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Duffus Road, Elgin, IV30 5JG
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16 March 2026
Staff are brilliant and made welcome on arrival! Debbie at the front desk was very polite on arrival and Madison took us directly to the resident which was nice. Staff showed us about and the facilities are very nice
16 March 2026
Grandad looks like he's in great health! He seems to have on and off days but that isn't down to the staff. The other residents seem very happy. Debbie at the front office was very polite and welcoming, love the decor of the high ceilings, feel sorry for your heating bill. Comfy waiting area chairs.
Only recommendation would be a little fresh linen diffuser to set the tone of your welcoming. Response time to the bell was superb, Debbie 100m trackstar. I think coffee machine in the waiting area would be a lovely idea. A/C required in laundry area, mood lighting is optional.
11 March 2026
She is very happy in her care home. Staff are brilliant with her. They treat her as a friend. She enjoys their company and that of the other residents.
05 March 2026
Spynie to me is a warmhearted, kind and homely place. I have every confidence in their care of my husband, and the staff have shown care and kindness both to me and to wider family. To me it is noticeable that staff relationships are warm and friendly and there is an air of calmness and things being
under control. All of the staff impress me but maybe I could mention the laundry and domestic staff and the Activities organisers who add so much to the wellbeing of residents.
03 March 2026
Staff- Every time I'm there I am aware of the care. Not simply what residents need, but they don't miss a chance to be pleasant. Hello in passing, stop for a chat when they have time. I am informed of incidents and get explanations knowing GP and/or nurse has checked her over and she will be
monitored and kept safe, kept clean, tidy, comfy, warm. Very positive, smiling staff providing events music socalising, trying new things, one to one or in groups. Asked for opinions for future activities. I have a very high opinion of this care home and recommend it to others. I am glad she's there being looked after with respect from all.
23 February 2026
Spynie Care Home has undergone a truly positive transformation since being taken over by manager Jamie. From the very beginning, it has been clear that Jamie is doing an amazing job, and the improvements are evident throughout the home. There is a noticeable difference in the overall atmosphere -
the place feels lighter, more welcoming, and filled with a renewed sense of positivity and care. Staff morale appears higher, and there is a strong feeling of leadership, commitment, and pride in the home. It's reassuring to see such dedication to both residents and staff, and it gives real confidence in the direction the care home is heading. I am genuinely looking forward to seeing Jamie's plans and vision for Spynie Care Home come to life in the future, as the changes so far have been extremely encouraging.
28 January 2026
All the staff are friendly and helpful. If we need anything the girls respond quickly and positively. It is a very positive helpful environment. I have been visiting my relative here for over a year although there is a change in management transition was good.
28 January 2026
Very happy with my father's care, welcoming and very pleasant to chat too, very satisfied with the care and kindness my father receives, would definitely recommend this care home to anyone looking into residential care
09 September 2024
Had family up to see Mum and sat outside in the garden, the weather was very nice. The staff was more than happy to help Mum with her meal. The staff offered drinks for us and the kids, really friendly and helpful. The kids enjoyed their experience seeing Gran for the first time since she moved.
Very happy and happy and friendly staff. Can't fault anyone.
02 November 2023
My father has been a resident for the past 17 months and has received the very best of care that can be provided. We receive telephone updates if we are unable to visit for a lengthy period. Overall, we are very satisfied with his care package and cannot thank all the staff for their dedication and
professionalism. Thank you.
12 October 2023
Always a warm welcome on arrivals, all staff speak when I pass. My brother always looks very looked-after. Clothes immaculate. I have no negative remarks. My brother enjoys all his meals.
10 October 2023
Neighbours and friends visiting were put off by scruffy gutters, the untended courtyard and pre-developed land on the road to the care home, but I think this is very daft snobbishness! The care is great and the team of carers, especially the younger women and men, are clearly supporting each other
to stay cool in frequently stressful situations and are always kind to my mum. The older members of the staff team seem to get more frustrated and attached to particular outcomes, but I am glad they are well outnumbered!
06 October 2023
This care home is first-class.
My dad is so well looked after, the care is so good and the love is there all day long.
20 November 2020
From the start, the manager and her staff were extremely professional, informative, caring and proactive. Their communication with me regarding my father has been excellent, and at my visits, there has always been a lovely 'banter' and an emphasis on respecting his wishes and dignity. Due to COVID,
I can't comment on features such as activities, but Spynie always looks clean and cared for. The sadness of seeing my father decline is eased by the reassurance he is in kind and caring hands. Huge congratulations to the team for turning around Spynie's fortunes.
17 November 2020
I visited my partner at Spynie Care Home yesterday. He moved on the 18th August to be 10 minutes from his daughter as we could not find a care home near our home up to the standard and value of Spynie. I am very happy at how he has settled despite his health issues - dementia. Because of covid19, I
was unable to see his room or any of the facilities and activities available. I was aproned/masked/well hand washed before my partner was brought in. He was well dressed, clean, comfortable and by all accounts eating well. Staff have a very good rapport with residents. I was dreading this 1st visit, but have a huge sense of relief that my partner is in good, caring hands under a very professional manager.
09 October 2020
I went to visit my father using social distancing. It went very well, and the layout was prepared well. My dad did look unwell, and I was worried about how thin he looked. I understand that the staff can't make him eat. He has complained in the past about the food being cold, so I'm not sure if he
isn't eating due to that or if he has lost his appetite. It's reassuring that he is being looked after.
15 September 2020
Staff are very friendly, compassionate and professional. Every time I visit, my father is happy and well cared for, and when I leave, I am happy in my heart knowing he is in the best place in an almost family environment. A big well done and thank you to all the staff for their dedication.
09 March 2020
The staff show great patience even when explaining things to residents for the hundredth time!
They have a lot of (essential) paperwork to keep on top of.
I just hope that I can keep working enough beyond 70 to finance my mother's stay!
05 February 2020
The home has staff issues, but in general, my mother is well looked after. I am aware that some managers do not liaise with the staff as I would do as an ex-company director.
17 December 2019
I have found all the staff and management to be very helpful and caring.
My dad is being well looked after.
Latest Reviews for Spynie Care Home
16 March 2026
Staff are brilliant and made welcome on arrival! Debbie at the front desk was very polite on arrival and Madison took us directly to the resident which was nice. Staff showed us about and the facilities are very nice
16 March 2026
Grandad looks like he's in great health! He seems to have on and off days but that isn't down to the staff. The other residents seem very happy. Debbie at the front office was very polite and welcoming, love the decor of the high ceilings, feel sorry for your heating bill. Comfy waiting area chairs.
Only recommendation would be a little fresh linen diffuser to set the tone of your welcoming. Response time to the bell was superb, Debbie 100m trackstar. I think coffee machine in the waiting area would be a lovely idea. A/C required in laundry area, mood lighting is optional.
11 March 2026
She is very happy in her care home. Staff are brilliant with her. They treat her as a friend. She enjoys their company and that of the other residents.
05 March 2026
Spynie to me is a warmhearted, kind and homely place. I have every confidence in their care of my husband, and the staff have shown care and kindness both to me and to wider family. To me it is noticeable that staff relationships are warm and friendly and there is an air of calmness and things being
under control. All of the staff impress me but maybe I could mention the laundry and domestic staff and the Activities organisers who add so much to the wellbeing of residents.
03 March 2026
Staff- Every time I'm there I am aware of the care. Not simply what residents need, but they don't miss a chance to be pleasant. Hello in passing, stop for a chat when they have time. I am informed of incidents and get explanations knowing GP and/or nurse has checked her over and she will be
monitored and kept safe, kept clean, tidy, comfy, warm. Very positive, smiling staff providing events music socalising, trying new things, one to one or in groups. Asked for opinions for future activities. I have a very high opinion of this care home and recommend it to others. I am glad she's there being looked after with respect from all.
23 February 2026
Spynie Care Home has undergone a truly positive transformation since being taken over by manager Jamie. From the very beginning, it has been clear that Jamie is doing an amazing job, and the improvements are evident throughout the home. There is a noticeable difference in the overall atmosphere -
the place feels lighter, more welcoming, and filled with a renewed sense of positivity and care. Staff morale appears higher, and there is a strong feeling of leadership, commitment, and pride in the home. It's reassuring to see such dedication to both residents and staff, and it gives real confidence in the direction the care home is heading. I am genuinely looking forward to seeing Jamie's plans and vision for Spynie Care Home come to life in the future, as the changes so far have been extremely encouraging.
28 January 2026
All the staff are friendly and helpful. If we need anything the girls respond quickly and positively. It is a very positive helpful environment. I have been visiting my relative here for over a year although there is a change in management transition was good.
28 January 2026
Very happy with my father's care, welcoming and very pleasant to chat too, very satisfied with the care and kindness my father receives, would definitely recommend this care home to anyone looking into residential care
09 September 2024
Had family up to see Mum and sat outside in the garden, the weather was very nice. The staff was more than happy to help Mum with her meal. The staff offered drinks for us and the kids, really friendly and helpful. The kids enjoyed their experience seeing Gran for the first time since she moved.
Very happy and happy and friendly staff. Can't fault anyone.
02 November 2023
My father has been a resident for the past 17 months and has received the very best of care that can be provided. We receive telephone updates if we are unable to visit for a lengthy period. Overall, we are very satisfied with his care package and cannot thank all the staff for their dedication and
professionalism. Thank you.
12 October 2023
Always a warm welcome on arrivals, all staff speak when I pass. My brother always looks very looked-after. Clothes immaculate. I have no negative remarks. My brother enjoys all his meals.
10 October 2023
Neighbours and friends visiting were put off by scruffy gutters, the untended courtyard and pre-developed land on the road to the care home, but I think this is very daft snobbishness! The care is great and the team of carers, especially the younger women and men, are clearly supporting each other
to stay cool in frequently stressful situations and are always kind to my mum. The older members of the staff team seem to get more frustrated and attached to particular outcomes, but I am glad they are well outnumbered!
06 October 2023
This care home is first-class.
My dad is so well looked after, the care is so good and the love is there all day long.
20 November 2020
From the start, the manager and her staff were extremely professional, informative, caring and proactive. Their communication with me regarding my father has been excellent, and at my visits, there has always been a lovely 'banter' and an emphasis on respecting his wishes and dignity. Due to COVID,
I can't comment on features such as activities, but Spynie always looks clean and cared for. The sadness of seeing my father decline is eased by the reassurance he is in kind and caring hands. Huge congratulations to the team for turning around Spynie's fortunes.
17 November 2020
I visited my partner at Spynie Care Home yesterday. He moved on the 18th August to be 10 minutes from his daughter as we could not find a care home near our home up to the standard and value of Spynie. I am very happy at how he has settled despite his health issues - dementia. Because of covid19, I
was unable to see his room or any of the facilities and activities available. I was aproned/masked/well hand washed before my partner was brought in. He was well dressed, clean, comfortable and by all accounts eating well. Staff have a very good rapport with residents. I was dreading this 1st visit, but have a huge sense of relief that my partner is in good, caring hands under a very professional manager.
09 October 2020
I went to visit my father using social distancing. It went very well, and the layout was prepared well. My dad did look unwell, and I was worried about how thin he looked. I understand that the staff can't make him eat. He has complained in the past about the food being cold, so I'm not sure if he
isn't eating due to that or if he has lost his appetite. It's reassuring that he is being looked after.
15 September 2020
Staff are very friendly, compassionate and professional. Every time I visit, my father is happy and well cared for, and when I leave, I am happy in my heart knowing he is in the best place in an almost family environment. A big well done and thank you to all the staff for their dedication.
09 March 2020
The staff show great patience even when explaining things to residents for the hundredth time!
They have a lot of (essential) paperwork to keep on top of.
I just hope that I can keep working enough beyond 70 to finance my mother's stay!
05 February 2020
The home has staff issues, but in general, my mother is well looked after. I am aware that some managers do not liaise with the staff as I would do as an ex-company director.
17 December 2019
I have found all the staff and management to be very helpful and caring.
My dad is being well looked after.