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Glencairn promotes and enhances physical, emotional, spiritual and mental wellbeing within a luxurious and comfortable environment. Care and support is on hand 24/7 to support all elements of personal and clinical care. The team is...
Care Provided by Glencairn Care Home
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 26 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
Other Care Provided
- Parkinson's Disease
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- COPD/Pulmonary Disease
- Bariatric Care/Obesity
- Convalescent Care
Facilities
- Smoking not permitted
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Bar/Café
- 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 Glencairn Care Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Glencairn 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're over the age of 65. This support is not reflected in this fee amount.
Good to Know
Group / Owner
- Renaissance Care
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Jozi Stables(Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 60+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
- Last Refurbishment: 2010
Room Information
- Single Rooms (26)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (26)
Visiting
- To arrange a visit or a viewing to the home, please contact the Home Manager or send an email. Glencairn is following all COVID-19 visiting guidance. Additional safety, cleaning and infection control processes are currently in place to ensure the continued health and safety of all people.
Parking
- Parking facilities within the grounds for anyone who wishes to visit.
Glencairn Care Home Reviews (40)
Glencairn Care Home has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.758) out of 10, based on 13 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Glencairn Care Home has 40 reviews.
Glencairn is a very welcoming the staff are really nice and friendly and make you so welcome they are well trained and work as a team nothing is to much for them my aunt is very contented and happy and is well looked after and management are are always on hand if you need a chat
Hi, thank you for sharing the minutes for the latest meeting. It is most welcome. I have had a couple of occasions when meeting Dad to take him out for a meal when there were no lights on in his room. I startled him awake. It would be useful, before dusk, if residents' bedside lights were switched on, even if they are snoozing, so that the transition to wakefulness is not so abrupt. Many thanks Mike
We're sorry to hear about the occasions when the lights were not on and understand how being startled...
Mum has just been at Glencairn for a 10-day respite break. She has mobility issues and chronic spinal pain; sadly, she's also starting to have some cognitive problems. We were all impressed by the beautiful rooms and she settled in very quickly, helped by the cheerful, kind and considerate staff. We were warmly welcomed ourselves and the carers and management are always ready to answer any questions that might crop up. Mum very much appreciated their support and enjoyed their company, and also commented on the good food. She was so comfortable there that we've chosen Glencairn for her long-term care, to start in a couple of weeks.
Many thanks for your kind words and feedback. We are very much looking forward to welcoming your mother back to Glencairn. Best wishes,Jozi
All of the staff are thoughtful and caring. The care seems excellent and there is always a warm welcome. The rooms are beautiful and spacious and well appointed.
Thank you to the manager and the team.
Dear Sue, Many thanks for your review and kind words. It has been our pleasure to care for your father, he is a wonderful gentleman. We look forward to seeing you on your next visit.
The communication is great and I am very very happy knowing they are being cared for so well
Thank you all
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review and for your kind words. It is our pleasure to have your mother and step father within the care home, who both continue to bring so much joy within our environment. We look forward to seeing you again on your next visit. Take Care
The above care home runs very smoothly with staff nothing a problem to them. If I have it, it gets solved quickly. My opinion is that there's good running from the manager and the team. If anyone is looking for accommodation for their loved ones, I recommend this care home. They are looked after very well. And treated with respect, and you know they are safe.
We have found the care home excellent. We have excellent comfortable rooms and the staff are all friendly and caring. My wife and I are in here together as I have very limited mobility because of Parkinsonism and my wife has early stage Altzheimers. There is a very good atmosphere of commitment among the staff and the accommodation is excellent. We sometimes get tired of the food but it would not be different in other care homes. There have been some excellent outings, which we have enjoyed.
Living so far away (New Zealand) from my dad, I am so relieved that he is being looked after so well at Glencairn. Thank you to all of the staff for providing the opportunities for the residents and for creating such a homely environment.
I can say that the staff at Glencairn have been consistently supportive and considerate and have encouraged my father to participate in events at the home and in particular, excursions which he has clearly enjoyed very much. I really can't praise the staff at Glencairn highly enough.
My mother went into Glencairn for 4 weeks of respite while work was carried out on her flat. She was very unsure about going in and was certain it would not be a very pleasing experience. Instead, she has enjoyed the company, the activities and the food. She confessed she was nervous to go back to living alone and asked to stay longer. She is delighted that this is possible.
I chose to go into Glencairn Care Home for a week of respite following major surgery. I went in believing I would receive the very highest level of care and companionship as I recuperated and I was not disappointed. As a volunteer who had previously dropped into this home, sometimes to paint with residents, sometimes to attend church services, I had observed from a distance how well cared for the residents were. I found myself part of a family who all shared the same high level of care, encouragement, thoughtfulness and friendship from a very highly trained team of staff, in all departments. Rooms were immaculate, food was excellent, presented as an attractive offering to the most reluctant appetite. The care was superb. I have no hesitation in recommending Glencairn to anyone as an excellent, peaceful and caring home from home.
We're so glad to hear that you enjoyed your time at Glencairn and delighted that your recovery is going well. Please do stop in any time you are passing, there's always a hot drink and a friendly face ready to say hi. Best wishes, Renaissance Care.
The staff are a credit to their profession and work hard to maintain a happy and caring environment where the dignity and well-being of residents, is of the utmost importance.
The management team are relentless in offering a first-class service to residents and relatives with their hands-on approachable style, ensuring relatives/friends are kept up to date with all issues of care and hospitality. Communication and transparency is excellent through verbal and online meetings and newsletters.
Although I am not as regular a visitor as my sisters, my visits endorse the above comments on every occasion.
I would definitely recommend Glencairn, where there are high standards and exceptional staff.
It's never an easy decision to place a relative in a care home but when my mum was diagnosed with dementia and my own health situation required a lengthy recovery to find Glencairn was a relief. I can't praise Glencairn too highly, the care given to my mum is excellent. The staff are wonderful and caring in every way. Standards throughout Glencairn are first rate and I couldn't wish for my mum to be in a better environment. The food provided is freshly prepared and of the highest standard, communication from the staff regarding Mum's condition is also to be highlighted as very good. The activities throughout the week for the residents are also excellent be it word games, painting or visiting musicians etc. The high standards throughout from the management and staff are wonderful and welcoming to all. Glencairn is highly recommended.
I last visited my mother at Glencairn in February 2024, with my dad, when I was back for a visit from my home abroad. I was able to see her each day for a week and observed how the home is run, meeting many of the staff, too. My mother has dementia and the empathy she receives from the staff and fellow residents is wonderful to see. I feel reassured that she's being treated well and that the care is tailored to her needs. Her room is tidy, fresh and offers a lovely view towards a particular hill, which is a familiar landmark to my mum, having lived so long under its famous crags. Glencairn is the best place she could be.
Feel Mum who has dementia is in the best possible place for her staff outstandingly good and I feel she is treated with dignity and respect.
From day one, the staff have communicated well with the family and have been proactive in offering solutions to address my aunt's changing needs: all of which have been very successful.
One of the many positive aspects is the fact that all staff take the time to engage in conversation with her, which she enjoys immensely!
It is of great comfort to the family that our aunt is being so well cared for in Glencairn, which she now calls home!
The staff are so helpful and friendly and although I was worried that my dad wouldn't settle, he pretty much loves it. His room is lovely and very peaceful, and he enjoys the afternoon coffees and cake trolley. He says that the food is excellent too. They also welcome family and friends and hold quarterly social events, with live music adding an extra bit of fun.
From day one of my Mum's residency, the staff could not have been more helpful, empathetic, and supportive towards both Mum and myself. Mum, due to her mental health, has had difficulty adjusting to life in a care environment and staff have been patient and tolerant personified, dealing with whatever comes their way with a smile. The quality of accommodation, cleanliness, activities, and catering have been excellent and whenever I have had to ask management for clarification on any matter or support, they have responded quickly and efficiently. Care is expensive and that is unlikely to change and although the cost is high, I feel Glencairn does give good VFM. I have great admiration for how the staff conduct themselves and how they support my Mum and there is nothing of any note I would take issue with. All I would say to the manager and her team is thank you and keep up the great service.
My husband has been a full-time resident since December 2023. This was a huge decision to make and I am so relieved to see how settled he is at Glencairn. All the staff are fantastic and look after him with great care and friendliness and this in turn makes me happy, as it has been a difficult time for all my family. Nothing is too much trouble and I love the way the staff work with him and give him the support and confidence to make his day worthwhile. The staff are so welcoming to me too and always keep me informed of any decisions they have to make on my husband's behalf. They really do care and am glad I made the decision to go to Glencairn.
Thank you for taking the time to leave your lovely review. We're so glad to hear how your dad has settled into Glencairn and that he, and you, are happy. We recognise a move into care is a big decision for the whole and we're so glad we could support you in this transition. Very best wishes, Renaissance Care.
Regulatory Rating
Care Inspectorate (CI) Rating
Date: 12 November 2024- How well do we support people's wellbeing?Very Good
(5)
- How good is our leadership?Very Good
(5)
- How good is our staff team?Very Good
(5)
- How well is care and support planned?Very Good
(5)
Bed Vacancies
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Awards / Recognitions (2)
- 30 Jan 2026Recipient: Glencairn Care Home
- 31 Jan 2025Recipient: Glencairn Care Home
Meet the Team (1)

Jozi is a young, energetic manager with creative methods for delivering wholehearted person-centred care. Her focus is on the well-being of residents and creating an exceptional living environment where individuals are supported to live as independently as desired.
The subtle and elegant approach to care is a virtue for many residents who maintain an independent and often discreet lifestyle. Jozi's personal approach and warm personality help residents, family and staff members feel at ease throughout their stay.
Frequently Asked Questions about Glencairn Care Home
What types of Care is Glencairn Care Home registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Glencairn Care Home have?
There are 26 Single Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Glencairn Care Home?
Smoking not permitted, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Minibus or other transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Bar/Café, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Glencairn Care Home to the centre of Edinburgh?
0.7 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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