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

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

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

Funding Types Accepted

  • Self Funding (Private)
  • Local Authority with Top Up
  • Local Authority
  • NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)

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.

Good to Know

Group/Owner

Person in charge

  • Victoria Mitrea (Home Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Criteria

  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (60)

Gilmerton Care Home Reviews (76)

9.7

Gilmerton Care Home has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.746) out of 10, based on 32 reviews in the last 2 years.
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Review from J S (Brother of Resident) assisted by family/friend published on 1 May 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My sister has been a resident since February 2023 following a severe stroke, the onset of vascular dementia and pre-existing psychosis.
The care, kindness, professionalism, patience, compassion and personal "touch" shown by all representatives of Gilmerton (Gladstone Unit) has been exemplary. They
really work as "one team" from the administration, nursing and carers through to the manager.
Both myself and my wife are grateful and reassured by their constant vocational dedication.
There is always a place for constructive feedback where improvements could be made.
Communication relating to planned residents and family meetings, future planned events, changes, a feedback loop following suggestions made are all rather "hit and miss," we have felt rather on the back foot with management communications not learning of an event or learning far too late to be able to participate. We live 55 miles from the care home and try to visit twice a month minimum - we need sufficient time to plan to attend a meeting or support a social event and this has not been factored in in the past.
This is not however a major issue, the care and respect for my sister is of course paramount and as already stated this is exemplary.
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Review from Caroline M (Sister of Resident) published on 1 May 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff from the admin team to the carers and nurses made my sister's stay as comfortable as possible. So helpful during a difficult and painful time for the family.
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Review from A P (Daughter of Resident) published on 1 May 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Always feel Mum is well cared for.
Staff are amazing and do a fantastic job.
Mum is always clean as is her room.
Mum is constantly hungry! It is never too much trouble to get her cornflakes which she loves.
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Review from Wendy N (Daughter of Resident) published on 1 May 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mum has settled in well to the home and my experience is that all staff on the ward are friendly, approachable and have my mum's best interests at heart.
I could not be happier with the way we have been treated and feel 'part of the family.'
1 day my dad was unwell and was called to check on him
as he hadn't visited. Staff go above and beyond to deliver excellent service.
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Review from K M (Daughter of Resident) published on 24 April 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother is well looked after and is very safe. All the staff are lovely, very approachable and friendly and they have a great relationship with my mother.
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Review from Derek D (Son-in-law of Resident) published on 24 April 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Very good.
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Review from G D (Son of Resident) published on 24 April 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Very dedicated nursing staff, caring and helping my mum with mobility and diet issues.
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Review from Maureen G (Sister-in-law of Resident) published on 24 April 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My sister-in-law/friend has been in this care home for nearly 3 years. In all of this period I have been enormously impressed with the care and dedication of all staff; carers, support staff, management, cleaners. I cannot visit as often as I would like but I am kept up to date with everything relating
to my friend.
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Review from D F (Son of Resident) published on 18 April 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The care and support given to my Mother by the staff of Gilmerton Care Home is excellent. It gives us peace of mind that she is so well looked after.
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Review from James L (Son of Resident) published on 10 April 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Dad has been more settled since going into the care home, he enjoys the staff and the activities (when he joins in), loves the food and the banter.
I think there could be more communication between staff and family members. Dad was recently admitted into hospital and communication was quite poor.
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Review from A J (Niece of Resident) published on 9 April 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My aunt is happy and content in the care home. The staff are friendly and I am always kept up to date with how she is and if she requires a GP or change in medication.
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Review from A R (Husband of Resident) published on 28 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
From the moment you walk in the door, the ambiance is one of welcome and this is backed up by any encounter with members of staff.
My review can only relate to a dementia ward but I can only say that words are not enough to appreciate the care and attention they afforded to my wife .. my heartfelt
thanks to all of them.
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Review from Joyce M (Daughter of Resident) published on 1 June 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mum was in assisted living, which turned out to be a nightmare - a care package was not given. Decided to put my mum into Gilmerton Care home - it's like night and day. The staff are wonderful, so caring and helpful. Can sleep at night knowing that my mum is happy and safe. Loves eating (food is
good). If she needs anything, the staff are always on call - brilliant.
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Review from Harry G (Nephew of Resident) published on 19 January 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
All care, maintenance and catering staff and management and administration give excellent care, service and attention to all residents.
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Review from Helen B (Daughter of Resident) published on 5 January 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mum was admitted with Alzheimer's. On the visit to the care home, I knew this was where I would like her placed. The care my mum has received has been amazing. She always looks well-dressed and fresh. I knew she was quite difficult when first admitted, but the staff were always on hand to look after
her and reassure her when she was anxious. The care she has received is second to none, and couldn't recommend the care home highly enough to anyone in a situation where they need to place a loved one.
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Review from Fiona T (Daughter of Resident) published on 4 November 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Lovely, caring staff who helped my parents settle in well.
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Review from Thomas H (Son of Resident) published on 3 November 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother was admitted to the home after five and a half years in an NHS hospital. She has come on in leaps and bounds since her admission. Her appearance and cleanliness have improved tenfold. All of the above is accredited to the dedication of the staff.
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Review from Moira W (Daughter of Resident) published on 5 October 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother received fantastic care at Gilmerton Care Home. The staff were kind and caring. She was happy and contented while there. I am grateful to the staff for their commitment.
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Review from Pearl G (Daughter of Resident) published on 14 September 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mum is happy and contented. The staff are wonderful with her. She loves her room. My sister likes visiting here. The staff make us feel so welcome.
Reply from Katie Barnett, Marketing Administrator at Gilmerton Care Home

Thank you for your wonderful feedback about our home. We are pleased to hear that your mum is happy and that your experience has been positive. We appreciate all of your kind comments about our team. We hope to see you again soon.

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Review from Eleanor T (Friend of Resident) published on 14 September 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Only visit once a week - everything seems satisfactory.
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Current Review Score: 9.7 (9.746)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.7 (9.746) 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 32 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 32 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 4.746 for Gilmerton Care Home is calculated as follows: ( (289 Excellents x 5) + (82 Goods x 4) + (7 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 378 Ratings = 4.746
  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 32 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 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 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 32 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.
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