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Pitkerro Care Centre, a highly-rated nursing home in the north of Dundee, provides comprehensive residential, nursing, and specialised dementia care in a warm, welcoming setting overlooking Finlathen Park. The home offers tailored support for a diverse range of complex health needs, including Stroke, Parkinson's, Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Motor Neurone Disease (MND), and Huntington’s disease, as well as a diverse set of memory care requirements.
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Care Provided by Pitkerro Care Centre
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Mental Health Condition
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
- Eating Disorders
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Nursing Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- Dementia Nursing Care
- For a maximum of 70 Service Users
Dementia Care TypesMild Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "mild dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Memory problems such as misplacing items and not be able to recall recent events (however, in some forms of dementia a person's memory may be unchanged)
- Difficulties thinking through problems and planning, making decisions
- Language and communication issues such as finding it difficult to recall the appropriate word in a conversation or following a conversation
- Poor orientation, getting lost in areas previously familiar to them
- Difficulty judging distances (more falls than usual)
- Changes in their normal mood including anxiety and depression
- In certain types of dementia, personality and behaviour changes may be present alongside or instead of issues with memory or concentration.
Moderate Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "moderate dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Worsened memory problems. Not always recognising own family members and friends. Repeating the same questions over and over again
- Worsened language and communication issues, forgetting what they are saying mid-sentence. Not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- More frequent confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Advanced Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "severe dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Severe memory problems. Not recognising family members and friends. Not being able to recall their own name
- Severe language and communication issues, not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- Severe confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Verbally or physically aggressive behaviour
If your loved one displays this type of behaviour you may need a care home that has specially trained staff. Verbal/physical aggression is often defined:
- Consistent shouting and screaming
- Verbal abuse
- Physical abuse
How we define Dementia Care Types
Mild Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "mild dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Memory problems such as misplacing items and not be able to recall recent events (however, in some forms of dementia a person's memory may be unchanged)
- Difficulties thinking through problems and planning, making decisions
- Language and communication issues such as finding it difficult to recall the appropriate word in a conversation or following a conversation
- Poor orientation, getting lost in areas previously familiar to them
- Difficulty judging distances (more falls than usual)
- Changes in their normal mood including anxiety and depression
- In certain types of dementia, personality and behaviour changes may be present alongside or instead of issues with memory or concentration.
Moderate Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "moderate dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Worsened memory problems. Not always recognising own family members and friends. Repeating the same questions over and over again
- Worsened language and communication issues, forgetting what they are saying mid-sentence. Not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- More frequent confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Advanced Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "severe dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Severe memory problems. Not recognising family members and friends. Not being able to recall their own name
- Severe language and communication issues, not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- Severe confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Verbally or physically aggressive behaviour
If your loved one displays this type of behaviour you may need a care home that has specially trained staff. Verbal/physical aggression is often defined:
- Consistent shouting and screaming
- Verbal abuse
- Physical abuse
How we define Dementia Care Types
- Mild Dementia
- Moderate Dementia
- Advanced/Complex Dementia
Other Care Provided
- Parkinson's Disease
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- COPD/Pulmonary Disease
- Convalescent Care
- Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Smoking not permitted
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Residents Kitchenette
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
Fees are based on a needs assessment of the individual coming into the Home.
* For a Premium Room add £50 to the above prices.
**The above prices are based on Direct Debit billing. Any other method of payment will attract a further 2% administration charge.
***Prices are subject to change to reflect a change in your individual care needs and dependency level. We will provide 28 days advance notice of any price change due to a change in your care needs.
****Prices are also subject to annual uplifts to reflect rising cost of care; e.g. staffing, food, utilities etc... We will always provide 28 days’ notice in advance of any price change due to rising costs.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Pitkerro Care Centre for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Pitkerro Care Centre to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:
Funding Types Accepted
- Self-Funding (Private)
- Local Authority with Top-up
- Local Authority
Support you may be entitled to
- If you choose a care home based in Scotland, you may be eligible for the Scottish Government's Free Personal Care funding of up to £260.30 per week (if you are over the age of 65) and Free Nursing Care funding of up to £117.10 per week. This support is not reflected in this fee amount.
Good to Know
Group / Owner
- Hudson Healthcare
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Lyndsey Robbie (Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Year Purpose Built: -1
- Last Refurbishment: 2023
- Number of floors: 2
Room Information
- Single Rooms (70)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (70)
Parking
- There is an on-site car park
Pitkerro Care Centre Reviews (97)
Pitkerro Care Centre has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.778) out of 10, based on 17 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Pitkerro Care Centre has 97 reviews.
I would just like to thank the staff for the care they do for a family member. I've been unable to visit for personal reasons, however on my visit this time the revamp is so inviting and the staff are so helpful and friendly. I watched a member of staff, her calmness and dedication to her patient was a delight to see. The patience she had was above and beyond. I'm so happy with the care and dedication your staff deliver. The entertainment, arts and crafts etc, I could go on. A very inviting care home.
Thank you for your kind review of our services and staff at our Pitkerro Care Centre. I'll ensure that your comments are passed on to our dedicated team.
Every time I visit my mum she has this happy smile, and that makes me feel good, and knowing that all the staff are striving to make sure that her care and wellbeing are being looked after in the best possible way.
Thank you for your review of our services and staff at Pitkerro Care Centre. I'll ensure that your views are passed on to the entire team.
We found the staff to be very friendly, very helpful and very professional in their roles.
My Mum has been in Pitkerro Care Centre for over 2 years and I cannot fault the care she has been given. The staff are all so very helpful and are able to put my mum at ease if she gets over anxious. If my Mum was not in Pitkerro Care being cared for 24/7, I do not think she would be with us and for that, I am extremely grateful.
Thank you for sharing your views on the care of your Mum, we really appreciate your kind words.
We are very happy with the care provided to Dad at Pitkerro Care Centre. The staff are very dedicated and helpful and keep us fully informed on what's happening on the inside as we cannot visit at this time. They are very attentive to Dad and are providing excellent care in these very difficult times. Dad is very happy there and has settled in well since he arrived there in March. We really appreciate what they are all doing and can't thank them enough for this.
The staff have excellent relationships with their residents, building trust and providing personalised care in a relaxed and friendly environment.
Visitors are welcomed at all times and families are kept updated and feel assured their loved ones are being well cared for.
The staff do a great job and are all (Carers, nurses, manager, kitchen staff, cleaners, handyman etc.) approachable, welcoming and show great kindness and respect for the residents.
Thank you for all the care, kindness and support you have provided to us and our father it is much appreciated by our family.
My mum is now recovering and doing well so massive thanks again to all the staff.
Thank you for your kind words and thank you for all the support that your family have given to the home over the years. Once again thank you.
Rooms are bright and airy.
Overall, I would say the care is excellent and meets the needs of my aunt. I know she is in safe hands, and she can certainly be a handful.
Can’t thank the staff enough for their dedication and commitment.
Thanks so much for your kind comments, they mean a lot to us.
My mum has been in the home for over 2 years, our family have never had any problems with the home or staff. We are always made welcome on arrival at the home and are always kept up to date with mums care on a regular basis. During this period of COVID-19, we feel the staff are doing an excellent job.
Thanks so much. Your comments are very much appreciated, especially through these challenging times.
My Mum has been with Pitkerro Care home since the end of last year. I have to say all the staff have been supportive, understanding and very friendly to me and Mum. With her increasing dementia at 94 years of age, it requires skill and understanding to look after this condition. It’s hard enough putting your mum into any form of care, but Pitkerro has lifted a huge weight off my shoulders. I looked after mum for 10 years after losing my Dad, and it was social care who suggested the time had come for her safety to take the next step. I will be forever grateful for their care and attention under very difficult circumstances.
In these times I am very pleased with the communication and openness of the staff that kept me up to date with everything. I would very much like to thank the staff for doing a wonderful job. I and my sister thank you very much.
Picking a care home for a family member is never easy even more so when you are 500 miles away and can’t be there at a drop of a hat. The moment I stepped into Pitkerro Care Centre the staff were extremely friendly and easy to talk to about concerns and the relocation from a previous care home. The team at Pitkerro made the move easy and the transition for our family member to settle. In recent weeks we have seen the country move to lock down and the team at Pitkerro have been fabulous and we can’t fault them. We received regular updates via email and phone, some specific to our family member while other updates are more general to everyday living. We can’t fault the team at Pitkerro, their dedication to the residents is outstanding and are always putting their care first.
Just wanted to say a BIG thank you to all the staff taking care of my Dad during these very hard and stressful times, your care and help are so appreciated. Thank you again.
Pitkerro Care Centre is very good. Kindly management and staff, has a nice outlook, is central for buses and good parking area. Maybe a bit more activities for residents.
Friendliness of staff. Good medical care. Overall good facility.
They let me know if they have to phone the GP if my mother-in-law needs a doctor, if there is a virus in the home They are all very nice to both residents and visitors. My mother-in-law is very happy here and is well looked after. I could not ask for more.
Thank you so much for reviewing us, we really appreciate it. It means a lot to all the staff.
Very happy with the staff, when you arrive at the home, they always make you feel very welcome. If there is anything getting done in the home, they always phone and let you know.
Thank you so much for your kind words, we appreciate your comments it means a lot to us.
My uncle needs 24-hour care and I, as a nurse for 43 years cannot fault the care he has been given since September last year. He is not always the easiest person to care for and I admire their patience.
Thanks guys and gals.
Thank you Shelagh for taking the time from your busy schedule to review us. Please know that you are still welcome should there be any concerns in future to see the manager, at any time during the weekdays.
All good. No problem. Found staff helpful and very nice.
Thank you, Norman, for reviewing us and we really appreciate your comments. I am available all working days from 0900hrs to 1730hrs should you want to see me to discuss any concerns, your openness will help us make improvements. Thank you once more.
My Dad has now been in Pitkerro Care Centre for one year. In the time he has been there I have had no concerns at all. He is very well looked after. He is happy and likes the staff and the environment. The food always looks very good. I feel very happy visiting him and know if I have any concerns I could very easily speak to the manager and her staff as they are all very approachable.
Thank you for reviewing us, we appreciate your support to the home and we still encourage you to let the manager of staff know if in future there are any concerns.
Regulatory Rating
Care Inspectorate (CI) Rating
Date: 22 May 2025- How well do we support people's wellbeing?Good
(4)
- How good is our leadership?Good
(4)
- How good is our staff team?Very Good
(5)
- How good is our setting?Adequate
(3)
- How well is care and support planned?Very Good
(5)
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Meet the Team (1)

I am a registered general nurse and throughout my career I have been fortunate to care for some wonderful people both in the hospital setting and the private sector. I have progressed professionally throughout my career and have vast experience as a home manager. My focus is on delivering high standards of care for all, and to create a warm homely and inviting environment.
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