Barchester Strachan House Care Home

93 Craigcrook Road, Edinburgh EH4 3PE
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9.8 73 Reviews
  • Barchester Strachan House Care Home, Edinburgh
Strachan House is situated near Craigcrook Castle and all the amenities of Edinburgh city centre. This purpose built home benefits from a high standard of decor, spacious courtyard, and beautifully landscaped gardens. The home provides first-class 24-hour nursing care alongside expert care for people with dementia in the dedicated Memory Lane unit. Care for people with MS, Parkinsons Disease and many other medical conditions is also provided.

A team of highly-qualified and attentive staff really focus on the individual needs of residents with a tailored care plan for each person. And their dedication can be seen across the board - in cooking, hospitality and regular music therapy sessions.

Services at Strachan House include daily activities, daily physiotherapy, visiting Health & Wellbeing therapists, on site hairdresser and visiting chiropodist.

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Care Provided by Barchester Strachan House Care Home

  • Primary Care Categories
  • Dementia
  • Mental Health Condition
  • 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 83 Service Users
  • Privately Owned
  • Care Offered
  • Alzheimer's
  • Bipolar/Manic Depression
  • Cancer Care
  • Head/Brain Injury
  • Hearing Impairment
  • Huntington's Disease
  • Multiple Sclerosis
  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Speech Impairment
  • Stroke
  • Visual Impairment
  • Other Care Provided
  • Convalescent Care
  • Own GP if required
  • Palliative Care
  • Physiotherapy
  • Separate Specialist Dementia Care Unit

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Frances Fisher (General Manager)
  • Admission Criteria
    • Segregated dementia unit
    • Ages 65+
  • Room Information
    • Single Rooms (83)
    • Couples/Companion Rooms (0)
    • Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (1)
  • Care Home Design/Build
    • Purpose Built: Yes
    • Last Refurbishment: 2004

Funding & Fees Guide for Barchester Strachan House Care Home

  • Funding Types Accepted
  • Self funding (Private)
  • Local Authority with Top-Up
  • Local Authority
  • NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) Funding
  • Weekly Charges per Person
    • Self-Funded Nursing Care from £2,007

  • This Weekly Fee rate is an indication only of a typical standard fee rate for a resident living in a standard, comfortable room. A final Weekly Fee rate will be confirmed once we have carried out a pre-admission needs assessment, which is required to fully understand the level of care and support required by each individual and to ensure that the care needs of the individual can be met by the Home.
  • (these prices are only a guideline, please contact Barchester Strachan House Care Home 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
  • Television point in own room
  • Wheelchair Access

Barchester Strachan House Care Home Reviews (73)

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9.8

Barchester Strachan House Care Home has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.845) out of 10, based on 20 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Barchester Strachan House Care Home has 73 reviews.

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Review from L G (Power of Attorney of Resident) published on 20 January 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The care home is very cosy, clean and comfortable. It's well-appointed and offers plenty of activities.
The meals are lovely and there is a very good variety. If we request a change in menu, it's never a problem. The staff are excellent, kind, caring and helpful.
Any issues are handled efficiently
and professionally.

Reply from Jane Longstaff, On behalf of Strachan House at Barchester Strachan House Care Home

Thank you for your review. We value all feedback as this helps us to improve our service where required. Thank you also for your positive comments regarding our home and team who work hard to deliver high standards of quality care at all times. I will pass on your feedback to the team.


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Review from D R (Son of Resident) published on 25 November 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The team are fantastic and it's obvious from all our interactions that my father's care and well-being are priority. We have complete confidence from the way the home is presented, the communications we receive and general helpfulness of everyone, that my father is very well cared for. He is happy which
is the best feedback we can give.

Reply from Jane Longstaff, On behalf of Strachan House at Barchester Strachan House Care Home

Thank you for your review. We value all feedback as this helps us to improve our service where required. Thank you also for your positive comments regarding our home and team who work hard to deliver high standards of quality care at all times. I will pass on your feedback to the team.


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Review from Carolyn C (Daughter of Resident) published on 6 November 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I would like to thank Barchester Strachan House Care Home, Edinburgh and the staff who care for my mum. The care she receives is exceptional. The home is warm, clean and inviting and the staff are very friendly and always smile when I visit. There are plenty of activities organised for the residents
and I've never heard my mum being bored. The care staff pay a lot of attention to detail and my mum's needs are always met with respect and dignity. Food is of good quality and if Mum fancies a glass of wine with her evening meal she gets it. I rate this care home very high. Nothing but a positive experience.

Reply from Jane Longstaff, On behalf of Strachan House at Barchester Strachan House Care Home

Thank you for your review. We value all feedback as this helps us to improve our service where required. Thank you also for your positive comments regarding our home and team who work hard to deliver high standards of quality care at all times. I will pass on your feedback to the team.


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Review from J N (Regular Volunteer) published on 6 November 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Barchester Strachan House Care Home is a comfortable, pleasant place. It's such a nice place to visit as everyone seems so relaxed. The staff are always cheerful and friendly and there's always something going on if people feel like joining in.
The garden is an enormous asset. It's so well designed
that every window has a lovely view.

Reply from Jane Longstaff, On behalf of Strachan House at Barchester Strachan House Care Home

Thank you for your review. We value all feedback as this helps us to improve our service where required. Thank you also for your positive comments regarding our home and team who work hard to deliver high standards of quality care at all times. I will pass on your feedback to the team.


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Review from Jenny B (Daughter of Resident) published on 20 September 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My father has been a resident in the Memory Lane section of Barchester Strachan House Care Home for three months now and is thriving despite his advanced dementia. He loves to spend time in the safely enclosed garden, enjoys the activities and is eating well. The staff are caring, kind and respectful,
engaging with the residents as individuals and always take time to discuss his needs and care with us. The management team is flexible, supportive and empathetic as we navigate this journey as a family and I really feel that he couldn't be in better hands.

Reply from Jane Longstaff, On behalf of Strachan House at Barchester Strachan House Care Home

Thank you for your review. We value all feedback as this helps us to improve our service where required. Thank you also for your positive comments regarding our home and team who work hard to deliver high standards of quality care at all times. I will pass on your feedback to the team.


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Review from Douglas M (Son of Resident) published on 21 August 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I have found Strachan House to be a very pleasant and welcoming home for my very elderly parents, both of whom entered Strachan House due to their Alzheimer's. Upon my Mother's death, I found the staff to be extremely sensitive and loving. Strachan House has caring staff led by a leadership team who
set a great example and encourage a down-to-earth approach to the care and well-being of the residents and concern for their families.

Reply from Jane Longstaff, On behalf of Strachan House at Barchester Strachan House Care Home

Thank you for your review. We value all feedback as this helps us to improve our service where required. Thank you also for your positive comments regarding our home and team, who work hard to deliver high standards of quality care at all times. I will pass on your feedback to the team.


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Review from Michelle L (Daughter of Resident) published on 7 August 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Barchester Strachan House Care Home sits in beautiful landscaped gardens, the design and furnishings high standard. You are met by delighted, welcoming, highly professional staff who go out of their way to provide the highest possible level of care, medical assistance, sophisticated as well as client-centred
entertainment and activity programmes for residents. A hair salon, physiotherapy centre, outstanding manageress, incredible chef providing most nutritious, varied, delicious menus all throughout the day. Since my father has moved to Strachan House, he has made so many great friendships, has been on fantastic outings, even to a golf course. Staff are devoted to providing the highest level of care and also the greatest degree of happiness and fulfilment for the residents, with an excellent manageress. Family of residents made so welcome. Dad is now living a sociable life again, with excellent health support. Cheerful staff dedicated to providing the highest standard of care and happiness.

Reply from Jane Longstaff, Divisional Sales and Marketing Manager – North at Barchester Strachan House Care Home

Thank you for your review. We value all feedback as this helps us to improve our service where required. Thank you also for your positive comments regarding our home and team who work hard to deliver high standards of quality care at all times. I will pass on your feedback to the team.


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Review from B F (Son of Resident) published on 14 June 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

It really makes you feel at ease to know your parent is being very well looked after. The carers always try to make the atmosphere as pleasant and relaxing as possible for the clients. In addition, there is always a varied choice at meal times to ensure you do not go hungry.

Reply from Jane Longstaff, Divisional Sales and Marketing Manager – North at Barchester Strachan House Care Home

Thank you for your review. We value all feedback as this helps us to improve our service where required. Thank you also for your positive comments regarding our home and team, who work hard to deliver high standards of quality care at all times. I will pass on your feedback to the team.


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Review from John F (Son of Resident) published on 14 June 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The staff are incredibly kind and caring to my father who is in the dementia area. My father needs constant attention, hygiene, and assistance with meals this is carried out with the minimum of fuss. Music seems to be the one thing that my father relates to, so it's good to see him happy and enjoying
himself at these moments.

Reply from Jane Longstaff, Divisional Sales and Marketing Manager – North at Barchester Strachan House Care Home

Thank you for your review. We value all feedback as this helps us to improve our service where required. Thank you also for your positive comments regarding our home and team, who work hard to deliver high standards of quality care at all times. I will pass on your feedback to the team.


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Review from Roddy A (Son of Resident) published on 5 June 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Strachan House is a wonderful care home. My mother is receiving the best attention from the staff in the home. They are so kind and caring. Nothing is too much trouble. Smiling happy staff give the home a real welcoming and friendly atmosphere.

Reply from Mark Shelton, CRM at Barchester Strachan House Care Home

Thank you for your review. We value all feedback as this helps us to improve our service where required. Thank you also for your positive comments regarding our home and team who work hard to deliver high standards of quality care at all times. I will pass on your feedback to the team.


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Review from L M (Daughter of Resident) published on 20 February 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My father has been at Barchester Strachan House Care Home for over four years and the care he has received has been excellent throughout. He is now in the dedicated dementia unit, Memory Lane, where he receives specialised care for Alzheimer's disease. Every single member of staff is excellent, caring,
warm and cheerful! Individual needs and interests are met and catered for. The home itself is warm, welcoming, clean and tidy. It has lovely, large gardens which allow residents to safely enjoy the outdoors. I have complete peace of mind knowing my father is being well cared for.

Reply from Jane Longstaff, Divisional Sales and Marketing Manager ' North at Barchester Strachan House Care Home

Thank you for your review. We value all feedback as this helps us to improve our service where required. Thank you also for your positive comments regarding our home and team who work hard to deliver high standards of quality care at all times. I will pass on your feedback to the team.


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Review from Allan M (Cousin of Resident) published on 16 February 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Undertook 6 monthly review with the acting deputy manager at the home. All done very professionally and compassionately.
All relevant issues were covered and a copy of the report emailed to me.
Overall, the care home seemed busy and with lots happening and a planned curriculum of events.

Reply from Jane Longstaff, Divisional Sales and Marketing Manager ' North at Barchester Strachan House Care Home

Thank you for your review. We value all feedback as this helps us to improve our service where required. Thank you also for your positive comments regarding our home and team who work hard to deliver high standards of quality care at all times. I will pass on your feedback to the team.


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Review from G H (Daughter of Resident) published on 16 February 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Mum has always been treated with dignity and respect, the whole team who work with my mum have got to know her needs and is always happy to try and make her as comfortable and happy as possible. The gardens are beautiful and the home is clean and very comfortable. I can honestly say that since Mum came
to Strachan House, I have slept soundly knowing that she is in safe hands. Thank you to your amazing team.

Reply from Jane Longstaff, Divisional Sales and Marketing Manager ' North at Barchester Strachan House Care Home

Thank you for your review. We value all feedback as this helps us to improve our service where required. Thank you also for your positive comments regarding our home and team, who work hard to deliver high standards of quality care at all times. I will pass on your feedback to the team.


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Review from Alistair F (Husband of Resident) published on 13 February 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My wife has been a resident in the dementia section of the home for the past 12 months. Over that period, all the natural fears and concerns that arise from placing a loved one in the full-time care of others have been resolved as a result of the exceptional care which she receives from all the staff.
The empathy, patience and professionalism that they show to all the residents, often in trying circumstances, is quite remarkable. It is a relief and pleasure to see my wife so happily settled and secure in her new surroundings. All the facilities and medical back-up provided by the home are first class and the whole team ensures that the operation runs smoothly and efficiently.

Reply from Jane Longstaff, Divisional Sales and Marketing Manager – North at Barchester Strachan House Care Home

Thank you for your review. We value all feedback as this helps us to improve our service where required. Thank you also for your positive comments regarding our home and team, who work hard to deliver high standards of quality care at all times. I will pass on your feedback to the team.


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Review from Jennifer D (Niece of Resident) published on 3 August 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Strachan House is set in beautiful grounds and inside this lovely home is nicely decorated, very comfortable and spotlessly clean. Without exception, all members of the team are kind, friendly, welcoming and above all, highly professional in their delivery of care. They take a genuine interest in the
individual residents and their families. I believe the culture of kindness and exceptional care is set by the manager who takes a keen interest in every aspect of the running of the home. Facilities are also excellent! Would recommend Strachan House to looking for the best care.

Reply from Jane Longstaff, Divisional Sales and Marketing Manager ' North at Barchester Strachan House Care Home

Thank you for your review. We value all feedback as this helps us to improve our service where required. Thank you also for your positive comments regarding our home and team, who work hard to deliver high standards of quality care at all times. I will pass on your feedback to the team.


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Review from Joan A (Wife of Resident) published on 8 June 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My husband was admitted six weeks ago and has received very good care. We find the staff caring, professional and patient. Strachan House and the whole staff all show concern for us both. The manager should be proud of how well his team, the whole team are doing. Thank you.

Reply from Jane Longstaff, Divisional Sales and Marketing Manager ' North at Barchester Strachan House Care Home

Thank you for your review. We value all feedback as this helps us to improve our service where required. Thank you also for your positive comments regarding our home and team who work hard to deliver high standards of quality care at all times. I will pass on your feedback to the team.


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Review from A B (Daughter of Resident) published on 5 June 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Strachan House Care Home is a lovely warm, friendly and caring home. My first impressions were very positive. All the staff are welcoming and cheerful. Mum enjoyed her two-week respite so much, she returned four days later as a permanent resident. She has made friends and enjoys taking part in the activities
and being looked after. There is always someone to chat to.

Reply from Jane Longstaff, Divisional Sales and Marketing Manager ' North at Barchester Strachan House Care Home

Thank you for your review. We value all feedback as this helps us to improve our service where required. Thank you also for your positive comments regarding our home and team, who work hard to deliver high standards of quality care at all times. I will pass on your feedback to the team.


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Review from Graeme M (Son of Resident) published on 23 May 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The care team at Strachan are excellent under the supervision of the manager, with lots of activities to help the residents and staff that are friendly and attentive, the setting of the property is also appealing with a lovely garden and a peaceful location.
The property being purpose-built is very
user friendly with all facilities in good condition, it exudes a homely atmosphere from the moment you come through the front door.
My mother's stay was sadly a short one, but I know that her time at Strachan was a happy one and my family appreciated the efforts of all the staff to make it that way.

Reply from Jane Longstaff, Divisional Sales and Marketing Manager ' North at Barchester Strachan House Care Home

Thank you for your review. We value all feedback as this helps us to improve our service where required. Thank you also for your positive comments regarding our home and team, who work hard to deliver high standards of quality care at all times. I will pass on your feedback to the team.


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Review from David (Husband of Resident) published on 18 May 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My wife, a former nurse with dementia experience, has lived cheerfully with vascular dementia for 6 yrs.
We needed a respite break and were pleased that Strachan House had space and was flexible about dates. We had looked around the home some 30 yrs ago and had since followed its fine reputation locally.
For 10 days my wife was happy with the kind friendship, and I was delighted to see the homely ambience and well-organized care she enjoyed.
I will not hesitate to seek another respite break at Strachan House. Occasional respite will help me to continue as sole carer for as long as possible. However, as we are both 81 and her dementia progresses, it is reassuring to know that permanent care may be available there in due course.

Reply from Jane Longstaff, Divisional Sales and Marketing Manager ' North at Barchester Strachan House Care Home

Thank you for your review. We value all feedback as this helps us to improve our service where required. Thank you also for your positive comments regarding our home and team, who work hard to deliver high standards of quality care at all times. I will pass on your feedback to the team.


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Review from Julie O (Wife of Resident) published on 10 April 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Wonderful care home. My husband has been coming here for respite care for the last few years and he absolutely loves it. Being very disabled and not able to do anything for himself he requires a high level of care. Not only does he get that here the staff also try to involve him in as many activities
as possible, which he really enjoys. I really can't praise Barchester Strachan House Care Home and staff highly enough. It is just so nice for me to be able to step back and get a well needed rest and know my husband is in safe hands and having a ball.

Reply from Jane Longstaff, Divisional Sales and Marketing Manager ' North at Barchester Strachan House Care Home

Thank you for your review. We value all feedback as this helps us to improve our service where required. Thank you also for your positive comments regarding our home and team, who work hard to deliver high standards of quality care at all times. I will pass on your feedback to the team.


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Current Review Score: 9.8 (9.845)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.8 (9.845) out of 10 for Barchester Strachan House Care Home is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.8 out of 5 from 20 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 20 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 4.845 for Barchester Strachan House Care Home is calculated as follows: ( (197 Excellents x 5) + (34 Goods x 4) + (1 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 232 Ratings = 4.845

  • 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 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Barchester Strachan House Care Home is based on 20 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 83 registered maximum number of service users is 16.6, which has been reached with 20 Positive reviews. Points = 1

  • 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 Jul 2024

How well do we support people's wellbeing? Very good

(5)
How good is our leadership? Very good

(5)
How good is our staff team? Very good

(5)
How good is our setting? Good

(4)
How well is care and support planned? Very good

(5)

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

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Frances

Frances Fisher

Job Title: General Manager

Hi, my name is Frances, and I am General Manager here at Strachan House Care Home. I look forward to welcoming you into our home.


Thank you for taking the time to look further into what Strachan House has to offer to you or your loved one.


Here is an opportunity to look at some of our staff team in the home, who all play a vital role in day-to-day life.


I have worked within the care home sector since 2010, even working as a student nurse at Strachan House at the very start of my career. I will bring a wealth of knowledge, skills and experience to the home.


Quality of care that all my residents receive is my passion and I aim to ensure that all the residents in my care receive the best, person-centred care.


If you are looking for care for yourself or a loved one, please do get in touch and I look forward to welcoming you to our home, you’re always welcome!


Karol

Karol Witkowski

Job Title: Unit Manager

Joined: 2020

Karol has been a much-valued member of the Strachan House since 2020.


He speaks fondly and with warmth about the family feel of the home, not just with his colleagues but also extending to the residents and their families.


Daria

Daria Honiewska

Job Title: Unit Nurse Manger

Joined: 2006

Daria has been a part of the Strachan family since 2006 and works in the home as part of the team of Nurses and is our Unit Nurse Manager.


She speaks with great enthusiasm about the family dynamic of the home, and how Strachan House is a family that takes great joy and pride in looking after our residents and giving them the highest quality of life.


Claire

Claire Hearn

Job Title: Senior Nurse

Joined: 2022

My name is Claire, I am from London and have been working as a nurse since 2012 and since 2022 with Barchester. I have started a family and returned recently from maternity leave as a senior nurse. I thoroughly enjoy working with the team and residents here at Strachan, every day is different and everyone is exceptionally kind and caring.


Linda

Linda Cameron

Job Title: Administrator

Joined: 2022

Linda has been a part of the Strachan House family since July 2022,


She speaks proudly about her role as the home administrator saying it is a privilege to meet and support new residents and their families at what can be an incredibly difficult time for them.


Linda says she feels incredibly fortunate to be a part of such an incredible team of colleagues at Strachan House.


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Paul Dow

Job Title: Head Chef

Hello, My name is Paul Dow and I am the Head Chef here at Strachan House, I joined the team at Strachan House in July 2021 and I bring 30 years of experience with me. I trained as a chef in an army kitchen before venturing into the hospitality industry in Foxton working in a hotel in Hythe.


I then moved to Edinburgh to work in a high-class restaurant and stayed with the same company for 24 years before joining the team here at Strachan House. I look forward to my new adventure of getting to know the residents and providing them with a high standard of food as they so deserve.


Gail

Gail Hunter

Job Title: Receptionist

Joined: 2014

I have worked in Strachan House since 2014. I first started as a carer before moving on to activities, which I really enjoyed. I started working in reception at the beginning of 2019 and with any new role you are forever learning. I believe I now have the best of both worlds as I work 3 days in reception and 2 days on activities. This allows me to spend some quality time with our residents and enhance their day-to-day lifestyle. I am passionate about my roles within the home.


Gary

Gary Harrison

Job Title: Maintanance

Joined: 2022

Gary has been a member of the Strachan House family since 2022.


He takes great satisfaction in his maintenance role and says that every day presents a different challenge.


Heather

Heather Skeldon

Job Title: Head of Housekeeping

Heather is proud to be the Head Housekeeper at Strachan House alongside her team of incredibly passionate Housekeepers and Laundry Assistants.


Heather takes great pride in ensuring the home is always at its best for our resident's comfort and to help them feel at home and at ease.


Frequently Asked Questions about Barchester Strachan House Care Home

What types of Care is Barchester Strachan House Care Home registered for?

Older Person Care, Dementia, Respite Care, Mental Health Condition, Physical Disability, Sensory Impairment & No Medical Intervention are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.

What additional types of Care does Barchester Strachan House Care Home provide?

Palliative Care, Convalescent Care, Physiotherapy, Separate Specialist Dementia Care Unit & Own GP if required are other types of care provided.

How many Rooms does Barchester Strachan House Care Home have?

There are 83 Single Rooms.

What are the Facilities & Services at Barchester Strachan House Care Home?

Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Minibus or other transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room & Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.

How far is Barchester Strachan House Care Home to the centre of Edinburgh?

3.0 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.