Barchester Llys-y-Tywysog

Clos Pengelli, Grovesend, Swansea SA4 4JW
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9.9 140 Reviews
  • Barchester Llys-y-Tywysog, Swansea
Llys-y-Tywysog is located in the village of Grovesend, between Gorseinon and Pontardulais. The team support the residents living at Llys-Y-Tywysog with person-centred 24-hour care on both a permanent and short term basis when available.

The team of highly-qualified and attentive staff focus on the individual needs of residents with tailored care plans for each person. They hope you will see their dedication and commitment to delivering excellent services is reflected across the home in each department.

You are invited to visit at anytime.
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Care Provided

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 54 Service Users

Other Care Provided

  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Palliative / End of Life Care
  • Convalescent Care

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Smoking not permitted
  • Near Public Transport
  • Minibus or other transport
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Gardens
  • Bar/Café
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Television point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access

Funding & Fees

Weekly Charges per Person

  • Self-Funded Residential Care: from £1245

This Weekly Fee rate is an indication only of a typical standard fee rate for a resident living in a standard, comfortable room. A final Weekly Fee rate will be confirmed once we have carried out a pre-admission needs assessment.

These prices are only a guideline, please contact Barchester Llys-y-Tywysog 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

Person in charge

  • Michelle Bowen (Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Criteria

  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes
  • Last Refurbishment: 2017

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (48)
  • Couples/Companion Rooms (3)
  • Single Rooms with Ensuite Wet Room (5)

Barchester Llys-y-Tywysog Reviews (140)

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Barchester Llys-y-Tywysog has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.924) out of 10, based on 53 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Barchester Llys-y-Tywysog has 140 reviews.

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Review from Ruth R (Cousin of Resident) published on 14 October 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My cousin is a permanent resident here, she has a lovely warm cosy room which she enjoys spending her time in watching TV. She enjoys her food here and is always clean and dressed lovely. She has her own home comforts what she wanted from home and says the carers are very good, also the senior manager.
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Review from Kim M (Daughter of Resident) published on 11 October 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mum came to Barchester Llys-y-Tywysog for respite care. The care she has received has been outstanding. Mum was taken ill while at the home and all the staff looked after her with dignity and compassion. They also cared for me to and reassured me. I cannot thank the staff enough. Mum's getting better
thankfully. Mum was very nervous before she arrived at the home but soon she settled in and made friends. She will definitely be happy to visit again. Thank you.
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Review from M H (Daughter of Resident) published on 2 September 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This was Mum's first stay for respite. We had a lovely welcome, all staff very friendly, put our minds at ease as we were quite nervous leaving her. She was well looked after and she said all meals were great. We would definitely recommend Barchester Llys-y-Tywysog and hopefully, Mum can stay there
again this year. Many thanks.
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Review from Cynthia M (Sister of Resident) published on 2 September 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I feel more than happy with this lovely home and that my brother is being look after with great care. The management and staff are first-class, caring and very friendly.
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Review from Billy J (Friend of Resident) published on 30 August 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Fantastic care home, wonderful staff, always happy to help.
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Review from Cath H (Stepdaughter of Resident) published on 31 July 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We are really pleased with the general care and attention from all the staff here. My stepfather has settled in well and is happier than he was at home alone, even though he had visitors every day. His dementia means he doesn't remember anything much for long and he sometimes gets fed up but that's
normal. He doesn't ask to go home at all.
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Review from Gareth R (Grandson of Resident) published on 26 July 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
From day one, the transition from her home to Barchester Llys-y-Tywysog, the service has been excellent. My grandmother has settled in well, in a lovely, clean room with an ensuite. The staff have been great with her and food is excellent.
When picking homes, this was the one I wanted for her and now
she's here, it's been a massive relief knowing she's well cared for, safe and in a nice environment.
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Review from Jayne H (Daughter of Resident) published on 26 July 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The day before Mum's 90th birthday, things changed with Mum's health which meant our original plan had to change. The carers were amazing and everyone at Barchester Llys-y-Tywysog went out of their way to help arrange a lovely afternoon party in a small room at the home. They provided refreshments and
a cake for Mum at no extra charge. They help us arrange a local caterer for a buffet. They couldn't have been more helpful. It's clear they care a great deal about the residents.
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Review from Julie H (Daughter of Resident) published on 25 July 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mum has lived at the home for a few years now and is very happy. The staff at the home are all lovely and go way beyond what I expected of a home. The experience I have had at the home has all been excellent.
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Review from Deborah T (Daughter of Resident) published on 15 July 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother has been a resident for two years. She has had exceptional care at all times. The staff here go above and beyond in caring for my mother.
Well done to all the staff.
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Review from Jim P (Brother of Resident) published on 9 July 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My brother 77 years old with dementia, has been a resident at this residence for three months. Every visit I have made (two per week) I have found every member of staff to be very friendly and helpful. Two members of staff, in particular, stand out. I have had the opportunity to dine with my brother
and found the food to be excellent. I visited approximately eight residential homes, looking for a place for my brother, this one stuck out! Noth the nearest to my home but well worth the extra travelling time.
My brother also seems relaxed nad settled.
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Review from Neill A (Son of Resident) published on 2 July 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We celebrated my mam's 100th birthday with family and friends, staff and residents. We had an amazing time. Food and drinks supplied were fantastic, also the entertainer for the afternoon. Thank you to all the carers and staff for making it all possible.
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Review from Jean R (Resident) published on 19 June 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Living here has been very helpful and have enjoyed meeting so many different people. All the staff are so helpful and very pleasant. My thanks to you all.
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Review from S F (Son of Resident) published on 7 June 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Good. Enjoy tea and coffee with Mam. Very enjoyable place to be, something to do all the time. Pleasant and helpful staff. Like one big happy family, easy to get on with and helpful.
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Review from P H (Friend of Resident) published on 7 June 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have been to visit my friend many times and it's a lovely experience.
She is very happy ad as she loves dancing and has the best time with the entertainment at the home.
The staff are all very kind in every department.
The cakes at the reception are delicious.
It's an all-round lovely place.
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Review from D P (Resident) published on 7 June 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Since being in Llys-y-Tywysog I have had nothing but help and kindness shown to me. Family are always welcome and I had a lovely family gathering in the upstairs lounge for my Birthday.
The carers and cleaners are so helpful and nothing is too much trouble. I enjoy all activities and try to join in
everything Llys is like a home from home.
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Review from H B (Friend of Resident) published on 30 April 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Llys-y-Tywysog is a very nice nursing home. Food is exceptional. There are plenty of activities going on every day. The residents get to go out and about, especially when the weather is good. My friend has settled in, and all the staff and residents have made her feel at home.
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Review from Andrew R (Son of Resident) published on 24 April 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Wonderful staff, who treat the residents with respect and care. Activities for all members to engage each other. Good food, and plenty of choice and variety. Kept clean and tidy every day when visited. Garden needs some attention, but only just leaving the winter months - as to be expected.
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Review from Sarah R (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 24 April 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our experiences are always very positive. She is very well taken care of. The level of care and patience is outstanding. Spotlessly clean in every area. All members of the team are warm, kind and very welcoming, feel like an extension of our family. Activities are great fun and always very well organised.
One lady is awesome, we love her, and so does our relative. We are really thankful that she has a place here, and would like to thank the manager and the team for all they do and all the care they show whilst doing it.
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Review from B J (Respite Resident) published on 20 March 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Lovely attentive care assistants and good food. Would highly recommend.
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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.924)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.924) out of 10 for Barchester Llys-y-Tywysog 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 53 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 53 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 4.924 for Barchester Llys-y-Tywysog is calculated as follows: ( (581 Excellents x 5) + (46 Goods x 4) + (1 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 628 Ratings = 4.924
  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 Barchester Llys-y-Tywysog is based on 53 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 54 registered maximum number of service users is 10.8, which has been reached with 53 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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Bed Vacancies

4 Bed Vacancies

Posted: 03 Sep 2025

We currently have 3 residential opportunities here at Llys-Y-Tywysog with standard and premium rooms available on our first and ground floor with en-suite wet rooms and access to decking/garden area.

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Awards / Recognitions (12)

Meet the Team (13)

Michelle

Michelle Bowen

Job Title: General Manager Joined: 2001

Hello I am Michelle the General Manager of Lys-Y-Tywysog.  I have worked at Llys-Y-Tywysog for over 20 years, I really have worked in every department and I love every element of the job!  In 2019 I completed the QCF Level 5 in management to become Deputy Manager and was delighted to be appointed General Manager in 2021.


It is so rewarding working in this wonderful home and I am honoured to lead such a committed team.  I am sure we have one of the longest serving teams of any home, with a number of the team having worked at Llys for over 10 years and some over 20 years.  I am passionate about delivering excellent care to residents and enriching their lives every day with the focus on person centred care.  We also offer a fantastic life enrichment programme with fun and varied activities and events.


I am here to offer support to the residents, their families and the team.  For anyone considering care for themselves or for a loved one our doors are open for you to visit and meet the team.

Dianne

Dianne Pearson

Job Title: Night Team Leader Joined: 2009

Hello I am Dianne and I manage the night team here at Llys-Y-Tywysog.  I enjoy working with the residents and take an individual approach to residents night time routines and preferences.  I have worked at Llys for over 10 years and in that time I have I also completed the QCF level 5 in Health and Social care Leadership and Management.

Emma

Emma Burder

Job Title: Team Leader Joined: 2022

Hello, I am Emma and I am the Deputy Manager. I started at Llys-Y-Tywysog in 2022 as a Team Leader with an extensive background in care. I love working in the care sector and I thrive on bringing energy and joy to the residents. I love the variety of the role and Llys has a wonderful atmosphere.

Claire

Claire Mitchell

Job Title: Senior Carer Joined: 2015

Hello I am Claire a Senior Carer.  I have has been part of the team here at Llys-Y-Tywysog since 2015.  I love working with the residents and enjoy nothing more than a good chat, it is so interesting to hear all about their lives and work with the team to ensure we are providing the highest quality of care.

Paula

Paula Courtney

Job Title: Activities Coordinator Joined: 2022

Hi, I am Paula the Activities Coordinator, I have recently returned to Llys-Y-Tywysog. I worked at the home for over 5 years when my children were younger. My close connection with Llys remained as my father-in-law was a former resident, so I was still visiting regularly. I am delighted to be back working with the team.


I am creative and hope to bring new ideas for activities and events as well as still running firm favourites! My passion is about enhancing the lives of the residents from individual time through to big celebratory events. Sarah will continue to work as part of the activities team, working alongside me part-time whilst studying for her degree at Swansea University.

Kath

Kath Thomas

Job Title: Home Administartor Joined: 1992

Hello I am Kath the administrator at Llys-Y-Tywysog.  I have worked at Llys-Y-Tywysog since 1992 and I am very proud of the success of Llys-Y-Tywysog and the excellent reputation held within the local community. 


I manage all the administration and finance within the home to ensure the home runs efficiently and I regularly speak to families.   I am proud to have achieved a Silver Award in the 2015 Wales Care Awards as well as my NVQ Level 4 in Management and Level 5 Diploma in Health and Social Care.

Lucy

Lucy Raddenbury

Job Title: Administration Assistant Joined: 2022

Hello, I am Lucy and I am the Administration Assistant at Llys-Y-Tywysog, working in reception. I have worked for Barchester for many years formally as the administrator at another local home. I now work part-time working with Kath to ensure the smooth running of everything behind the scenes. I love meeting all the residents and their families and feel very fortunate to work in the care environment.  

Caroline

Caroline Williams

Job Title: Head of Domestic Joined: 1995

Hello, I am Caroline and I am the Head of HouseKeeping at Llys-Y-Tywysog.  I have worked at Llys-Y-Tywysog since 1995 and I really enjoy working with my team to ensure the highest standards of cleanliness all around the home.  It is a delight to chat with residents as we clean and deliver their laundry.  

Hilary

Hilary Casey

Job Title: Care Assistant Joined: 2019

Hello, I am Hilary and I work on the care team at Llys-Y-Tywysog.  I very much enjoy working in care and I like to feel I am approachable and able to relate and communicate with the residents.  It has been wonderful to join such a great team here at Llys-Y-Tywysog.  

Janice

Janice Lonsdale

Job Title: Care Assistant Joined: 2009

Hello I am Janet and I joined the team at Llys-Y-Tywysog over 10 years ago as one of the care assistants. I loves working with all our residents and having worked here for so many years I really do know every residents' individual needs.

Nicola

Nicola Jensen

Job Title: Care Assistant Joined: 2015

Hello, I am Nicola and I am part of the care team at Llys-Y-Tywysog.  I have worked as a care assistant for many years and absolutely love working with the residents.  I really feel no task is too much trouble I am very much here for the residents.

Lisa

Lisa Griffiths

Job Title: Kitchen Assistant Joined: 1997

Hello, I am Lisa and I have worked at Llys-Y-Tywysog for 25 years mainly in the kitchen. I like to think I am part of the furniture I absolutely love working here with a great team and all the wonderful residents.

Steve

Steve Bessent

Job Title: General Assistant Joined: 2018

Hello, I am Steve and I have worked at Llys-Y-Tywysog for nearly 5 years as a General Assistant.   I work mainly in the kitchen as well as assisting the housekeeping and laundry tea,  With many feathers in my cap, I am working all around the home and have a great rapport with the residents and they do like me telling them jokes!

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