Guthrie House Care Home

12 Lasswade Road, Edinburgh EH16 6RZ
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9.5 52 Reviews
  • Guthrie House Care Home, Edinburgh
Guthrie House Care Home is located in Edinburgh's Liberton area and is close to shops, amenities, public transport and the A720 city bypass. Cameron Toll Shopping Centre is less than one mile away.

This brand new purpose built home has been tastefully decorated to a high standard and offers accommodation in single occupancy rooms, all of which are with en-suite facilities.

Guthrie House provides TV lounges, quiet sitting rooms and secure enclosed gardens for residents to relax and enjoy. Separate dining rooms, where residents can socialise at meal times, are also available. Traditional home cooking using fresh produce is served.

Residents may benefit from the regular visits made to the home by an experienced hair stylist and qualified chiropodist. The home can also arrange for complementary therapies for residents.

The home employs an activities therapist that co-ordinates a varied programme for residents.

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Care Provided by Guthrie House Care Home

  • Primary Care Categories
  • Dementia
  • Older Person Care
  • Care Types Provided
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Nursing Care
  • For a maximum of 88 Service Users
  • Privately Owned
  • Care Offered
  • AIDS/HIV
  • Alcohol Dependence (past or present)
  • Alzheimer's
  • Bariatric Care/Obesity
  • Bipolar/Manic Depression
  • Cancer Care
  • Cerebral Palsy
  • Colitis & Crohn's Disease
  • Epilepsy
  • Hearing Impairment
  • Huntington's Disease
  • Motor Neurone Disease
  • Multiple Sclerosis
  • Muscular Dystrophy
  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Prader-Willi Syndrome
  • Schizophrenia
  • Speech Impairment
  • Stroke
  • Visual Impairment
  • Other Care Provided
  • Convalescent Care
  • Own GP if required
  • Palliative Care
  • Separate Specialist Dementia Care Unit

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Shirley Ramsay (Manager)
  • Admission Criteria
    • Ages 65+
  • Room Information
    • Single Rooms (88)
    • Couples/Companion Rooms (0)
    • Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (85)
  • Care Home Design/Build
    • Purpose Built: Yes
    • Number of floors: 3

Funding & Fees Guide for Guthrie House Care Home

  • Funding Types Accepted
  • Self funding (Private)
  • Local Authority with Top-Up
  • Local Authority
  • NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) Funding

Facilities

  • Close to Local shops
  • Gardens
  • Lift
  • Minibus or other transport
  • Near Public Transport
  • Own Furniture if required
  • Residents Internet Access
  • Smoking not permitted
  • Television point in own room
  • Wheelchair Access

Guthrie House Care Home Reviews (52)

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Guthrie House Care Home has a Review Score of 9.5 (9.499) out of 10, based on 18 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Guthrie House Care Home has 52 reviews.

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Review from Audrey L (Daughter of Resident) published on 16 June 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother came to the care home March 2021 was made extremely welcome, staff are absolutely lovely and friendly they seem like one big family. They keep the family informed on mums care. Nothing seems to be a problem for them, mum has settled in extremely well. She has been to art classes pictures,
etc. Five star plus.

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Review from Betty C (Sister of Resident) published on 16 June 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Care in this home is far superior than previous care home. Staff interact with my brother and it is altogether a much happier place. Thank you to the amazing staff.

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Review from Angela H (Daughter of Resident) published on 18 January 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I would like to take the time the thank Guthrie House as a care home for the outstanding care and attention they have given my mum and all the other residents. It’s hard enough not seeing her for over 10-months, but knowing most of the staff and management, I feel content that she is cared for. The
staff are compassionate caregivers. Management keeps relatives informed on all issues. We have regular Zoom meetings. The staff and admin have worked tirelessly throughout this horrible pandemic always with a smile on there faces. They maybe haven’t got the praise they should have from the government, but know I for one am very grateful to you all. Christmas was especially wonderful for the residents and relatives with lovely cards sent and a beautiful Xmas tree in the garden. Staff singing carols to the residents was an absolute joy to watch on social media. Thank from the bottom of my heart. 100% recommendation!

Reply from Olivia Shields, Marketing Assistant at Guthrie House Care Home

Thank you, Angela, we always appreciate individuals taking the time to give their feedback and we are very pleased to hear that your experience at Guthrie House Care Home was so positive. All of our team are committed to providing the best possible care experience for all of our residents and it is very rewarding to have their efforts recognised.


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Review from Lesley E (Daughter of Resident) published on 11 January 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

The staff in Guthrie House are dedicated to providing first-class care and understanding, dealing with various individuals with numerous disabilities and conditions, and I would like to thank them all for their outstanding work and care they provide on a daily basis.

Reply from Kristen Fitzgerald, Marketing Assistant at Guthrie House Care Home

Thank you, Lesley, for your comments about your recent experience at Guthrie House Care Home. Our residents’ wellbeing is our main priority and it is great to hear that you were so pleased with the quality of our care.


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Review from Fiona F (Daughter of Resident) published on 11 January 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Cannot praise the staff enough for the care they have given Mum over the past few years. This last year has been particularly hard going for everyone at the home and we have total admiration for how well staff have managed. We know Mum is well looked after and the cheery and friendly staff contact ourselves
regularly with updates. Thank you!

Reply from Kristen Fitzgerald, Marketing Assistant at Guthrie House Care Home

Thank you, Fiona, for your feedback following your recent experience at our home. We are happy to learn it has been a positive one. We appreciate you taking the time to let us know how we are doing. Have a wonderful day.


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Review from Susan I (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 11 January 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother in law has vascular and Alzheimer's dementia. Unfortunately, this meant she needed full-time care. We tried for 6 years to promote her independence in her own home but the time came when this was impossible. Guthrie House has been brilliant from day one. Mum in law is very challenging and
the staff are understanding and treat her with respect and dignity even when she is difficult. We are most satisfied as we know she is clean, fed, warm and of course safe. This has given us huge peace of mind, especially as we stay in Glasgow. Guthrie House isn't a palace by any means but the warmth and beating heart are the caring staff who work there. Thank you to all the nurses and carers, we are extremely grateful.

Reply from Kristen Fitzgerald, Marketing Assistant at Guthrie House Care Home

Thank you, Susan, we always appreciate individuals taking the time to give their feedback and we are very pleased to hear that your experience at Guthrie House Care Home was so positive. All of our staff are committed to providing the best possible care experience for all of our residents and it is very rewarding to have their efforts recognised.


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Review from A H (Daughter of Resident) published on 3 July 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

June 2020 - covid 19 - cannot thank the staff and management enough for looking after my mum. Care is 100%, communication is 100%, friendliness and helpfulness is 100%. This care home is such a good standard, and I feel involved. Thank you, Guthrie House. PS, two carers, in particular, are amazing.

Reply from Olivia Shields, Marketing Assistant at Guthrie House Care Home

Thank you, we always appreciate individuals taking the time to give their feedback and we are very pleased to hear that your experience at Guthrie House Care Home has been so positive. All of our staff are committed to providing the best possible care experience for all of our residents and it is very rewarding to have their efforts recognised.


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Review from M W (Daughter of Resident) published on 10 January 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

New resident, but everything has been very good so far.

Reply from Olivia Shields, Marketing Assistant at Guthrie House Care Home

Thank you, Marita, for sharing your recent experience of our home. We are pleased that it has been so positive. Have a fantastic day.


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Review from Christine H (Resident) assisted by family/friend published on 21 October 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I was extremely comfortable and cared for in my own room. I had my own toilet and sink.
The nurses were kind and caring and nice to talk to. My daughter was allowed to visit me at any time.

Reply from Jasmine Bracken, Marketing Administrator at Guthrie House Care Home

Thank you, Christine, for your comments about your recent experience at Guthrie House Care Home. Our residents’ wellbeing is our main priority and it is great to hear that you were so pleased with the quality of our care.


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Review from Catherine H (Daughter of Resident) published on 18 February 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

As a family, we are happy to see our mum taking part in activities and we feel safer knowing that she is being well cared for and the staff are really helpful and try to help her (and us) as much as they do.

Reply from Ronnie Cavanagh, Marketing at Guthrie House Care Home

Thank you, Catherine, for letting us know how we are doing at Guthrie House Care Home. The care and wellbeing of every resident is our number one priority and it is rewarding to have such positive feedback about how we are doing.


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Review from L H (Daughter of Resident) published on 6 September 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

My short experience with Guthrie House has been an excellent one.
The staff are special human beings, so passionate and dedicated to what they do - providing excellent care to the residents.
An excellent establishment backed by a strong, active management team.

Reply from Ronnie Cavanagh, Marketing at Guthrie House Care Home

Thank you for letting us know how we are doing at Guthrie House Care Home. The care and wellbeing of every resident is our number one priority and it is rewarding to have such positive feedback about how we are doing.


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Review from Paul S (Friend of Resident) published on 17 October 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I would like to take this opportunity to thank the staff of the ground floor at Guthrie House, for looking after my friend whilst she was with you as an emergency admission from home, before being transferred to another nursing home where she awaited a bed. Particular thanks to the Deputy Manager for
his visit to the house and his kind, caring manner. The family and I are eternally grateful for the help given during those difficult few weeks. I would recommend Guthrie House to anyone who requires nursing home care.

Reply from Ronnie Cavanagh, Digital Marketing Executive at Guthrie House Care Home

Thank you, Paul, for your comments about your recent experience at Guthrie House Care Home. Our residents’ wellbeing is our main priority and it is great to hear that you were so pleased with the quality of our care.


All of our staff are committed to providing the best possible care experience for all of our residents and it is very rewarding to have their efforts recognised.


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Current Review Score: 9.5 (9.499)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.5 (9.499) out of 10 for Guthrie House Care Home 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 18 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.9 out of 5 from 16 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 4.590 for Guthrie House Care Home is calculated as follows: ( (157 Excellents x 5) + (32 Goods x 4) + (12 Satisfactorys x 3) + (6 Poors x 2) + (3 Very Poors x 1) ) ÷ 210 Ratings = 4.59

  • 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 4.909 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Guthrie House Care Home is based on 16 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 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 4

    • 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 88 registered maximum number of service users is 17.6. 16 Positive Reviews ÷ 17.6 = 0.909

  • 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: 9 May 2024

How well do we support people's wellbeing? Good

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How good is our leadership? Good

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How good is our staff team? Good

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How good is our setting? Adequate

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How well is care and support planned? Good

(4)

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

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Shirley

Shirley Ramsey

Job Title: Home Manager

Joined: 2024

With nearly 30 years of leadership in health and social care, Shirley Ramsay is dedicated to providing exceptional person-centred care and empowering her staff to achieve positive outcomes. Her extensive experience includes pivotal roles at Leonard Cheshire, Scottish Autism, and ELCAP, where she consistently achieved top ratings from the Care Inspectorate.


Since joining Guthrie House in April, she has been inspired by the talented and dedicated team. Shirley holds numerous qualifications, including an SVQ 4 in Health and Social Care and is an intermediate trainer in Positive Behavioural Support.


Passionate about outdoor activities, Shirley enjoys swimming, kayaking, jogging, and spending time with her family and friends.


Her greatest pride is her two incredible daughters.


Shirley believes choosing a care home should involve support, transparency, and kindness. She thrives on the diverse challenges of her role and the opportunity to make a positive difference in the lives of residents and their families.