Melvich Community Care Unit (Care Home)

Melvich Community Care Unit is a small care home for older people located in Thurso, within the Highland council area. Operated by NHS Highland, the home provides residential care across its 6 beds. At its most recent Care Inspectorate inspection in May 2025, Melvich Community Care Unit achieved an average grade of Good (4 out of 6), reflecting a solid standard of care and service delivery.

The home supports older people with a range of needs, including dementia, frailty, hearing impairment, and visual impairment. Palliative and end of life care is also provided, ensuring residents receive compassionate, dignified support during the later stages of life.

With just 6 beds, Melvich Community Care Unit offers an intimate, homely environment where residents can expect personalised attention. Its NHS Highland operation brings a strong clinical foundation to the care provided, making it a reassuring choice for families in the Thurso and wider Highland area.