WE ARE A SCOTTISH CHARITABLE INCORPORATED ORGANISATION - No SC020282

Proudly caring for our community since 1992

Warmth, dignity and connection at the heart of Prestonpans.

Where compassion and community come together

At Harlawhill, caring for our elderly community isn’t just what we do, it’s who we are. Since opening our doors in 1992, we’ve provided a safe, homelike environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and truly at home.

Set in the lovingly converted former Co-Op store in East Loan, Prestonpans, our centre embodies warmth and familiarity, inspired by our founder, Dr. Pat Gracie’s vision of compassionate, person centred care.

We specialise in providing care for those who need some extra support in order to continue living at home independently.

Our Facilities

We’ve thoughtfully designed every aspect of Harlawhill to make life easier for our members. Our accessible facilities ensure everyone feels safe and comfortable.

With dedicated transport services, getting to and from the centre is hassle-free. Embracing modern technology, we help our members stay connected with family and engaged through interactive tools, enriching their lives each day.

We are constantly upgrading our facilities to improve the services we can provide from modern toilets, kitchen, dining and lounge areas to smaller quieter rooms when you just need a break from it all.

Activities That Make a Difference

Activities are the heartbeat of Harlawhill, creating joy, connection, and mental and physical well-being. At the core is music therapy, which taps into the profound ability of music to unlock memories, uplift spirits, and bring comfort.

From sing-alongs to various activities with familiar tunes, music creates powerful moments of reminiscence and connection. Alongside art and craft projects, memory games, and gentle exercises, our activities make staying active a natural and enjoyable part of every day.

All our activity choices are led by our members and based on your likes, hobbies and things you have always wanted to try.

Those who are able can get up and dance while those who cannot, sing along or tap their fingers and toes. Sometimes people come in off the street just to see what all the noise is about.

Compassionate Care with Lasting Impact

Every day, our dedicated team strives to make a real difference, enriching the lives of our members and supporting those who care for them. At Harlawhill, we provide not only companionship and care but also the peace of mind that families deserve.

Join us at Harlawhill Day Care Centre, where compassion, dignity, and connection come first, helping our elderly community live life to the fullest.

We’re more than just a day care centre; we’re a community.

What Families Say

Thank you once again for your kindness shown today. An amazing goody bag and lovely letters from the kids. I can’t thank you enough for everything you do for Charlie.

Thank you for giving my mum such a great day yesterday, she absolutely loved it and was so excited to go for the first time. In a world where older people can often feel very devalued and invisible, Harlawhill Day Centre make people feel valued and important, and their needs are met with compassion and empathy.

Thank you so much for the lovely welcome you gave my Mum today. She said she had a marvellous time and can't wait till next Thursday.

My aunt attended for the first time on Thursday. She has basically not left the house for three years. What a revelation Thursday was. She LOVED it. She has finally got a bit perk about her, is so excited to get back and has finally shown herself some self love. I’ve always admired yourselves and now that a family member is there, I can see exactly what impact you can have.

Would Harlawhill Help You or Someone You Care About?

We are happy to talk through the referral process, answer questions or arrange a visit to the Centre.