Nursing Homes in Edinburgh

Being the capital city of Scotland, those needing nursing homes in Edinburgh are well catered for. Edinburgh is home to around 65 nursing homes that provide the population of almost 800,000 with the highest standard of care. Listed are some of the nursing homes in Edinburgh and the Lothian’s.

Abercorn Nursing Home

Not many nursing homes in Edinburgh can lay claim to being under the management of a registered nurse with over 34 years’ experience, Abercorn Nursing home is one that can. The committed and caring team offer a high standard of care to 22 residents with old age, physical disability and sensory impairment.

Abercorn is registered with the Scottish Commission for the Regulation of Care meaning constantly high levels of care at all times. There are 12 single rooms and five double rooms all with en- suite bathroom and residents are encouraged to bring personal items from home to furnish homes. The home endeavours to provide a warm and friendly atmosphere and residents can participate in the delivery of their care. Residents and family members are all invited to provide feedback to continue to improve the all-round level of care.

Braid Hills Nursing Homes

Braid Hills is managed under the BUPA group of nursing homes which is guaranteed to provide the highest levels of care possible. The home practices a variety of care to with elderly, respite and residential services covering conditions such as Parkinson`s disease and people with physical disability.  BUPA`s investment in the home has allowed for renovation and modernisation of it facilities to improve care and services on offer to the local community. Braid Hills has rooms to house 126 residents each room has access to en-suite and necessary facilities to promote independent living.  The gardens of the home and residents kitchenette also allow guests of the home to retain a sense of freedom.

Pentland Hill Nursing Home

With an ever rising elderly population, nursing homes in Edinburgh are in constant demand, Pentland Hill can provide 24 care to 120 residents suffering from Dementia and Alzheimer`s.  The home has and ideal location in a quiet residential area which is close to local amenities and public transport.  Care is delivered to the highest level with six languages spoken throughout the home:

• English
• Dutch
• Spanish
• Polish
• French
• Arabic

Residents can bring items from home to furnish rooms to make that unique and comforting; this can be beneficial to those that struggle to settle in to new surroundings.

Viewpark Care Home

Viewhill Care Home offers people looking for nursing homes in Edinburgh the chance to receive expert care in a home registered with the Scottish Commission for the Regulation of Care. Staff and carers are on duty 24 hours a day to assist residents with all aspects of daily living, they can also help with daily basics for those that do not have the ability to do so. Chefs, laundry staff and domestics are all present throughout the day to ensure a smooth high level of care.