Funding your own care [self-funding] – where you fund your ‘social care’ entirely from your own private resources. If you have savings or assets valued over £23,250 you will pay the full cost of your care home fees until your savings and assets reduce down to £23,250. Social services will do a financial assessment once…

Skip to content Home > Care Homes > Murdoch House Care Home We are close to shops and public transport, making us easily accessible for visitors to pop-in for a chat. Our residents also enjoy strolling through town for coffee & shopping – the perfect way to stay active & connected with our vibrant community!…

Is making friends possible as you get older? Friendship is a bond that can be formed gradually… Throughout September, Four Seasons Health Care Group are recognising Sepsis Awareness Month; building on our knowledge and supporting… Music is a creative outlet that has the power to bring people together and improve health and…

Home> Care Home Advice Hub> Dementia> Alcohol Related Dementia Excessive alcohol consumption can lead to certain forms of dementia, including Wernicke–Korsakoff syndrome. This condition occurs when alcohol interferes with the body’s ability to absorb thiamine (vitamin B1), a nutrient essential for healthy brain function. A deficiency in vitamin B1 can cause severe and long-lasting damage…

Home> Our Care> Frequently Asked Questions about Respite Care or Short Stays Respite care is something many families turn to when in need.  Your local Four Seasons or brighterkind care home provides a safe, comfortable place to stay for as long as you want.  You don’t need to be ill or in crisis to take…

Our eyesight changes as we get older and nearly all of us will need glasses by the time we are 65. In order to continue enjoying life with the best possible vision, it is really important to have the correct prescription. Better sight can enable a person to look at photos of their loved ones,…

Thinking about getting your loved one with dementia a gift? Knowing what gifts to buy your loved one with dementia can be a tricky task but one well worth doing. Selecting gifts for someone with dementia can demonstrate your care and understanding whilst also providing them with a gift that can stimulate their senses, promote…

Choosing care and living in a care home is a life-changing decision. We believe it should be a change for the better—another stage in life to embrace. That’s why we offer a unique care experience focused on creating real quality of life through positive interactions and a caring team, who are proud to make a…

At Four Seasons Health Care Group, we believe that life should be vibrant and full of new experiences. For our residents, maintaining a sense of adventure and connection with the world around them is key to their well-being. That’s why we prioritise organising regular trips and excursions, ensuring that our residents continue to enjoy all…

Home> Find a home> Care Homes in Edinburgh Our care homes in Edinburgh combine outstanding care with a warm, community-focused environment. Located in Midlothian, Lothian, and Edinburgh city centre, our homes offer a wide range of care services, including residential, nursing, nursing Dementia, residential Dementia, respite, and palliative care.  Our brighterkind and Four Seasons care…