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Orchar is registered with the Care Commission to accommodate 40 residents in 38 bedrooms, all en-suite and fully equipped. Most bedrooms boast en-suite wet floor shower rooms. All rooms are single-occupancy but many can also suitably cater for couples.
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Care Provided by Orchar Nursing 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 40 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
Other Care Provided
- Parkinson's Disease
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- Convalescent Care
- Day Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Television point in own room
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Orchar Nursing Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Orchar Nursing 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
- Carewise Homes Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Roxanna Popescu (Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 60+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
- Last Refurbishment: 2012
Room Information
- Single Rooms (36)
- Couples/Companion Rooms (2)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (36)
Orchar Nursing Home Reviews (95)
Orchar Nursing Home has a Review Score of 10 (9.962) out of 10, based on 24 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Orchar Nursing Home has 95 reviews.
I have been in Orchar Nursing Home for one month. What a wonderful treat, not to do anything just sit and wait for all my designated helpers to assist me with all my needs. So lovely to see a happy smiling face and hear the words, good morning Joan. The we trip off arm in arm and have our breakfast. The food here is just very good, just like home cooking, best bit is no dishes to wash. I feel very very much part of the extended family of Orchar. The whole place shines. The staff are all wonderful.
The food was excellent. The staff was very helpful and I will come back if needed. My two-week stay was passed on to anyone who could enjoy it.
We are delighted that our mum lives with you at Orchar Nursing Home. The level of care is 1st rate. We know that her needs are met. The staff are all genuinely interested in Mum's wellbeing. We feel that she is not simply cared for but loved. Thank you for your great work.
My mother has been a resident of Orchar Nursing Home for several years now. She is extremely happy here and very well cared for. The staff are very friendly, always courteous and treat residents with the utmost care and respect. The food is in plentiful supply and a varied menu is displayed so all residents and families can see what they are having to eat that day. First-class entertainment and activities are available to all the residents and my mum just loves these, especially the singsongs! The rooms are immaculate, freshly decorated and feel very warm and homely. The care home is spotless and redecorated to a very high standard on a regular basis. On a personal note, I highly recommend Orchar Home as I believe it is one of the finest homes around for residents requiring 24-hour care.
Orchard Nursing Home is excellent. The staff are brilliant with residents and families and are with your family member from the moment they arrive to the moment they leave. Entertainment, food and rooms are out of this world. Could not have found a better home for Mum.
Lovely home for my mum to live in. Very caring and attentive staff; keep her clean, well fed and contented. Excellent entertainment is provided for those able to participate, and for all levels of ability and disability.
Especially from the activities team, going above and beyond to entertain and keep spirits high. In the lovely weather having my friend sit outside by the seafront enjoying the fresh air and sunshine along with great conversation.
The best thing about Orchar is the vibe. The moment you walk in the door you know this is a happy place; a place of care and love. The staff are always upbeat and keen to help! Get a strong sense that my mother is in good hands.
The home has a lovely fresh smell, always nice and clean and the staff are excellent.
By 2020 my husband was delusional and unable to keep his balance so was falling a lot. Luckily, Fife Council had a 'falls team' who helped to lift him up with the help of a blow-up cushion. Unfortunately, I was calling them out sometimes twice in 24 hours, mostly in late evening when trying to get him to bed. Although we had 3 sons, 1 in USA, 1 in Japan and 1 in UK, I did not have a big family support. My husband in 2021 was diagnosed with Lewy Bodies Dementia and I was advised to find a nursing home for him as a residential home would not be able to care for his needs. After many weeks of searching, my UK son and I found a nursing home where we would be happy to place my husband. Orchar is kept spotless and the nurses, carers and managers are welcoming, looking after all residents and relations.
I would have no reservations in recommending Orchar Nursing Home. Both of my in-laws moved in here over 3 years ago. The staff are wonderful and have looked after our family as if they were their own often doing things in their own time. We live 370 miles away and this personalised care makes such a difference. It's a very happy home. Entertainment and trips out are excellent.
Over the last six months, since my husband moved in, all the members of staff have worked caringly and professionally to make my husband feel welcome and comfortable. Naturally, he took a little time to settle but I found that everything was done to make it as easy as possible for him. I have also found everyone to be extremely supportive to me.
Good range of activities. Friendly and willing staff. Great location. I've been in other homes for short spells but this is the best.
Staff superb.
Good service - no problems.
I would recommend this home to anybody.
My friend has settled really well in Orchar Nursing Home and looks very settled and happy. Staff are welcoming and friendly and the home is always immaculately clean. My friend really enjoys the activities, especially the weekly music therapy sessions.
Room always very clean.
Plenty of food/reasonable variety.
My mum is happy in Orchar Nursing Home.
A lovely location, convenient for shops etc.
Enjoy very much the activities, mainly music and the visits from the music therapist are very looked forward to. Outings, eg: tea dances are enjoyed. Chatting to friends in the lounge. Laundry provisions really excellent.
Quite comfortable - the best under the circumstances.
Dad had been in Orchar Nursing Home for just over two years and, in that time, was looked after very well. He enjoyed being there and took part in many of the activities. The team at Orchar were not only extremely professional but also cared about the residents.
Regulatory Rating
Care Inspectorate (CI) Rating
Date: 26 July 2024- 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)
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Awards / Recognitions (20)
- 30 Jan 2026Recipient: Carewise Homes Ltd
- 31 Jan 2025Recipient: Orchar Nursing Home
- 31 Jan 2025Recipient: Carewise Homes Ltd
Accreditations
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Meet the Team (1)

Orchar is owned by Carewise Homes Group and is run by Home Manager, Mrs Roxana Popescu. Roxana is a 1st level registered nurse with many years of experience in nursing and health and social care. She has been part of the Orchar team for over 9 years and holds a Registered Manager Award SVQ4.
Our outstanding care team are also dedicated and highly qualified; most have completed NVQ levels 2 or 3. We insist on a high standard of care, so our employees are carefully selected, full induction training is provided and continuing professional development is undertaken by each member of staff.
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