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Care Provided by Pen-y-Bryn
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Mental Health Condition
- Physical Disability
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Nursing Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- Dementia Nursing Care
- For a maximum of 38 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
Other Care Provided
- Convalescent Care
- Day Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Smoking not permitted
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Lift
- Stairlift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
Funding & Fees
Contact Pen-y-Bryn 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)
Good to Know
Owner
- Care Centres Wales Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Steven Clark (Director)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
- Last Refurbishment: 2016
Room Information
- Single Rooms (28)
- Couples/Companion Rooms (5)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (7)
Pen-y-Bryn Reviews (13)
Pen-y-Bryn has a Review Score of 9.2 (9.186) out of 10, based on 6 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Pen-y-Bryn has 13 reviews.
My stepdad has been a Resident at Pen y Bryn since the end of May 2026. It was a challenging but from our first meeting with Sian, the Home Manager, it has been a very positive experience. All of the staff - nurses, carers cleaners and maintenance are welcoming, kind and caring. Although unsettled at first, Dad has now settled in well, thanks to the support of all the staff. I take my Mum to visit a few times a week and the staff are friendly and welcoming to her too. She frequently stays to have lunch or tea with him and participate in activities that are on that day. They even had an ice cream van call during the hot weather, with icecreams bought for everyone by Sian. A huge thank you to all staff for your kindness and support. I highly recommend Pen Y Bryn.
I will pass your feedback onto the staff, best wishes
Sian and all the staff at Penybryn x
My dad spent just over two weeks in respite at Pen Y Bryn and I can't fault the care he received. The staff went above and beyond to make his stay as comfortable as possible. Always a friendly face around and such care given to relatives when visiting.
Sian Bevan
GM
My mother was looked after by caring and approachable staff who were friendly to deal with. They seemed to go out of their way to meet her individual needs and I felt reassured that she was in safe hands. I believe her stay was made as pleasant for her as possible and she was kept clean and safe at all times. Staff always kept me informed of any issues and I will always be grateful for their care and compassion.
Best wishes
Sian Bevan
Manager
I would like to give my heart warming thanks to all the staff cooks included for the care that they gave to my brother whilst he stayed there, they went above and beyond the care they gave him, it was a pleasure visiting my brother to see him so happy.I will never ever be able to repay their kindness and affection they gave to him, so thank you ever so much and God bless you all. Linda/Peter
Mum had 2 weeks respite at the home and I must say settled in a lot better than I imagined. Staff were helpful and the nursing staff were excellent. With daily activities/entertainment mums stay was very enjoyable. I would highly recommend the home and hopefully, fingers crossed, they can accommodate us later in the year by having mum to stay once again.
My mum was at Pen y Bryn for about 6 months until she passed away. The staff and nursing staff were always so kind and caring and offered us cups of tea during our many visits (most days) I pass there frequently and miss calling in to see my mum. A lovely care home.
My dad was initially reluctant to move into a home. The care team in Pen-Y-Bryn did their very best to welcome him and make him feel at home in his new surroundings. Dad quickly settled and thought highly of the whole team and was happy to stay and live knowing that he was receiving great treatment and care. The team were wonderful with my dad and our family are happy that his final days were spent with family and a great support team around him.
More importantly, the nursing staff there were simply incredible. They treated her as a family member, with empathy and compassion, good humour and genuine care.
When she suddenly became ill after Christmas the care to Mum, and also to our family, in terms of pastoral care was genuinely amazing. When we needed them most they were there for us, nothing was too much bother.
The people who work there go above and beyond. They look after their guests and I am so glad my mum spent her last days there.
I would like to send my heartfelt thanks to all the wonderful staff who cared for her during her life there.
At all times she was treated with love and respect.
Hi Susan, Firstly please accept our condolences for the recent loss of your Mum; her passing was upsetting for the team that would have cared for her over the years. Secondly, thank you for your kind comments which I will pass on to the team. Take care and kind regards.
I cannot praise the staff of Pen-y-Bryn highly enough. The last seven months of my mother's life were spent in a warm, clean and loving environment. Nothing was too much trouble and all the staff were very professional, as is the management of the home. The care and support helped to ensure that she achieved her ambition of being the first member of our family to live to the remarkable age of 100. Thank you to everyone.
Thank you Richard for your kind words. I will pass your comments onto the team. Kind Regards.
My 91-year-old mum has been a resident at Pen-y-Bryn for nearly 9 years. My family is very pleased with the care my mum receives. All the staff are very warm, friendly and professional and the home is managed very well. We are welcome visitors at any time, the home always appears and smells clean, food is great and our mum's gluten-free needs are looked after and they have regular activities for enjoyment and stimulation. We have no hesitation in recommending Pen-y-Bryn to other families looking for a caring home for a relative.
Thank you Chris for your kind words which I will pass on to the staff. Kind regards.
I cannot praise Pen-y-Bryn enough, the care and love they showed my mum was incredible. Apart from being spotlessly clean, the residents clearly clean and well cared for the atmosphere is always happy, the staff always smiling no matter what time you visit. It is clear they truly care for the elderly and show them love and respect. It is run with incredible efficiency but still manages to be a happy loving place. In my mums last days, the love and compassion shown to my mum, myself and my family was amazing. I cannot praise Pen-y-Bryn enough and can only thank them for everything they did above and beyond their duties.
Thank you so much Christine for your kind words and please accept our condolences for the recent loss of your Mum.
My lovely Aunty has been at Penybryn for a few months. We are overwhelmed with the care she receives there. The staff members whom we have encountered have been absolutely wonderful. The home is spotless and no stale urine aroma ever. The residents are all happy and clean. There is a really warm atmosphere there. If I ended up there in my 90s I would be quite content!
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Frequently Asked Questions about Pen-y-Bryn
What types of Care is Pen-y-Bryn registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Mental Health Condition, Physical Disability are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Pen-y-Bryn have?
There are 28 Single Rooms and 5 Couples/Companion Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Pen-y-Bryn?
Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Smoking not permitted, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Lift, Stairlift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Pen-y-Bryn to the centre of Swansea?
2.1 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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