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Dundee: Wellburn Care Home to be taken over by Diocese of Dunkeld


In October 2104 the Little Sisters of the Poor announced, that due to a shortage of vocations they could no longer continue their mission at the Wellburn Care Home in Dundee, bringing to an end 152 years of caring lovingly for the vulnerable elderly in Dundee.

On 27 February 2015, the Little Sisters verbally accepted an offer from the Diocese of Dunkeld to continue the vital mission of care and support for the infirm elderly at Wellburn, by allowing the Diocese to take over the Home. The legal and practical arrangements for the transfer of mission will be worked out over the coming months.

Sr Joseph Christine, Mother Provincial of the Little Sisters on behalf of the Congregation said: "The Little Sisters, are delighted to be able to entrust the continuation of their essential work to the Diocese of Dunkeld. We are very happy with the arrangements being negotiated and wish Bishop Stephen and the Diocese of Dunkeld God's blessing in continuing the work of our Foundress, St Jeanne Jugan."

Commenting on behalf of the Diocese of Dunkeld, Bishop Stephen Robson said: "The Catholic Church believes, that the continued operation of Wellburn will best serve the infirm and elderly and protect their rights, interests and dignity, by continuing the loving service and care of those in need."

"I have known the Little Sisters since I was a child and have always had a great love and respect for them and their work. We will be happily blessed indeed if we can achieve their level of service and love and dedication."

There are eight Little Sisters of the Poor remaining in Dundee, but only two are under 70 years of age.

For more information on the Little Sisters of the Poor see: www.littlesistersofthepoor.co.uk/

Source: SCMO/ICN

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