Fernlea, The Wishart Anderson (Care Home)

Fernlea, The Wishart Anderson is a care home for older people located in Shetland, operated by Shetland Islands Council. With 10 beds, it is a small, community-focused home offering personalised residential care. At its most recent Care Inspectorate inspection in July 2025, the home achieved an average grade of Good, scoring 3.8 out of 6 on the regulator's quality scale.

The home supports a wide range of care needs, including dementia, frailty, palliative and end of life care, physical disability or illness, and neurological conditions. It also accommodates residents with sensory impairments such as hearing and visual impairment, as well as those with learning difficulties, making it a versatile option for older people with complex or combined needs.

As a small home run by the local council, Fernlea, The Wishart Anderson offers a familiar, community-rooted environment for older residents and their families across the Shetland Islands.