Independent Care Home

Cathay Care Home

Nursing home in Forres, Moray

Operated by Independent Care Home

65 bedsDementiaNursing
NeighbourhoodHigh Retirement CommunityPeaceful Neighbourhood
What do these badges mean?
  • High Retirement Community — An above-average share of residents are aged 65 and over (ONS Census) — often a sign of established later-life communities and services.
  • Peaceful Neighbourhood — Among the lowest for recorded anti-social behaviour and public disorder of comparable areas (police-recorded crime).
AddressSt Leonards Rd, Forres, IV36 2RE
Beds65
Registered managerDeena Jacobs
Weekly feefrom £1,461 · 2026
En-suite100%
All-inclusiveNo

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About

Cathay Care Home is a purpose-built care home in Forres, Moray, providing residential, nursing, respite and dementia care to up to 65 residents. The home is situated in the countryside and offers 24-hour care services to older people with a range of support needs.

The home delivers person-centred care, tailored to each resident's individual requirements. Cathay Care Home's approach centres on building relationships with residents and their families, with the aim of supporting wellbeing and independence through personalised care planning.

Care provided

Dementia
Nursing
Residential
Respite

Facilities

Activity Room
Bar
Dining Area
Gardens
Hair & Beauty Salon
Lift
Own Furniture Allowed
Quiet Area
Wifi

Activities

Arts & Crafts
Baking & Cooking
Beer, Cocktails & Wine
Birthday & Holiday Celebrations
Book and Poetry
Dance & Music
Gardening & Flower Arranging
Hair & Beauty Treatments
Visits from Children

What's nearby

GP surgery1.2 miles
A&E: Dr Gray's Hospital10.2 miles
Bus stop1.8 miles
Train station2.4 miles
Shops1.8 miles
Pub or bar1.9 miles
  • Near a main road

Straight-line distances. Road and rail noise from government strategic noise mapping (modelled, not measured). Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors.

What’s in the area

Outdoor Spaces

  • AllotmentsSparse
  • Play SpaceSparse
  • Golf CourseSparse
  • Public ParkSparse
  • Tennis CourtAdequate
  • Bowling GreenAdequate
  • Playing FieldAdequate

Local Amenities

  • Pubs & BarsSparse
  • Restaurants & CafesSparse
  • Retail ShoppingSparse
  • SupermarketsSparse
  • TakeawaysLimited

Local crime statistics

679 recorded crimes in the Forres ward (the 12 months to December 2025)

Top categories:

Violence (non-sexual)26%
Theft & dishonesty22%
Crimes against society (incl. drugs)15%
Damage & reckless behaviour13%

Source: Police Scotland management information (provisional, not official statistics), by council ward

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Fees and funding

Care typeWeekly feeSource
Residential carefrom £1,461
Published by the home, captured 2026
Published by the home, captured 2026
Dementia careFees on request—
Nursing careFees on request—
Respite (short stay)Fees on request—
Funding accepted
Not stated

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Local health safety net

Cathay Care Home is backed by a local NHS health network. The local GP practice is Varis Medical Practice, 1.2 miles away.

Nearest hospital
Name coming soon
Nearest GP
Varis Medical Practice · 1.2 mi

Nearest services from Public Health Scotland + postcodes.io, by straight-line distance.

Community & connection in Forres

Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.

Charity

Wild Things! Environmental Education in Action

Wild Things! provides outdoor and nature-based learning, health and wellbeing activities for children, young people and adults, including older people, people with disabilities and unpaid carers.…

3.3 miles away · Source: Scottish Charity Register (SC034873)

© Crown Copyright and database right 2026. Contains information from the Scottish Charity Register supplied by the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator and licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

Frequently asked questions

What is the geographical location of Cathay?
Cathay is positioned in Forres and is conveniently near to well-liked facilities.
What kinds of senior care does Cathay offer?
Cathay provides a variety of senior care options, including nursing, respite, dementia, and residential care.
What is the bed capacity at Cathay?
At present, the home can accommodate 65 individuals.
Who is the proprietor of Cathay?
Cathay is under the ownership and management of Independent Care Home.
What sort of events and activities does this care home offer?
Cathay provides a range of health and wellness activities such as: Music & Dance, Wine, Beer & Cocktails, and Children's Visits.
How much does care at Cathay cost?
The cost of care at Cathay can differ based on the specific elderly care needs. The starting price for care is £1,461 per week.

For a more accurate estimate tailored to your individual requirements, it is recommended to contact the home directly at 01309 250477.

Information last reviewed October 2026.

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