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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.
My mum is so well cared for both mentally and physically. It's like a 5-star hotel.
Thank you very much for your wonderful review about our home, Albert Edward Prince of Wales Court.
The home from all aspects is excellent. Facilities and staff, care provided first class. No hesitation if the time comes, both my husband and I would be pleased to be accepted sometime in the future. The best of many homes visited. Thank you for look after both my sisters.
Since I moved into Albert Edward every one has exceeded my expectations. The standard is exceptional, every member of staff, (too many to mention) make the home a wonderful place to live and be a part of.
I can only say Albert Edward has given my mother her life back, care and support, daily activities, both morning and afternoon, and every member of staff working hard to make Albert Edward the best any home could be.
As a Freemason for over sixty years, and was present at the opening in 1973, I was able to visit over the years until I became a resident in 2017. Since that time I have enjoyed the companionship and the facilities and the attention I have always been given by the staff.
The spaciousness of the home is remarkable and so welcome for exercise. The gardens are delightful.
The grounds make a refreshing walk out of doors.
Albert Edward Prince of Wales Court was our top choice for a 2-week respite stay for my father because of its facilities, the caring administrative staff, and the prompt provision of a respite place on the dementia ward. And while I cannot fault the care/support of the day staff, his night care fell far short of expectations which were set by specific reassurances at assessment.
*Information about staff/resident ratio and high dependant residents was inaccurate or not provided.*There was poor communication between departments and the ward was unprepared for my father's admittance.
*There were issues with a lack of 'intervention/encouragement' to ensure my father, who has Parkinson's Disease and PD Dementia, was appropriately dressed at night.
Management fully addressed complaints on two occasions and admitted we should have been in possession of more advanced information, apologised for the admission experience, and took steps to improve levels of night time care.
Thank you for your recent review. We are pleased that we met many of the expectations of your fathers care however again we pass on our apologies that at this time we did not meet our high standards in all areas of your fathers care. We are glad that you feel the matters were fully addressed. We...
As a family, we highly recommend this home from our very first visit after talking to the lady that showed us around, also by talking to other members of staff. We are impressed by the knowledge, caring manner, professionalism and respectful approach shown to residents. My Dad's move to the home was very much supported by the administrators who were very helpful, patient and understanding of family concerns. Staff members guided us through the process answering questions and gave time to advise us. My Dad has now been a resident for a while and he has settled very well. The staff supported this and the whole team works with the same ethos providing the best care possible for the residents. Each member of staff is skilled with kind personalities which brings positivity to the home, this impacts on my Dad's wellbeing hugely and makes him feel happy and at ease. We feel reassured that my Dad is treated with dignity and respect thus providing him with care of the highest standard.
My father is a new resident, and we are extremely pleased with all aspects of care. He has settled well and appears to be happy with his choice.
I can not sing the praises of Albert Edward Prince of Wales Court loudly enough. My mother is a new woman since going to stay. She is happy, engaged and alert. The staff are genuinely wonderful people.
Extremely caring, helpful, professional staff. However. it’s a pity that some musical entertainers have been dropped, as it's this that always seems to be the highlight of a lot of the older residents who thoroughly enjoy the old-time music hall scenario, which they interact with excitedly.
A well run and friendly home that strives to meet the needs of the residents. There is a professional and caring attitude by the staff and carers and the residents are treated with dignity and understanding.
The staff are always helpful, caring and friendly. They attend to her needs very well indeed.
An excellent standard of care.
My Mother has been a resident since May 2016. Throughout that time she (has been) and is receiving the highest level of care. I have received/witnessed at the masonic home in Porthcawl. Staff are extremely caring and professional in all aspects of her care on a day to day basis without exception. Facilities and social aspects are of a very high standard. She is very happy and settled there which gives me a great deal of comfort.
Staff are very friendly and helpful. The home is clean and inviting and visiting is positively encouraged.
I have been a resident in the home for the past six weeks. I am more than satisfied with the way I have been treated. The staff have been wonderful, very friendly and supportive. I have made some very good friends.
The home is well situated, the grounds well maintained, each day there are several activities the residents can take part in or watch if they have the ability to do so.
It is a good home.
My mother has been a resident here for just over 11 years. During that time she became less capable and is now blind, deaf and bedridden. Throughout tat time the care she has received from all the staff has been exemplary. She has been very happy here and would not wish to be anywhere else. The staff who care for her now are fantastic. They always treat her with respect and gentleness and do their very best to maximise her (now very limited) quality of life. I consider myself very fortunate that I have no worries at all about her care. I live 100 miles away and cannot visit all that frequently.
I am extremely pleased with the care that is being given to my mother, she is very happy since her move, to the point it has completely changed her and is obviously enjoying life to the full. It is now a relief to know that she is in safe hands, which before her situation, caused a lot of worry. Thank you one and all.
Bed Vacancies
Bed 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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