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2 Wakefield Avenue, Edinburgh, EH7 6TL
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28 May 2025
Please remember that my review covers my first five weeks at Launder Lodge and also my first five weeks in a care home. My experience is entirely positive. All staff whether carers, nursing, admin or cleaning etc, work wonderfully together with the aim of making life as good as possible for the residents and patients. They actively seek out opportunities to help and work as a well-drilled yet informed team. I have felt welcome and an integral part of Lauder Lodge since first arriving here. Thanks to all of you who have supported me in the early days.
20 May 2025
My dad has been a resident at Lauder Lodge for a couple of months now and has settled in incredibly well, largely due to the consistently kind, thoughtful and very person-centred care provided by all the staff. He is loving trying out a range of activities and thoroughly enjoying the catering. The staff manage to be incredibly professional whilst also creating a welcoming, friendly and home-like atmosphere. We couldn't be happier with our experience so far!
06 May 2025
I've been visiting Lauder Lodge with my therapy dog, Bonnie for the past year or so. We have visited other care homes before but this is by far the best. When I visit I am able to observe staff interacting with residents and they are always so kind, supportive and professional, whether they are admin, nursing, care, activity organisers or domestic staff. Physically the Home is bright, well maintained and very comfortable with a range of activities provided for everyone, geared to their capabilities. There's always a warm welcome from staff and residents when Bonnie and I visit. If I need to go into a home when the time comes I'd be very happy for it to be Lauder Lodge.
30 April 2025
My mum has settled in well in Lauder Lodge and likes the activities they have. The staff are very caring and look after Mum well.
23 April 2025
Helpful and caring staff who try their very best both for residents and visitors. A lovely place, homely and well maintained. Plenty of exciting things going on for the residents - very creative activities timetable!
19 April 2025
My husband became a resident in Lauder Lodge in Feb 2025 and although it's early days, so far so good. The food is lovely - varied and tasty and the staff are kind, caring and compassionate. I am kept well informed about my husbands care. There's a good and varied activities prog. The cafe is fab. I looked at many care homes and L.L is streets ahead. I have already recommended L.L to a friend and she is hoping her father will become a resident soon.
14 April 2025
Reluctantly we moved my mother into Lauder Lodge care home in January 2025. We had identified Lauder Lodge very quickly as our preferred option and have no regrets. My mother has Alzheimer's and her care has so far been second to none. She smiles, loves the staff and is very much engaged in her new home. Mum does different activities every day and is encouraged to participate. The staff feel like family and they genuinely care about my mum. When there have been minor issues the staff have immediately dealt with these. Knowing my mum is being cared for so well is a great comfort.
14 April 2025
My Aunt has settled well into Lauder Lodge. Her room is bright and looks out onto the secure garden where she likes to watch the birds & see the flowers come to life. All the staff are very helpful, caring, and very friendly both to my Aunt and her visitors. The staff keep in contact if she has had a fall, had an appointment with the dentist or seen the nurse. There are a variety of activities planned each day which the residents can pick to join in. The music activities always seem to be very popular. The only comment that my Aunt has is that the menu could be more varied. Recently the dinner menu was either curry or spicy bean burger but no plain option, for anyone who isn't good with spicy food.
10 April 2025
I have been extremely happy with the staff and conditions and how my mother is being looked after.
10 April 2025
I came to Lauder Lodge in the middle of January this year 2025. During the two months, I have found all the staff, including the carers and domestics staff always ready to help and so willing. The standards here are very high. The laundry is washed promptly and well ironed. The rooms are well maintained and the menu offer a great variety. There is a real atmosphere of friendliness and loveliness. Those who visit me are also struck by the friendliness of the carers they meet at Lauder Lodge.
20 February 2025
My mother is well cared for, and I feel that she is very safe in Lauder Lodge. Staff will keep us updated if she falls or is unwell. The staff are very kind and caring towards her, and she likes them very much. It has been difficult for her to move from her own home to the care home, and she is still not completely settled. The rooms are very small. Her mobility has deteriorated since moving there, she spends a lot of time sitting in a chair despite the staff encouraging her to move. Hopefully, when the weather gets better, she will be able to enjoy the garden and terrace and feel more at home. I feel that the food in the home, while delicious, could be more balanced with more salads, fruit and greens. She has put on weight, and her diabetes, which was in remission and was managed through diet for 20 years, has now become an issue, and she requires medication. I'm sure the kitchen would accommodate any requests from her, but she doesn't ask. A lower sugar menu and healthier snacks would be good to see
14 February 2025
Overall very good, in particular the nursing care. What could be improved is the time my mum sometimes has to wait for assistance after she presses her call button. This can cause frustration, particularly if she needs to go to the bathroom, as she doesn't want to have an accident. This has led to her trying to go to the bathroom unaided and as a result she's fallen on more than one occasion. This is a safety concern. Another issue is the food, it's often quite high fat and I'd like to see more healthy options e.g. fruit, veg, salad. My mum's type 2 diabetes has returned since she's been in the home as she's eating far more sugar.
30 January 2025
Management and care staff are very pleasant and helpful. From day one, seemingly cordial and cooperative with one another. There are many appreciative comments about catering and quality of food. My one query was - until today - was it really necessary to communicate everything through our first contact with a specific manager (who gained our appreciation and trust) rather than go directly to the relevant floor manager. It seemed, perhaps, to add to unnecessary communication stresses for those involved, though I was never given to feel that. Congratulations! Today, I know that as from January 2025, certain tasks will change. Thank you for the sense of welcome extended each day in Lauder Lodge.
30 December 2024
I recently visited Lauder Lodge with my friend to see her lovely Dad. As soon as I stepped into the building, I could feel the warmth and love. We were immediately greeted, my friend by name, at reception. Every member of staff we saw on the way met us with a smile and friendly greeting - many stopping to ask my friend how she was. The building was cosy and clean and the ethos was enabling and positive. I was very impressed by the cafe, a lovely place to spend time with family. Lauder Lodge, and their wonderful, hard-working staff, are a credit to the company. I have told my family to book my room now!
28 December 2024
Any time I have visited I felt very much at home and staff members have been extremely friendly. The rooms are bright and en-suites are roomy. The botanic garden cafe is very popular and a beautiful place to relax with a resident. The standard of food is excellent. The dining rooms are small and not too noisy. The activity room looks interesting and the residents seem to enjoy the gatherings there. As a visitor, I think the cinema is a huge bonus to have on site and the standard of technology is of a very high standard. Having seen trolleys of laundry being returned to the rooms, it is beautifully folded and ironed. As far as I can see, all the residents are very content and happy.
21 November 2024
My dad has been a resident at Lauder Lodge for 18 months. He is very settled in their care. His physical and emotional care is of a very high standard and staff are always responsive to any concerns or requests that we make. Although social activities cater in the main for the majority female resident group, there has been an excellent outing for some gentlemen residents to a golf driving range which Dad greatly enjoyed. Without exception, Dad is treated with courtesy and care by all carers. E.g. whenever he returns to his room from an outing or visits the cafe, he is greeted warmly with a "Welcome back!" Lauder Lodge is a lovely, well-maintained building. Dad's room has all he needs. Most importantly, he feels safe in their care and we all appreciate that immensely.
20 November 2024
Visiting my friend, staff are very friendly and helpful. Keen to assist where they can.
18 November 2024
I had a lovely warm welcome on my visit to Lauder Lodge. Staff are very friendly and attentive. My aunt really enjoys living in Lauder Lodge and it's so reassuring to see her settled and happy. I'm looking forward to visiting again after the new year.
14 November 2024
Friendly welcome on entry and also from all staff on the floor. The staff areapproachable and home has a good vibe. Residents are well cared for and staff try their best to meet their needs in a timely way. Menu options are good and different needs are catered for. Cafe for residents and visitors is well-supplied Lauder Lodge has well-kept outside gardens which are accessible to all residents and visitors. My mother is being well looked after.
09 October 2024
Sadly they don't accept authority funding: have a lawyer read over the contract! Care UK was taken to task in England about this but haven't had their knuckles wrapped by the Scottish Authorities yet. They don't offer any more than basic care for dementia despite promises on the website and published info. Lots of lovely promises on admission to the home that never come to pass once money is handed over. Some staff are wonderful, others need consistent supervision by the floor managers: the same as any nursing home out there, but it looks pretty. It's a business and the management runs it like one. they will try to move your relative out of the home when their health declines, keep this in mind if you are wanting a lifelong place for them to live. After chatting to other relatives we are all having similar issues.
Latest Reviews for Lauder Lodge
28 May 2025
Please remember that my review covers my first five weeks at Launder Lodge and also my first five weeks in a care home. My experience is entirely positive. All staff whether carers, nursing, admin or cleaning etc, work wonderfully together with the aim of making life as good as possible for the residents and patients. They actively seek out opportunities to help and work as a well-drilled yet informed team. I have felt welcome and an integral part of Lauder Lodge since first arriving here. Thanks to all of you who have supported me in the early days.
20 May 2025
My dad has been a resident at Lauder Lodge for a couple of months now and has settled in incredibly well, largely due to the consistently kind, thoughtful and very person-centred care provided by all the staff. He is loving trying out a range of activities and thoroughly enjoying the catering. The staff manage to be incredibly professional whilst also creating a welcoming, friendly and home-like atmosphere. We couldn't be happier with our experience so far!
06 May 2025
I've been visiting Lauder Lodge with my therapy dog, Bonnie for the past year or so. We have visited other care homes before but this is by far the best. When I visit I am able to observe staff interacting with residents and they are always so kind, supportive and professional, whether they are admin, nursing, care, activity organisers or domestic staff. Physically the Home is bright, well maintained and very comfortable with a range of activities provided for everyone, geared to their capabilities. There's always a warm welcome from staff and residents when Bonnie and I visit. If I need to go into a home when the time comes I'd be very happy for it to be Lauder Lodge.
30 April 2025
My mum has settled in well in Lauder Lodge and likes the activities they have. The staff are very caring and look after Mum well.
23 April 2025
Helpful and caring staff who try their very best both for residents and visitors. A lovely place, homely and well maintained. Plenty of exciting things going on for the residents - very creative activities timetable!
19 April 2025
My husband became a resident in Lauder Lodge in Feb 2025 and although it's early days, so far so good. The food is lovely - varied and tasty and the staff are kind, caring and compassionate. I am kept well informed about my husbands care. There's a good and varied activities prog. The cafe is fab. I looked at many care homes and L.L is streets ahead. I have already recommended L.L to a friend and she is hoping her father will become a resident soon.
14 April 2025
Reluctantly we moved my mother into Lauder Lodge care home in January 2025. We had identified Lauder Lodge very quickly as our preferred option and have no regrets. My mother has Alzheimer's and her care has so far been second to none. She smiles, loves the staff and is very much engaged in her new home. Mum does different activities every day and is encouraged to participate. The staff feel like family and they genuinely care about my mum. When there have been minor issues the staff have immediately dealt with these. Knowing my mum is being cared for so well is a great comfort.
14 April 2025
My Aunt has settled well into Lauder Lodge. Her room is bright and looks out onto the secure garden where she likes to watch the birds & see the flowers come to life. All the staff are very helpful, caring, and very friendly both to my Aunt and her visitors. The staff keep in contact if she has had a fall, had an appointment with the dentist or seen the nurse. There are a variety of activities planned each day which the residents can pick to join in. The music activities always seem to be very popular. The only comment that my Aunt has is that the menu could be more varied. Recently the dinner menu was either curry or spicy bean burger but no plain option, for anyone who isn't good with spicy food.
10 April 2025
I have been extremely happy with the staff and conditions and how my mother is being looked after.
10 April 2025
I came to Lauder Lodge in the middle of January this year 2025. During the two months, I have found all the staff, including the carers and domestics staff always ready to help and so willing. The standards here are very high. The laundry is washed promptly and well ironed. The rooms are well maintained and the menu offer a great variety. There is a real atmosphere of friendliness and loveliness. Those who visit me are also struck by the friendliness of the carers they meet at Lauder Lodge.
20 February 2025
My mother is well cared for, and I feel that she is very safe in Lauder Lodge. Staff will keep us updated if she falls or is unwell. The staff are very kind and caring towards her, and she likes them very much. It has been difficult for her to move from her own home to the care home, and she is still not completely settled. The rooms are very small. Her mobility has deteriorated since moving there, she spends a lot of time sitting in a chair despite the staff encouraging her to move. Hopefully, when the weather gets better, she will be able to enjoy the garden and terrace and feel more at home. I feel that the food in the home, while delicious, could be more balanced with more salads, fruit and greens. She has put on weight, and her diabetes, which was in remission and was managed through diet for 20 years, has now become an issue, and she requires medication. I'm sure the kitchen would accommodate any requests from her, but she doesn't ask. A lower sugar menu and healthier snacks would be good to see
14 February 2025
Overall very good, in particular the nursing care. What could be improved is the time my mum sometimes has to wait for assistance after she presses her call button. This can cause frustration, particularly if she needs to go to the bathroom, as she doesn't want to have an accident. This has led to her trying to go to the bathroom unaided and as a result she's fallen on more than one occasion. This is a safety concern. Another issue is the food, it's often quite high fat and I'd like to see more healthy options e.g. fruit, veg, salad. My mum's type 2 diabetes has returned since she's been in the home as she's eating far more sugar.
30 January 2025
Management and care staff are very pleasant and helpful. From day one, seemingly cordial and cooperative with one another. There are many appreciative comments about catering and quality of food. My one query was - until today - was it really necessary to communicate everything through our first contact with a specific manager (who gained our appreciation and trust) rather than go directly to the relevant floor manager. It seemed, perhaps, to add to unnecessary communication stresses for those involved, though I was never given to feel that. Congratulations! Today, I know that as from January 2025, certain tasks will change. Thank you for the sense of welcome extended each day in Lauder Lodge.
30 December 2024
I recently visited Lauder Lodge with my friend to see her lovely Dad. As soon as I stepped into the building, I could feel the warmth and love. We were immediately greeted, my friend by name, at reception. Every member of staff we saw on the way met us with a smile and friendly greeting - many stopping to ask my friend how she was. The building was cosy and clean and the ethos was enabling and positive. I was very impressed by the cafe, a lovely place to spend time with family. Lauder Lodge, and their wonderful, hard-working staff, are a credit to the company. I have told my family to book my room now!
28 December 2024
Any time I have visited I felt very much at home and staff members have been extremely friendly. The rooms are bright and en-suites are roomy. The botanic garden cafe is very popular and a beautiful place to relax with a resident. The standard of food is excellent. The dining rooms are small and not too noisy. The activity room looks interesting and the residents seem to enjoy the gatherings there. As a visitor, I think the cinema is a huge bonus to have on site and the standard of technology is of a very high standard. Having seen trolleys of laundry being returned to the rooms, it is beautifully folded and ironed. As far as I can see, all the residents are very content and happy.
21 November 2024
My dad has been a resident at Lauder Lodge for 18 months. He is very settled in their care. His physical and emotional care is of a very high standard and staff are always responsive to any concerns or requests that we make. Although social activities cater in the main for the majority female resident group, there has been an excellent outing for some gentlemen residents to a golf driving range which Dad greatly enjoyed. Without exception, Dad is treated with courtesy and care by all carers. E.g. whenever he returns to his room from an outing or visits the cafe, he is greeted warmly with a "Welcome back!" Lauder Lodge is a lovely, well-maintained building. Dad's room has all he needs. Most importantly, he feels safe in their care and we all appreciate that immensely.
20 November 2024
Visiting my friend, staff are very friendly and helpful. Keen to assist where they can.
18 November 2024
I had a lovely warm welcome on my visit to Lauder Lodge. Staff are very friendly and attentive. My aunt really enjoys living in Lauder Lodge and it's so reassuring to see her settled and happy. I'm looking forward to visiting again after the new year.
14 November 2024
Friendly welcome on entry and also from all staff on the floor. The staff areapproachable and home has a good vibe. Residents are well cared for and staff try their best to meet their needs in a timely way. Menu options are good and different needs are catered for. Cafe for residents and visitors is well-supplied Lauder Lodge has well-kept outside gardens which are accessible to all residents and visitors. My mother is being well looked after.
09 October 2024
Sadly they don't accept authority funding: have a lawyer read over the contract! Care UK was taken to task in England about this but haven't had their knuckles wrapped by the Scottish Authorities yet. They don't offer any more than basic care for dementia despite promises on the website and published info. Lots of lovely promises on admission to the home that never come to pass once money is handed over. Some staff are wonderful, others need consistent supervision by the floor managers: the same as any nursing home out there, but it looks pretty. It's a business and the management runs it like one. they will try to move your relative out of the home when their health declines, keep this in mind if you are wanting a lifelong place for them to live. After chatting to other relatives we are all having similar issues.