Atha Mhor Close Support

Newtonmore

About Atha Mhor Close Support

Atha Mhor Close Support is a children and young people's care service located in Newtonmore, in the Highland council area. The service is operated by Applied Care & Development Limited and has demonstrated a strong commitment to quality, achieving an average grade of Very Good (5 out of 6) from the Care Inspectorate at its most recent inspection in February 2026. This places the service among the higher-performing providers in Scotland.

The service provides general care for children and young people, offering a supportive and nurturing environment tailored to the needs of younger residents. The team works to ensure that each young person receives attentive, person-centred care in a setting that promotes their wellbeing and development.

Situated in the scenic Highland village of Newtonmore, the service benefits from a peaceful, community-focused setting that can provide a positive backdrop for young people in their care journey.

Last Inspection

23 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?

Very Good5

Staff Team

How good is our staff team?

Very Good5

Leadership

How good is our leadership?

Very Good5

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5 Questions to Ask on Your Visit

When visiting Atha Mhor Close Support, consider asking...

1.How do you support young people to maintain contact with their family?
2.What education and skills development is available?
3.How do you handle situations where a young person is distressed or at risk?
4.How are young people involved in decisions about their own care?
5.What does the transition plan look like as a young person approaches adulthood?

5 Things to Look For on Your Visit

When you visit Atha Mhor Close Support, look out for...

1.Does the environment feel homely and age-appropriate, not institutional?
2.Do staff interact with young people as individuals, not just service users?
3.Is there evidence of personalisation -- young people's own belongings, artwork, choices?
4.Do young people seem comfortable and relaxed around staff?
5.Is the atmosphere positive and nurturing, or tense and controlled?