Glais House Nursing Home

615 Birchgrove Road, Glais, Swansea SA7 9EN
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  • Glais House Nursing Home, Swansea
Glais House is a unique, warm and welcoming nursing home based in Swansea. The home is situated on 4 acres of well-kept gardens, home to local wildlife and protected trees and an outdoor patios.

Glais House believe that having spacious and green environment makes a difference and enriches the lives of residents at the home.

Rooms at Glais House are bright and welcoming, with each room furnished with a profiling bed and WiFi. Residents at Glais House also have access to spa baths that can play residents’ favourite songs.

Activities coordinators at Glais House offer a person centred approach at heart and believe that each service user is an individual who have much to offer to us as much as professionals can offer to them.
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Care Provided

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Learning Disability / Autism
  • Mental Health Condition
  • Physical Disability
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • Younger Adults

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • For a maximum of 50 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia
  • Advanced/Complex Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Stroke
  • Palliative / End of Life Care
  • COPD/Pulmonary Disease
  • Convalescent Care
  • Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
  • Day Care

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Smoking not permitted
  • Close to Local shops
  • Near Public Transport
  • Minibus or other transport
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Gardens
  • 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: £1250 – £1350
  • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: £1250 – £1350
  • Self-Funded Nursing Care: £1250 – £1350
  • Self-Funded Nursing Dementia Care: £1250 – £1350
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Care: £1300 – £1300
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: from £1300
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Nursing Care: from £1300
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Nursing Dementia Care: from £1300

Toiletries are provided by the families. Chiropodist comes every 6 weeks and costs £17 and we have weekly visits from our hairdresser

These prices are only a guideline, please contact Glais House Nursing 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)

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

Owner

  • Glais House Care Ltd

Person in charge

  • Andrea Bacova (Home Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Criteria

  • Ages 18+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: No
  • Last Refurbishment: 2025
  • Number of floors: 2

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (48)
  • Couples/Companion Rooms (1)
  • Single Rooms with Ensuite Wet Room (19)

Visiting

  • Open doors policy

Parking

  • Private car park available for staff, visitors and professionals, with a few spaces closer to the main entrance available for blue badge holders, emergency services, and loading/delivery vehicles.

Glais House Nursing Home Reviews (111)

9.9

Glais House Nursing Home has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.878) out of 10, based on 42 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Glais House Nursing Home has 111 reviews.

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Review from Daphne T (Wife of Resident) published on 5 September 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The care home is always clean and tidy. Management friendly and approachable. The staff always friendly and can't do enough to help in any way and give him any attention he may need. His room is always spotless and he is always clean and tidy.
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Review from C W (Son of Resident) published on 28 August 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My mum has been a resident for almost a year now and I am very happy with the care she has received. The staff are very friendly & take good care of her. The evening meals could be better with more warm food varieties, but she loves her Friday fish & chips! More local trips out would be nice when the
weather is good, even if it's just around the block. Overall, very pleased that my mum is in Glais House.
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Review from Susan W (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 28 August 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother-in-law has lived in Glais House for 18 months and she is treated with dignity and respect. The staff are wonderful and very caring. We as a family are very happy with her care here.
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Review from Dylan C (Grandson of Resident) published on 28 August 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Clean, welcoming and talkative, great care place for anyone.
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Review from Clifford J (Husband of Resident) published on 28 August 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Cleanliness of establishment is excellent also the meals. Plenty of staff to cater for all the residents. Very friendly - the staff are really lovely. Establishment is well managed and very efficient.
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Review from Abigail C (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 28 August 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Excellent day for all & an excellent facility.
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Review from Samantha C (Daughter of Resident) published on 28 August 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Very happy with mother living at Clais House. Well looked after, all needs met. Friendly staff.
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Review from Allan W (Son of Resident) published on 28 August 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mum has been in Glais House for 18 months, The care has been excellent. The staff are exceptional, hard working and friendly and attentive. I would highly recommend. Currently sitting with my mum and my wife enjoying a Summer fete, just one of the many well organised events for the residents.
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Review from N G (Nephew of Resident) published on 26 August 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Since moving in our uncle has had amazing care. All staff & residents have been welcoming. We can't wish for a better home.
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Review from B W (Wife of Resident) published on 11 July 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My husband has been in the care of Glais house for nearly a year and throughout this time he has received wonderful treatment. His needs are seen to in a kind and friendly way and with a smile. I am greeted like an old friend and we exchange a few Welsh phrases too! My husband has settled here and
is very happy.
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Review from Sarah I (Daughter of Resident) published on 27 June 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
There is not enough time or words to describe this amazing place. Glais quite literally saved my mother's life after years of mistreatment and neglect in another home! Without Glais mum would not be here or have had the quality of care she needs or deserves! The staff are fantastic, friendly inclusive
and have excellent communication with the family. The service and care mum has, is the best! They also do super family events which really brightens the residents' and family life!
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Review from Christopher B (Son of Resident) published on 27 June 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
At every visit, whether a family visit or for the frequent social events, all staff are very attentive. Particularly at social events lots of effort is made to include every resident and also family members. I often see smiles on the faces of residents, which has to be a good thing.
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Review from K B (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 25 June 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Social activities are good for service users mental wellbeing. The celebration of King Charles' birthday gave families and service users the chance to have fun together and recapture family moments that are otherwise lost.
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Review from Gail W (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 14 May 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We are incredibly thankful for the outstanding care my mother in law has received at this residential home. From day one the staff have been nothing short of exceptional, friendly, welcoming and genuinely compassionate. It's clear that her wellbeing is always the top priority in everything they do and
that peace of mind is something we deeply appreciate.
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Review from R C (Daughter of Resident) published on 9 May 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The home welcomed Mum and our family and made a very stressful transition seamless. The care mum has is excellent. She is happy, healthy and spotlessly clean. We noticed a complete change in her wellbeing for the better. All staff are approachable, caring and compassionate. It does not feel like a care
home. The facilities are immaculate. The activities are excellent and family are included. Mums room is so clean & tidy. We cannot fault her care and we are kept up to date. Visits are open, friendly and welcoming. Mum is really fond of her carers and is back to being 'Mum'.
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Review from D H (Daughter of Resident) published on 9 May 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Glais House Nursing Home is a bright, beautiful, fun place for residents and family. We are so lucky my mother is able to reside in such an environment. Thank you Glais.
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Review from Gordon R (Husband of Resident) published on 9 May 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Glais House looked after my wife for many years. Always excellent service, nothing is too much trouble.
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Review from B L (Son of Resident) published on 30 April 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Excellent standards throughout the whole home.


Facilities excellent and staff exceptional in supporting residents.


Really happy to have got my mum a place with in the home as it stands out compared to the remainder I previously visited throughout Swansea which provided the same services.


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were excellent in supporting me obtain a place in the home from Jan-Mar 25. Good communication during this period which kept me well informed.


Many thanks to everyone involved.

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Review from Sue T (Daughter of Resident) published on 30 April 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I can only praise, all staff for the care my mum receives in Glais House. She has been a resident of the home for 4 years. Due to her advanced Alzheimers and mobility issues, she requires full-time care.The Manager, nursing staff, carers and admin are happy, approachable, friendly, dedicated and attentive
to all her needs. I visit regularly and love the way staff, interact with mum, whether they're carers, domestics, kitchen staff, all show her attention, affection and give her comfort.
Daily activities engage residents and are tailored to individuals needs and abilities.
The events and activities team, go the extra mile and arrange the best parties for family and friends of residents. Last Saturdays, Easter event was fabulous, lots of games, animal petting and jewellery making, for children. Buffet food, beautifully prepared and scrumptious. Professional singer, sang popular songs, fun dancing, Easter Bonnet competition and amazing prizes. Precious memories and photos to treasure.
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Review from Tracy D (Daughter of Resident) published on 27 January 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Dad is being looked after very well. He is well-fed and always clean. The room is spotlessly clean.
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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.878)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.878) out of 10 for Glais House Nursing 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 42 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 42 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 4.878 for Glais House Nursing Home is calculated as follows: ( (438 Excellents x 5) + (61 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 499 Ratings = 4.878
  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 Glais House Nursing Home is based on 42 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 50 registered maximum number of service users is 10, which has been reached with 42 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 (1)

Andrea

Andrea Elgamal

Job Title: PA to Directors Joined: 2013

I have over 20 years of experience of working in Human resources. I have worked at Glais House for the past 11 years. I find the home to be exceptional in its care, as I had my own Mother here as a resident for a while. It has a very warm and cosy atmosphere with attentive and caring staff to look after the residents.

Frequently Asked Questions about Glais House Nursing Home

What types of Care is Glais House Nursing Home registered for?

Older Person Care, Dementia, Learning Disability / Autism, Mental Health Condition, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment & Younger Adults are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.

How many Rooms does Glais House Nursing Home have?

There are 48 Single Rooms and 1 Couple/Companion Room.

What are the Facilities & Services at Glais House Nursing Home?

Own Furniture if required, Smoking not permitted, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Minibus or other transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Residents Kitchenette, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room & Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.

How far is Glais House Nursing Home to the centre of Swansea?

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

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