
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 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
Contact Buchanan House Care Home to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:
At Buchanan House Care Home, fees cover personal care, accommodation, personal laundry, all meals, snacks and refreshments, toiletries, a varied programme of in-home activities and events, hairdresser, newspapers, excursions, and access to Wi-Fi, giving residents and their family's complete peace of mind with the reassurance that everything is taken care of and included as part of daily life.
Chiropody and private dental are not included.
Information is correct as of August 2026 and is subject to change.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Buchanan House Care Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
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.
Tours
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)
Buchanan House Care Home has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.830) out of 10, based on 17 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Buchanan House Care Home has 109 reviews.
Home being refurbished at the moment - no problems with care or welfare.
Home being refurbished at the moment - no problems with care or welfare.
Overall, my fellow Power of Attorney and I are happy with the care our resident is having at Buchanan House. She really requires only a little personal care and sometimes we are concerned this is not being done. Any health issues which arise are dealt with very quickly and we are kept...
Overall, my fellow Power of Attorney and I are happy with the care our resident is having at Buchanan House. She really requires only a little personal care and sometimes we are concerned this is not being done. Any health issues which arise are dealt with very quickly and we are kept informed.
Lately, we have been informed about the heating in our resident's room and although the staff have been trying to solve this issue, it has culminated in a change of bedroom. We are satisfied with this result and hope the new room will be ready soon. In general, we find the staff attentive, obliging and supportive.
Last time hubby was in for respite they hadn't packed his hearing aids, and I had to go back for them, which I wasn't too happy about as it's a half hour drive each way and I had to leave my husband to go and get them. I've just picked him up from the second time bring in respite, and several items...
Last time hubby was in for respite they hadn't packed his hearing aids, and I had to go back for them, which I wasn't too happy about as it's a half hour drive each way and I had to leave my husband to go and get them. I've just picked him up from the second time bring in respite, and several items of clothing are missing as well as his urine bottle and basket it sits in. Since I got back I have phoned and phoned but no one answers. Not impressed!
Thank you for your comments, we welcome all feedback that will help us continue to improve our services.
We are so sorry about the hearing aids that you had to travel back to the home to pick up. During your husband’s second respite stay, the urine bottle and basket were in the room beside him...
Thank you for your comments, we welcome all feedback that will help us continue to improve our services.
We are so sorry about the hearing aids that you had to travel back to the home to pick up. During your husband’s second respite stay, the urine bottle and basket were in the room beside him and not packed as the carer believed they belonged to the home. We believe there were some items of clothing in the laundry that weren’t ready for your departure, of which have now been sent to your home address.
We can only apologise for nobody answering the telephone; our weekend Receptionist was on Annual Leave so the response would not have been as prompt as usual where there is normally somebody available to answer all calls quickly and effectively.
If there is anything you would like to discuss further, please do not hesitate to contact customercare@brighterkind.com, or pop into our home anytime, my door is always open. Donna Walker, Home Manager
Care home common areas are maintained to a good standard and high level of cleanliness. Residents rooms are homely but my mother's toilet could do with some...
Care home common areas are maintained to a good standard and high level of cleanliness. Residents rooms are homely but my mother's toilet could do with some decorative attention. Staff are attentive and show compassion. There is no such thing as a perfect care home but Buchanan Home ticks many of the boxes.
My mother became resident in the care home in February 2016. She seemed happy well fed and enjoyed the company of other residents and staff. Unfortunately, she suffered a severe stroke in October. After six weeks she was returned to the home severely disabled, bedridden and fed by a tube. The care...
My mother became resident in the care home in February 2016. She seemed happy well fed and enjoyed the company of other residents and staff. Unfortunately, she suffered a severe stroke in October. After six weeks she was returned to the home severely disabled, bedridden and fed by a tube. The care and attention from the staff has been excellent and they ensure that she is kept very comfortable.
My wife is in on a temporary basis. The staff are very attentive to our needs and cheery with it. The premises are open and airy and the private room is very comfortable. My wife has adapted to the place better than I thought. All is satisfactory.
My wife is in on a temporary basis. The staff are very attentive to our needs and cheery with it. The premises are open and airy and the private room is very comfortable. My wife has adapted to the place better than I thought. All is satisfactory.
An excellent facility that provides a high standard of care. Some areas requiring a degree of an upgrade (ongoing) but this is more than compensated for by excellent staff. Extremely clean; excellent and reliable laundry service; reasonable activities; very good service (dentist, doctor, optician...
An excellent facility that provides a high standard of care. Some areas requiring a degree of an upgrade (ongoing) but this is more than compensated for by excellent staff. Extremely clean; excellent and reliable laundry service; reasonable activities; very good service (dentist, doctor, optician etc) and great staff who interact with residents and respect their dignity.
As I only had six days in the home I am unable to give a great deal of information. However, I can only say that I was made very welcome and all the staff very helpful.
As I only had six days in the home I am unable to give a great deal of information. However, I can only say that I was made very welcome and all the staff very helpful.
The staff try their best. It is hard living with others in a group, but it is good to have company and someone to look out for you, they deserve a reward.
The staff try their best. It is hard living with others in a group, but it is good to have company and someone to look out for you, they deserve a reward.
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
Please contact us for latest 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.
Accreditations
There are no accreditations 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,...
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...
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”

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...
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...
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".

“ I have good clinical skills, and my calm presence hopefully...
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”

“I have a deep passion for elderly care and take great pride in creating meaningful...
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 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.
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