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The care and attention given were exceptional.J F(Sister of Resident/Service User)

The care for my husband is excellent and he is well cared forYvonne T(Wife of Resident/Service User)

The staff are amazing, kind and caring and sensitive to his needs. He is stimulated and happy.Nicola J(Friend of Resident/Service User)

The care and attention given were exceptional.J F(Sister of Resident/Service User)

The care for my husband is excellent and he is well cared forYvonne T(Wife of Resident/Service User)

The staff are amazing, kind and caring and sensitive to his needs. He is stimulated and happy.Nicola J(Friend of Resident/Service User)

Brynmawr Care Village is an inclusive community which specialises in caring for those living with dementia. The site is located in the picturesque market town of Brynmawr and comprises of Plasgeller Care Home, Glanbury Care Home and Brynwood Care Home.
Residents are actively encouraged to participate in home life and communal spaces are lively and open. All residents of Brynmawr Care Village are supported to achieve their set goals, reach...
Care Provided by Brynmawr Care Village
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Learning Disability / Autism
- Mental Health Condition
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Nursing Care
- Dementia Nursing Care
- For a maximum of 120 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
- Advanced/Complex Dementia
Other Care Provided
- Parkinson's Disease
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- COPD/Pulmonary Disease
- Convalescent Care
- Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
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
As individual care requirements and levels of support vary, pricing packages will differ accordingly. The amount shown is a guide price and represents the starting point for our care services.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Brynmawr Care Village for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Brynmawr Care Village 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
Group / Owner
- Caron Group
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Ellen Smith (Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Mixed (no single-gender units)
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
Room Information
- Single Rooms (120)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (14)
Brynmawr Care Village Reviews (32)
Brynmawr Care Village has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.661) out of 10, based on 22 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Brynmawr Care Village has 32 reviews.
I am very impressed with the home and the care that the staff provide.
Our team work hard to provide resident-centred care in a...
A wonderful home for my Aunt Megan. Caring, compassionate and keen to engage with residents. They do all they can to make sure my aunt is as comfortable as possible. Always clean in the home and friendly atmosphere.
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your lovely feedback. We are delighted to hear that you feel she is well cared for and that our team's compassion, engagement, and dedication are making a positive difference.
Creating a comfortable and welcoming environment is incredibly important...
Overall, happy with Plasgellar Care Home. On occasions, it is somewhat upsetting to see my husband's chest area very wet from where he dribbles. I feel he needs to be changed more often when this happens. I have provided lots of cravats/bibs to help with this problem.
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We're pleased to hear that you are happy overall with the care at Plasgellar and really appreciate your comments. We're sorry to learn about your concern and will review this with the care team to ensure your husband's comfort and dignity are...
Just thank you
We are delighted to hear that you find our team helpful and that the care, support, and health and safety provided meet your expectations. Catering to everyone's individual needs is so important...
Our experience is good but we feel we have not been informed of where mum's health/care plan is without us asking. We would like a regular meeting to inform us more. However, we feel everyone is very caring towards our mum and family. Thank you.
We are sorry to learn that you have not always felt fully informed about your mum's health & care plan. Communication is...
So far so good.
Thank you for your review and for taking the time to share your early impressions. We are really pleased to hear that things are good and that your experience has started off positively.
The home feels warm and welcoming and my husband has space to be himself. I could see him relax into this lovely atmosphere as soon as he arrived and I feel that this has really helped him to settle into his new environment.
The staff are clearly well trained and are always kind and respectful to residents, rapidly responding to their individual needs as they arise.
Thank you Brynwood staff, I am so glad that my husband is here with you
Thank you so much for your kind review. We are delighted to hear that your husband has settled in well and that you both feel the warmth we strive to create at Brynwood. We are honoured to be supporting your husband and will continue to do everything we can to ensure he feels comfortable, valued, and truly at home. Thank you again for your feedback.
Mam has been well looked after in the home, she seems a lot happier and healthier in the home. In her last care home she had repeated falls, UTI's and incidents of aggression, these are now no longer the case. There are plenty of activities to keep her amused and engaged, when she is in the frame of mind to participate. It is a huge relief for me and my family, after the previous disastrous experience in the other home. Well done to the staff of the home.
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We are so pleased to hear that your lovely mam is happier and healthier with us. Our team works hard to provide a safe, supportive, and engaging environment for all our residents, and it is wonderful to know the positive impact this has had on...
Staff care for families very good + care for residents very good. Staff ratios excellent. Residents are cared as individual e.g getting up in the morning + meal times is very flexible.
Thank you so much for your lovely feedback. It is important to us that each resident is treated as an individual, with choices and flexibility in their daily routines. Your comments about our staff and the care provided mean a lot to the whole team.
I am happy to say that my sister, although she has only been in Plasgeller for just over 2 weeks. She has settled in well and I believe she is happy. Had a lovely afternoon on Saturday as it was her 80th birthday as well as another resident. A lovely cake with candles was made for them and everyone sang happy birthday.
Thank you so much for your kind review. We're delighted to hear that your sister has settled in well and is happy at Plasgeller. It was such a pleasure celebrating her 80th birthday. We are glad you enjoyed the afternoon, and we truly appreciate your kind words.
Our family is so happy with the care that my mother receives at Plasgeller. We always receive such a kind and personal welcome when we visit and the staff are very helpful and sympathetic in responding to any query. We feel reassured that my mother is so well looked after in such a safe and comfortable environment - thank you!
Thank you so much for your lovely review and kind words about Plasgeller. We are delighted to hear that you and your family are happy with the care your mother receives. Providing a safe, comfortable and welcoming environment for our residents and their families is at the heart of everything we do....
On the whole I find this care home to be very good, occasionally there are glitches but for the most part the care giving is excellent. Some staff are able to interact/show empathy better than others but that would be the same anywhere. Standard of cleanliness is good. The food is normally good and plentiful. The cooked dinners on Sunday's and Thursdays are excellent. The rooms are a good sized, kept clean and tidy on a daily basis.
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We're delighted to hear that you find the care at our home to be excellent and appreciate your kind words about our staff, cleanliness and meal offerings - especially our Sunday and Thursday dinners! Your comments about staff empathy are...
It's such a relief to know that my husband is very well cared for. It's a luxury home, but still has a homely feel. I visit most days and it is spotlessly clean. All the staff are so warm, friendly, kind, compassionate, approachable and really good fun. I am always made to feel very welcome and everyone is supportive to me as well as my husband. The team are very efficient and I feel thankful that my husband is a resident in this amazingly run care home.
Thank you so much for your heartwarming review. We are truly grateful for your kind words and delighted to know that you feel your husband is so well cared for. It's wonderful to hear that you appreciate the balance we strive for with a warm, homely atmosphere. Your recognition of our team's...
Overall I think the Brynmawr Care Village is doing a fantastic job. All areas from admin, carers, cleaners, maintenance, laundry and kitchen have been over and above to me. Always ready to listen and engage with me and are doing an amazing job caring for my husband.
Thank you so much for your kind words and thoughtful feedback! We're thrilled to hear that you feel supported by our entire team. We are dedicated to providing the highest quality of care, and it means a lot to know we're meeting your expectations. It's truly a pleasure caring for your husband, and we're always here to listen and assist however we can. Thank you for your continued support.
The care and attention given were exceptional.
Thank you so much for your kind words. We're thrilled to hear that you found the care and attention given to your loved one exceptional. Our team works hard to provide the best support to our residents and it's wonderful to know their efforts are appreciated.
Cleanliness good.
Services to hair and feed good.
Would like more showers per week. Care - Good.
Thank you for your positive feedback. We're delighted that you find the furniture comfortable and bright and that our entertainment and cleanliness meet your expectations. It's great to hear that you're also happy with the hair care, meal services and the overall care provided by our staff. Thank you for your continued support.
The care for my husband is excellent and he is well cared for and he has lots of stimulation and activities and I enjoy being part of this to.
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback. We're truly grateful that you and your husband feel part of the Brynmawr Care Village family. It's our priority to create a welcoming and supportive environment for all our residents and their families and we're delighted to hear that you've...
My friend is in Beacon Lodge and the care he receives is second to none. The staff are amazing, kind and caring and sensitive to his needs. He is stimulated and happy. He enjoys all the activities on offer and they are varied and interesting.
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your positive experience. We are thrilled to hear that your friend is happy, stimulated and well cared for. Our team works hard to provide personalised, compassionate care and it's wonderful to know that this has made a difference for your friend....
My husband was in Brynwood for two years and the care and staff were excellent. The home was very clean, bright and everyone was so caring.
Thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to leave us a review. We're truly grateful that we could be part of your husband's care journey for the past two years. It's wonderful to hear that our team made a positive impact and that you found the environment welcoming and supportive.
I visit my relative six times a week. I feel sometimes they rush the food down and drink. When feeding, not giving enough time for food to go down and I feel it could lead to aspirating. On weekends, I feel a lack of activities, just sat watching TV.
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We value your regular visits and involvement in your relative's care at Brynmawr Care Village. Thank you for the positive 5 star reviews and your continued support.
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I am an experienced healthcare professional with over 20 years of experience supporting older people, committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred care. At Brynmawr Care Village, I lead with compassion and clarity, working closely with residents, families, and colleagues to ensure every individual remains at the centre of their care.
A standout moment in my career was supporting two young women following their dementia diagnoses. With consistent encouragement from myself and my team, they regained confidence, created a fundraising group, organised charity events, and even appeared on national television. Their journey is a reminder of how the right support can transform lives, an approach I bring to Brynmawr every day.
Kindness is at the core of my leadership style. For me, it means understanding each person’s story, respecting their wishes, and ensuring they feel valued and heard. This reflects in the culture I foster within Brynmawr, one where dignity, empathy, and individual strengths guide our work.
I also believe strongly in strengthening community connections. At Brynmawr, I actively develop partnerships with local clubs and schools, creating opportunities that enrich residents’ lives and strengthen the home’s ties within the community.
Outside of work, I volunteer at my local football club and enjoy spending time with my family, particularly relaxing at my caravan in West Wales.
Frequently Asked Questions about Brynmawr Care Village
What types of Care is Brynmawr Care Village registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Learning Disability / Autism, Mental Health Condition, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Brynmawr Care Village have?
There are 120 Single Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Brynmawr Care Village?
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 Brynmawr Care Village to the centre of Ebbw Vale?
2.3 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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