In the town of Tranent, on the outskirts of Edinburgh, Tranent is a purpose-built care home with 60 beds offering nursing and nursing memory care for those living with dementia.
This friendly home offers a choice of four sitting rooms, two dining areas, a sports bar and plenty of spots for quieter reflection. The hobbies and interests room and memory room, are both very popular with Residents. The landscaped garden, which is looked after by some of our Residents, is a favourite location to r...
There are 3 care homes in Tranent, with 0 offering nursing care. 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.
All care homes in Tranent are regulated by the Care Inspectorate (CI). Of the 3 care homes in Tranent, 2 have been rated good or above.
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 Tranent?
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.
.jpg)
