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Purpose-built in 1973 and refurbished in 2000, Albert Edward Prince of Wales Court stands in extensive, well-kept grounds situated one mile from Porthcawl town centre and the Promenade.
Within the grounds there are beautiful inner courtyard gardens made up of a fishpond, scented garden and herb garden for residents to sit in, relax and enjoy the outdoor space. There is also a bowling green and Club House in the grounds...
Care Provided by Albert Edward Prince of Wales Court
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Nursing Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 76 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
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- Convalescent 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
- 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
Our care fees are subject to a preadmission needs assessment which is a requirement of admission, so the Home can fully understand the level of care and support required by each individual. The prices quoted are weekly and for guidance only. They will be confirmed following a full assessment. Respite care may be offered and is usually 10% above the permanent care fees, subject to availability and will depend on an assessment of a person’s care needs.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Albert Edward Prince of Wales Court for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Albert Edward Prince of Wales Court to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:
Funding Types Accepted
- Self-Funding (Private)
- Local Authority with Top-up
- Local Authority
- NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)
Support you may be entitled to
- If you choose a care home based in Wales, you may be eligible for the Welsh NHS-funded nursing care contribution of at least £201.74 per week. This support is not reflected in the fee amount shown, and the actual contribution may be higher depending on the Local Health Board.
Good to Know
Group / Owner
- The Royal Masonic Benevolent Institution Care Company (RMBI)
- Voluntary / Not for Profit Owned
Person in charge
- Teresa Picton(Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Mixed (no single-gender units)
- Ages 65+
- Self-funding residents or Freemasons supported by their Local Authority
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Year Purpose Built: 1973
- Last Refurbishment: 2000
- Number of floors: 3
Room Information
- Single Rooms (76)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (36)
Albert Edward Prince of Wales Court Reviews (118)
Albert Edward Prince of Wales Court has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.733) out of 10, based on 16 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Albert Edward Prince of Wales Court has 118 reviews.
There are a variety of activities for my mother to be involved in but no pressure if she just wants to 'chill' in her room.
Food is generally pretty good and there's always ice cream (which always helps!).
Thank you.
Our staff team work really hard to provide a personalised service and always appreciate the feedback. I will ensure your comments are passed on to the team. Thank you.
Well done to all the management and staff, cannot praise you enough, hence the 5-star rating.
Our staff team work really hard to provide a personalised service and always appreciate the feedback. I will ensure your comments are passed on to the team.
The activities help to keep my father interested in what is going on around him.
Our staff team work really hard to provide a personalised service and always appreciate the feedback. I will ensure your comments are passed on to the team.
When my late father was very ill I spent a number of nights at the home and could not have been made to feel more welcome in very challenging circumstances. As a family, we consider ourselves remarkably fortunate that both our parents have been looked after at the home. We live locally and visit the home a number of times a week and at different times of the day and evening, and the standard never wavers from excellent.
Our staff team work really hard to provide a personalised service and always appreciate the feedback. I will ensure your comments...
He has a little bit of the garden that he calls his own where he has his bird feeding station and in the summer months he is regularly watering the flowers and plants. He has even got into doing some painting around the garden as well.
The staff are so caring and patient with him, it's a joy to see when I visit, nothing is too much trouble. They always ensure his safety and reassure him if he is having an off day, which is few and far between now.
The home itself is pristine and so inviting when you arrive, everywhere inside and out is kept in tip-top condition.
10 out of 10 as always from me, as I can't thank them enough for looking after him. Dad would say the same.
We’re so pleased you were happy with the service and care provided by our staff team who work very hard to create a welcoming home for our residents.
It is a pleasure to support Dad and have him support us back with all the help he gave us, especially over Christmas.
She was recently admitted to a psychiatric ward for a short stay but thanks to the staff at Albert Edward Prince of Wales Court Mum was able to return swiftly to the Dementia unit & she’s so settled & happy.
We’re so pleased you were happy with the service and care provided by our staff team who work very hard to create a welcoming home for our residents.
It is a pleasure to support your lovely Mom.
Really impressed with the way that the home looked after our father over the Christmas period. It was his first Christmas since he moved in so we weren’t sure what to expect. The home was decorated nicely and in a way, he felt really comfortable with. He thoroughly enjoyed himself. Thank you to all the team.
Our staff team work really hard to provide a personalised service and always appreciate the feedback. I will ensure your comments are passed on to the team.
My mother-in-law has been at the home since September & suffers from mild Alzheimer’s. The staff over the Xmas period have been amazing. She felt loved, entertained and included. Everyone has been so attentive on her “off days” & encouraged her to be the life & soul of the party when back on form. We are truly blessed that she is now with such a great bunch of people who genuinely care. We felt guilty not bringing her to us for Xmas but in all honesty I think she had a better time than we did!
We’re so pleased you were happy with the service and care provided by our staff team who work very hard to create a welcoming home for our residents.
It is a pleasure to support your wonderful mother-in-law.
The care Dad receives at this home is top-notch. The staff are medically attentive, caring and, above all, always respectful. The food is great, and the activities are well thought out to occupy those who want it. As we do not live in the UK, our visits to Dad are not as often as we would like, but the staff still know us, and communication by email is good, putting us at ease that he is in the safest place for his condition (Parkinson’s). We’re made to feel part of the team. After 18 months, Dad is starting to refer to it as ‘home’.
Our staff team work really hard to provide a personalised service and always appreciate the feedback. I will ensure your comments are passed on to the team.
The staff are always attentive and I feel confident and assured that they are fully appreciative of the resident's needs and will endeavour to help and do whatever is necessary to help and assist the residents in their everyday care which I’m sure at times can be difficult.
The staff have also created a relaxed atmosphere whereby you don’t feel like a visitor but part of the team.
We’re so pleased you were happy with the service and care provided by our staff team who work very hard to create a welcoming home for our residents.
It is a pleasure to support your mother-in-law.
In March, my aunt will have been a resident at Albert Edward Prince of Wales Court for three years. Over that time, we have seen a massive change. Before going there she sat in a chair all day, wasn’t able to do anything and had no friends. Now, she enjoys going to activities with the friends she has made, participates in events and has gained in confidence. This is all due to the care and encouragement of all the staff at the home. I can’t thank you enough for all you do for my aunt.
We’re so pleased you were happy with the service and care provided by our staff team who work very hard to create a welcoming home for our residents.
It is a pleasure to support your auntie.
I have 101% peace of mind now!
Thank you to the manager and all your staff, especially Ireland House!
Our staff team work really hard to provide a personalised service and always appreciate the feedback. I will ensure your comments are passed on to the team.
Mum particularly enjoys activities in the home which are very varied, there is always something for everyone, from painting, knitting, playing drums, horse racing, skittles, yoga, chair aerobics, sports days, regular visits from therapy dogs, alpacas and a variety of singers and entertainers, there is even a hairdressing salon and pub on-site for residents.
The home provides great facilities for family and friends to visit, tea, coffee and cakes, also well-maintained grounds to walk around.
As a family, we feel so lucky that Mum is a resident of Albert Edward!
Our staff team work really hard to provide a personalised service and always appreciate the feedback. I will ensure your comments are passed on to the team.
Thank you!
We’re so pleased you were happy with the service and care provided by our staff team, who work very hard to create a welcoming home for our residents.
It is a pleasure to support Mom.
What an experience! From the moment I stepped into the building I was welcomed. My room was comfortable, light, airy, and with a sea view. As I was active, I was able to get to my dining room (one of at least five, each supplied by a central kitchen) with ease. The quality of the food provided was excellent and to my liking. I am not too sure of how many of the one hundred plus year old residents were into spicy curry and rice! Two days into my stay I was greeted warmly and asked of my well-being by every member of staff whom I passed, from the management to the newest of "helpers." Being mindful each day that the staff looked after the well-being of wheelchair, chair-bound, and bedbound residents, that took priority over us, the active residents. Morning, afternoon, and some evening events were put on for the benefit of all the residents. Here we met up with the less active. Did they enjoy? You bet they did! Night shift staff would regularly open my door to ensure that I was safe. Now that I am home, after three weeks of respite care, I am feeling the benefits of my stay. I will be promoting this care home for a long time.
We’re so pleased you were happy with the service and care provided by our staff team who work very hard to create a welcoming home for our residents.
It has been a pleasure to support you.
My stay here in Albert Edward Prince of Wales Court has proved to be everything I hoped it would be. I came here unable to stand, let alone walk but within a couple of weeks I was able to walk a short distance using a mechanical aid and continue to make steady progress.
Our staff team work really hard to provide a personalised service and always appreciate the feedback. I will ensure your comments are passed on to the team. Thank you.
The Albert Edwards care home is more akin to an upmarket hotel than the traditional view of a residential home. The staff are welcoming, caring and professional. The facilities are fantastic. After a number of years of stress and worry about Mum's safety and well-being, I now have the peace of mind of knowing that she is finally in a caring, safe and secure environment where her many needs can be satisfied on a 24-hour basis by amazing staff to whom the family feel deeply indebted.
We’re so pleased you are happy with the service and care provided by our staff team, who work very hard to create a welcoming home for our residents.
It's a pleasure to support Mum.
I feel so lucky that my partner was accepted at Albert Edward, having seen numerous other homes. His room is a good size, the facilities are excellent, and it is so clean and fresh smelling. The staff are wonderful and very friendly. Whenever we go into the home, we are greeted with "Hello, how are you" by any staff member we come across. There is a good range of activities - my partner enjoys several. When he moved into Albert Edward, he had difficulty speaking and moving after a devastating stroke. He has improved so much now, and it's lovely to have conversations over lunch.
Our staff team work really hard to provide a personalised service and always appreciate the feedback. I will ensure your comments are passed on to the team.
Our mother is so pleased to be a resident saying that her treatment and care are like being on a cruise ship. Both my sister and I are so pleased that my mother is in such a warm, safe and homely place and is so well looked after.
My mother has been a resident in the nursing unit since August 2022. The standard of care provided by the nursing staff and carers is excellent. They are all kind and supportive to Mum and myself. The home is spotlessly clean and the food is excellent. Moving a loved one to a care home is a very difficult decision to make and we were very fortunate that Mum was offered a place at the Albert Edward.
Bed Vacancies
No Vacancies
Posted: 16 July 2026Please contact the Home to enquire about the latest availability.
News (13) & Events (0)
- 24 Jun 2026
Residents at RMBI Care Co. Home Albert Edward Prince of Wales Court, in Porthcawl, have recently stepped into the spirit of the races this week, enjoying a fun-filled Ladies’ Day....
- 04 Jun 2026
Residents and staff across RMBI Care Co. Homes took part in 'Learning at Work Week' during 18th to 24th May to share and learn new skills. The theme for this...
- 28 May 2026
RMBI Care Co. Home Albert Edward Prince of Wales Court, in Porthcawl, has been awarded the highest possible rating of Excellent across all four domains by care regulator Care Inspectorate...
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Awards / Recognitions (9)
- 28 Feb 2023Recipient: Albert Edward Prince of Wales Court
- 30 Jun 2022Recipient: Albert Edward Prince of Wales Court
- 30 Jun 2022Recipient: The Royal Masonic Benevolent Institution Care Company (RMBI)
Meet the Team (5)

I have worked at Albert Edward Prince of Wales Court for many years, firstly as a carer between 1992 and 1996. I then completed my nurse training and returned to the Home in 2008 in the role of RGN in our nursing area, and then progressed to my current role.
Before coming back to Albert Edward Prince of Wales Court, I worked as an Advanced Practitioner and independent Prescriber at the Royal Glamorgan Hospital, out of hours. I also managed the hospital at night in the absence of the coordinator.
I decided to retire from the NHS and join the team at Albert Edward Prince of Wales Court, and I have enjoyed my time here. I am very proud to be part of this team.
In my spare time, I enjoy travelling in my motor home and knitting, especially for our residents' stalls at events. I am part of a quiz team in our local pub and enjoy being part of the Home's events.

I began my care career in 2007, completing NVQs and working my way up to Deputy Home Manager. With the opportunity to be part of a commissioning team for the flagship home of a previous care provider, I moved into care home administration before joining RMBI Care Co.
Here at Albert Edward Prince of Wales Court, we strive to provide the best care and exceptional service to all from the moment they walk through our doors.

Having worked at Albert Edward Prince of Wales Court for five years, I have progressed to my current role as Business Relationship Manager. I hold several qualifications, including a degree in Health and Social Care practice, and I am currently working towards further qualifications in my role.
I work closely with residents and staff, so I remain fully aware of the needs of residents. I use this experience during training sessions to make it relatable and real, and to keep our staff and residents safe.

I’ve been working at Albert Edward Prince of Wales Court for the past 8 years as the Facilities Manager. I'm responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of all buildings, grounds, furniture, fixings and equipment.
From school, I started an apprenticeship with the Ministry of Defence as an Aeronautical Engineer and then moved up through the ranks, managing aircraft servicing and their surroundings. I eventually ended up on the business development side, planning and scheduling when I left after 16 years, qualified to HND level.From there I moved into fleet car sales, working for Sinclair Volkswagen in Bridgend for 6 years. Then I moved into self-employment (painting, decorating and property maintenance).
Having lived in the local area for the past 40 years, I was lucky enough to fall on my feet and land the Facilities Manager's job at Albert Edward Prince of Wales Court. It is a wonderful place to work and only a stone’s throw away from my home and family.

I am part of a small team responsible for providing a range of activities for our residents. Our aim is to make activities fun, stimulating and beneficial, and to really make a difference in our residents' lives.
A warm smile, a kind gesture and a listening ear are essential for this role, and we try to embrace this every day. Being a little crazy is also beneficial, my role model for this job would have to be the iconic Sir Charlie Chaplin. We might not manage to change the world like he did, but we will certainly try to fill our Home with smiles!
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