you again, this means a lot.
The nursing team (very important) were excellent with my mum and kept me and my sister up to date with all concerning health.
My mum was 95 when she passed away on 9/12/25 and she hand probs a better experience/EXCELLENT than I expected as I had never for 19 years experienced any Care Home. Thanks
Thank you so much for your review and kind works. I will pass this on to all the team. It was our pleasure to care for your mother. Here at Buchanan House we are grateful for all feedback. This helps us to continuously strive to make Buchanan House a great place for our residents to live and our staff to work. Thank you again.
Buchanan House has been amazing for my mum with advanced dementia. We kept mum at home as long as we could and when we couldn't do it anymore, Buchanan House was there for us. My mum is no longer verbal or mobile but is comfortable and clean and as happy as she can be. Our family couldn't be happier with the care they provide and the kindness of the staff is unmatched. We are just so appreciative.
Thank you so much for your kind words. I will pass them on to all the team. We are happy your mum is settling well into care home life and that you and your family are confident your mum is being well cared for. We will continue to work hard to improve your mothers quality of life and encourage her to attend the activities even just to watch. Thank you again
My Dad was transferred from hospital to Buchanan House Care Home for 'end of life care' in July 2024. He died almost exactly a year later having celebrated his 90th birthday together with friends and family, gained weight due to the nutritious and delicious meals and snacks he was given, and after making friends with other residents and staff. He took part in all the seasonal celebrations including Valentines Day, St. Andrews Day and Burns Night, in talks, and sing-a-longs, was out in the mini-bus and with us in our car (with the help, and determination of the staff team). He listened to book readings and music of his choice in his own room and took a liking for 'balloon badminton and skittles in the lounge (as we did!) As a family we will always be grateful to all the staff who cared for and about him - they were proactive, compassionate and ready to think 'out of the box' when we approached them. But most of all we thank them for their kindness and warmth to Dad, and to us as a family.
Thank you for your kind words. I will pass them on to all the staff. It was an privilege and honour to care for your father. It was great to see him improve and enjoy life while he lived with us. He responded well to the care and support my nurses and care staff provided and had that extra special...
A very well-maintained care home, with welcoming and caring staff. The activities team are excellent, with a wide range of daily and sometimes evening events to entertain and engage residents. I would not hesitate to recommend this home.
thank you for taking time to review our service . your comments are appreciated and I will pass them onto the Team
Overall care has been very good. Staff are friendly and look after you at all times very attentive.
Thank you for taking time to review us. your feedback is important as it helps us to develop the service we provide and its always nice to get a pat on the back
I cannot thank every member of staff enough, they continually go above and beyond for the residents. My gran is always upto something, the staff treat them like their own family and I have not seen my gran this happy for a long time. The house covers every event possible and ensure everyone is included. The care, love, compassion and kindness from Buchanan House has relieved so much of my worries about my gran and I couldn't be more grateful for them.
Thank you so much for your very kind words which I will pass on to the entire staff. We love to celebrate events with our residents - most recently VE Day, and its always wonderful when families and friends Join in. Your Gran definitely is one of our social butterflies and loves to join in our varied activity programme.
My sister was very reluctant to move in to Buchanan House but after 10 weeks of being a temporary resident she was very happy that her residence should become permanent.As a family we have seen a big change be in her level of contentment which is undoubtedly due to her surroundings and the care she is receiving.
Thank you very much for your kind comments. Staff at Buchanan House work hard to provide a high standard of care in a homely environment. Being made feel welcome along with support and reassurance , helps our new residents to settle into their new home. We are delighted your sister has settled and agreed to live with us permanently. Kind regards Kathleen
Staff are kind and cheerful, always smiling, friendly and willing to help. A huge effort goes into making it a homely place to be with comfortable personal spaces and welcoming communal areas. Lots of activities are engaging and colourful with regular fun party times enjoyed by residents and relatives. There is a great range of delicious, nutritious food with individual needs and preferences catered for. All in all, relatives and friends are reassured that loved ones are in good hands.
Thank you very much for your nice words. It is our priority to ensure that residents live in a nice a nice and safe environment at all times. Also, that the relatives are always kept up to date with the latest news about the home.
Cannot fault this care home in any way. Excellent facilities and programme of activities to keep residents entertained but also not forced on them to participate. Rooms are well-equipped, staff are friendly and attentive and residents are provided with a variety of meals.
Thank you for your kind words. Caring for our residents is such a privilege and we aim to offer the very best service. All feedback is welcomed, especially when it's so positive - I will pass this on to the team.
My father moved in to Buchanan House Care Home in November this year, after suffering a major stroke. The care home is located well for us, as we live in the local area. Since moving my father in, the staff have made the transition so smoothly. The staff are amazing at what the do, two staff members who are the activities coordinators, are really well suited for the job, and the fun they put into everything, is so good to see. The food is fantastic, freshly cooked. The team are overall fantastic, nothing is a an issue, and they work very hard, and make a lovely home environment for all. Thank you.
Thank you so much for your kind words. It's great when residents settle into life in Buchanan House easily - we take great pride in our home so it's lovely to hear your compliments, which I will happily pass on to the staff.
The staff are always very helpful and polite.
Thank you for taking the time to review us - it's very much appreciated.
Very happy with everything.
Thank you for taking the time to review us - it's very much appreciated.
The home was very welcoming and always seemed clean and well organised, and the staff have been excellent in settling Mum in. Every time we visit, Mum is never sitting in her room by herself. We have seen a marked improvement in her speech, which we think is due to the constant stimulation. The lounge/TV area is never over-busy or overwhelming and feels quite homely. It's good for visiting, and there is a private separate area if required for visits. Mum seems well looked after, the food seems good, and the staff are very friendly. Already she has had her hair and nails done twice and taken part in several activities, including a visit to the transport museum. The main thing for us is that she is now safe, especially at night, and there seems to be plenty of staff about to keep an eye on her.
Thank you so much for your review and kind words. I will pass this on to the staff. Your mum seems to be settling in well and enjoying the company and participating in the activities. We welcome all feedback. This allows us to address any issues promptly and improve the service our residents receive. We hope you, your mum and your family continue to feel supported and are happy with care.
Regulatory Rating
Care Inspectorate (CI) Rating
Date: 22 October 2025- 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?Good
(4)
Bed Vacancies
4 Bed Vacancies
Posted: 01 July 2026Please get in touch for details regarding residential, nursing and dementia bed vacancies.
News (3) & Events (0)
- 24 Apr 2026
What a fantastic evening celebrating the diversity of our team We came together to share food from our different countries, proudly wore our national costumes, and learned more abut each...
- 11 Mar 2026
Today we celebrated strong, brilliant, funny, kind and powerful women everywhere, with flowers
- 05 Mar 2026
We spent a lovely day celebrating the small acts of kindness that make the world a brighter place
There are no upcoming events for Buchanan House Care Home.
Awards / Recognitions (0)
There are currently no awards/recognitions posted yet for Buchanan House Care Home.
Meet the Team (8)

I am Kathleen, the dedicated Home Manager for Buchanan House Care Home.
Originally from Ireland, I bring over four decades of experience in nursing, with 41 years dedicated to the profession. I am dual-trained in both adult and mental health nursing, and have spent my career working across a wide range of healthcare settings.
Over the years, I’ve held roles in both the NHS and private healthcare sectors, gaining extensive knowledge and insight into patient care and clinical leadership. For the past 10 years, I have served as a Home Manager, combining my clinical expertise with management skills to ensure high standards of care and compliance.
My career reflects a lifelong commitment to supporting individuals’ health and well-being with compassion and professionalism.

“I believe good administration is about more than paperwork -it's about being approachable, helpful, ready to support whenever needed and helping to create a welcoming environment where everyone feels valued”

My name is Karyn and I am the dedicated Activities Coordinator at Buchanan House. I have worked at the home for 17 years, the first 12 years as a care assistant, developing trust with residents and families and then the last 5 years as Activities Coordinator, planning engaging person centred programmes to ensure every resident feels valued, stimulated, and connected. I see activities as much more important than “just something to do” as it plays a vital role in residents’ quality of life.

“I hope that I provide everyone who walks through our door with compassionate assistance and help ensure the day-to-day running of the home is smooth. I am a great believer in attention to detail, as our residents deserve a warm, supportive, and organised environment".

“ I have good clinical skills, and my calm presence hopefully reassures residents and their families that they will receive the care they need. I like to think that I am a supportive colleague who is willing to share knowledge and contribute positively to the workplace culture”

“I have a deep passion for elderly care and take great pride in creating meaningful connections with my residents and their families.
For some, caring for others is their profession; for me, it’s my calling”

Graeme has a strong understanding of dietary requirements in care settings and has 20 plus years of experience in preparing balanced, nutritious and flavourful meals for residents

Gary, our maintenance manager, has a key role in maintaining a safe and pleasant environment for our residents.
Frequently Asked Questions about Buchanan House Care Home
What types of Care is Buchanan 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 Buchanan House Care Home have?
There are 53 Single Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Buchanan House Care Home?
Own Furniture if required, 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 Buchanan House Care Home to the centre of Glasgow?
5.7 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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