
I am happy my mam is in a safe and caring environment.R F(Son of Resident/Service User)

they all seemed so kind and nothing was too much for them.Katherine G(Friend of Resident/Service User)


I am happy my mam is in a safe and caring environment.R F(Son of Resident/Service User)

they all seemed so kind and nothing was too much for them.Katherine G(Friend of Resident/Service User)


Thistle Court Care Home is situated in the quiet residential area of Ty Canol, overlooking the scenic Afon Lwyd and within easy reach of Cwmbran town centre. The home plays an active role within the local community, fostering strong connections across the Cwmbran area. Residents are supported and encouraged to remain engaged with the aspects of community life that matter most to them, helping to maintain independence, confidence, and a...
Care Provided by Thistle Court Care Home
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
- Residential Care
- Nursing Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- Dementia Nursing Care
- For a maximum of 37 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
- Bariatric Care/Obesity
- Convalescent Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Residents Kitchenette
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
At Thistle Court Care Home, we understand that no two people are the same. Everyone is unique, with their own preferences, needs and lifestyle and we believe your care should reflect that. Because of this, our fees are tailored to each individual and their specific requirements.
The fees listed are simply a guide. To find out the exact cost based on your personal needs, please don’t hesitate to contact our support team – they’re here to help and always happy to talk things through with you.
What is Included in your Fees:
• All meals, snacks, afternoon tea and drinks freshly prepared every day by our Chef and available throughout the day and night within each individual kitchenettes
• Activities and events with a dedicated Activities Coordinator
• All utilities and accommodation costs
• Over the counter medications that a GP wouldn’t normally prescribe such as paracetamol and indigestion relief
• Housekeeping and laundry services
• Home library service
• TV licence
• WiFi internet access
These prices are only a guideline, please contact Catherine House Care Home to find out the exact price for your requirements.
Contact Thistle Court Care Home 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
Group / Owner
- Evolve Care Group
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Sarah Butfield(Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Mixed (no single-gender units)
- Ages 50+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Last Refurbishment: 2025
- Number of floors: 3
Room Information
- Single Rooms (37)
Visiting
- As part of their household model of care, they don’t believe in having set visiting hours – you should be able to visit your relatives or friends whenever you like, just as you would if they were living in their own home. You are welcome to visit day and night, and the team encourage you to feel comfortable and treat it as an extension of your loved one’s home. They recommend calling in advance so they can make sure that it doesn’t clash with any trips out or doctors appointments.
Parking
- Parking available on site
Thistle Court Care Home Reviews (9)
Thistle Court Care Home has a Review Score of 8.3 (8.312) out of 10, based on 2 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Thistle Court Care Home has 9 reviews.
My family member has been in Thistle Court for many years, where all the time there he has been cared for and treated with dignity at all times. There is always something going on at the home and every important day/date is always recognised. Not only are the corridors always cleaned and pictures in them but dads room is always immaculate. A big thank you from me.
Thank you for taking the time to share this :) It's a privilege to have your dad living with us and to be part of his everyday life. We'll make sure your kind words are shared with the whole team. all the best
Found staff to be caring and compassionate and very approachable.
Thankyou for your lovely words, we are so happy that our team make you feel welcome.
Excellent service my wife always looks clean and cared for and I am welcomed and kept up to date relating to her.
Family and friends were invited to join the Thistle Court Family for a Halloween BBQ, my daughter and grandchildren went along to join in the fun with games and pumpkin carving the BBQ was a delight with hot chocolate cream and marshmallows. We had a great time. We as a family would like to say a big thank you to all the staff for the support and care that our dad has from them every day.
Thank you so much for your kind words! We had so much fun on Halloween and loved the pumpkin carving and hot chocolate too! We really appreciate it and will let the team know. Many thanks,
After a bumpy start, my mam has settled well in Thistle Court due to one person of contact and me living in Germany. We had starting problems, but after speaking to the staff and management all the problems were quickly solved. Mam's care is very good she is better settled and is making good progress. Mam is a difficult case but the staff take time with her and the general situation is good even on 'bad days'. The staff/management shows great care for her welfare. Thanks to regular telephone calls/email contact about all things affecting mam - the doctor, social services, health, mobility etc. I am happy my mam is in a safe and caring environment. Thank you all.
Thank you so much for your kind words, we really appreciate it! We are so glad that mum is settling in well at Thistle Court.
I find the staff at Thistle Court to be dedicated and approachable. They have a tough job and occasionally minor things like clearance of used crockery or general tidiness of rooms can be overlooked but in terms of care, I cannot fault them. They try to encourage health and activity as well as mental well-being. I applaud them.
Since my foster sister has been at Thistle Court she has improved greatly. She is far more interactive.
Thank you for your kind words, we truly appreciate it. We value connections and interactive experiences for our family members and are so glad that your sister is doing so well. Kind regards
When we were allowed to visit the home back in February, I sat outside having a glass of wine with my friend. It was so normal like we were sat in her back garden. I don't usually write reviews but felt the need to do something better than just saying a thank you to the staff, they all seemed so kind and nothing was too much for them.
Thank you, Katherine, it is always lovely to hear such kind words. Everyone at the home will appreciate the recognition for all they do at Thistle Court!
My sister has been living at Thistle Court for the past 2 years and I thanked the staff nurse for the care shown to her. I visited my sister yesterday, knowing that she was fading fast, she was propped up on three pillows making her as comfortable as possible, she had not eaten or drunk for 3 days but her mouth was moist and clean. She was spotlessly clean, not a sign of a bed sore. I lost my husband to dementia and he did not receive the care my sister did (different care home). Not only does it make a difference to the patient's well-being but also to the relatives to know their loved one is cared for so well. I cannot thank them enough for what they did for my sister. She died today.
Bed Vacancies
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News (22) & Events (0)
- 20 Jul 2026
Every person receiving care, whether in a care setting or at home, brings with them their own life experiences, personality, preferences and ways of communicating. Because of this, building meaningful...
- 25 Jun 2026
The build-up to this year’s care home open day at Thistle Court has turned into a full week of celebration. Bringing together family members, relatives and team members through food,...
- 25 Jun 2026
Traditionally, in many care settings, when someone living with a Dementia or on a cognitive journey became distressed, the response often focused on removing the person from the situation, redirecting...
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Meet the Team (2)

I have been a RGN since 1986 and during that time I have worked in a variety of health and social care settings, gaining experience and skills in a diverse range of clinical and management roles. Dementia support in aged care nursing has played a dominant part in my nursing career and working at Thistle Court, initially as the Clinical Lead and now as the Home Manager, provides me with the privileged opportunity to share my knowledge and teams of staff to enable us to provide a home from home for our family members and support to their friends and relatives.
On a personal level, I am a mother of four, and stepmother to three, amazingly independent, now grown-up children. I am blessed with seven beautiful, healthy grandchildren, which as you can imagine keeps me busy. In my very important quality ‘me time’ I enjoy writing and publishing travel and nursing memoirs; I love to walk daily to keep my mind clear and focused. With my family, and alone, I love to travel and explore throughout the UK and overseas. To keep fit I enjoy swimming and I relax with my sewing and cross stitch.

In all my years spent working in the care sector, I have truly never felt more at home than I do here.
Alongside my clinical background in nursing, I have extensive experience in training and development within the care sector. I’m excited to support the team throughout our Evolve Academy Training that is entrenched in the Thomas Kitwood person-centred approach to care, recognising the importance of a person’s emotional well-being alongside that of their health needs.
The Thistle Court team achieve this by getting to know, understand and appreciate everyone who lives with us as an individual. Understanding a person’s identity; past occupations, hobbies, routines and life memories, enable our team to form deep, meaningful relationships and connections with those who choose to live with us.
Frequently Asked Questions about Thistle Court Care Home
What types of Care is Thistle Court Care Home 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 Thistle Court Care Home have?
There are 37 Single Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Thistle Court Care Home?
Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Residents Kitchenette, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Thistle Court Care Home to the centre of Cwmbran?
1.6 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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