What our families say

"Since arriving at Archview Lodge Care Home my mother has enjoyed daily activities which she enjoys. She loves to sing and watch films that I brought in for her and the staff regularly have film evenings which other residents enjoy. All of the staff are friendly and caring and has made my mother's stay here very happy."

M M
carehome.co.uk rating: 5 out of 5

"I am so grateful for the warm, loving care my mother has received at Archview Lodge. The happy, positive attitude in the home along with the kind considerate and loving staff has made her time at Archview Lodge a very positive experience. I can highly recommend this home."

L D
carehome.co.uk rating: 5 out of 5

"Our relative has been in Archview for nearly 2 years now and we are very happy with the care she is being given. She is treated as an individual rather than a number. She is always clean and attention given to her hair which is always nicely done. These little touches are important. Shows people care."

William S
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.58 out of 5

"Since I became a resident in Archview I have had a very positive experience. The staff can't do enough for me. There is a very happy atmosphere around the home. There are plenty of activities of all types. Entertainment as well, singers, links with schools, animal-friendly, I can enjoy my family visits with the dog. The manager here runs the home to a very high standard. The food is also excellent."

Margaret H
carehome.co.uk rating: 5 out of 5

"In the two and a half years since my sister has been in care, she and her visitors have been treated with respect and kindness. All staff, regardless of their position are very professional and caring. I would have no hesitation to recommend Archview Lodge to anyone who has a relative or friend needing care."

M W
carehome.co.uk rating: 5 out of 5

"Archview Lodge is the best home in Midlothian. Everyone is so helpful, friendly. The place is spotless. I am always kept in touch with any changes, it's like one big happy family. 100% perfect."

Jeanette D
carehome.co.uk rating: 5 out of 5

"My experience is very simple. In my view, it is one of the best care homes in the area. Very well trained staff in all areas of elderly people care. Very reassuring for family and relatives."

G W
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.58 out of 5

"Mum is extremely well cared for, staff attentive and caring, food superb and time is spent helping patients who need it. Rooms, home and laundry very well done and done quickly. All staff attentive to patients and families. Memory lane is highly recommended. Activity team work hard to keep patients active and bring a huge variety of entertainment and things of interest to the residents. Mum passed away early April, care was first class and staff worked closely with the GP."

Margaret B
carehome.co.uk rating: 5 out of 5

"The standard of both physical and mental care my father receives is excellent. Care continues to be delivered to his individual needs in a gentle, friendly, yet respectful manner. All grades of staff endeavour to ensure the atmosphere is a happy one with lots of 'love' and laughter whilst maintaining a high level of professionalism. Meals are nutritious and well prepared with a varied choice. Relatives are always made to feel very welcome and are well informed about the health and well-being of their loved one. I am very reassured knowing that my father is living at Archview."

C M
carehome.co.uk rating: 5 out of 5

"When my aunt first arrived at Archview, she took some time to settle. The staff were wonderfully patient, kind and understanding. As the team of staff were consistently the same for her 5-month stay we all got to know each other quickly. Throughout her stay, she was treated with dignity, kindness and as an individual. My aunt was continually offered choices (food, activities etc) and her decision was respected. I felt included in the care that she was given and never had to worry about my aunt. She was given a lovely quality of life."

S A
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.92 out of 5

"My aunt moved into the care home in May. The process was very easy. The general manager was extremely helpful and informative. All the other staff are lovely and caring. I have peace of mind she is being looked after. There is so many social activities she has attended and she is enjoying life. She said she is not going anywhere else from here and said she should've done it sooner."

Moira S
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.58 out of 5

"My grandfather always commented how he enjoyed the company/care/people that worked and lived in Archview. His physical/personal care needs were always met to the highest standard. I loved visiting him, the staff always ensured he sat pride of place right beside the window looking out for his daily visitors."

Lynne S
carehome.co.uk rating: 5 out of 5

"Mum settled in well in the last six months. Broke hip in fall and care, attention and physio given by home when she went back excellent. Staff always willing to answer any questions or go out of way to help."

Loraine H
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.42 out of 5

"Mum went into the home on August 19th, 2016. From day one, staff made her and us very welcome. Very supportive with all our questions which needed answering but most importantly to us, spent a lot of time with mum helping her settle. As mum has Alzheimers they also checked out everything with family and took the time to ask us questions about mum e.g. health and what would help her settle and her memories. A very relaxed, caring and on the ball staff. From our welcome at the front desk each and every visit to all staff (cleaners/handyman/auxiliaries), we bump into. As mum is in memory lane unit all the staff in there most of all. Definitely a great place for mum - meeting all her needs."

Ann L
carehome.co.uk rating: 5 out of 5

"My Mother was admitted to Archview Lodge Care Home in June 2016 with a chronic ulceration to one leg in particular. This condition had been ongoing from 2015. Prior to her recent move, Mother received occasional treatment as an inpatient for five weeks in hospital in January 2016 when a nurse was available or the ulcers were leaking and Mother would ring for help. From Hospital she was transferred to an interim Care Home in February 2016 where she remained until June. The condition of the ulcers deteriorated significantly between February and June. After only three months in Archview Lodge Care Home, my Mother's leg is healed due entirely to the dedication of the Nursing staff. As a family, we have seen the photographic evidence. It was staggering. Need I say more ?"

Eleanor B
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.75 out of 5

"All staff are very kind and helpful towards my parents and the other residents. There are regular meetings for both residents and relatives where information is disseminated and suggestions and opinions are welcomed, including input into the menus. My parents are very happy with the quality, quantity and choice of food provided. There are regular activities and entertainment involving friends and families of the residents as well as the wider community, which provide funding for ongoing residents entertainment. We were lucky to find anywhere that provided the care required and allowed my parents to remain together in the same room, after 60 years together it was not an option to split them up. We are all so grateful that not only do they remain together but that they managed to find a wonderful care facility in which to do so in Archview Lodge."

Morag N
carehome.co.uk rating: 5 out of 5

"Mum has stayed in Archview for almost a year now, from day one meeting the manager we knew we had made the correct choice. Mum is very happy and well cared for, she feels safe and has taken a new lease of life!! All the staff team from the manager down are very caring, professional, approachable and always friendly. They are very respectful to residents and their families alike. Residents are always treated with dignity and as individuals where their independence is provided. The staff go over and above the call of duty. There is always a fun, warm, homely atmosphere. A large part of the worry and stress has been lifted since mum has been starying in Archview. I feel our family has become a lot bigger, as not only has mum forged new friendships our family has as well. Hats off to all the staff of Archview Lodge"

Lorraine B
carehome.co.uk rating: 5 out of 5

"My father was previously cared for, for a short time in another care home (different company). Sadly standards of care and hygiene were unsatisfactory. Thankfully a bed became available at Archview. During a visit to discuss transfer I became upset due to concerns over his welfare, the manager was very understanding and took on board my concerns and behaved in a very professional manner in regard to these. I was very happy that he was accepted and transferred. Since then he has received a constantly high standard of individualised care. Staff are caring, gentle and supportive to my father. Overall standard are very good in hygiene, activities etc. I am very happy for my father to live there. (It's like night and day!)"

Catriona M
carehome.co.uk rating: 5 out of 5