Palliative Care

Palliative care at Guthrie House Care Home is centred around compassion, comfort and dignity for residents facing advanced or progressive health conditions. Our approach is to provide a peaceful, supportive environment where both residents and their families are cared for and reassured. Every aspect of care is designed to relieve discomfort, manage symptoms and help residents live well throughout every stage of their life.

Our skilled team takes time to understand what truly matters to each resident. Individual care plans are built in close partnership with residents, families, and healthcare professionals to ensure personal wishes and needs are respected at every step.

What is Palliative Care?

Palliative care is specialised support for people living with life-limiting or serious illnesses. Its goal is to improve quality of life by managing pain and other distressing symptoms, while also addressing emotional, social and spiritual needs. Unlike end-of-life care, palliative care begins early in an illness and can be delivered alongside ongoing treatments. In Scotland, it is recognised as a right and is always person-centred, focusing on the comfort and support of both residents and their loved ones.

Palliative care is about living as fully and comfortably as possible, supporting decision-making, and offering practical and emotional help through a challenging time. It’s not limited to the very end of life. It can support someone for months or even years, depending on individual needs.

Palliative Care at Guthrie House Care Home

At Guthrie House, our dedicated team provides round-the-clock support in collaboration with specialist healthcare professionals when needed. Care is shaped by meaningful conversations, advanced care planning and attention to the smallest details that bring peace and ease. Pain management, symptom control and comfort are prioritised, but so is emotional well-being. We strive to create space for residents and families to talk, reminisce and find moments of calm throughout all parts of the day.

Alongside tailored clinical care, we offer beautiful private rooms, restful communal spaces, and access to our tranquil gardens. Our staff are always available to listen, support, and respond promptly to changing needs, ensuring continuity and kindness throughout the journey.

What To Expect From Guthrie House Care Home

In order to ensure our residents’ comfort and well-being, our care home has been intentionally designed to offer a wide range of facilities and services, fostering an environment where residents can enjoy an enriching life.

Tailored Care Plans

Profiling Beds

Nurse Call System

GP Access

Access to a Dentist

Optician Access

Access to a Chiropodist

Physiotherapy Access

Palliative Care FAQs

Palliative care can be provided in different settings, including care homes, hospices, hospitals, or even in an individual’s own home. Choosing a care home that offers palliative care provides access to 24-hour care from experienced care professionals in a comfortable and homely setting.

We recognise the importance of families spending valuable time together during this period of care. That’s why we enable unrestricted visiting to ensure you can be with your loved ones at any time.

Guthrie House Care Home acknowledges the challenges and emotional journey that families go through when their loved ones need palliative or end-of-life care. Our dedicated team is here to offer assistance, address your concerns, provide guidance, and extend unwavering support to help you make the best decisions for your family.

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High-Quality Care Tailored To You

We provide exceptional, personalised care tailored to the unique needs of each resident. Whether requiring residential, nursing, or dementia support, our compassionate team takes a person-centred approach, creating bespoke care plans that promote independence, dignity, and well-being. We take the time to truly understand each individual, offering support that respects personal choices and encourages meaningful engagement. With 24/7 expert care, a warm and welcoming environment, and a commitment to excellence, we ensure every resident receives the highest standard of care, designed around their preferences and lifestyle.

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Life at Guthrie House Care Home

Life at Guthrie House Care Home is vibrant, fulfilling, and tailored to each resident’s interests and well-being. From engaging daily activities and social events to peaceful moments in our beautifully landscaped gardens, there’s always something to enjoy. Our residents can relax in elegant lounges, savour freshly prepared meals, and take advantage of our on-site hair salon for a touch of luxury. Whether enjoying a hobby, making new friends, or spending time with loved ones, life at Guthrie House is about comfort, companionship, and making every day meaningful.