Aaron House

Aaron House overview

Aaron House care home, in Penicuik, Edinburgh, is a grand, converted mansion house, located in beautiful, spacious grounds, in a quiet rural area of Edinburgh.

The home is supported by a friendly and committed team, fully trained in providing care for older people who require residential, nursing, or who are living with dementia.

With elegant period features, separate dining and living rooms, and the opportunity to dress your bedroom yourself, and enjoy daily social activities and events, Aaron House is a wonderful place to call home.

There are three suites within Aaron House, Beeslack Suite with 24 rooms, Errington Suite with 25 rooms and Cowan Suite with 16 rooms.

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Types of care

  • Residential care

    Our residential care provides a warm and supportive environment for residents who may need extra assistance and companionship in their daily lives. Residents are surrounded by caring staff and fellow residents who become like extended family. Individuals can receive help with tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication management, all while enjoying the privacy and comfort of their own personal space.

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  • Dementia care

    We specialise in providing empathetic dementia care within our nurturing care homes. Our team understands that dementia can bring unique challenges and our approach is rooted in patience and understanding. Our care homes are carefully designed to create an environment that supports the needs of individuals living with dementia, offering familiarity and comfort.

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  • Nursing care

    We take pride in offering compassionate nursing care within our well-equipped care homes. Our goal is to provide a haven of support for individuals who require specialised medical attention in a supportive environment. Our care homes are designed to ensure that residents receive the highest quality of care while enjoying a sense of familiarity and belonging.

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  • Respite care

    We offer a supportive solution for caregivers through our respite care services, where compassion is at the centre of everything we do. We understand that caregiving can be a rewarding yet demanding journey, which is why we offer support in our nurturing care homes. Our respite care serves as a temporary haven, allowing caregivers to take a well-deserved break while their loved ones receive professional care in a warm and welcoming environment.

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Facilities

Extensive grounds

The house is surrounded by extensive grounds and has an enclosed safe garden for people to use as they wish. The home is managed over 3 areas, Cowan, Errington and Beeslack, these areas are all different and are designed to create a homely feeling. The views from the house and its modern extension are stunning.

Daily events

The team at Aaron House love organising daily events in and around the house and it remains cosy with many personal touches. We host physical activity programs and event such as beach parties, friendship days and afternoon snacks and drinks to promote society. Whether it’s our stunning dining room, or our beautiful artwork, we work hard to make the home a home from home inside and out.

Edible garden

The memory makers and residents at Aaron House are particularly proud of their edible garden and have been growing their own crops including potatoes, tomatoes, broad beans, peas, beetroot, spring onions and today they harvested their first crop of courgettes.

Single occupancy rooms

Aaron House has 65 single occupancy rooms of which 49 are ensuite.

Quality care

Meet the team

Manager

Stephen Van Putten

The home’s caring team has created a family atmosphere.

Our experienced and dedicated team are passionate about delivering exceptional care to our residents and their loved ones. We have created something special at Aaron House, to create a space where people can thrive with personalised, dedicated care and support.

As well as providing excellent professional care, our entire team are dedicated to fostering a sense of home and of belonging.

That means taking plenty of time to understand individual residents, their likes, and dislikes, and exploring all the ways we can make them happy and comfortable. It’s all about giving our residents and their loved ones the confidence that we’re providing the very best of care and delivering special resident experiences every day, making their day, every day.

Aaron House Team Members

At Aaron House, our dedicated team is at the heart of everything we do. These are the warm, compassionate individuals who care for your loved ones each and every day, treating them with the kindness, respect, and understanding they deserve. With a commitment to creating a safe and supportive environment, our team works tirelessly to ensure that every resident feels valued, comfortable, and at home. Meet the people who are here for your family, just as they would be for their own.

  • Stephen Van-Putten

    Home Manager

    Stephen is a highly experienced professional in the field of care home management, with over 26 years dedicated to the delivery of quality care services. As the General Manager of Aaron House Care Home in Scotland, he brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise, garnered from working with both private and statutory service providers.

    His educational background is as impressive as his professional journey. Stephen holds an Honours degree in Health and Social Care, complemented by professional management and care qualifications. This solid academic foundation underpins his comprehensive understanding of care provision and management.

    Stephen’s passion for his work is evident in his commitment to ensuring the highest quality of care for every resident at Aaron House. He believes in leading by example and is dedicated to supporting his team in continuing to provide outstanding care and support. His approach is not just about maintaining standards but about exceeding them, ensuring that every resident receives the best possible care and attention.

    At Aaron House Care Home, Stephen’s leadership is instrumental in creating an environment where residents feel valued, respected, and cared for. His focus on quality care aligns perfectly with the ethos of Aurem Care, emphasising a resident-centred approach in everything we do.

    Stephen’s enjoyment in working with people, both residents and staff, adds to the warm and welcoming atmosphere of Aaron House. His guidance and support ensure that our home is not just a care facility but a community where everyone is treated with dignity, respect, and kindness.

    Under Stephen’s experienced management, Aaron House Care Home continues to stand as a beacon of quality care and compassionate service in Scotland, embodying the values and standards of excellence that are at the heart of Aurem Care.

  • Carol Wood

    Deputy Manager

    Carol Wood is proud to serve as the Deputy Home Manager at Aaron House. She began her journey at the care home in 2020, bringing a wealth of experience from her two decades as a nurse with NHS Lothian.

    Throughout her career, Carol has specialised in elderly and palliative care. Her background includes roles as both an A&E nurse and a general nurse, providing care and support to a wide range of patients. This extensive experience has honed her skills and deepened her understanding of the unique needs of elderly residents.

    In addition to being a qualified nurse, Carol holds an SVQ 4 in Health and Social Care Leadership. This qualification has equipped her with the knowledge and leadership abilities essential for excelling in her role as Deputy Home Manager.

    What motivates Carol most is the opportunity to make a positive difference in the lives of residents. She believes in delivering compassionate, person-centred care that prioritises well-being and comfort.

    Outside of work, Carol enjoys spending time with her family and pursuing personal interests. Her dedication to providing excellent care extends beyond the workplace, and she is committed to upholding the highest standards at Aaron House. Families seeking exceptional care and support for their loved ones can trust in the expertise and commitment of the team.

  • Gloria De La Pena

    Clinical Lead

    Gloria De La Pena serves as the Clinical Lead Nurse at Aaron House, a role she stepped into in 2021 after a decade of dedication to the home as a nurse. Her journey here has been driven by a deep passion for elderly care, which has guided her commitment to this field.

    Gloria’s nursing experience is extensive, enriched by her previous role as a midwife, which has provided her with unique insights and skills she brings to the team at Aaron House. This diverse background enables her to offer a holistic and compassionate approach to nursing.

    As Clinical Lead Nurse, Gloria’s primary focus is ensuring that the team delivers the highest quality of care to the residents. She provides dynamic support and guidance to the dedicated staff, helping them excel and maintain the high standards of excellence that Aaron House upholds.

    Gloria is motivated by the opportunity to positively impact residents’ lives. She believes in a person-centred approach, placing each resident’s unique needs and preferences at the heart of every care plan.

  • Katrina Early

    Administrator

    Katrina Early serves as the Administrator at Aaron House, a role she embraced in 2020 after more than two decades of dedicated service at the care home. Her journey has been marked by a wealth of experience and expertise.

    Before taking on the Administrator role, Katrina spent 15 years as a Health Care Assistant, gaining invaluable insights into the intricacies of patient care. She also has a background as a team leader at Standard Life, where she refined her organisational and leadership skills.

    Katrina holds a deep commitment to providing outstanding support to the families of residents. She understands the challenges and concerns that families may face and is dedicated to offering help and guidance to ease their worries. Her experience allows her to empathise with their situations and offer valuable support.

    At Aaron House, Katrina’s role extends beyond administrative duties. She finds great joy in being part of the caring community and is devoted to ensuring that residents and their families feel heard and supported throughout their journey with Aaron House.

Make An Enquiry

If you or a family member are interested in coming to our home we would love to hear from you. The simplest and quickest way to get in touch is to fill out a contact form and one of the team will get back to you as soon as we can.

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Funding

We know that funding your care home stay is the biggest worry that many of our residents have. We’ve compiled a list of many of the questions and answers in our help and advice section. You can see those here.

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  • Staff appear to be genuinely fond of Dad…

    Staff accompanying my Dad to a medical appointment in Edinburgh couldn’t have been nicer with him. He was cheerful and sociable throughout, glad to meet up with family members – it was like a jolly outing for him! 

    But this has been our experience of Aaron House – staff appear to be genuinely fond of Dad, he seems to have been well entertained throughout the Covid years and appears to be happy. The care home always strikes me as a lively place with staff organising activities, not leaving residents to sit and fester. Since going into Aaron (initially with my Mum who has since passed away) he has gained weight (they seem to feed him well!) and is no longer the gaunt, isolated figure he used to be when he and Mum were struggling to go on living at home. 

    My brother and I are very grateful for the enthusiastic care Aaron House has shown for our Dad (and previously for Mum) since he moved in three years ago.

Key features

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Statement of Purpose

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Aaron House

Beeslack House, Edinburgh Road, Penicuik EH26 0QF, Scotland, UK

Fulfilling Careers In Care

If you are looking for a career in care then we would absolutely love to hear from you. You can search all of our latest vacancies in all our home here.

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Our Values

Aurem Care homes are all about people caring about people, we believe our care homes should be happy homes for loved ones.

Where older adults can forge worthwhile, meaningful relationships with our team and make new friends.

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