Cartref Dyfi Care Home

Maenngwyn Street, Machynlleth SY20 8EL
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9.9 27 Reviews
  • Cartref Dyfi Care Home, Machynlleth
Cartref Dyfi has been purpose-designed for a flexible approach to residential care needs, allowing carers to welcome requirements for respite, palliative and convalescence care, as well as those looking for dementia care.

Situated in the centre of Machynlleth with all of its amenities, the single-storey home is well equipped for modern care needs, while providing a homely stay. Pleasant lounges and a beautiful garden offer relaxing and comfortable accommodation both inside and out. All bedrooms are fully furnished and include 24-hour call systems.

All dietary and cultural requirements are taken account of during mealtimes, with the chef endeavouring to keep all tastes satisfied, and working closely with the activities co-ordinator to make sure themed events also see a satisfying range of food available.

Music, games, memory lane groups and arts and crafts are some of the activities that residents enjoy, with the home supporting as active and independent a lifestyle as possible.
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Care Provided

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Learning Disability / Autism

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 28 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia
  • Advanced/Complex Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • Palliative / End of Life Care
  • Convalescent Care
  • Day Care

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • Smoking not permitted
  • Close to Local shops
  • Near Public Transport
  • Minibus or other transport
  • Gardens
  • Residents Kitchenette

Funding & Fees

Weekly Charges per Person

  • Self-Funded Residential Care: from £1251
  • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: from £1251
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Care: from £1351
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: from £1351

These prices are only a guideline, please contact Cartref Dyfi Care Home to find out the exact price for your requirements.

Funding Types Accepted

  • Self Funding (Private)
  • Local Authority with Top Up
  • Local Authority
  • NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)

Good to Know

Group/Owner

Person in charge

  • Sandra Holt (Home Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Criteria

  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes
  • Year Purpose Built: 1982

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (28)

Cartref Dyfi Care Home Reviews (27)

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Cartref Dyfi Care Home has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.866) out of 10, based on 12 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Cartref Dyfi Care Home has 27 reviews.

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Review from Isobel L (Daughter of Resident) published on 19 September 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother has recently moved to Cartref Dyfi and I could not be happier with the home or the staff. The staff are very caring and genuinely seem to enjoy looking after mum. The rooms are spotlessly clean and everything is organised and efficient. There is a strong feeling of family and home. The food
looks delicious and there is a constant supply of tea and cake!
Reply from Sandra Holt, Home Manager at Cartref Dyfi Care Home

Thank you for your lovely feedback. We're so pleased to hear your mother has settled in well at Cartref Dyfi. It's wonderful to know you feel happy with the care, and that the warm, homely atmosphere is shining through. Your kind words mean a lot to the whole team.

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Review from M L (Son of Resident) published on 22 May 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother has recently become a resident of Cartref Dyfi and we cannot speak more highly about the experience we have had to date. All of the staff, across the board, have been both professional and deeply human in the way they have supported both my mum and us with her transition into care. Nothing
it too much trouble and the place is calm and like a home from home. We are both thankful and impressed by the culture that clearly runs through everything they do. Thank you!
Reply from Beverley Holt, Home Manager at Cartref Dyfi Care Home

Thank you so much for your kind words. We're delighted to hear that your mother's transition into Cartref Dyfi has been a positive experience. It's wonderful to know that the care and support provided by our team have made such an impression. Your appreciation of the culture we strive to create here means a great deal to us all.

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Review from W M (Daughter of Resident) published on 21 February 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We visit on a regular basis. Staff are always very welcoming.
My father speaks very highly of the care he is given and also that the food is very good.
The home is spotlessly clean and smells lovely when you enter, not like some of the homes I have visited over the years.
Reply from Beverley Holt, Home Manager at Cartref Dyfi Care Home

Thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to leave us a 5-star review! We are truly grateful for your feedback and delighted to hear that you had such a positive experience with our care home. Our team is dedicated to providing compassionate, high-quality care, and knowing that our efforts have made a difference means the world to us. We will be sure to share your lovely comments with our staff, who will be thrilled to hear them! If you ever need anything or have any further feedback, please don't hesitate to reach out. We are always here to help and support you and your loved ones.

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Review from Gwynfryn E (Friend of Resident) published on 24 January 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am a long-standing friend of a resident at Cartref Dyfi Care Home and have known him and his son and late wife for more than 50 years. My friend came to the area as a teacher in the local high school and later became the deputy head teacher. During the past 3 years, during his time at Cartref Dyfi,
I have aimed to visit him at the home every Wednesday. I always receive a warm welcome and note how clean and friendly the whole place is maintained. My friend is clearly very happy and feels safe. Appreciates the high standard of the care he received. Thank you Cartref Dyfi.
Reply from Beverley Holt, Home Manager at Cartref Dyfi Care Home

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review - we truly appreciate it! Your kind words mean a lot to us and will be shared with the rest of the team.

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Review from Kim C (Daughter of Resident) published on 28 October 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My father with dementia was transferred here after nearly two months in hospital. While the place was small, he was extremely well looked after and even now, he calls it "home". I was welcomed each time I visited from Spain. The home was clean and had an air of happiness and calm about it. The staff
were all exceptional and made dad feel comfortable and welcome.
Reply from Sandra Holt, Home Manager at Cartref Dyfi Care Home

Thank you for leaving us this kind review about the care of your father, we really appreciate it.

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Review from J D (Son of Resident) published on 9 October 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Can't find any faults. Staff are always pleasant. Home always clean. Always warm - and they treat everybody the same. Residents are always looking clean and tidy. Home from Home.
Reply from Sandra Holt, Home Manager at Cartref Dyfi Care Home

Thank you for taking the time to leave us this kind review, we really appreciate it.

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Review from M J (Nephew of Resident) published on 17 May 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
First visit to the home where my aunt is a resident. Very impressed, greeted warmly, and offered use of the bathroom and a cup of tea which was very welcome after a long journey. Escorted to her private room which was clean and comfortable, and not rushed or disturbed during the visit. A nice homely
feel in and around the building and the staff presented as very happy and willing. Thank you.
Reply from Sandra Holt, Home Manager at Cartref Dyfi Care Home

Thank you for taking the time to leave us this lovely review, I will make sure to pass your kind words on to the rest of the team.

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Review from R D (Grandson of Resident) published on 15 May 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
It's always a pleasure visiting my Grandmother here especially knowing she is well cared for. The staff are always friendly and inviting. The cleanliness is always spot-on and the activities are well organised and inclusive for all including visitors.
Reply from Sandra Holt, Home Manager at Cartref Dyfi Care Home

Thank you for leaving us this lovely review, I will pass your kind words on.

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Review from S H (Daughter of Resident) published on 15 May 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My Mother has been in Cartref Dyfi since February 29th, 2024 and we can't praise the staff for the care she has had. Nothing is too much for them and whenever I visit, I'm greeted by a smile and addressed by name - such a personal touch. It's lovely to be able to come and visit throughout the day (apart
from meal times) - knowing that my Mother is being cared for and is safe is a huge comfort to us all as a family.
Reply from Sandra Holt, Home Manager at Cartref Dyfi Care Home

Thank you for leaving us this lovely review, I will pass your kind words on.

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Review from William W (Mother-in-law of Resident) published on 17 January 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother-in-law is a resident at Cartref Dyfi Care Home, it's marvellous for us as we can pop in any time of the day. The staff are always welcoming and polite and I know most of them through my school days and to the nature of my business in the town before I retired. My mother-in-law is happy at
Cartref Dufi and made part of the home by the staff who work hard to make the residents comfortable.
Reply from Beverley Holt, Home Manager at Cartref Dyfi Care Home

Thank you for your kind words, we really appreciate it. We are delighted to hear that your mother-in-law is happy here with us. Your lovely comments will be passed on to the rest of the team.

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Review from M D (Friend of Resident) published on 19 December 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
As always when I was visiting my friend in Cartref Dyfi, I had a warm welcome by the staff. From the administrator greeting me at the entrance to a member of staff offering me a drink (which they always do without fail). We spoke in my friend's bedroom, where we like to have privacy. The bedroom is
always clean and has personal belongings that help my friend remember the past which makes her smile. The food smells delicious - does not matter what day I visit. I am looking forward to seeing the cake at Christmas.
Reply from Beverley Holt, Home Manager at Cartref Dyfi Care Home

This is such a lovely review to read; thank you. It is always a pleasure to speak with visiting friends and family, and we are delighted to hear that you are impressed with the cleanliness and the food. Your kind words will be passed on to the rest of the team.

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Review from A J (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 12 December 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My grandmother has been in Cartref Dyfi Care Home for about 11 months and I cannot praise them enough. It is never easy for the family to move someone into a care home but Cartref Dyfi has made this transition with empathy, support and care. The staff are very welcoming, always polite. When my grandmother
was ill a few weeks ago they were excellent, they made me feel supported and had the best interest of my grandmother at all times. The high number of local people and Welsh speakers make it a homely place. It is a small community and knowing local connections with the residents is invaluable.
Reply from Beverley Holt, Home Manager at Cartref Dyfi Care Home

This is such a lovely review to read, thank you. Your kind words will be passed onto the rest of the team.

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Review from M W (Relative of Resident) published on 19 September 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Always a warm welcome from staff. My relative is very happy at the home. Tells me it's the best thing she did when she gave up her flat to move to Cartref Dyfi Care Home.
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Review from Delyth W (Daughter of Resident) published on 18 August 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother has been a resident of Cartref Dyfi Care Home for four and a half years.
The care within the home is excellent, my mother always looks clean and tidy and is very happy with the home.
We, as relatives, are always treated with respect and there is a feeling of a happy environment.
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excellent with cakes etc. being made to celebrate all events. Marvellous staff throughout.
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Review from L H (Daughter of Resident) published on 16 August 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My dad is very happy at Cartref Dyfi Care Home full of praise for the staff. We are happy that he's well cared for and that we can see him at any time.
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Review from Richard C (Nephew of Resident) published on 9 August 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
When I visit my uncle, he always says that he is happy. The home is always clean and smells nice and fresh. When I visited last time, he was not there; he had gone out to the local market, which was nice to see. The staff are welcoming and are always able to answer any questions I have.
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Review from Gaynor D (Daughter of Resident) published on 9 August 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Dad is very satisfied with his care and is very happy living in Catref Dyfi. Some members of staff are exceptional; however, he has no issues with any of them. He is also pleased that we are able to visit at any time.
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Review from J E (Regular Volunteer) published on 29 July 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am always made welcome by the manager and her staff. They are very friendly and ready to cooperate each time I visit.
The residents are treated with great love and care. It's always a pleasure to visit Cartref Dyfi Care Home.
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Review from Ann J (Sister of Resident) published on 29 July 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
A lovely, friendly and caring home. The staff go way above their duty, nothing is too much trouble. My sister could have better care anywhere. If I had to go into a care home that is where I want to go.
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Review from Raymond G (Son of Resident) published on 26 July 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother, aged 95, has been a resident at Cartref Dyfi Care Home since December 2019. The first thing she commented on was how good the food is there (always a good start). Then both she and I noticed that all of the staff, bar none, were exceptionally kind and patient. Throughout the Covid pandemic,
despite staff shortages and a heavy workload, the atmosphere there remained cheerful and helpful. This care home has a long and unbroken reputation locally for the quality of its care service to the community. The staff and management there deserve to be justly proud of that record. My mother couldn't be cared for better!
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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.866)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.866) out of 10 for Cartref Dyfi Care Home is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 12 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 12 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:

  1. 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months. The Average Rating of 4.866 for Cartref Dyfi Care Home is calculated as follows: ( (123 Excellents x 5) + (19 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 142 Ratings = 4.866
  2. 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 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Cartref Dyfi Care Home is based on 12 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    1. 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 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 4
    2. 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 28 registered maximum number of service users is 5.6, which has been reached with 12 Positive reviews. Points = 1
  3. When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
  4. If a Care Home does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

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Meet the Team (3)

John

John Williams

Job Title: Administrator Joined: 2018

I have worked at Cartref Dyfi since 2018, I really enjoy working with residents and staff and I am usually the first point of contact for enquiries.

Leila

Leila Evans

Job Title: Activities Coordinator Joined: 2012

I joined the team at Cartref Dyfi in 2012 as a Support Worker, I am now the Activities Coordinator which I really enjoy, keeping residents amused and organising entertainment.

Kathryn

Kathryn Vaughan

Job Title: Senior Cook Joined: 2016

I have been part of the Kitchen Team since 2016, I really enjoy making tasty homemade food, I love baking and make personalised birthday cakes for residents and cakes for other special occasions.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cartref Dyfi Care Home

What types of Care is Cartref Dyfi Care Home registered for?

Older Person Care, Dementia & Learning Disability / Autism are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.

How many Rooms does Cartref Dyfi Care Home have?

There are 28 Single Rooms.

What are the Facilities & Services at Cartref Dyfi Care Home?

Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Smoking not permitted, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Minibus or other transport, Gardens & Residents Kitchenette are some of the Facilities & Services.

How far is Cartref Dyfi Care Home to the centre of Machynlleth?

0.2 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.

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