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Staff at St Columba's have the skills and experience to meet an extensive range of personal needs including residential, nursing and dementia care, as well as welcoming people with physical disabilities.
Residents enjoy the lovely landscaped gardens at St Columba's Care home.There is also "memory lane", a street ,which offers access to a bar, sweet shop, library, arts and crafts room, movie room, hairdressing salon and old fashioned laundry.
Care Provided by St Columba's
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Learning Disability / Autism
- 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 54 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
Other Care Provided
- Parkinson's Disease
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- COPD/Pulmonary Disease
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
- Bar/Café
- Residents Kitchenette
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact St Columba's for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact St Columba's 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
- Priority Care
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Maryrose Saligumba (Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Last Refurbishment: 2025
- Number of floors: 3
Room Information
- Single Rooms (54)
St Columba's Reviews (32)
St Columba's has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.868) out of 10, based on 23 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time St Columba's has 32 reviews.
However we were actually blown away, we were greeted by the Manager, who made sure mum had everything she needed, also on each visit she asks, how we are, how we feel mums settling and if there's anything she can assist with
The building is decorated lovely, and it's spotless! The gardens are beautiful and well maintained!
There's a cinema room, a hair/beauty salon an activities room, library and even a small lil pub and sweetie shop
The staff are lovely and very welcoming May is on the ball and there to help with any queries, also there's one carer in particular called Linda that, has made me feel so at ease looking after mum and that this home was the right choice!
It is wonderful to hear that you felt welcomed and...
The staff are very caring and considerate and care for the residents with courtesy and respect . The safety of residents is taken seriously and my sister is happy and safe in this facility. thank you for looking after her so well.
Thank you so much Jo for your wonderful review. It truly means a lot to all of us. Our team works hard every day to create a positive, caring environment for every family, and hearing that you've had such a good experience reminds us why we do what we do. Your kind words have really made our day.
My Auntie was admitted to St Columbas for end of life care. She only had 18 days at St Columbas but our experience was tremendous. The staff were so outstanding both to her and our family. We were always made to feel welcome and nothing was too much trouble. On the day my Auntie passed away Nicky, the nurse on duty explained everything that was happening, we never at any point felt scared or kept in the dark.
Thank you for your lovely review. The whole team was genuinely touched by your words. We put our hearts into what we do, and hearing that its felt by families makes all the hard work worthwhile. Your support means everything to us.
My aunt moved into St Columbas care home in March 2026. From the very 1st day she was in there,she loved it,she felt settled and comfortable,staff where always there to lend a hand and make sure her needs where met. The rooms where immaculate and dining hall was also very clean. The other residents looked happy and content. On the day my aunty passed,the nurse(Nikki)'was always on hand to tell us what was happening and to reassure us that my aunt was never in any pain or discomfort.
We sincerely appreciate your positive review. Feedback like yours encourages our entire staff and reinforces the commitment we bring to supporting families. Knowing that our efforts are making a difference means more to us than you can imagine. Thank you for taking the time to share your experience.
Mum admitted to St Columbas Care Home 23rd Feb 2026. Overall the care support towards Mum has been great. However Mum does have capacity and more stimulation tasks would have been welcomed. Understand each resident's needs vary. More maybe games, quizzes, bingo my mum would love. Movie nights etc. Staff/nurses lovely.
We also...
We are always welcome with a happy smile from all staff and manager. Mum is always happy when we see her. Only thing please play other music than just ABBA. Staff are always there for my mums needs. Marie- Rose is always chatty and happy
Thank you for your lovely review. We are delighted to hear that you always receive a warm welcome from our staff and management team, and that your mum is happy and well cared for. It means a great deal to us to know that our team is meeting her needs and creating a positive environment for both residents and their families.
The staff are excellent with my aunt they have patience with the more demanding residents and the manager is very nice. The manager is very supportive of families and staff overall are very helpful.
Thank you for your deeply thoughtful review. It truly means so much to us to know that our care has positively touched not only our residents lives but also the lives of their families. Your kind words reaffirm the purpose behind our work and inspire us to continue striving for the highest quality...
This care home offers excellent care to my mother. Staff are so nice, very caring and always ready to help. The manager and staff nurse keep me informed either by phone or face to face meetings regarding any adjustments required to ensure my mother receives the very best of care they can provide. Happily I have nothing negative to say, only good thing. I am delighted with the home in general and so happy with all the staff.
Thank you so much for your heartfelt review. Hearing that our work has had a positive impactnot only on our residents, but also on their familiestruly means a lot to us. Your words remind us of the purpose behind everything we do and motivate us to continue providing the highest standard of...
Brilliant care home very nice staff on point with communication very clean and nice my gran is getting well looked after the rooms are very nice and spacious and very clean the lounge and kitchen are nice and Upto date the home has recently been renovated which is lovely and welcoming my gran gets her nails done and hair which there is a hairdressers within the home overall lovely place
Thank you for taking the time to leave such a lovely review of St Columbas. The manager and all of her staff team at the home will be so pleased to read your kind words. We are very proud of the whole team and the care and support they provide every day.
staff very helpful with mums care.
We're all welcomed with smiles .Environment is lovely, homely and newly refurbished to excellence.Manager is very accommodating and always have time to discuss mum's care. .mum has enjoyed her time here xx
We're absolutely delighted to hear that you and your family have felt so welcome and supported, and that your mum has enjoyed her time with us. Our team works incredibly hard to create a warm, homely environment where residents and families...
And always taking care of the residents.
Always working with a smile on the face.
Home is always clean.
Nothing to complain about.Staff always interacting with residents. Food always looks good
Would definitely recommend
Thank you for taking the time to leave such a lovely review of St Columba's. Mary Rose and all of her staff team at the home will be so pleased to read your kind words. We are very proud of the whole team and the care and support they provide every day.
He absolutely loves his new forever home
The manager is lovely and very approachable, when we 1st went to look at home we asked to make an appointment for a look around , the manager invited us in there and then. The home is beautifully decored and a light n airy feel about it ,the lounge n dining area is so welcoming and the bedrooms.s are tastefully decorated
The staff are absolutely lovely and my brother has built up a rapport with them
The food is plentiful and looks delicious and my brother enjoys it all haha
There are lots of activities and trips out and a lovely corridor downstairs with cinema room shop, bar and beautiful gardens
Im so releived and happy that my brother is settled and happy in his new forever home
Well done staff , so glad we chose here xx
Thank you for the heartfelt review. It's always uplifting to hear that our efforts have made a positive difference-not just to our residents, but to their families as well. Your feedback reminds us why we do what we do, and it inspires us to continue delivering the highest standard of care.Please...
My dad is in this home, so well looked after & the staff are absolutely lovely, he is always clean & looks well cared for, he enjoys living there and also loves the staff. I would definitely recommend it.
Thank you for taking the time to leave such a lovely review of St Columba's. The Manager and all of her staff team at the home will be so pleased to read your kind words. We are very proud of the whole team and the care and support they provide every day.
Luckily for her there was a place available.
She is delighted with the care and attention she gets, and loves the company and entertainment laid on
I just wanted to extend my sincere appreciation for sharing your experience. Your kind words mean a lot to us and truly reflect the dedication and compassion our team puts into caring for our residents every day.
Was at a relatives meeting chaired by the Care Home Manager and she fully informed us of what has been happening recently and what the . future plans they have. The recent upgrades have made the Care Home Improvements to a very high and comfortable standard. I find the staff very approachable and helpful and they take great care of the Residents. All food is home cooked on the premises giving a variety of choice each day. My brother in law has settled in well and I am very pleased with the care he receives. Many thanks keep up the great work.
Thank you so much for sharing your experienceit truly lifted our spirits. Your kind words are a source of encouragement and a beautiful reminder of why we strive to give our very best every single day.
My aunt had a lot of difficulties in accepting she needed help. She was so understand afraid and angry about losing her independence. St Columbus have been amazing at helping support both her and the family in trying to deal with how difficult the whole process has been. My aunt has now settled down and is seeming happier. The home is immaculately clean and the staff are all very gentle and accommodating of my concerns. Of particular note are three ladies who have had a good understanding of my aunt and how best to help her.
It's so great to read your glowing review. Thank you very much for taking the time to write such a detailed insight. We are very proud of everything Mary Rose and her team do every day to help loved ones maintain as much independence as possible.
Very happy with her placement here.
Thank you all.
Thank you for taking the time to leave such a lovely review of St Columbas. The manager and all of the team at the home will be so pleased to read your kind words. We are very proud of the whole team and the care and support they provide every day.
Very happy with mum's placement here. Although she has only been here for several weeks, Mum has settled in well and staff are kind and approachable. They are attentive to mum's needs and treat her as an individual. I am delighted that there is a garden and different activities for the residents.
Thank you for taking the time to leave such a lovely review of St Columbas. The manager and all of the team at the home will be so pleased to read your kind words. We are very proud of the whole team and the care and support they provide every day.
All the staff work as a team and are constant faces for mum. Nothing is too much bother.
I knew things were going to go well when the day after mums admission I was greeted by name by all the staff. So welcoming. X x
Thank you very much for taking the time to review St Columbas Care Home. It means a lot to everyone involved in caring for your loved one and others. We are extremely proud of the staff team at the home and we'll make sure everyone gets to read your kind words.
Mum has only been with St Columba's for 5 months. I was apprehensive about Mum moving into care and decisions were put off for a long period. The transfer to residential care has been a remarkable success both for Mum and the family. Mum has been better the past few months since moving in than for years before and she enjoys it and calls it her home/her little flat. She has settled in really well and is well cared for by the remarkably attentive staff. It has been a great relief to the rest of the family to see her so settled and well cared for. It is a pleasure to visit Mum in her current environment and to see how much she enjoys and appreciates the care provided.
Thank you for taking the time to leave such a lovely review of St Columbas. The manager and all of the team at the home will be so pleased to read your kind words. We are very proud of the whole team and the care and support they provide every day.
Regulatory Rating
Care Inspectorate (CI) Rating
Date: 03 October 2025- How well do we support people's wellbeing?Good
(4)
- How good is our leadership?Good
(4)
- How good is our staff team?Good
(4)
- How good is our setting?Very Good
(5)
- How well is care and support planned?Good
(4)
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Meet the Team (1)

Bachelor of Science in Nursing '95 with an area of expertise in Emergency Room, Medical Surgical Ward, ICU Ward; Registered General Nurse, Passed Board of Nursing 1995; Managed another Care Home within the group; worked in various care homes and have worked in a hospital setting as well.
Frequently Asked Questions about St Columba's
What types of Care is St Columba's registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Learning Disability / Autism, Mental Health Condition, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment, Eating Disorders are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does St Columba's have?
There are 54 Single Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at St Columba's?
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, Bar/Café, Residents Kitchenette, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is St Columba's to the centre of Dundee?
1.1 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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