Skip to main content
Placeholder image for St Brendan's (Care Home)
St Brendan's (Care Home)Isle of Barra
Older People10 beds

St Brendan's (Care Home)

St. Brendan's Home, Castlebay, Isle of Barra, HS9 5XE

About St Brendan's (Care Home)

St Brendan's is a small care home situated on the Isle of Barra, in the Na h-Eileanan Siar council area of Scotland. Operated by Comhairle nan Eilean Siar, the home provides residential care for older people across its 10 beds. At its most recent Care Inspectorate inspection in April 2025, St Brendan's achieved an average grade of Good (4 out of 6), reflecting a solid standard of care and service delivery.

The home specialises in supporting older people living with dementia and those experiencing frailty, offering tailored care to meet the needs of residents at varying stages of their conditions. Its small size allows for a personalised approach, which can be particularly beneficial for those requiring attentive, consistent support.

Located on the Isle of Barra, St Brendan's serves the local island community, providing an important care resource for residents and families in this remote and distinctive part of Scotland.

Last Inspection
22 April 2025

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?
Good4
Care Planning
How good is our care and support planning?
Good4
Setting
How good is our setting?
Good4
Staff Team
How good is our staff team?
Good4
Leadership
How good is our leadership?
Good4
View Full Report on Care Inspectorate

Care & Support Provided

Older people - dementiaOlder people - frailty

Location

St. Brendan's Home, Castlebay, Isle of Barra, HS9 5XE

New

Have a question about this care home?

Ask in our Community Forum and get a real answer from someone who's been through it.

Share what's on your mind

Find Out If St Brendan's (Care Home) Is Right for You

Start the conversation and request a callback from this home.