Pitcairn Lodge Nursing Home in Aberdeen

Our care home is located in a tranquil location in the heart of Westhill in Aberdeen. With a home from home feel and plenty of outside space, our home is set in a woodland area where residents often enjoy the local Aberdeenshire wildlife.

Along with a wonderful care home setting, our devoted team is what we feel makes Pitcairn Lodge truly special. Our inspiring care home in Aberdeen offers nursing care and a range of elderly care including dementia care, respite care and palliative care to our residents. And all our residents' care plans are person-centred and recorded on kradle - Sanctuary Care's electronic care planning app.

Life at Pitcairn Lodge

Life at Pitcairn Lodge is centred around comfort, familiarity and enjoyment. Mealtimes are a real highlight, with residents enjoying a varied menu that includes traditional Scottish favourites such as haggis, neeps and tatties, comforting stovies and Aberdeen’s famous haddock.

Our welcoming care home environment supports residents to live well, maintaining their routines while enjoying new experiences. Families regularly tell us that Pitcairn Lodge feels warm, friendly and full of life, something we’re very proud of.

Whether spending time with carers, relaxing in shared spaces or welcoming visitors, residents are supported to enjoy each day in a way that suits them.

Our gardens at Pitcairn Lodge

At Pitcairn Lodge, we embrace the great outdoors. Our residential and nursing care home in Aberdeen is designed to feel homely and welcoming, and our beautiful gardens play a big part in everyday life.

we’re proud to have two outdoor garden areas: one supporting residents with nursing needs and another dedicated to residents living in our dementia care suite. During the warmer months, residents take great pleasure in relaxing outside, enjoying fresh air, sunshine and peaceful surroundings.

Our dementia-friendly garden features secure decking, seasonal planting and a much-loved bus stop kindly donated by the local council. These outdoor spaces are perfect for gentle relaxation, socialising with friends and family, or continuing a lifelong love of gardening in a safe and supported environment.

Activities, community and wellbeing

Activities are an important part of life at our Aberdeen nursing home. We offer a varied and engaging programme designed to support wellbeing, independence and meaningful connections.

Highlights include:

Our Intergenerational Programme, visiting a local playgroup to spend time with young children
Themed social events, including ladies’ afternoon teas and gents’ social afternoons
Day trips, live entertainment and community visits
Animal and pet therapy sessions
Gardening clubs and creative activities

These activities help residents stay active, connected and engaged with the world around them. Our dedicated care team is always happy to share more details about what’s coming up at Pitcairn Lodge — it’s one of the reasons families choose us over other care homes in Aberdeenshire.

Facilities and care at our Aberdeen care home

We are proud of the high-quality facilities at Pitcairn Lodge, which enable residents to live well in a safe, supportive environment.

Our dementia care suite includes a private dining area, designed especially for residents and their loved ones to enjoy family gatherings in a calm, familiar setting. This space is also used for our popular afternoon teas and social activities.

For residents with more advanced nursing needs, our reminiscence lounge provides a comforting space filled with memorabilia and objects from years gone by. This supports one-to-one activities and helps spark meaningful memories and conversations.