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78 Broad StreetCowdenbeath
Respite Care and Short Breaks7 beds

78 Broad Street

78 Broad Street, Cowdenbeath, KY4 8JA

About 78 Broad Street

78 Broad Street is a respite care and short breaks service located in Cowdenbeath, Fife, operated by Fife Council. With 7 beds, this small, specialist service received a grade of Good (averaging 4.2 out of 6) from the Care Inspectorate at its most recent inspection in February 2026, reflecting a solid standard of care and service delivery.

The home supports adults with a wide range of complex needs, including acquired brain injury, autism spectrum disorders, learning difficulties, mental health problems, and physical disability or illness. The service also accommodates individuals with sensory impairments, including hearing and visual impairments, making it a versatile option for those requiring short-term, specialist respite support.

As a council-run facility, 78 Broad Street provides families and carers in Fife with a trusted local option for planned or emergency respite breaks, offering peace of mind that their loved ones are receiving attentive, specialist care.

Last Inspection
13 February 2026

Care Inspectorate Grades

Care homes in Scotland are graded on a 6-point scale (1-6) across five key questions. Grades range from Unsatisfactory (1) to Excellent (6).

Wellbeing Support
How well do we support people's wellbeing?
Very Good5
Care Planning
How good is our care and support planning?
Very Good5
Setting
How good is our setting?
Good4
Staff Team
How good is our staff team?
Adequate3
Leadership
How good is our leadership?
Good4
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Care & Support Provided

Acquired brain injuryAutism spectrum disordersHearing impairmentLearning difficultiesMental health problems (other than dementia)Physical disability or illnessVisual impairment

Location

78 Broad Street, Cowdenbeath, KY4 8JA

5 Questions to Ask on Your Visit

When visiting 78 Broad Street, consider asking...

  1. 1.What happens if my relative's care needs increase significantly -- will they have to move?
  2. 2.How do you handle concerns or complaints from families?
  3. 3.What does the monthly fee cover and what will cost extra?
  4. 4.How do you keep families informed about their relative's day-to-day wellbeing?
  5. 5.What happens if my relative is unhappy here?

5 Things to Look For on Your Visit

When you visit 78 Broad Street, look out for...

  1. 1.Do staff greet residents by name and stop to chat?
  2. 2.Are residents dressed, up and occupied, or sitting alone in front of a TV?
  3. 3.Does the home smell fresh and feel clean without being clinical?
  4. 4.Do residents look comfortable and at ease, or anxious and withdrawn?
  5. 5.Does the manager answer your questions openly or deflect?
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