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93 Craigcrook Road, Edinburgh, EH4 3PE
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20 January 2025
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.
25 November 2024
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.
06 November 2024
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.
06 November 2024
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.
20 September 2024
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.
21 August 2024
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.
07 August 2024
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.
14 June 2024
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.
14 June 2024
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.
05 June 2024
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.
20 February 2024
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.
16 February 2024
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.
16 February 2024
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.
13 February 2024
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.
03 August 2023
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.
08 June 2023
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.
05 June 2023
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.
23 May 2023
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.
18 May 2023
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.
10 April 2023
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.
Latest Reviews for Barchester Strachan House Care Home
20 January 2025
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.
25 November 2024
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.
06 November 2024
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.
06 November 2024
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.
20 September 2024
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.
21 August 2024
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.
07 August 2024
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.
14 June 2024
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.
14 June 2024
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.
05 June 2024
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.
20 February 2024
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.
16 February 2024
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.
16 February 2024
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.
13 February 2024
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.
03 August 2023
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.
08 June 2023
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.
05 June 2023
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.
23 May 2023
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.
18 May 2023
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.
10 April 2023
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.