St Columba's

1 Logie Street, Dundee DD2 2QF
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9.2 12 Reviews
  • St Columba's, Dundee
St Columba's care home in Dundee offers residents a caring and welcoming home.   

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.

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Care Provided by St Columba's

  • Type of Service
    • Nursing Home
  • Privately Owned
  • For a maximum of 54 Service Users
  • Primary Care Categories
  • Dementia
  • Learning Disability
  • Mental Health Condition
  • Older Person Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Respite Care
  • Sensory Impairment
  • Care Offered
  • Alzheimer's
  • Epilepsy
  • Hearing Impairment
  • Huntington's Disease
  • Neuropathic
  • Orthopaedic
  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Speech Impairment
  • Stroke
  • Visual Impairment
  • Other Care Provided
  • Own GP if required
  • Palliative Care
  • Separate Specialist Dementia Care Unit

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Maryrose Saligumba (Manager)
  • Admission Criteria
    • Ages 65+
  • Room Information
    • Single Rooms (54)
  • Care Home Design/Build
    • Purpose Built: Yes
    • Last Refurbishment: 2019

Funding & Fees Guide for St Columba's

  • Funding Types Accepted
  • Self funding (Private)
  • Local Authority with Top-Up
  • Local Authority
  • NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) Funding
  • Weekly Charges per Person
    • Self-Funded Residential Care from £1,075
    • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care from £1,075
    • Self-Funded Nursing Care from £1,075
    • Self-Funded Nursing Dementia Care from £1,075
    • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Care from £1,075
    • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care from £1,075
    • RESPITE Self-Funded Nursing Care from £1,075
    • RESPITE Self-Funded Nursing Dementia Care from £1,075
  • (these prices are only a guideline, please contact St Columba's to find out the exact price for your requirements)

Facilities

  • Bar/Café
  • Close to Local shops
  • Gardens
  • Lift
  • Minibus or other transport
  • Near Public Transport
  • Own Furniture if required
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access
  • Residents Kitchenette
  • Television point in own room
  • Wheelchair Access

St Columba's Reviews (12)

9.2

St Columba's has a Review Score of 9.2 (9.189) out of 10, based on 7 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time St Columba's has 12 reviews.

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Review from S K (Daughter of Resident) published on 24 February 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We are pleased with Mum's overall care from day to day she is well looked after her needs are all met, as a wheelchair user she needs support with everything including feeding, dressing and washing she never complains and loves her food. They are kept busy with activities and also exercise if they
feel like it, there is also a cinema room and library. Mum is now 94 years old and likes a lie down in the afternoon the staff are used to her habits and are always on hand to assist. If there is a problem the manager is always available, all the staff are friendly and caring, and they all work as a team to make the lives of the residents worthwhile.

Reply from Veronica Gibson, Director at St Columba's

Thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to review St Columba's. This really means a lot to the team in the home. We are extremely proud of the whole staff team at St Columba's.


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Review from Bob B (Son of Resident) published on 23 January 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

My mum has been a resident at St Columba's care home for over 6 years and resides on floor 1. All the staff are very attentive, very friendly towards her and know her little quirks. The family is kept up to date with all information by the staff which is very helpful to us.
It is a pity that the residents
are having to stay in their rooms at present due to the ongoing work replacing the kitchen and decorating the lounge but this is not the staff's fault and they are coping well with the situation.
Overall the staff are doing a very job looking after the residents and seeing to their needs.

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Review from Mary S (Niece of Resident) published on 8 January 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My aunt has been in St Columba's for nearly 5 years. The care she receives there has been excellent. When my aunt first went into the home, she was unable to look after herself and had been transferred there from hospital. She only weighed 5 stone, was really confused and we were told she was double
incontinent. She is now healthy, happy, has gained 4 stone and is actually not incontinent. The staff are brilliant with my aunt. She is well looked after from every member of the St Columba's team. Putting a family member into a care home is the hardest decision for anyone, but I believe if we hadn't done this for our aunt, she wouldn't be here today.

Reply from Andy Prior, Director at St Columba's

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a lovely and detailed review. We are immensely proud of the staff team at St Columba's and we know they are always thrilled to read reviews like yours. We will ensure the whole team is sent your review personally. Kindest Regards.


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Review from Christine T (Daughter of Resident) published on 10 April 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I am very happy with the care that my mum receives from all staff. Everyone is very friendly and helpful. They clearly get to know their residents well and are aware of their likes and dislikes. Social activities/outings are varied and relatives and residents are regularly asked if there’s anything
in particular they are interested in.

Reply from Veronica Gibson, Director at St Columba's

Thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to review St Columbas. This really means a lot to the team in the home. We are extremely proud of the whole staff team at St Columbas.


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Review from Katharine W (Daughter of Resident) published on 10 April 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I am very happy with the care my relative receives. She is clean, warm, well fed and treated with dignity and respect. Her wishes are taken into account where appropriate. Laundry is done daily. There are plenty of activities to keep her engaged, and relatives are welcome to join in activities. All
staff are always welcoming, friendly, caring and attentive. She is as settled and happy as she can be, given her condition. Her room is clean, comfortable, warm and recently redecorated, although we are still waiting for work to be done to upgrade her bathroom. There are regular communications from the home, and staff will contact us directly if they have any concerns. The manager is approachable and deals promptly with any matter we have raised. There are quarterly relatives' meetings and any matter raised is addressed.

Reply from Veronica Gibson, Director at St Columba's

Thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to review St Columba's. This really means a lot to the team in the home. We are extremely proud of the whole staff team at St Columba's.


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Review from Carol M (Daughter of Resident) published on 13 June 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mum continues to get excellent care and support from the dedicated staff. Communication regarding Mum's progress is effective. Any concerns regarding Mum's health are dealt with quickly. All staff are very friendly and helpful, from the nurses, administrator and the lady who does the washing - a
true team effort. Thank you.

Reply from Veronica Gibson, Director at St Columba's

Thank you very much for taking the time to review St Columba's Care Home. It is extremely encouraging to hear such positive remarks about the staff team at St Columba's. We are extremely proud of the manager and her team. Kindest Regards.


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Review from Bobby B (Son of Resident) published on 24 May 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Excellent care as always - looking after my mum since February last year. Keep her happy and lots of activities. The staff have good humour. Well-fed and kept clean. Clean environment. A safe place for all. Would recommend it to all.

Reply from Andy Prior, Director at St Columba's

Thank you for your glowing review. The manager and her team at St Columba's work hard everyday to achieve these standards of care. Your kind words will mean so much to them.
Kind Regards.


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Review from Heather B (Daughter of Resident) published on 28 February 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Excellent, happy with all care and everyone is very approachable and very helpful. Members of staff will help with any problem regarding my mother. Staff skills are very good. Management is excellent. Everyone is helpful.

Reply from Andy Prior, Director at St Columba's

Thank you very much for taking the time to review St Columbas Care Home. We are immensely proud of our staff team and all the hard work they do to maintain such high standards.
We will continue to upgrade and improve the communal areas and bedrooms to maximise everyone’s individual enjoyment of the home.


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Review from G W (Son of Resident) published on 24 February 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Staff friendly and professional. Quick to resolve any problems that arise. The standard of cleanliness is excellent. The meals and snacks provided are first class. The activities and entertainment provided are very good and varied.

Reply from Mary Rose Saligumba, St Columbas Care Home Manager at St Columba's

Thank you very much for taking the time to review St Columbas Care Home. All staff are working so hard as a team so we can continuously meet the needs of our clients. It makes a difference when we know that clients and relatives are happy with the provision of care. We greatly appreciate your feedback.


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Review from J C (Son of Resident) published on 16 November 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Very friendly staff, multiple activities throughout the week and a very warm and friendly environment. Well-managed care, with one-to-one nursing care and additional care staff on every level to ensure all our parent's needs are being met. When visiting, the care staff are always visible and cheery;
even the cleaning staff seem happy about their work. When leaving after visiting, there are no lingering worries and peace of mind that they are being well looked after and cared for.

Reply from Andy Prior, Director at St Columba's

Thank you very much for your excellent review of St Columbas. We could not do what we do without our great team of staff at St Columba's. Your feedback is greatly appreciated.


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Review from A F (Son of Resident) published on 7 November 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Very good care staff. My father always seems to be clean, and he really likes the food. He doesn't like other residents coming into his room uninvited, but, not sure how this can be prevented. He has had a couple of items go missing, which really upsets him.

Reply from Mary Rose Saligumba, Home Manager at St Columba's

Following a discussion with the son, he confirmed that he has no concerns at this present time. The concern raised happened a while back, and at that time, he did not feel it was enough to raise to staff; he is also aware that there is no other client coming into his father's room now. Encouraged the son to raise any concerns at any time with me or the nurse on duty. Son is aware that he can come to see me in my office at any time.


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Review from Grant F (Son of Resident) published on 11 October 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

The care my mother receives is generally very good.
However, it is rather unfortunate the high turnover of staff, and whilst training is given it can take some time for care staff to get used to the residents and the working of the home.
The meals supplied seem to be of good quality, but some elements
could possibly be improved upon. I understand the need for simplicity in the kitchen when catering for so many people, but sometimes this can lead to a lack of quality in certain respects.

Reply from Mary Rose Saligumba, Home Manager at St Columba's

Thank you for your honest feedback. We are currently reviewing our Winter menu to ensure there is more variety of food choices, including seasonal vegetables etc, and to be prepared according to the clients' liking.
All staff undertake training on a monthly basis so staff can continuously provide the optimum level of care, adhering to clients' preferences and choices, and we will strive to maintain staff continuity on each designated floor.


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Current Review Score: 9.2 (9.189)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.2 (9.189) out of 10 for St Columba's is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.8 out of 5 from 7 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.3 out of 5 from 7 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Care Home is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  • a) 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months.

    The Average Rating of 4.841 for St Columba's is calculated as follows: ( (69 Excellents x 5) + (13 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 82 Ratings = 4.841

  • b) 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5').

    The 4.348 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for St Columba's is based on 7 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    • i) 4 points are available for the first 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 3.7

    • ii) 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the registered maximum number of service users in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Care Home registered for a maximum of 50 service users has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 54 registered maximum number of service users is 10.8. 7 Positive Reviews ÷ 10.8 = 0.648

  • When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.

  • If a Care Home does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

Performance

Care Inspectorate (CI) Rating

Date: 3 Jun 2024

How well do we support people's wellbeing? Adequate

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How good is our leadership? Adequate

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How good is our staff team? Adequate

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How good is our setting? Good

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How well is care and support planned? Adequate

(3)

Care Inspectorate is responsible for the registration and inspection of social care services in Scotland.

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Meet the Team (1)

Mary Rose

Mary Rose Saligumba

Job Title: Home Manager

Joined: 2022

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, Respite Care, Learning Disability, Mental Health Condition, Physical Disability & Sensory Impairment are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.

What additional types of Care does St Columba's provide?

Palliative Care, Separate Specialist Dementia Care Unit & Own GP if required are other types of care provided.

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, 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.