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Buchanan House Care Home

5 Grampian Way, Bearsden, Glasgow, Glasgow City G61 4SP
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Buchanan House Care Home, Glasgow

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 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

Type of carePermanentRespite
Residential Care£1,580 - £1,580£1,580 - £1,580
Residential Dementia Care£1,580 - £1,580£1,580 - £1,580
Nursing Care£1,580 - £1,580£1,580 - £1,580
Nursing Dementia Care£1,580 - £1,580£1,580 - £1,580

hairdressing, chiropody and toiletries are not included

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

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)

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9.9

Buchanan House Care Home has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.872) out of 10, based on 19 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Buchanan House Care Home has 109 reviews.

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Review from E W (Daughter of Resident) published on 21 August 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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A lovely home with fantastic staff who really care for my dad. The activities are great and the regular outings are what keeps my dad going. These outings are the most important aspect of his life at this difficult point.

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Review from Jane D (Mother-in-law of Resident) published on 8 August 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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Excellent home from home.

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Review from Jenni S (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 8 August 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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All the staff are exceptionally friendly and welcoming. My gran is very at home and all friends and family have commented on how well she looks and how content she is since coming into Buchannan House. It is so reassuring to know she is so well looked after.

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Review from G S (Son of Resident) published on 8 August 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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What a show! Broadway beware! We had the Andrew Sisters strutting their stuff, followed by a ravishing twosome of Marilyn Munro and Jayne Russell! They sang delectably. But the real highlight was Twiddldee and Twiddledum, who performed a puppet style medley of greatest hits with all the moves.

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Review from Tom F (Friend of Resident) published on 21 May 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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My wife's friend was recently married. My wife was a bridesmaid and the wedding party wanted to recreate the day for my friend who unfortunately could not attend the wedding proper.
Today the staff and residents welcomed the wedding party to a grand party with top table, food, refreshments and a lady singer.

Well done Buchanan House for your love and care. My friend loved every moment.

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Review from Katriona D (Daughter of Resident) published on 6 February 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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We have concerns about staffing levels, understanding of dementia care requirements, communication between staff and cascade of care plan updates. We have had to prompt GP intervention for simple issues that should be picked up by staff. Standard pain and mood management processes were not implemented until we forced a care review meeting. Staff on the floor are trying their best and have my Dad's best interests at heart but staffing levels and poor communication makes for a very inconsistent level of care.

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Review from Gordon W (Husband of Resident) published on 10 January 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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This was my wife's first visit as respite for me.
She has dementia and severe Rheumatoid Arthritis. It was a worrying time for both of us. However, at the end of a six day visit, she was totally at ease with the carers when I called to take her home, which was very pleasing t me. My wife has not always been at ease without me in attendance.

Therefore I hold Buchanan House Care Home in very high esteem and would certainly use them in the future.

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Review from G M (Nephew of Resident) published on 3 January 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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The show was great fun.
My aunt sang and had a great night.

Thank you, we all had a smashing time.

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Review from Georgie M (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 3 January 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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The resident is treated with respect and dignity and is always clean and well presented.
Visitors are made very welcome on arrival and normally offered the hospitality of tea or coffee.
Staff are very caring toward residents and go that bit extra to help and reassure residents.
Excellent menus and chef is first class offering a varied choice of food to meet everyone's taste.
The care home is always clean.

My husband and I recently attended the panto which was great for both residents and family, top marks to management.

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Review from James D (Son of Resident) published on 3 January 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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Excellent panto, very well attended and organised.

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Review from Colin M (Son of Resident) published on 3 January 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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The home is always clean with the staff always attentive to the needs of the patients.
The menus and general health needs are well catered for.
The rooms are always kept clean and well appointed for the needs of the patients.
The safety and security is always a priority.

The overall care and support given is such that I would be happy to give the overall standard as good.

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Review from Lesley C (Daughter of Resident) published on 3 January 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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Panto evening - extremely good entertainment for residents - staff were very attentive to both residents and family members.
The staff are the best asset this care home has.
Always treating my mum well.
Entertainment, when on, is very good, buffet excellent, a great time all around.
Well done.

Would recommend highly to anyone!

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Review from V S (Daughter of Resident) published on 16 August 2017 Submitted via Postal Card
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My mother entered Buchanan House in December 2016 and settled in very quickly. I attribute that to the extremely high standard of care and the swiftness of her personal items being erected on her bedroom wall. During her stay, my mother has received assistance 'in house' from GPs, an optician, a physio, podiatrist and dentist, not to mention the weekly hairdresser. I have seen first hand the variety and nutritional value of the meals. I am so pleased that regular fluid is provided. My mother enjoys the regular luncheon and coffee and is impressed with the variety of activities.

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Review from Sheena H (Daughter of Resident) published on 10 August 2017 Submitted via Postal Card
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I find the staff at the care home all very friendly and approachable. Whenever I have raised anything it has been actioned immediately and followed up. I would say that some parts of the home are looking a bit tired but am aware that they are in the process of decorating/refurbishing the home. Overall I cannot fault the care that has been and continues to be given to my mum. My mum's needs are being met by the home and she enjoys the activities that the home puts on on a regular basis.

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Review from Betty M (Friend of Resident) published on 8 June 2017 Submitted via Postal Card
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My friend was a very difficult arrival at Buchanan House. Now after two years of patience, tolerance and superb care she has now settled and in good health physically, despite a disability from childhood which restricts her walking. I visit when I can and am always welcome, often with a hug from some of the long time carers which is very welcoming. The activities are great, especially the sing songs, which amazes me that my friend remembers every word but sometimes I wonder if she remembers who I am. The office staff too care so friendly and quite often I arrive to find my friend in the office where she is welcomed. Great place, super staff. Thank you for looking after her so well.

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Review from Charlie C (Son of Resident) published on 18 May 2017 Submitted via Postal Card
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My mother has dementia and we chose the above care home as it was not too modern and had a homely feel, that would make mum feel as if she was not in an institution.
She has been there over 18months and their care and activities have seen mum improve and physically much better.
They have a good range of meal choices and tea/coffee available at all times.

I have the feeling that the staff really care for the residents and from our family's point of view we feel she is in a safe place.

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Review from Wilma R (Wife of Resident) published on 15 May 2017 Submitted via Postal Card
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The stay at Buchanan House Care Home was enjoyed and the surroundings appreciated.

The staff were extremely kind and caring and we feel every effort was made to make it an enjoyable experience. We are very grateful to have such a lovely place to entrust our husband/dad

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Review from E H (Daughter of Resident) published on 10 May 2017 Submitted via Postal Card
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Very happy with the standard of care. Staff pleasant, happy and very attentive towards my mother. The level of supervision in lounges good. Decor a bit tired but refurbishment in progress. Overall a very good home.

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Review from Caroline D (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 5 May 2017 Submitted via Website
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My mother in law has settled in so much better than we anticipated which is without doubt due to the care and attention all members of staff have shown her, she is encouraged to join other residents in the newly decorated day room and we are happy to see her socialising more than we would have expected her to. The staff are fantastic and certainly caring , it's great peace of mind to see her looking happy and looked after , we are always made welcome anytime we visit.

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Review from A M (Wife of Resident) published on 2 May 2017 Submitted via Postal Card
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I am pleased with the care my husband receives in Buchanan House. The staff are very kind and attentive. The home is very clean and comfortable and well kept.

The only complaint I have is there is a shortage of staff on duty some days.

Reply from Donna Walker, Home Manager at Buchanan House Care Home

Thank you for your comments, we always welcome feedback as we strive to improve our care. Our staffing levels in the home are calculated using Care Inspectorate guidance and CHESS tool to determine the dependency of our residents. We allocate our staffing based on these guidelines and the level of...  

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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)

Care Inspectorate is responsible for the registration and inspection of social care services in Scotland.View Latest Report

Bed Vacancies

4 Bed Vacancies

Posted: 31 July 2026

Please get in touch for details regarding residential, nursing and dementia bed vacancies.

News (3) & Events (0)

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  • 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

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Meet the Team (8)

Kathleen Glasgow
Kathleen GlasgowJob Title:Home ManagerJoined: 2022

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.

Kathleen Hamilton
Kathleen HamiltonJob Title:AdministratorJoined: 2000
Kathleen has over 25 years of admin experience in the Home

“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”

Karyn McGovern
Karyn McGovernJob Title:Activities CoordinatorJoined: 2008

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.

Norma Goodall
Norma GoodallJob Title:ReceptionistJoined: 2009
Norma Goodall has worked in Buchanan House for over 17 years in a variety of roles

“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".

Emmanuel Boavo
Emmanuel BoavoJob Title:Staff NurseJoined: 2023
Emmanuel Boava, staff nurse, truly loves working in a care home 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”

Efua Quaye
Efua QuayeJob Title:Staff NurseJoined: 2024
Efua Quaye, originally from Ghana, is part of our clinical team
“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 Hamilton
Graeme HamiltonJob Title:Chef ManagerJoined: 2018

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 Stewart
Gary StewartJob Title:Maintenance ManagerJoined: 2022

Gary, our maintenance manager, has a key role in maintaining a safe and pleasant environment for our residents.

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