A family owned care home has become one of a handful in Edinburgh to receive top marks for supporting people’s wellbeing.

Elder Homes Ltd’s Cluny Lodge was rated Excellent in the category by the Care Inspectorate.

Marcela Patriche, care homes manager at Elder Homes, said: “We really believe that elderly living should come with a purpose, as moving into a care home should be a new chapter in your life. 

“This outstanding inspection result reflects our team’s commitment to providing truly person-centred care.  

“I continue to be amazed by the outstanding feedback from our staff, residents and families. We’re all so proud of the work we do creating an at home environment whilst providing high quality care. 

“We work with our residents and staff to innovate new ways of enhancing wellbeing and quality of life, and it’s so rewarding to have this reflected in such a glowing report.” 

The care home has a holistic approach contributing to the high health and wellbeing outcomes of the residents. In addition to the usual roles it takes to make a care home work well, the team also includes in-house physiotherapists, a social and leisure team, and nutritional support workers.  

Cluny Lodge was also rated Very Good for leadership, with inspectors highlighting that staff were provided with regular support and supervision, while praising the care home’s inclusion of family representatives in quality and improvement-based discussions.