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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.
Brynwood is an amazing facility with great staff who are always caring and willing to go the extra mile. The home is always really clean and tidy and they are always trying to find new things to keep the residents entertained. Couldn't wish for a better place.
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback. We are thrilled to hear that you've had such a positive experience with our team and the care we provide. It's incredibly important to us that our residents feel comfortable and engaged. Your kind words about our staff's dedication mean a lot. We truly appreciate your continued support.
Spotless facilities.
Lots of activities for residents and families welcome to attend.
Thank you for your kind words. We're so pleased you're happy with the care our team has and continue to offer to our residents and their loved ones. We appreciate all of your support.
Generally positive, some difficulties with communication regarding what is happening/changes in presentation or medical concerns. Lack of involvement in general care/decisions. Some issues around property (missing items). Some really lovely carers/nurses caring for Mam, but sometimes some do not even acknowledge us as family members. Mam does not seem to get much access to stimulation or activities specific to her needs.
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review, as we're grateful for the feedback. Your Mam is a much-valued and longstanding member of the Brynmawr Care Village community (as are you, as a regular visitor). We would be happy to do this on a one-on-one basis if you feel able so that we can...
My wife has been a patient here for some nine years but during the last eighteen/twenty weeks, she has had a problem where she is scratching continually and her skin gets very raw and inflamed. She has had various creams and medicines applied and seen by many different doctors but sadly to no avail. Would you please consult a dermatologist to get to the bottom of this problem because nothing seems to be working at the moment?
Thank you for completing the star ratings and we do appreciate the specific issue that is causing you concern. Obviously, it is not appropriate for us to give any more detail about that in a public forum. However, if you remain unsure of the latest situation regarding the dermatology referral or...
Very early days - only been here a few weeks but good impression so far.
We are thrilled to hear that your mam has settled in well and that you've already formed a positive impression of our staff and the care provided. As you mentioned, it is still early days but we are committed to maintaining the same level of friendliness, care and support throughout your mam's...
I didn't feel I couldn't ask anything and didn't feel on edge. So I'm very happy and understand and feel happy that my dad is enjoying his life at Plasgeller. Thank you very much.
Thank you for sharing your experience with us. Ensuring clear communication and understanding is a top priority for us and we are glad that you feel supported in this regard. It is heartwarming to know that your dad is enjoying his time with us. We are here to support both you and your dad every...
My mother has been a resident for almost a year now. She is very settled and is as happy as someone with dementia can be. She has been well looked after and staff are fabulous, despite staffing problems which see them running around most of the time. My mother is kept very clean and her clothes are laundered and her hair done which she loves. We are very happy with all aspects of her care.
Thank you for sharing your thoughts, it brings us immense joy to hear that your mother is settled and content under our care. Our dedicated team works tirelessly to ensure the well-being and comfort of all our residents and rest assured that while our team may seem rushed at times, we are not...
He seems his 'normal' self when visiting and there's no show of decline of the resident's illness since arriving at Plas Gellar.
Thank you.
Thank you for sharing your positive experience with us. We are thrilled to hear you are happy with the care your dad is receiving. Our care team and well-being coordinators work hard to create a welcoming and engaging environment for all residents. It is wonderful to hear that your dad feels...
Since we went into a meeting for families last month, someone told the carers what was said in the meeting and some of the carers haven't spoken to us since. They shouldn't be like that and getting away with it. Two of them were moved to Brynwood, they didn't like it and they are back in Granbury. They shouldn't dictate where they are going to work.
Thank you for your feedback. We have since spoken, and the situation has been resolved. We completely agree with you that the needs of residents are the first priority.
Better than I expected, visit times are excellent. Staff pleasant and always helpful.
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. We are pleased to hear that Brynmawr Care Village has exceeded your expectations and it is wonderful to know that you have found our staff to be pleasant and accommodating. If there's anything more we can do to enhance your wife's experience with us, please don't hesitate to reach out.
In their own words "we have to take what we are given"; as far as care staff go. Residents are not encouraged to take part in their hardly there activities. Do not maintain regular updates with family. Hard to contact, always going to other parts of the home.
Allowed Mum to get severely constipated, don't ensure her hearing aids are used and make excuses when she removes them. Cover up their discrepancies such as allowing her to go weeks before her dentures were fixed.
Dear LM, Thank you for your feedback. In normal times, there are no restrictions on bringing children on visits. Toilet facilities are also available, and used by other visitors without difficulty. If staff have not offered a drink on a particular occasion, do contact me directly so that I can...
Outside cover is needed when raining (front entrance).
Thank you for taking the time to provide feedback, we take all suggestions into consideration. Our team endeavour to provide the best standard of care possible for your loved one and we are greatly appreciative of the scores you have provided.
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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.
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