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With a hairdressing salon and fantastic activity and entertainment rooms, residents can enjoy their time in a homely and welcoming atmosphere. Ballumbie Court also offers welcoming dining areas where residents can enjoy meals created by the catering team. Focusing on nutrition as well as enjoyment, they design menus that offer each resident...
Care Provided by Ballumbie Court Care Home
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Learning Disability / Autism
- Mental Health Condition
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Dementia Nursing Care
- For a maximum of 58 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
- Moderate Dementia
Other Care Provided
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
Facilities
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Ballumbie Court Care Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Ballumbie Court Care Home 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
- HC-One
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Cari Hendry(Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Last Refurbishment: 2006
Room Information
- Single Rooms (58)
Ballumbie Court Care Home Reviews (77)
Ballumbie Court Care Home has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.855) out of 10, based on 26 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Ballumbie Court Care Home has 77 reviews.
Home is lovely and staff are lovely. My Gran is well cared for and happy here.
My husband is resident at the home. He was very ill and not expected to pull through with the time and dedication from the staff he slowly recuperated. The carers and management are so caring for all the residents as I have seen for myself, even down to the domestics who are always busy but always greet you. I am a regular visitor to the home and it is spotless and the rooms are very clean and well furnished. I am always welcomed every day I am there and received coffee and biscuits and asked how I am myself. I find this is one of the best homes in Dundee and I have viewed many before my husband went there. I am very satisfied with the home and the care he is given as his welfare comes first.
Over the last weeks, the general atmosphere in the home has been amazing. Staff (all) seem more relaxed and happier. We have complained many times over the 10 months Mum has been a resident, but I think due to changes in staff members and a good management team (more so in last few weeks) residents and staff seem to know and care for every resident. I met two ladies who had come to view home for their Mum and I totally recommended Ballumbie (This was not my opinion many months ago).
After a change of management things very much improved. Over the last month, a senior member has left, you can now both feel and see improved care for residents and a happy working atmosphere for staff, this good work feeling has been passed on to residents.
My sister has been very ill over the past week, the family have been with her constantly during this period. The dedication and love she has received has been wonderful. The staff have also been very supportive to all of us, offering us food and drinks throughout the day and night.
Entertainment for residents could be better but is difficult in the circumstances of the residents illnesses.
Staff are very caring and built a rapport with me and other residents.
My independence was respected and staff were always willing to help if required.
Good personal care and attention to residents. Activities improving. Room kept clean. Good varied menus. Staff there for you as a relative when sometimes get a bit upset. Only issue is clothes, mainly underwear going missing.
Thank you for taking the time to give this review. We are happy that you have a positive experience at Ballumbie. We have undertaken a review of our marking system and hope we have improved our processes.
My mother has been a resident of Ballumbie Care Home for the first 4 years, while this has been a very difficult time, she has received excellent care and treatment. The staff are friendly and attentive in dealing with my mother and the other residents. The staff do an excellent job under difficult circumstances, as all residents have different needs. That does not mean that there is no room for improvement this in not a criticism but should keep the staff on their toes.
We had expert advice and support from everyone. Last week was particularly difficult as you can imagine but once again the staff were there to guide and support us. My mum was treated with respect and dignity throughout and we have nothing but praise and the utmost respect for all of them.
I do believe that the staff of Ballumbie are magnificent and that they very much make the place the special home it is. As my father's health continues to deteriorate I am absolutely sure if he requires care then Ballumbie will be my number one choice. Thank you to everyone for being kind, caring and patient!
Nice place to be.
My brother has settled in well. It's a nice home and the carers are very good to him.
Every time I go to visit mum I see how helpful and caring the staff are. If mum has a fall or change of medicine they contact me. She has her appetite back and likes to drink water and tea. Before coming there she was in hospital and another care home for two weeks but the atmosphere are the other care home was awful. There has been a good change in mum since she came to Ballumbie Care Home, I can only say positive things about Ballumbie and it's staff.
My mum enjoys staying here. She likes the staff and the routine. Only thing she would like is to be taken out more.
Thanking you again...
Great friendly staff, grandmother settled in well. Food and facilities are perfect for my grandmother.
I am resident at Ballumbie. I enjoy living here. always things to do. I use the bus a lot or shopping. The carers are kind and helpful. The food is excellent. The manager is friendly and kind. I enjoy living here.
My sister-in-law has been resident in the secure unit of Ballumbie Court for 2 ½ years. She suffers from Alzheimer's disease. The care she is receiving at the home is excellent in every respect. The staff liaise with my wife who has power of attorney for her sister keeping her very well informed of all matters. We have complete confidence in Ballumbie Court and the staff.
Staff always welcoming, individual care to residents very good.
Regulatory Rating
Care Inspectorate (CI) Rating
Date: 08 May 2024- How well do we support people's wellbeing?Very Good
(5)
- How good is our leadership?Very Good
(5)
- How good is our staff team?Very Good
(5)
- How good is our setting?Very Good
(5)
- How well is care and support planned?Very Good
(5)
Bed Vacancies
Please contact us for latest vacancies.
News (16) & Events (0)
- 04 Dec 2025
Ballumbie Court Care Home in Dundee, part of HC-One Scotland, is delighted to announce its upcoming Christmas Party, taking place on Friday 12th December from 2:00pm to 4:00pm. Residents, families,...
- 25 Jun 2025
HC-One Scotland is proud to announce that Ballumbie Court, a nursing dementia care home in Dundee, has achieved a perfect 10/10 review score on the independent care review website, carehome.co.uk....
- 04 Jun 2025
HC-One care homes across Britain are preparing to open their doors to welcome in visitors from their local communities to join them in this year’s Care Home Open Week celebrations...
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