
Accommodation is first-class and clean. Staff are outstanding - very caringD S(Friend of Resident/Service User)

The food, facilities, his room, the garden etc are all excellent.C S(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

The facility, resembling a beautifully styled show home, exudes warmth and comfortPatricia M(Niece of Resident/Service User)

Accommodation is first-class and clean. Staff are outstanding - very caringD S(Friend of Resident/Service User)

The food, facilities, his room, the garden etc are all excellent.C S(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

The facility, resembling a beautifully styled show home, exudes warmth and comfortPatricia M(Niece of Resident/Service User)

Situated in the charming town Bearsden, on the edge of Glasgow in East Dunbartonshire, Boclair Care Home is a purpose-built care home that offers a truly luxurious living experience with exceptional residential, nursing, dementia, and respite care. Boclair Care Home combines high-quality care with a welcoming community atmosphere, placing residents' comfort, independence, and wellbeing at the centre of daily life.
The home features 80 spacious en-suite bedrooms across thoughtfully arranged living...
Care Provided by Boclair Care Home
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Mental Health Condition
- 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 80 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
- Palliative / End of Life Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public 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
We offer a fully inclusive service. There will be no additional charges for use of any other service for example hairdressing, fine dining, outings and activities. Please contact us if you would require any additional information.
The only thing that is chargeable is Podiatry
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Boclair Care Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Boclair 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
- Karlynn Wheelan(Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Mixed (no single-gender units)
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Last Refurbishment: 2022
Room Information
- Single Rooms (80)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (80)
Visiting
- Visitors welcome, please contact the team directly to arrange a tour of this beautiful home.
Parking
- Parking is available onsite.
Boclair Care Home Reviews (45)
Boclair Care Home has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.660) out of 10, based on 17 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Boclair Care Home has 45 reviews.
I believe Boclair to be one of the best care homes. The personal and nursing care my dad received there during the period November 2025-May 2026 was nothing short of excellent. Although he took a little while to settle he was beginning to participate in weekly activities and forming bonds with residents and staff. I myself stayed in the care home for twelve days during the time when my dad's health was declining to the point where he sadly passed away. My sister and I were accommodated in rooms upstairs, and were treated with incredible kindness and compassion by everyone. What I observed during my time there only reinforced my general impression that Boclair and the people who work there place each and every resident at the heart of everything they do. A huge thank you to you all- you are doing a wonderful job and will not be forgotten.
With gratitude
Karlynn and Laura
Sadly my husband was only in Boclair Care Home for 4 weeks prior to his death. During that time he was treated with loving care by all members of staff, nursing, ancillary and administrative. That care extended to myself and my daughters and to the end w? were treated with love, respect and utmost kindness. I could not have asked for more and I thank them all with all my heart.
Thank you very much for such kind words, It was an aboslute please to care for your lovley husband and to get to know your family in this time. I will share your feedback with the wider team.
The rooms, cleanliness, facilities, and activities are all excellent & the resident benefits from all these aspects. On the whole staff are very kind, patient & care well for the resident's needs; however staffing ratios in the unit could be improved to attend to needs (e.g being taken to toilet) more quickly. Food could be tailored better to individual resident's needs.
I acknowledge your comments regarding staffing ratios and responsiveness, particularly around supporting residents with...
Boclair has a great atmosphere and vibrancy and the staff are always charming, friendly, engaging and polite. They take time to get to know the residents and it's obvious they take great pride in their work and ensuring the welfare of the residents is their main priority.
I can thoroughly recommend Boclair for anyone thinking of long term care for their relatives.
Thank you for this lovely feedback, it is great to hear that you feel mum has settled so well in our care. It is an absolute pleasure to care for your mum and to get to know yourselves as a family. Feedback will be shared with the team who work directly alongside mum.
Boclair is a lovely care home and the staff are amazing. It is a huge relief to me that Mum is so well cared for.
It is a great pleasure that mum decided to stay at Boclair on a permanent basis following her repsite stay. I am delighted that mum being in the care home brings a relief to yourself and your family that mum is well cared for.
The surroundings are indeed of a high standard but this does not take the place of good staff to resident ratios particularly during the night, consistent standards of care, good communication between management and families, lack of empathy or permanent solutions when concerns are raised Sadly in our experience Boclair wasn't very good in these areas.
I would prefer to tick unsatisfactory rather than poor but this isn't a review option.
Boclair makes HUGE statements but sadly we didn't experience what was promised.
Thank you for sharing your experience, and I am truly sorry for the loss of your Mum. I am saddened to read that your time at Boclair did not reflect the standards or values we strive to uphold, particularly around consistency of care, communication, and how concerns were addressed. We use a...
She has a spacious well appointed room where she can have some personal items such as pictures of family and keepsakes.
The value of the warm welcome she received from the staff and managment should not be underestimated and this went a long way to relieve the anxiety she felt when first arriving at Boclair. The nursing staff, carers, laundry, domestic, catering and hairdressing services are all first class and could not be better. There is also a visiting optician, dentist and chiropodist which provide great service to the care home residents.
Thank you very much Diane for your kind words. Its is a pleasure to provide care and support for your mum. I will share this review with the whole team. Best Wishes Karlynn + Laura
I feel very fortunate to have found Boclair to look after my Aunt during the final two years of her life. She settled in incredibly well, helped by the happy atmosphere about the place and displayed by every member of staff from the managers on down. The facilities always felt like a 5* hotel and she never had any complaints about the quality of the food. There were always a variety of activities for those that wanted to participate, which was encouraged whenever possible. Above all however the standard of care was always exceptionally high with great respect shown during her final weeks.
Thank you very much for your kind words Ewen, it was an absolute pleasure to care for your Aunt during her time at Boclair.
There are so many unsung heroes amongst the staff, it's unfair to single anyone out for a special mention. Each of us enjoys spending time with Dad at Boclair because the feel of the place is homely, relaxed & caring. Karlynn & Laura (management) are just brilliant. They make everyone feel important, & bring alot of kind humour too. The carers & nursing staff are really lovely & the wider staff, activities staff & entertainment, hairdresser, behind the scenes catering & laundry are all superb.
The standard of accommodation & food is excellent. What is clearly most valued is resident centred care, & that really shows in the approach & overall atmosphere at Boclair.
Thank you very much for your kind words, I will share this with all of the staff involved in caring for dad.
Boclair is buzzing with activity and residents are central to everything.
Hello Peter, thank you very much for your kind works about the care your client recieves. I share your kind words with the staff who provide such good care. We really appreciate your feedback.
Boclair Care Home was the perfect place for Mum to enjoy some much-needed respite. From the warmth on display during the initial assessment to the welcome when settling in, there was a very personal and personable approach throughout. The quality of the home and mum's room in particular was first class, with lots to do (optionally) between meals, which were varied and nutritious. There are also lots of breakout rooms for peace and quiet - plus when the weather is good, the outdoor spaces are fantastic. Mum enjoyed her stay - so much that she returned for a second spell of respite. Highly recommended. Thanks to all the team.
Thank you so much for your kind words Brian, it is very greatly appreciated. I will share all of your feedback with the team. It is an absolute pleasure to be mum's choosen place of repsite and to be a continued support to you and your family.
Dad was transferred from hospital to Boclair Care Home for end-of-life care. This was primarily to enable Mum and Dad to be cared for in the same place during his final days as they had never been apart in their sixty-nine years of marriage. Mum was in Boclair for respite care during Dad's time in hospital. We, as a family, will always have a deep sense of gratitude to the management team (particularly the then-manager) for speedily facilitating Dad's transfer to Boclair when it became obvious that he required a greater level of nursing care. This was carried out quietly and efficiently by staff who showed real understanding of what is important in a person's final journey. They also cared for Mum and us, as a family, with compassion and empathy. After Dad died, Mum became a full-time resident and continues to have excellent care within the 'Boclair family'. We remain thankful to have found such a welcoming environment for Mum to be part of and warmly commend the services and care at Boclair Care Home.
Thank you so much for sharing your experience and we are very fortunate to have a very kind and dedicated team who take great pride in caring for your loved one ensuring that they are supported and treated with dignity and respect. We welcome and encourage families and friends to be a part of our Boclair family and to play an active part in their loved ones' care.
Incredible service since my gran moved here in 2023. The staff have been excellent and shown a high level of care. They are super personable and have gotten to know my gran (and us, as a family) really closely. Three-course meals at lunch and dinner, excellent activities and engagement. The standard is more like a five-star hotel than what I would have imagined from a care home! Thank you for everything you do.
Thank you so much for taking the time to complete a review and we are delighted that your gran is settled in her new home. We work hard to create a warm and inviting homely setting for all our lovely residents and families and we are delighted that this has been your experience from the outset and thereafter.
My gran is one of your residents in the care home. Since her coming to your care home, she has been very happy and well cared for. Her health has massively improved and she has just celebrated her 93rd birthday at the start of January. I would like to say a massive thank you to all of the team and especially the deputy manager for being so very caring and helpful with my gran.
Thank you so much for taking the time to complete a review and we are delighted that your gran is settled in her new home. We work hard to create a warm and inviting homely setting for all our lovely residents and families and we are delighted that this has been your experience from the outset and thereafter.
My mum has been in Boclair Care Home for two years and the care and attention that she has received in that time has been utterly tremendous. The staff are extremely attentive and spend time talking with my mum and she just loves the hairdresser and getting her hair done whenever she can. First-class care.
Thank you so much for your lovely review and it is our pleasure to be supporting your mum, and we agree that she is doing fantastic and is very much a part of the Boclair family as are all her family and friends.
I have found the care and the support of the nursing staff second to none. In relation to my loved one's home it was full of fun and a welcoming environment, and exceeded our expectations of what a care home was. I write this with thanks and gratitude to everyone in the home.
Thank you very much for your kind words, I will pass this feedback on to staff.
Whilst I cannot comment on food and drink, he seemed happy enough. Everything else is excellent. Accommodation is first-class and clean. Staff are outstanding - very caring, very attentive and happy to attend to any problem, no matter how small. It has been a pleasant experience visiting. Thank you to everyone for all their help.
Thank you very much for your kind words, it was a pleasure to look after your friend and get to know yourself and the family.
It was a short visit for Mum, under very extreme circumstances - but Boclair was a godsend to us all.
We will be forever grateful to you all.
Thank you so much for your review. We are all so glad that we could bring comfort at this time. We were privileged to be given the opportunity. With sincere thanks
My mother suffers from dementia and initially was being cared for in another nursing home. However, she did not settle well and we quickly knew we had to find an alternative home where she would get the kind of care she needed. We were so fortunate to find Boclair Care Home. Since she moved there, she has thrived in every way. The staff and management could not be more caring. The concern they show to Mum is heart-warming. Their approach to caring for all their residents is outstanding and it’s a joy to visit the home and see all the smiling faces, both residents and staff. Mum has not been this happy in many years. We are so grateful to everyone who made this care home a special place.
We are delighted that we have helped to make a difference, thank you for your review which will be shared with all the staff. We really appreciate your feedback many thanks.
My family and I have nothing but praise for every aspect of Boclair Care Home and the staff have become like family too when we visit. Thank you, team Boclair.
Thank you for taking the time to comment, we very much appreciate your feedback, our core principles are kindness and care. I will pass on to the staff and we will continue to work hard to ensure we can meet all needs. This is the best thank you we could have to know that we are achieving this is invaluable to the staff. Many thanks.
Regulatory Rating
Care Inspectorate (CI) Rating
Date: 19 May 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?Very Good
(5)
Bed Vacancies
4 Bed Vacancies
Posted: 01 July 2026Please call for further information on our vacancies
News (17) & Events (0)
- 29 Jun 2026
We were delighted to have a fantastic entertainer singing in the garden for our lovely residents. It was wonderful to see everyone relaxing in the sunshine, singing along, and enjoying...
- 27 May 2026
Boclair Care Home Sports Day brought residents, staff, and local nursery children together for a fun-filled afternoon of games and laughter. With the sun shining and smiles all round, everyone...
- 06 May 2026
Our residents enjoyed their weekly FitBaw session, sharing plenty of smiles along the way. A lovely blend of light exercise, laughter, and time together—keeping everyone active and uplifted. It’s always...
There are no upcoming events for Boclair Care Home.
Awards / Recognitions (1)
- 31 Jan 2024Recipient: Boclair Care Home
Meet the Team (23)

Karlynn is thrilled to be joining the team this year at Boclair from Kingsacre Care Home where she has been since April 2021. Karlynn has been a nurse in the Health and Social Care sector since 2010 and has a great passion for caring for the elderly and takes great pride in providing a warm and welcoming environment for the residents and their relatives.

Emma Boyle is our Customer Relations Manager within several of our care homes. Emma is passionate about creating meaningful connections and delivering exceptional customer experiences. With years of experience in customer support, she focuses on understanding client needs and building trust that lasts. Emma knows that great communication and genuine care are the foundation of strong relationships.
Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her family and walking her dog.

Welcome to Laura, our Clinical Lead. Laura brings a wealth of experience and is a wonderful asset to Team Boclair.

Karen loves working as a receptionist and meeting people and is delighted to be joining the Boclair Reception team. With vast experience as a receptionist, her extensive skills are a real asset to the home.

Peter has joined the team at Boclair from Kingsacre, he brings a wealth of knowledge having worked in care homes for over 5 years and being a chef for almost 45 years.

James joined the team at Boclair in 2023. He has been a nurse for many years and brings a wealth of experience.

Paul has been at Boclair since it opened its doors in 2022. He is an electrician by trade and worked in telecommunications engineering for 38 years.

Nathan is friendly and reliable and takes pride in keeping our home clean, tidy, and welcoming. He has a positive attitude and good attention to detail.

Gary is our kitchen assistant who supports the team by keeping the kitchen clean, organised, and efficient, he brings a positive attitude and helps to ensure smooth day-to-day service.

Lynda is one of our friendly hairdressers, she is a valued part of our team, bringing skill, kindness, and a warm smile. Linda helps residents look and feel their best while creating a relaxed, enjoyable experience filled with conversation and care.

Chinju is one of our caring and reliable Senior Care Assistant with experience supporting daily living, personal care, and emotional well-being. Chinju is committed to enhancing residents’ comfort, dignity, and independence.

Liz is a compassionate Team Leader dedicated to delivering high-quality, person-centred care. With extensive experience, she leads the team with empathy and professionalism, ensuring residents feel supported, safe, and valued every day.

Andy is an essential part of our care home family; he takes pride in creating a safe and pleasant environment for our residents. From quick fixes to ongoing upkeep, his work helps make our home a comfortable place to live and work.

Julia is our Clinical Services Manager and is responsible for leading clinical care within the home, ensuring residents receive safe, high-quality, and compassionate support every day.

Nicola is one of our Activities Coordinators who organises and delivers engaging activities that support residents’ wellbeing, independence, and social connection. She plans a varied programme tailored to individual interests and needs, helping to create a vibrant and inclusive environment within our home.

Our Kitchen Assistant, Neil, supports the preparation and serving of nutritious meals for residents, ensuring high standards of hygiene and food safety. He works as part of the catering team to help create a clean, welcoming environment and contributes to a positive dining experience that meets residents’ dietary needs and preferences.

Our chef, Liam, prepares nutritious, well-balanced meals tailored to residents’ needs, ensuring high standards of quality, safety, and taste. Helping to create a warm and enjoyable dining experience for all residents.

Mary is one of our housekeepers. She is reliable, discreet, and highly attentive to detail. She keeps our home clean, organised, and well-maintained, handling daily housekeeping tasks with efficiency and care.

Lindsay is one of our Staff Nurses who provides safe, person-centred clinical care, including medication administration and health monitoring. She supports residents’ well-being and works closely with the care team and families with compassion and professionalism.

Thandiwe is a compassionate care assistant who provides person-centred support with daily living, personal care, and companionship. She focuses on dignity, independence, and well-being while ensuring a safe and comfortable home environment.

Bridget is a kind care assistant who offers tailored support with daily tasks, personal care, and companionship. She is committed to respecting dignity, promoting independence, and maintaining a safe, comfortable home environment.

Deborah is a compassionate Senior Care Assistant with experience providing high-quality, person-centred care in home settings. She supports daily living activities, personal care, mobility, and companionship, always promoting dignity, independence, and well-being. Reliable and patient, Debbie is dedicated to improving the quality of life for older adults, including those living with dementia and long-term conditions.

Gillian is our friendly and experienced hairdresser/barber who helps residents look and feel their best. She provides gentle, personalised care, taking time to ensure comfort and dignity.
Frequently Asked Questions about Boclair Care Home
What types of Care is Boclair Care Home registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Mental Health Condition, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Boclair Care Home have?
There are 80 Single Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Boclair Care Home?
Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Close to Local shops, Near Public 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 Boclair Care Home to the centre of Glasgow?
4.1 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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