
Fernlea, The Wishart Anderson (Care Home)
About 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.
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).
Care & Support Provided
Location
Marrister, Symbister, Shetland, ZE2 9AE
5 Questions to Ask on Your Visit
When visiting Fernlea, The Wishart Anderson (Care Home), consider asking...
- 1.What happens if my relative's care needs increase significantly -- will they have to move?
- 2.How do you handle concerns or complaints from families?
- 3.What does the monthly fee cover and what will cost extra?
- 4.How do you keep families informed about their relative's day-to-day wellbeing?
- 5.What happens if my relative is unhappy here?
5 Things to Look For on Your Visit
When you visit Fernlea, The Wishart Anderson (Care Home), look out for...
- 1.Do staff greet residents by name and stop to chat?
- 2.Are residents dressed, up and occupied, or sitting alone in front of a TV?
- 3.Does the home smell fresh and feel clean without being clinical?
- 4.Do residents look comfortable and at ease, or anxious and withdrawn?
- 5.Does the manager answer your questions openly or deflect?
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