Care Provided by Old Vicarage
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Mental Health Condition
- Physical Disability
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
Care Types Provided
- Nursing Care
- Dementia Nursing Care
- For a maximum of 42 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
- Parkinson's Disease
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life 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
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
Self Funded Dementia Nursing is calculated as a baseline Fee of £964 + £229.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Old Vicarage for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Old Vicarage 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
Owner
- The Old Vicarage Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Huw Williams (Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
- Last Refurbishment: 2006
Room Information
- Single Rooms (38)
- Couples/Companion Rooms (2)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (26)
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Old Vicarage Reviews (6)
Over all time Old Vicarage has 6 reviews.
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Review from Susan B (Daughter of Resident) published on 14 February 2024 Submitted via Website•
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Daddy has been living at The Old Vicarage Nursing Home since January 2023 and settled in straight away. The staff are all wonderful from carers, nurses, cooks, cleaners and laundry. They are a team of very experienced staff looking after my dad with patience and loving care. The cooks prepare good nutritious meals and cater well for my dad's diabetes. There are days they have activities, where he's made cakes and some lovely people brought animals which dad loved etc. It feels like home from home, very welcoming, friendly, calm and warm. They sit out in the gardens in summer to enjoy the birds and beautiful flowers. Nothing is too much trouble for them. Christmas they decorated the trees beautifully and had a fun-filled Christmas party for the residents. I couldn't have wished for a nicer home for Dad as the staff are all so kind. On fine days, I'm able to take Daddy out which we both love and they encourage this. Eternal gratitude to you all forever.
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Review from Kyle H (Son of Resident) published on 26 March 2021 Submitted via Website•
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My mother was placed in the Old Vicarage in October 2020. I was the initiator of the choice mainly from an ex-staff member's recommendation and personal discussions with the owner. She was always ready to listen and answer important questions at a difficult time in my mother's life. With the owner, there is no waffle or sales pitch, as we have discovered she is a thoroughly honest and decent human being who seeks the best possible care and outcome for her residents. My mother entered the Old Vicarage with a number of physical and mental issues. Within two weeks we saw a marked change in mam, the home had removed her catheter and retrained her bladder. In addition, within weeks through physical and mental stimulation our mother steadily improved, this was solely down to the staff who spent time with her and always encouraged her to become more independent. The care and love shown to mam is remarkable. This care comes from the top.
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Review from C W (Sister of Resident) published on 9 October 2017 Submitted via Postal Card•
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My sister had MND. Old Vicarage was just the place she needed. She felt safe and loved in her last weeks of life. They made her last birthday a memorable one. The carers always treated her with dignity and patience. They also shared a joke or two. If there were any problems staff were happy to find a solution. The support of all the staff were extended to family and friends and I will never be able to thank them enough.
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Review from A B (Brother-in-law of Resident) published on 10 July 2017 Submitted via Postal Card•
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We chose the Old Vicarage after recommendations and personal visits. The staff - from top to bottom are caring and pleasant to deal with.
The food is of a high quality and plentiful with regular entertainment provided.
Security is good, car parking convenient and the garden is simple and accessible to residents.
The food is of a high quality and plentiful with regular entertainment provided.
Security is good, car parking convenient and the garden is simple and accessible to residents.
Tv's in every room, hairdressing and chiropody visit regularly. Happy with our choice.
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Review from Chris B (Son of Resident) published on 29 June 2017 Submitted via Website•
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What a great home. The staff are friendly, kind, sympathetic, approachable and treat all the residents with compassion and dignity. The choice of menu is great and if you wanted something else they will cook it for you, even family are offered food and drinks. They take residents, if they are able, out on day trips. They also put on activities and family days. The place is warm and welcoming and I would recommend this home to anyone.
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Review from I B (Wife of Resident) published on 8 May 2017 Submitted via Postal Card•
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My husband has been a resident at the Old Vicarage nursing home in Tonna since February 2014. He is treated with care and dignity. All of the staff are really caring and the choice of menu is very good. They will always make something for you. Families are offered a meal or refreshments. It is family owned and run and are a great support to me and my family. We would recommend it to anyone which I have and there is a waiting list to get in there so that speaks for itself.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Old Vicarage
What types of Care is Old Vicarage 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 Old Vicarage have?
There are 38 Single Rooms and 2 Couples/Companion Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Old Vicarage?
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, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Old Vicarage to the centre of Neath?
2.0 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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