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Walter & Joan Gray (Care Home)

Main Street, Scalloway, Shetland, ZE1 0XJ

Good - Regulator's rating

Residential
Dementia
Palliative
16 single rooms • All en-suite • Opened in 1989

Fernlea, The Wishart Anderson (Care Home)

Marrister, Symbister, Shetland, ZE2 9AE

Good - Regulator's rating

Residential
Dementia
Palliative
10 single rooms

Montfield Support Services

Burgh Road, Lerwick, Shetland, ZE1 0LA

Good - Regulator's rating

Residential
Palliative
15 single rooms • Opened in 2010

Nordalea (Care Home)

Nordalea Care Centre, Baltasound, Shetland, ZE2 9DX

Good - Regulator's rating

Residential
Dementia
Palliative
7 single rooms • Opened in 2001

Overtonlea (Care Home)

Overtonlea Care Centre, Levenwick, Shetland, ZE2 9HX

Good - Regulator's rating

Residential
Palliative
15 single rooms • Opened in 1995

Wastview (Care Home)

Wastview Care Centre, Walls, Shetland, ZE2 9PF

Good - Regulator's rating

Residential
Dementia
Palliative
15 single rooms • Opened in 1994

Edward Thomason & Taing Support Services

Seafield Road, Lerwick, Shetland, ZE1 0WZ

Adequate - Regulator's rating

Residential
Dementia
Palliative
44 single rooms • Opened in 1998

Isleshavn (Care Home)

Isleshavn Care Centre, Mid Yell, Shetland, ZE2 9BT

Adequate - Regulator's rating

Residential
Dementia
Palliative
7 single rooms

North Haven (Care Home)

North Haven Care Centre, Brae, Shetland, ZE2 9TY

Adequate - Regulator's rating

Residential
Palliative
15 single rooms • Opened in 1993

Overview of care homes in Shetland

Care homes in Shetland

9

Homes that offer nursing care

0

Specialise in dementia care

6

Homes rated good or above

7

Shetland's Care Regulator

Care Inspectorate

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Frequently asked questions

  • How many care homes are there in Shetland?

    There are 9 care homes in Shetland offering a range of specialisms. If you’re not sure which type of care home is best for you, you can read our guide on how to choose the right care home.

  • How are care homes in Shetland regulated?

    All care homes in Shetland are regulated by the Care Inspectorate (CI). Of the 9 care homes in Shetland, 7 have been rated good or above.

  • How many care homes in Shetland specialise in dementia care?

    There are 6 care homes in Shetland who offer specialist dementia care for more information on the specific homes, view our dementia care home list.

  • How much do care homes in Shetland cost?

    On average residential care homes in Scotland cost £761 per week, with nursing homes costing on average £845 per week.

  • What is the difference between nursing homes and residential care homes?

    Residential care homes provide residents with accommodation, meals, and assistance with personal care and medication. However, a nursing care home will also provide medical care from a qualified nurse, including treatment for any illness or injuries.

  • Will I be entitled to local authority funding to help pay for a care home in Shetland?

    In Scotland, if you are aged over 65 you are entitled to free personal and/or nursing care. If your total savings and property assets are below £28,500 then you may also qualify for local council funding. Read our care home funding article for more advice.

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