Mearns House Care Home
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1 Aldton Court
Newton Mearns
Glasgow
East Renfrewshire
G77 5UU
| Care Type | Care Home |
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| Care Category | Residential | Nursing | Dementia | Respite |
| Availability | Yes |
| Regulator's Rating | Good |
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Meet The Manager
Kirsty Craig is Manager at Mearns House Care Home.
I have worked in the care industry since 2004 and have a genuine passion for caring and supporting older people. I am dedicated to developing my knowledge of the sector further in order to continue making a difference to the lives of those I care for and I completed my BSc in Adult Nursing at the University of the West of Scotland in 2010 with this goal in mind.
At Mearns House, we offer a team of dedicated and highly trained staff, who go the extra mile to make our residents feel like they are living in their own home. Our approach is friendly and welcoming, and we endeavour to ensure that every decision made about a resident’s care has their voice behind it.
It is hugely important that we strive to ensure the care and support needs of not only our residents, but also our relatives and staff are met and I am committed to making Mearns House a truly great place to both live and work.
Mearns House Care Home, located in the heart of Newton Mearns, offers luxury residential, nursing, and dementia care in a welcoming and supportive environment. As part of Meallmore Ltd, one of Scotland’s most trusted care providers, Mearns House is dedicated to delivering exceptional person-centred care in a safe, comfortable, and homely setting.
Our modern, purpose-built care home features spacious en-suite bedrooms, elegant communal lounges, and beautifully landscaped gardens, providing the perfect balance of privacy, companionship, and independence for our residents. We offer a wide range of specialist care services, including 24/7 nursing support, dementia care, and tailored wellbeing programmes, ensuring every resident receives the highest standard of care tailored to their individual needs.
At Mearns House, we focus on dignity, respect, and quality of life, promoting active lifestyles, engaging activities, and nutritious, home-cooked meals prepared by our expert hospitality team. Our experienced and compassionate staff are committed to creating a warm, family-friendly atmosphere, making Mearns House a truly great place to live and work.
Why Choose Mearns House?
✔ Expert residential, nursing & dementia care tailored to individual needs
✔ Luxury en-suite accommodation in a beautifully designed care home
✔ Highly trained, compassionate staff providing round-the-clock support
✔ Engaging activities & wellbeing programmes to promote an active lifestyle
✔ Nutritious, home-cooked meals catering to individual dietary requirements
✔ Excellent reputation in Newton Mearns & surrounding areas
For more information or to arrange a visit, contact Mearns House Care Home today and discover the Meallmore difference.
| Care Options | We Can Provide |
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| Support For | Companionship, Complex Care, End of Life, Nursing Dementia / EMI, Palliative, Personal care. |
| Disability Support | Bed Bound, Physical Disability, Physically Frail, Requires Hoist , Speech Impairment, Visual Impairment, Walking Frame, Wheel Chair Bound. |
| Medication | By Mouth, Change Catheter, Injection, Suppository. |
| Type Of Dementia | Mild Dementia, Moderate Dementia. |
| Dementia Behaviour | Challenging Behaviour, Mild Forgetfulness. |
| Dementia Specialisms | Alzheimer's, Mixed Dementias. |
| Respite Care | Yes |
Autumna has invited care providers to evidence the infection control measures they are carrying out, above and beyond those laid out by the government, in order to keep residents, staff and visitors safe.
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Mearns House is working within the government guidelines and guidelines set out by the Care Inspectorate to help protect its colleagues and residents as well as visiting family and friends. We take pride in our clinical standards and are proud of our Infection Control Measures. |
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Independent Assessments | We have been independently assessed in our approach to infection control. |
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Infection Control Training | Our staff are trained to use measures which prevent and control infections. |
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Regulatory Assessment | We have been assessed by the care regulator in our approach to infection control. |
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Sterilisation & Disinfection Devices | We are using sterilisation and/or disinfection devices within our care setting. |
| Infection Prevention & Control (IPC) - Regulator’s Assessment | ||
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| In response to the coronavirus pandemic, regulators have assessed the preparedness of care providers in relation to infection prevention and control. Details of the regulator’s latest findings can be found below. | ||
| Regulator: Care Inspectorate - Scotland | ||
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Policies | The provider assured the regulator that its infection prevention and control policy was up to date. |
| View the provider’s latest Inspection Reports. | ||
| Connectivity for resident testing, monitoring & communications |
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Infection control and the safety of both residents and staff often requires quarantine measures and the isolation of care home residents. To test, monitor and allow residents to communicate with relatives, the prevalence of room-level connectivity within the home is becoming increasingly relevant. Wireless Internet access (WiFi) The Care Organisation has not indicated availability Mobile Phone Network Coverage (mobile “signal”) The Care Organisation has not indicated availability Telephone for external calling The Care Organisation has not indicated availability |
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With the restrictions on visiting during the pandemic, social media platforms such as these offer real insight when you are choosing a provider.
We are on Facebook| Minimum Age |
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| 65 |
| LGBTQ Welcome |
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| Yes |
| Our Building and Facilities |
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Mearns House stands out among Newton Mearns care homes for its commitment to excellence, personalised care, and luxurious living environment. Our person-centred approach, combined with state-of-the-art facilities and a compassionate team, makes Mearns House the preferred choice for families seeking quality care in Newton Mearns. |
| Is Our Home Purpose Built |
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| Yes |
| How Many Floors We Have |
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| 2 |
| Who Owns Our Building |
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| Private |
| Communal Rooms |
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| Activities Room, Bar / Pub, Coffee Shop / Café, Dining Rooms, Sitting Rooms, TV Lounges. |
| What Else Do We Provide |
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| Assisted Bathroom, Beauty Salon, Chiropodist, Cinema, Coffee Shop, GP, Hairdressers, Lift. |
| Our Garden |
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| Communal Garden, Communal Patio, Greenhouse, Private Garden(s), Seating, Secure Garden, Summer House, Wheelchair Friendly Access. |
| Description |
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At Mearns House Care Home in Newton Mearns, each of our 68 rooms is thoughtfully designed to provide comfort, privacy, and a sense of home. Key features include:
Our housekeeping team provides regular laundry and domestic services, ensuring each room remains clean and comfortable. This blend of thoughtful design and attentive service ensures that every resident feels truly at home at Mearns House. |
| About Our Rooms | |
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| Number Of Rooms | 68 |
| Number Of Ensuite Rooms | 68 |
| We offer these types of ensuite rooms: Shower Rooms, WC and Basin, Wet Rooms. | |
| Type Of Room |
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| Apartment, Kitchenette, Shared Room, Single Room. |
| Room Features |
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| Balcony, Direct Garden Access, Furnished, Garden View, Step Free Access. |
| Room Facilities |
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| Alarm, Balcony, Catch up TV, Freeview TV, Internet Access, Private Patio, Secure Access, Tea and Coffee-making Facilities, Wifi. |
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| Funding Types | |
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| Local Authority | East Renfrewshire |
| Region | None specified |
| We Accept Self-Funding Clients | Yes |
| We Accept Local Authority Funding | No |
Choice Dining is a food-focused accreditation designed to give care-seekers like yourself the ability to consider and compare the dining experience within different care settings.
To be awarded the Choice Dining badge, a care home will have committed to delivering exceptional dining experiences with a strong focus on preference, individuality, hygiene and the environment. You can explore the specifics of all participating homes in the tab below to learn more about the food on offer, how it is served and presented and what they’re doing to cater for your personal taste. Find out more about Choice Dining.
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 Gluten-free
Halal
Kosher
Pureed
Vegan
Vegetarian
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| Dining Locations |
Bedroom Dining
Café
Lounge/Diner
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| Our Menu |
Sample Menu - Mearns House (1).pdf
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The preparation, nutritional value and presentation of food.
Attractive drinks and adaptive cups/glasses are available and accessible where needed.
Individual dietary needs are person centred.
Meals reflect the nutritional needs of the residents.
Our menu has been verified by a registered nutritional therapist or dietitian.
Our menu is balanced.
Snacks are provided for residents that require texture-modified food.
Sweet and savoury foods are provided between meals (this does not just include cakes and biscuits).
A critical component for good health.
Pass by UK Food Standards. Hand hygiene for both residents and staff.
We are following best practice including NICE guidelines as a standard.
We are conducting internal and/or 3rd party food safety audits.
We have allergen management policies in place.
A freedom to eat the food you want, when you want it.
A Private Dining room is bookable for residents and their families.
Families are invited for meals [Covid permitting].
Residents dining in their own room have the same food options as elsewhere.
Residents dining in their own room have their food presented to same standard as elsewhere.
Residents have the option of dining in their own room.
Staff also dine themselves with the residents they support.
Staff sit with the residents they support when they dine.
Residents can order food not on the menu, or have access to an ‘evergreen menu’.
Residents have access to a flexible meal service beyond defined times.
More than one option is available at mealtimes for all residents, including those with special and theraputic diets.
Residents with dementia are shown food or visual menus to help them decide.
We offer catering for special events.
Residents are involved in the creation of the menu.
The best interest choices are made for residents unable to make their own choices.
Understanding the wants and requirements of every individual be it cultural, religious or dietary.
Gluten-free food can be served.
Vegan food can be served.
Vegetarian food can be served.
We can support people with Diabetes.
Delivering a respectful and quality service.
Residents are given appropriate and dignified crockery / glassware and cutlery.
Staff are hospitality trained to present / serve meals.
Tables are well laid.
We have food theme days/nights.
Staff understand and pre-empt potential meal-time behaviours which can impact nutritional intake.
Staff always use appropriate and dignified language (e.g. it is an ‘apron’ not a ‘bib’).
We promote an inclusive dining experience.
There are no unnecessary disruptions during mealtimes.
Being environmentally and socially responsible and thoughtful.
We correctly dispose of our waste.
We have a waste management system.
We monitor our food waste.
Residents can get involved in the growing of food and/or ingredients on site.
We grow some food and/or ingredients on site.
We use locally sourced and locally grown or reared food.
Our energy usage is well maintained.
We are actively reducing food mileage.
| Activities Are So Important |
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At Mearns House Care Home in Newton Mearns, we believe that engaging activities are essential for enhancing the quality of life and well-being of our residents. Our dedicated team offers a diverse range of activities tailored to individual interests and abilities, fostering a vibrant and inclusive community. |
| Timetables |
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| Mearns House - Sample of Weekly Activities - A4 (1).pdf |
| Activities At Home |
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| 1 to 1 Activities, Animal Petting, Bingo, Birthday Celebrations, Board Games, Card Games, Choir, Cooking, Crafts, Crosswords, Dancing, Excursions, Exercise Class, Flower Arranging, Gardening, Knitting / Embroidery, Music Entertainment, Music Therapy, Painting, Pet Therapy, Pilates, Quiz Games, Religious Services, Reminiscence, Singing, Themed Events, Visiting Entertainment, Word Games, Yoga. |
| Activities Outside Our Home |
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| Cinema, Garden Centre, Local Tourist Attractions, Park, Shopping, Theatre. |
The Go Green badge is designed to give care-seekers like yourself the ability to consider and compare a care home’s sustainability and green practices.
The below statements are changes that the care provider has acknowledged they have implemented towards a more sustainable future.
The operation, maintenance, and repair of a property
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Do you use LED light bulbs? | Partial |
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Are your windows double glazed? | Yes |
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Do you use motion sensors? | Yes |
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Is your boiler less than 15 years old? | Yes |
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Do you have an EPC rating? | Yes |
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Do you use eco-friendly cleaning products? | Yes |
The sourcing of goods and the landfill/recycling journey
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Do you monitor your waste? | Yes |
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Do you train your team on recycling practices? | Yes |
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Do you have systems for recycling throughout the home? | Yes |
Energy reduction and renewable energy usage
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Do you measure your energy consumption? | Yes |
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Is your boiler less than 15 years old? | Yes |
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Do you have a biomass boiler? | Yes |
Using digital rather than paper based processes
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Do you use digital payslips? | Yes |
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Do you use online rotas? | Yes |
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Do you use digital care plans? | Yes |
In-home and community projects that protect the environment
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Do you carry out projects that support wildlife? | Yes |
1 Aldton Court
Newton Mearns
Glasgow
East Renfrewshire
G77 5UU
Regulator: Care Inspectorate - Scotland
Autumna uses the Care Inspectorate's combined grading data which combines information from their new quality framework evaluations and their previous quality inspection methodology. If no recent rating has been awarded, an older rating from a previous inspection will be displayed.
| Category | Rating |
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| Overall | Good |
| Wellbeing | Good |
| Care and Support | Good |
| Environment | Outstanding |
| Staff | Good |
| Management | Good |
| Read More | https://www.careinspectorate.com/index.php/care-services?detail=CS2015340329 |
| Report Published | 22nd November 2019 |
| Transport |
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| Bus Stop nearby, Car Park, Car Park on-site. |
| Places of Worship |
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| Catholic Church, Methodist Church. |
| Nearby Services |
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| Bank, Chemist, Church, Garden Centre, Golf Club, Hospital, Library, Local Walks & Bike Rides, Park, Post Office, Pub, Restaurant, Shopping Centre, Shops, Surgery. |
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