A sod-cutting ceremony has marked the start of work on a new £14 million care home in Broughty Ferry, Dundee.
The 54-bed care home is being developed by Meallmore, a provider of older person and specialist care, and is designed to support older people with a variety of age-related health conditions, including frailty and dementia. The construction work is being undertaken by CHAP Group.
The facility will provide 60-70 full-time equivalent jobs in the area, including nurses, care assistants, administrators, and managers.
Estimated for completion in early 2027, the three-storey home has been designed to complement the surrounding area, minimising encroachment on the established gardens and ensuring the building is in-keeping with the residential character of the area.
The 54 bedrooms will be arranged in small group living units, with upper floors featuring outdoor terrace spaces and the ground floor providing access to private garden areas. Inside, the care home will offer a cinema, café, private dining room, and beauty salon.
Michael Gillespie, property director for Meallmore, said, “This new home has been designed to offer the highest quality facilities for residents, while empowering them to maintain their desired levels of independence. Set in a beautiful spot in Broughty Ferry, this home is going to be a lovely place to live. We’re excited to see the development progress and look forward to welcoming residents in 2027.”
Paul Matthew, Dundee area construction drector at CHAP Group, added, “We’re thrilled to be working with Meallmore to deliver this new care home, which will provide first-class facilities for residents. We look forward to working with Meallmore, the design team and wider community as we deliver the project.”
Meallmore currently operates 27 homes across Scotland: 21 for older people, five for adults with mental health needs, and one for adults with learning or physical disability.
