Whitefoord House

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SCOTTISH VETERAN'S RESIDENCES

53 Canongate, Edinburgh, EH8 8BS
0131 556 6827
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South East
LAST UPDATED
4 Jul 2024

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17 - 25, 26 - 29, 30 - 34, 35 - 39, 40 - 44, 45 - 49, 50 - 54, 55 - 59, 60 - 64, 65+

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53 Canongate, Edinburgh, EH8 8BS
0131 556 6827

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information SERVICE DETAILS

Whitefoord House is situated in a historic part of Edinburgh’s Old Town.

A registered housing support service with 86 en-suite rooms and full catering service. En-suite accommodation and support in the heart of Edinburgh.

Facilities include a gym, lounge, free wi-fi and games room.

Housing support for homeless or vulnerable veterans of all ages is provided by a fully qualified staff team.

Our residence in Edinburgh is situated on the historic Royal Mile right in the heart of the city – ideally situated for transport links and all the amenities the city has to offer. Whitefoord House was the first of our residences to open.

Veterans have their own fully furnished en-suite room and access to all the facilities and support on site. The residents’ lounge and other public rooms are all furnished to a very high standard and the newly refurbished dining room provides a full catering service in welcoming surroundings. All meals and laundry service are included.

A professionally qualified social care team provides veterans with counselling services, housing and other support to help them with their recovery and return to independent living where appropriate.

Activities include an on-site gym, gardening, cycling, art, and the opportunity to take part in outdoor weeks in the Highlands. Regular social events are also organised for our veterans.

For further information about vacancies please email frank@svronline.org or complete our online accommodation enquiry form at https://www.svronline.org/housing-enquiry. You can also call us on 0131 556 6827.

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Scottish Veteran's Residences

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