Auchtercrag Care Home / Auchmacoy Lodge

Commercial Road, Ellon AB41 9BD
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  • Auchtercrag Care Home / Auchmacoy Lodge, Ellon
Meallmore’s Auchtercrag House Care Home and Auchmacoy Lodge are situated in the picturesque town of Ellon, Aberdeenshire.

The team provides high-quality personalised nursing care for elderly people, including those with dementia and its related conditions. The home offers fully-furnished bedrooms finished to the highest standard.

There is also some of the latest technology to ensure the safety, well-being and mobility of residents while allowing them to retain as much independence as possible.

Auchmacoy Lodge offers an exclusive selection of luxury accommodation, finished to an exceptional standard, coupled with excellent care standards. Auchmacoy Lodge comprises of 8 generously sized, en suite bedrooms, featuring walk-in showers and modern conveniences including flat-screen smart tv’s, internet and phone access.

There is a spacious living area to relax and dine in and a well-stocked library to enjoy some peace and quiet. There is a stylish hairdressing and beauty salon and a therapeutic assisted bathroom.

The team of professional and experienced registered nurses and care workers are committed to developing a relaxed and happy home.

Residents can take part in a variety of activities that can be tailored to their needs to ensure they can socialise and continue to enjoy hobbies.

Landscaped gardens are safe, secure and easily accessible, providing an attractive area to sit and relax or enjoy a spot of gardening.

As part of the Meallmore Group, Auchtercrag House & Auchmacoy Lodge follows rigorous infection control procedures in line with the latest public health guidance.

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Care Provided by Auchtercrag Care Home / Auchmacoy Lodge

  • Primary Care Categories
  • Dementia
  • No Medical Intervention
  • Older Person Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Respite Care
  • Sensory Impairment
  • Care Types Provided
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 71 Service Users
  • Privately Owned
  • Care Offered
  • Alzheimer's
  • Cancer Care
  • Colitis & Crohn's Disease
  • Epilepsy
  • Head/Brain Injury
  • Hearing Impairment
  • Orthopaedic
  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Speech Impairment
  • Stroke
  • Visual Impairment
  • Other Care Provided
  • Convalescent Care
  • Day Care
  • Independent Living Training
  • Own GP if required
  • Palliative Care
  • Separate Specialist Dementia Care Unit

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Julie-Anne Thomson (Interim Home Manager)
  • Admission Criteria
    • Ages 60+
  • Room Information
    • Single Rooms (71)
    • Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (71)
  • Care Home Design/Build
    • Purpose Built: Yes
    • Last Refurbishment: 2009

Funding & Fees Guide for Auchtercrag Care Home / Auchmacoy Lodge

  • Funding Types Accepted
  • Self funding (Private)
  • Local Authority with Top-Up
  • Local Authority
  • NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) Funding
  • Weekly Charges per Person
    • Self-Funded Residential Care from £1,700
    • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care from £1,700
    • Self-Funded Nursing Care from £1,700
    • Self-Funded Nursing Dementia Care from £1,701
    • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Care from £1,700
    • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care from £1,700
    • RESPITE Self-Funded Nursing Care from £1,700
    • RESPITE Self-Funded Nursing Dementia Care from £1,700

  • Please get in touch for the latest information on fees.
  • (these prices are only a guideline, please contact Auchtercrag Care Home / Auchmacoy Lodge to find out the exact price for your requirements)

Facilities

  • Close to Local shops
  • Gardens
  • Lift
  • Minibus or other transport
  • Near Public Transport
  • Own Furniture if required
  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access
  • Residents Kitchenette
  • Smoking not permitted
  • Television point in own room
  • Wheelchair Access

Auchtercrag Care Home / Auchmacoy Lodge Reviews (22)

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8.7

Auchtercrag Care Home / Auchmacoy Lodge has a Review Score of 8.7 (8.657) out of 10, based on 7 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Auchtercrag Care Home / Auchmacoy Lodge has 22 reviews.

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Review from B W (Son of Resident) published on 13 May 2019
Submitted via Postal Card • Report

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

My mother has been a resident for just over 3 months. The family have been more than happy with the level of service and care she has received. Whilst visiting, we have noticed all the staff will willingly stop and discuss how my mother has settled in. When asked, my mother has nothing but good things
to say about the care staff.

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Review from Jim P (Resident) published on 26 July 2018
Submitted via Website • Report

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I have been in the care home for 8 months, I have no complaints. Since admission there has been an improvement in my general health. I manage to get out every day which is fine and it's good to get fresh air, it is easy for me to get into town and go to the shops.
I have made friendships with the
staff and get on well with them. I am happy in the home.

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Current Review Score: 8.7 (8.657)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 8.7 (8.657) out of 10 for Auchtercrag Care Home / Auchmacoy Lodge is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.6 out of 5 from 7 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.0 out of 5 from 6 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:

  • a) 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months.

    The Average Rating of 4.634 for Auchtercrag Care Home / Auchmacoy Lodge is calculated as follows: ( (58 Excellents x 5) + (18 Goods x 4) + (6 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 82 Ratings = 4.634

  • b) 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 4.023 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Auchtercrag Care Home / Auchmacoy Lodge is based on 6 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    • i) 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 = 3.6

    • ii) 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 71 registered maximum number of service users is 14.2. 6 Positive Reviews ÷ 14.2 = 0.423

  • When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.

  • If a Care Home does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

Performance

Care Inspectorate (CI) Rating

Date: 17 Dec 2024

How well do we support people's wellbeing? Weak

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How good is our leadership? Weak

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How good is our staff team? Weak

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How good is our setting? Adequate

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How well is care and support planned? Adequate

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Care Inspectorate is responsible for the registration and inspection of social care services in Scotland.

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Bed Vacancies

3 Bed Vacancies

posted 03 Mar 2025

Self Funding Residents


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Meet the Team (1)

Annabelle

Annabelle Rushforth

Job Title: Deputy Care Home Manager

With over 18 years of experience in care, I have dedicated my career to ensuring that residents receive the highest quality, person-centred support. Over the years, I have worked in various roles across the sector, allowing me to develop a deep understanding of what it takes to create a truly supportive and enriching care environment.


I hold a degree in Health and Social Care, and my passion lies in fostering a whole-home approach, where every team member plays a vital role in delivering exceptional care tailored to each resident’s unique needs. For me, care is about more than just meeting physical needs—it’s about creating a warm, engaging, and fulfilling environment where residents feel valued and at home.


Outside of work, I love getting creative with arts and crafts, and I always look for ways to bring creativity into the home, whether through activities with residents or adding those little personal touches that make a difference. I am proud to be part of the Auchtercrag team, where we strive every day to make a positive impact on the lives of those we care for.