Up-2-Us Care

Lochwinnoch

About Up-2-Us Care

Up-2-Us Care is a children and young people's care service located in Lochwinnoch, within the Renfrewshire council area. Operated by Up-2-Us, the service has achieved an average grade of Very Good (5 out of 6) from the Care Inspectorate, Scotland's independent regulator of care services, following its most recent inspection in March 2025. This strong grading reflects a high standard of care and support for the young people it serves.

The service provides general care for children and young people, focusing on meeting their individual needs in a supportive and nurturing environment. Up-2-Us Care aims to create a stable, safe setting where young residents can thrive and develop.

With a Very Good Care Inspectorate rating, families and carers in Renfrewshire and the surrounding area can feel confident that Up-2-Us Care is committed to delivering quality outcomes for the children and young people in its care.

Last Inspection

21 March 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?

Very Good5

Care Planning

How good is our care and support planning?

Very Good5

Setting

How good is our setting?

Very Good5

Staff Team

How good is our staff team?

Very Good5

Leadership

How good is our leadership?

Very Good5

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5 Questions to Ask on Your Visit

When visiting Up-2-Us Care, consider asking...

1.How do you support young people to maintain contact with their family?
2.What education and skills development is available?
3.How do you handle situations where a young person is distressed or at risk?
4.How are young people involved in decisions about their own care?
5.What does the transition plan look like as a young person approaches adulthood?

5 Things to Look For on Your Visit

When you visit Up-2-Us Care, look out for...

1.Does the environment feel homely and age-appropriate, not institutional?
2.Do staff interact with young people as individuals, not just service users?
3.Is there evidence of personalisation -- young people's own belongings, artwork, choices?
4.Do young people seem comfortable and relaxed around staff?
5.Is the atmosphere positive and nurturing, or tense and controlled?