Gilmerton Care Home

9 Moredunvale Road, Gilmerton, Edinburgh EH17 7QU
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Gilmerton Care Home offers a warm and comfortable setting in which older people with care needs can enjoy a high quality of life. Featuring en-suite bedrooms and attractive, well-maintained gardens, the home combines practical care with a homely atmosphere.

The dedicated care team places residents' health, wellbeing, and personal preferences at the heart of everything they do. Individuals are actively consulted on decisions that affect their daily lives, helping to foster a sense of autonomy and respect.

Gilmerton’s approach to care is built on a strong person-centred philosophy, getting to know each resident as an individual, encouraging active and fulfilling lifestyles, and tailoring support to meet unique needs and aspirations.
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Care Provided by Gilmerton Care Home

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Learning Disability / Autism
  • Mental Health Condition
  • Physical Disability

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • For a maximum of 60 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
  • Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • Close to Local shops
  • Near Public Transport
  • Minibus or other transport
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Gardens
  • Residents Kitchenette
  • Television point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access

Funding & Fees What's included?

Weekly Charges per Person

  • Self-Funded Nursing Care: from £1700
  • Self-Funded Nursing Dementia Care: from £1700
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Nursing Care: from £1700
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Nursing Dementia Care: from £1700

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 £369.15 per week (if you are over the age of 65). This support is not reflected in this fee amount.

These prices are only a guideline, please contact Gilmerton Care Home to find out the exact price for your requirements.

Contact Gilmerton 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 £248.70 per week (if you are over the age of 65) and Free Nursing Care funding of up to £111.90 per week. This support is is not reflected in this fee amount.

Contact Gilmerton Care Home to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:

Good to Know

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Victoria Mitrea (Home Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (60)

Gilmerton Care Home Reviews (81)

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Gilmerton Care Home has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.727) out of 10, based on 37 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Gilmerton Care Home has 81 reviews.

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Review from S W (Sister of Resident) published on 27 January 2026 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My sister has been a resident in the Churchill Unit at Gilmerton Care Home for now the past 3 years and our family's experience has been outstanding. Every family member who visits very consistently, says now highly they would recommend the care provided here.The staff are exceptionally kind, professional,
and welcoming, making each visit feel like coming into our own home. My sister is safe, happy and very well cared for which gives us great peace of mind. The environment is always clean and well maintained and the warmth, respect and compassion is shown to both residents and families, is truly commendable. I would confidently recommend Gilmerton Care Home to anyone seeking excellent care.
Reply from Jen Neill, Home Administrator at Gilmerton Care HomeThank you so much for taking the time to share such thoughtful and positive feedback. We are delighted to hear that your family's experience over the past three years has been so positive and that your sister feels safe, happy, and well cared for within the Churchill Unit.
Your comments about the kindness, professionalism, and welcoming nature of our team, as well as the homely environment we strive to create, mean a great deal to us. This feedback will be shared with our staff, who will be very encouraged to know their care, compassion, and dedication are so highly valued. Thank you again for your recommendation and continued trust in our care.
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Review from D M (Daughter of Resident) published on 19 January 2026 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Always find the staff are courteous and helpful. They are always good at keeping me updated with any issues regarding my mum. The manager has an open door policy which I find very helpful and very good if there are any issues that need addressed.
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Review from Gary R (Son of Resident) published on 8 January 2026 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Dad moved into the care home in October 2025, it took about a month to settle in properly and he is starting to enjoy his new home. He is very happy with the services provided, i.e. staff are all nice. His room is lovely, plenty of activities to get involved in. The food is superb, everything is homemade,
etc. Us as a family could not be happier. Gilmerton Care Home as a full package is superb and gives us peace of mind he's getting well looked after from start to finish. This gives us great peace of mind. Thanks to you all.
Reply from Jen Neill, Home Administrator at Gilmerton Care HomeThank you for your lovely comments. We are so pleased to hear your dad is settling in well and enjoying his new home. The team works hard to provide a warm, supportive environment and feedback like this means a great deal.
We truly appreciate your kind words and confidence in our care.
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Review from Sarah B (Relative of Resident) published on 8 January 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The care that is given is superb and individualised. There are numerous ways staff care for the residents that make their day better.
Communication with team members is good.
There are also lots of activities and outings for the residents to take part in.
Reply from Jen Neill, Home Administrator at Gilmerton Care HomeThank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We're delighted to hear that the care, communication and activities provided have made a positive difference.
Your comments mean a great deal to our team and will be shared with them. We truly appreciate your support.
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Review from Robert S (Husband of Resident) published on 8 January 2026 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My wife is 79 years old and she has dementia. Eight months after leaving home she was transferred to Gilmerton Care Home (G.H.C) I am in my mid eighties but I have managed to visit her almost daily. I think that the attitude and competence of the staff is, by far, the most important factor and, here,
G.C.H is superb. Without exception they have been patient and caring for an eccentric, and often confused and cantankerous old lady. After just a few weeks my wife looks the picture of health. She tells me she likes the staff and that they are kind to her. I can see that she is clean and does not have B.O. She is difficult to feed but they manage. I worried about her long term care. You hear such awful tales but I am very pleased with G.C.H and what they do for her.
Reply from Susan Macdonald, Regional Director at Gilmerton Care HomeThank you very much for your kind review. At Gilmerton Care Home the staff strive to care with compassion and understanding and I will share your kind words with the team
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Review from John S (Son of Resident) published on 19 December 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My Mother has been in the care home for over 5yrs and I have always found the staff excellent, the service they provide has been of a level that has allowed me to relax from almost the first week, I was very nervous when my Mother went in but the interactions with them and my viewing of the work they
do under difficult circumstances has gave me high level of respect for them and the work they do.
Reply from Jen Neill, Home Administrator at Gilmerton Care HomeThank you so much for your kind review! We are grateful for your trust and so pleased you are happy with the care we provide to your mother.
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Review from Ian M (Husband of Resident) published on 8 December 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My wife celebrated her birthday last week on 2 separate days as our family were not all available at once .
Amazingly this was not a problem for your staff who pulled out all the stops to decorate her room and the lounge and made such a fuss of her and a warm welcome for all of us.Many thanks to all
the staff for their love and care.I would like to make special mention of Sharon , if I may , as she tirelessly goes above and beyond mere duty with her patient compassionate care.We are so lucky with your choice of staff , thank you.
Reply from Jen Neill, Home Administrator at Gilmerton Care HomeThank you so much for your wonderful review. We're delighted to hear that your loved one's birthday celebrations were made special and that our team helped create a warm and welcoming atmosphere for you family.
Your kind comments about the staff, including their efforts and compassion, mean a great deal and will be shared with the team. We are proud of the care they provide every day.
Thank you again for your support and for choosing us to care for your loved one.
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Review from R K (Daughter of Resident) published on 20 September 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Having worked in care myself I'm incredibly pleased with the care and support both my father and myself receive from the whole team here.
I would highly recommend Gilmerton to anyone.
My father's been happy here from day one, and I've seen first hand just how gently, patiently, and well the whole
team cares for him and other residents.
Everything is always clean and organised, he loves the food, adores the staff, and enjoys regular activities and trips out.
I'm always met with a warm reception from the team, and I'm regularly and appropriately updated on everything as well.
For the first time in years I have genuine peace of mind and I honestly couldn't wish for a better home and people to keep him happy, healthy, and safe.
Reply from Susan Macdonald, Regional Director at Gilmerton Care HomeThank you for your kind words. I will share your review with the staff team who are always striving to get to know everyone and deliver care to the best of their abilities.
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Review from D N (Son-in-law of Resident) published on 11 August 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Highly recommend Gilmerton Care Home to anyone looking for care for their loved one.
A warm welcome from Management & Admin to the excellent care my father in-law receives.
The home is always clean and free from smells and the staff can't do enough to help.
Reply from Vicky, Home Manager at Gilmerton Care HomeThank you for your kind review. We're committed to providing the highest standard of care, and we're so happy to know you feel reassured and confident in the support we provide.
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Review from Ian M (Husband of Resident) published on 18 July 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My wife will have been in the home for 6 years on the 19th August. It is a brilliant home from the minute you walk in the door. The girls in reception always speak and ask how you are then there is the staff how are extra special they have a very low turn=over so everyone knows everybodys needs. I am
often asked how my wife is and say I could not have a better home. I go to bed at night and dont worry. I know she is being well looked after.
Reply from Victoria Mitrea, Manager at Gilmerton Care HomeThank you kindly for leaving such a wonderful review. It means the world to our team to know that their hard work and dedication are making a real difference. We always strive to create a warm, safe, and welcoming environment for all our residents and their families, and feedback like yours encourages us to keep doing our very best every day.
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Review from D M (Daughter of Resident) published on 16 July 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Cannot fault the home at all. Staff are attentive and caring- not only to resident but family too. Kept well informed and supported. Mum kept clean, healthy and well looked after.
Reply from Management Team, Management Team at Gilmerton Care HomeThank you for your kind review and we are delighted that your mum and the family are delighted with the care our team are proud to provide and we work hard to ensure that residents and their families are welcomed into the Gilmerton family.
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Review from D M (Daughter of Resident) published on 13 May 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Overall this is a lovely care home with hard working staff, they are good at what they do. Keeping you updated if there's any issues and very polite & friendly when you visit.
Reply from Management team, Gilmerton Management Team at Gilmerton Care HomeThank you for your review and and our kind and caring team take great pride in providing the very best care for your parent and extending a warm and friendly welcome to all visitors.
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Review from B R (Daughter of Resident) published on 23 January 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My father moved into Gilmerton Care Home in November 2024 for long term care. All the care givers have been great. There is great communication with myself between the 2 nurses on my dad's wing (Gladstone).
It's taking my dad a while to settle in as it's a massive change for him, but everyone is being
very understanding and contacting me when he is upset and needs to talk to me.
I'm very happy with the care my dad is getting and find all the staff very easy to approach if I have any questions.
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Review from Scott R (Son of Resident) published on 12 December 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mum has been a resident at Gilmerton Care Home for a number of years now. I am very happy with the care she received. My mum is very happy in the home and I have no concern about her safety or wellbeing, she enjoys participating in the numerous games and activities. She has been on numerous trips
and has enjoyed every one. The staff are very good and carry out their duties with care and compassion. I would recommend the home to friends and family.
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Review from Isabel M (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 1 December 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Very happy environment, my mother-in-law seems happy. The staff are very pleasant. The care home is spotless and there is always some kind of entertainment going on.
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Review from V F (Son of Resident) published on 1 December 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mum is very happy with the services she gets and so I am. The place is always very clean, she enjoys the meals. The staff are brilliant and very caring. When we visit the staff offer us a coffee and biscuits which is lovely. Thanks.
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Review from Ian M (Husband of Resident) published on 28 November 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
From the girls in reception to the nurses and carers, you are made welcome. My wife gets exceptional care from the staff and they also look after me, asking how I am keeping etc. I could not recommend this home highly enough. I sleep at night knowing my wife is being well looked after.
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Review from L M (Son of Resident) published on 28 November 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am really happy with the care my mum receives at Gilmerton Care Home. The staff are great, always ready to help and very polite. They always celebrate a birthday and the other occasions. My mum seems to be very happy and content here.
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Review from Charles C (Son of Resident) published on 19 November 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Great care home. Overall care is excellent. Would recommend it to anyone that's looking for care. Staff are so friendly they are basically just like extended family. My father has received excellent care and he has been at the home for about 20 years now.
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Review from Helen C (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 19 November 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Would highly recommend this care home, they go above and beyond for residents as well as visitors. Very friendly and helpful staff members, always make me feel welcome. Would give a 5-star + as a review. My father-in-law has been in this care home for over 20 years now and the care he receives is on
a high standard level. Wouldn't even consider looking at other care homes if any friends and family needed care, this one would definitely be a top priority.
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Current Review Score: 9.7 (9.727)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.7 (9.727) out of 10 for Gilmerton Care Home is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.7 out of 5 from 37 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 37 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Care Home is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  1. 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months. The Average Rating of 4.727 for Gilmerton Care Home is calculated as follows: ( (329 Excellents x 5) + (100 Goods x 4) + (10 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 439 Ratings = 4.727
  2. 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5'). The 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Gilmerton Care Home is based on 37 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    1. 4 points are available for the first 20 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews, 0.05 Points for the next five Positive Reviews, and finally 0.025 Points for the next ten Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.050, 7th = 0.050, 8th = 0.050, 9th = 0.050, 10th = 0.050, 11th = 0.025, 12th = 0.025, 13th = 0.025, 14th = 0.025, 15th = 0.025, 16th = 0.025, 17th = 0.025, 18th = 0.025, 19th = 0.025, 20th = 0.025) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 = 4
    2. 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the registered maximum number of service users in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Care Home registered for a maximum of 50 service users has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 60 registered maximum number of service users is 12, which has been reached with 37 Positive reviews. Points = 1
  3. When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
  4. If a Care Home does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

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Victoria

Victoria Mitrea

Job Title: Home Manager Joined: 2016

Victoria is a dedicated and qualified registered nurse with an SVQ 4 in Care Service Leadership & Management, as well as holding certifications in First Aid and Safeguarding Adults.


Since starting her career in the UK, Victoria has advanced from Care Assistant to Registered Nurse, where she mentored nursing students and coached newly qualified nurses, before being promoted to Deputy Home Manager.


Outside of work, Victoria finds peace and fulfilment in gardening and enjoys reading books on leadership and care strategies to remain informed and inspired. Spending time with extended family is also important for Victoria.
Victoria's biggest achievement is building a new life in the UK at 39, despite limited English, to help her daughter pursue a dream of becoming a lawyer.
‘’Finding the right care home is an important decision, and it’s essential to choose a place where you or your loved one will feel safe, valued, and cared for’’

Frequently Asked Questions about Gilmerton Care Home

What types of Care is Gilmerton Care Home registered for?

Older Person Care, Dementia, Learning Disability / Autism, Mental Health Condition & Physical Disability are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.

How many Rooms does Gilmerton Care Home have?

There are 60 Single Rooms.

What are the Facilities & Services at Gilmerton Care Home?

Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Minibus or other transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Residents Kitchenette, Television point in own room & Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.

How far is Gilmerton Care Home to the centre of Edinburgh?

2.8 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.

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