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Care in the Orkney Islands

Each Care Home and Care Provider in the Orkney Islands within our directory is registered with the Care Inspectorate, the independent regulator of health and social care in Scotland. In addition, each listing shows the Care Inspectorates’ actual ratings for the provider’s services, meaning you can make an informed decision about your loved one’s care.

Using the Care Choices search you can also search for Care Homes, Dementia Care, Home Care and other types of support in the Orkney Islands. Find the right care for your loved one’s needs today.

14 Care Provider(s)

Here2Care

Home Care

46 Victoria Street, Kirkwall, KW15 1DN

View Telephone (01856) 872438 This location currently has no rating

Enable Scotland (Leading the Way) – Old Scapa Road

0.13 miles away.

11 Old Scapa Road, Kirkwall, KW15 1GU

View Telephone (01856) 871634

Specialisms\services: Sensory Impairments, Palliative Care, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Physical Disabilities

This location currently has no rating

Crossroads Care Orkney

Home Care

Kirkwall Travel Centre, West Castle Street, Kirkwall, KW15 1GU

View Telephone (01856) 870500 This location currently has no rating

Care at Home Services

Home Care

Orkney Islands Council, Council Offices, School Place, Kirkwall, KW15 1NY

View Telephone (01856) 888390 This location currently has no rating

MyLife MyCare

MyLife MyCare

View Telephone (020) 4578 5569 https://www.mylifemycare.co.uk/

National Listing

Agincare Home and Live-in Care Services

Agincare Home and Live-in Care Services

View Telephone 0808 175 3399 www.agincare.com

National Listing

Avelon Live-in Care

Avelon Live-in Care

View Telephone 0800 086 8686 https://avelonliveincare.co.uk

SafeWell-ledCaringResponsiveEffectiveCQC Rating (Good): National Listing

Mumby’s Live-in Care

View Telephone (01865) 391187 https://mumbys.com/

SafeWell-led CaringResponsiveEffective CQC Rating (Outstanding): National Listing

Helping Hands Live-In Home Care

Helping Hands Live-In Home Care

View Telephone 0333 060 3705 https://www.helpinghandshomecare.co.uk/live-in-care/?utm_source=Care%20Choices%20Online%20Directory&utm_medium=Partner&utm_campaign=Care%20Choices%20Website%20Click%20National%20Listing

SafeWell-ledCaringResponsiveEffectiveCQC Rating (Good): National Listing

Care24Seven

Care24Seven

View Telephone 0333 207 5727 https://care24seven.com/

SafeWell-ledCaringResponsiveEffectiveCQC Rating (Good): National Listing

Novus Care – A National Home Care Provider

Novus Care – A National Home Care Provider

View Telephone 0808 208 5131 https://www.novus-care.com/

SafeWell-ledCaringResponsiveEffectiveCQC Rating (Good): National Listing

Sunnybrae Centre

Home Care

1 Euson Kloss, Kirkwall, KW15 1BF

View Telephone (01856) 875736 This location currently has no rating

Short Breaks, 32/34 Pickaquoy Loan

0.36 miles away.

St. Colm's Complex, Pickaquoy Road, Kirkwall, KW15 1RP

View Telephone (01856) 871431

Specialisms\services: Learning Disabilities & Autism, Sensory Impairments

This location currently has no rating

Learning Disabilities & Autism Service – Supported Living Network

Home Care

St. Colm's Building, Pickaquoy Road, Kirkwall, KW15 1RP

View Telephone (01856) 871431 This location currently has no rating

Disability Resources Support Accommodation Services

Home Care

Glaitness Centre, 33 Queen Sonja Kloss, Kirkwall, KW15 1FJ

View Telephone (01856) 871960 This location currently has no rating

St. Rognvalds House

0.56 miles away.

off Old Scapa Road, Kirkwall, KW15 1BB

View Telephone (01856) 872106

Specialisms\services: Mental Health, Older People (65+), Physical Disabilities, Sensory Impairments, Palliative Care

This location currently has no rating

Orkney Responder Service

Home Care

12 Lambaness, Papdale East, Kirkwall, KW15 1XQ

View Telephone (01856) 873535 This location currently has no rating

Braeburn Court

Home Care

Braeburn Court, St. Margaret's Hope, Orkney, KW17 2RR

View Telephone (01856) 831501 This location currently has no rating

Smiddybrae House

11.35 miles away.

Vetquoy Road, Dounby, Orkney, KW17 2HH

View Telephone (01856) 771100

Specialisms\services: Palliative Care, Older People (65+), Physical Disabilities, Sensory Impairments

This location currently has no rating

Hamnavoe House

11.63 miles away.

Coplands Road, Stromness, Orkney, KW16 3BW

View Telephone (01856) 850311

Specialisms\services: Older People (65+), Palliative Care

This location currently has no rating

Kalisgarth and Very Sheltered Housing Care at Home

Home Care

Kalisgarth Care Centre, Pierowall, Westray, Orkney, KW17 2DG

View Telephone (01856) 871134 This location currently has no rating

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the total number of care homes in Orkney?

There are 14 care homes in Orkney catering to various elderly needs and offering different levels of care and support. These include Crossroads Care Orkney, Sunnybrae Centre, Braeburn Court.

In Orkney, what types of care are available?

Care homes in Orkney offer a wide range of services such as Home Care, Nursing Homes.

How many nursing homes are there in Orkney?

5 nursing homes in Orkney, including Enable Scotland (Leading the Way) – Old Scapa Road, Short Breaks and 32/34 Pickaquoy Loan, offer dedicated nursing care to residents with complex health needs.

How many care homes in Orkney provide residential care?

There are 14 care homes in Orkney, but almost 9 of them focus on residential care for people who just need help with daily living. Disability Resources Support Accommodation Services and Crossroads Care Orkney, are some providers.

Do any Orkney care homes provide end-of-life or palliative care?

A number of care homes in Orkney provide palliative or end-of-life care. In addition, approximately 4 facilities in the area, such as Enable Scotland (Leading the Way) – Old Scapa Road and Smiddybrae House, specialise in providing compassionate and supportive care to individuals facing terminal illness or nearing the end of their lives.

Does Orkney have specialised care homes for people with disabilities or mental illness?

Supporting individuals with specific disabilities or mental health needs is the focus of specialised care homes in Orkney. There are approximately 4 such facilities in the area, including Enable Scotland (Leading the Way) – Old Scapa Road and Smiddybrae House, which provide tailored care and accomodations to create an inclusive and comfortable environment for their residents.

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