1987Meallmore Lodge opens
The Hennessey family opens the first Meallmore nursing home at Meallmore Lodge, Daviot, just south of Inverness.
Where it started
A FAMILY BUSINESS, BUILDING A NATIONAL REPUTATION
Meallmore Ltd is a family-owned business that opened its first nursing home in 1987 at Meallmore Lodge in Daviot, just south of Inverness. From that single Highland home the Hennessey family has steadily grown a portfolio of thirty care homes, supported by more than two thousand colleagues across Scotland.
Our founders recognised that older people deserved far more than the traditional care model offered. They believed in dignity, independence and quality of life alongside expert clinical support. Almost forty years later, that same belief still shapes every home we operate.
In 2023 the second generation took the reins, with Cillian Hennessey stepping up as Managing Director. Our head office remains in Inverness, our decisions are still made in Scotland, and our commitment is unchanged: to be a great place to live and a great place to work.
39yrs
Family-owned since 1987
30homes
Across Scotland
2,200+
Colleagues in our care family
9.6/10
carehome.co.uk group score
Our journey
Almost four decades of milestones.
From a single Highland nursing home in 1987 to 30 homes across Scotland today, our story is one of patient, generational growth. Slide through the milestones that shaped Meallmore.
Milestone 01 of 16
1987
Meallmore Lodge opens
1987
2025
The C.A.R.E model
Four words. One standard.
Four commitments that shape every decision - from how we write a care plan and welcome a new resident, to how we hire, train and celebrate the colleagues who make Meallmore what it is.
- 01 / 04
C
Create.
We create environments of kindness where residents, families and colleagues feel genuinely welcome.
- 02 / 04
A
Act.
We act with accountability to deliver the highest standard of care, every day, in every home.
- 03 / 04
R
Recognise.
We recognise and value the contribution of every colleague, from housekeeping to the nursing team.
- 04 / 04
E
Engage.
We engage in continuous learning and improvement so our care never stands still.
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Vision & Values
The vision, the C.A.R.E model and the beliefs that guide every home.
Read about Vision & ValuesPeople, Planet & Process
How we invest in colleagues, reduce our footprint and hold our standards steady.
Read about People, Planet & ProcessAwards & Accolades
The national and sector awards that recognise our people and homes.
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