About Forbes House
Forbes House is a care home for older people located in Ayr, within the South Ayrshire council area. Operated by Heathfield Care and Residential Homes Limited, the home provides accommodation for up to 80 residents. At its most recent Care Inspectorate inspection in October 2025, Forbes House achieved an average grade of 4.4 out of 6, placing it in the Good category on the regulator's 1 to 6 grading scale.
The home specialises in general care for older people, offering support tailored to the everyday needs of residents as they age. With 80 beds, Forbes House is a sizeable care home, well positioned to serve older people and their families across the Ayr area and the wider South Ayrshire region.
Its Good rating from the Care Inspectorate reflects a consistent standard of care, giving families confidence that residents are supported in a safe and comfortable environment.
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).
Location
10 Forbes Drive, Ayr, KA8 9FG
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