Albert Edward Prince of Wales Court

Penylan Avenue, Porthcawl CF36 3LY
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  • Albert Edward Prince of Wales Court, Porthcawl
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 where matches are played throughout the season.

The Home is divided into ‘family-style’ house group units, each with their own team of care staff. Each house group has its own comfortable dining room and communal lounge.

The level of care each person receives will depend on their individual needs. This is continuously monitored and reviewed to ensure each person receives the right level of care. Please contact the Home for further information.
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Care Provided

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 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

  • Self-Funded Residential Care: £1114 – £1537
  • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: £1573 – £2261
  • Self-Funded Nursing Care: £1393 – £2358
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Care: £1225 – £1690
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: £1730 – £2487
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Nursing Care: £1532 – £2594

Our care fees for self-funded and local authority funded residents 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.

These prices are only a guideline, please contact Albert Edward Prince of Wales Court 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)

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

Person in charge

  • Alison Aberdeen (Home Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Criteria

  • Self-funding residents or Freemasons supported by their Local Authority
  • Ages 65+

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 (111)

9.9

Albert Edward Prince of Wales Court has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.886) out of 10, based on 28 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Albert Edward Prince of Wales Court has 111 reviews.

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Review from Em J (Son of Resident) published on 1 February 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Mother recently moved into the home. She suffers from Alzheimer's but has settled down really well. The staff are excellent and the environment is very safe. This home is highly recommended.
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Review from M F (Friend of Resident) published on 1 February 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Since my friend has been at the Masonic he has had the best care in every way. My husband and I visit him twice a week and see the wonderful care he gets. We have noticed since he has been in this lovely home, how his health has improved, he is much more alert, having regular medication and good food.
Happily he often says how good everyone is to him, and how happy he is.
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Review from S B (Resident) published on 29 January 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Overall home exemplifies what every such care home should be. I have been a resident in this care home for three years. It is a spacious complex with main sitting room, library, bar and reception area, large enough to accommodate up to 40 residents for such activities as sitting bows. In the same
way each of the residents bed/sitting rooms with wet rooms in suite are roomy and very comfortable. The home is positioned in gardens including a bowling green used busily by surrounding clubs. The atmosphere in there is a happy one with carers each talking and displaying quiet enjoyment of their jobs, a priority of appointment being one of empathy with people. The local GP visits weekly. Activities are arranged morning and afternoon 6 of the 7 days and sermons local choirs or orchestras visit on a Sunday. Food is plentiful, 3 choices served at lunch and supper and tea and coffee in between or whenever asked.
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Review from G H (Resident) assisted by family/friend published on 28 January 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 3.0 out of 5
Overall I consider my care as "fair", some things could be better, some worse.
Reply from Kristin Mewald, Marketing & Communications Officer at Albert Edward Prince of Wales Court

We have met with the residents' family and both addressed and resolved many of the issues that they raised.
They have since been involved in arranging admission to the Home of another family member who came in last Friday.

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Review from N J T (Nephew of Resident) published on 27 January 2016 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Very good facilities. Standards maintained consistently over a three year period, and counting. Office staff particularly helpful on every visit: willing to undertake extra work to facilitate looking after my aunt's financial affairs, and protecting her interests. Care staff also happy to assist with
my aunt's visits outside the home, eg dental and hospital appointments, and shopping trips.
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Review from T P (Husband of Resident) published on 26 January 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The home is clean, light and airy and well appointed. Rooms are excellent. Staff in the DSU unit are very attentive and helpful. Food is of a good quality and entertainment first class. Overall I have no complaints.
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Review from K L-J (Niece of Resident) published on 26 January 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Albert Edward Care Home is one of the very best in Wales. My aunt has been a resident for 6 months and is having the best loving care, from a wonderful and professional team of staff. Nothing is too much trouble for them and they all always have a smile on their faces. The home is kept beautifully clean,
and residents rooms are always neat and tidy.
Residents enjoy activities twice daily, and can choose from a selection of trips and visits. Christmas at Albert Edwards is magical - their festivities begin in early December, and keep on going. All aspects of care - from nursing, medical, and administrative are carried out by dedicated and friendly staff - all working hard to make this home a very special and homely, home from home for the residents.
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Review from W L (Husband of Resident) published on 14 December 2015 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have nothing but praise for this home. My wife, who has Alzheimer's is always clean and well turned out. The staff are most caring and helpful. I visit on most days and I am always made welcome. The food is good, so good in fact that my wife has gained weight.
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Review from Margaret M (Resident) published on 11 December 2015 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The accommodation is first class.
Everything is done to look after you.
There are plenty of activities. Staff are very caring and pleasant all round care.
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Review from Carol (Niece of Resident) published on 4 December 2015 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I find the home to be clean, friendly and very well run. The staff are efficient, professional but relaxed. They deliver excellent care to all residents but are also supportive and friendly to relatives. My relatives care needs have changed since she moved in but care plans have always been modified
appropriately. I would certainly recommend this home where the food is as excellent at the care.
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Review from Robert S (Son-in-law of Resident) published on 24 November 2015 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
All the staff are most helpful and understanding of my mother-in-laws needs. They display a happy commitment to their jobs and work place. My mother-in-law is thriving on the attention and is totally contented. Well done.
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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.886)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.886) out of 10 for Albert Edward Prince of Wales Court 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 28 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 28 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 4.886 for Albert Edward Prince of Wales Court is calculated as follows: ( (300 Excellents x 5) + (26 Goods x 4) + (6 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 332 Ratings = 4.886
  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 Albert Edward Prince of Wales Court is based on 28 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 76 registered maximum number of service users is 15.2, which has been reached with 28 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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Awards / Recognitions (9)

Meet the Team (6)

Alison

Alison Aberdeen

Job Title: Home Manager Joined: 2017

I have worked within the Health and Social Care sector all of my working life, with the last 8 years as a Home Manager. I have completed a Bachelor of Sciences in Health Studies and a Level 5 LHSCS (Adults’ Residential Management) for Wales and Northern Ireland.

Teresa

Teresa Picton

Job Title: Deputy Home Manager Joined: 2008

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 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.

Donna

Donna Griffiths

Job Title: Business Relationship Manager Joined: 2018

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.

Nicola

Nicola Osborne

Job Title: Activities Coordinator Joined: 2022

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!

Shelley

Shelley Owen

Job Title: Training Manager Joined: 2018

Having worked at Albert Edward Prince of Wales Court for 5 years, I have worked my way up to my current role as Training Manager. I have many qualifications, including a degree in Health and Social Care practice, and I am working towards further qualifications in my current role.


I work closely with residents and staff, so 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.

Simon

Simon Roberts

Job Title: Facilities Manager Joined: 2015

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.

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