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The home has a picturesque and tranquil setting beside the River Vyrnwy in the village of Llansantffraid and is close to local amenities such as shops, garage, pubs a post office, restaurants, and a church.
The home is registered with the CIW (Care Inspectorate Wales) for 39 elderly nursing clients over the age of 65.
Care Provided by Vyrnwy Nursing Home
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Learning Disability / Autism
- Mental Health Condition
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
- Eating Disorders
- Younger Adults
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Nursing Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- Dementia Nursing Care
- For a maximum of 39 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
- COPD/Pulmonary Disease
- Bariatric Care/Obesity
- Convalescent Care
- Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
- Day Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Smoking not permitted
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
fees to be discussed on enquiry
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Vyrnwy Nursing Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Vyrnwy Nursing 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)
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
- Surecare Group
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Jennifer Greenwood (Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 40+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
- Last Refurbishment: 2023
- Number of floors: 1
Room Information
- Single Rooms (35)
- Couples/Companion Rooms (2)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (35)
- Couples/Companion Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (2)
Parking
- free on site parking available
Vyrnwy Nursing Home Reviews (50)
Vyrnwy Nursing Home has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.655) out of 10, based on 15 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Vyrnwy Nursing Home has 50 reviews.
Nothing is too much trouble and there are always lots of busy staff.
Cleanliness is top notch, not just personal care but everything is clean!
Everything is smooth running and communication is excellent, if you can't get someone on the phone straight away you know its because they are genuinely busy.
Peace of mind for me and my family that mum really is being well cared for, the kitchen staff are friendly and helpful too always with a smile!
Thank you very much for your kind feedback. We are pleased to hear that you and your family have confidence in the care provided, and your comments have been shared with the team, who will greatly appreciate them.
The decking area is a lovely suntrap overlooking the river and is well used by residents including for growing veg.
It's been really reassuring to know that we don't have to worry about her when we're not there.
Thank you so much for your kind feedback. Were delighted to hear that your mum is happy and well cared for, and that youve found the team supportive and reassuring. Your comments mean a great deal to our staff and will be shared with them.
My uncle came to the Vyrnwy nursing home in December 24. He was in a poor state when he arrived. The wonderful staff have cared for him, respected him and made him a part of their family. We don't live locally but visit every few weeks and it's a comfort to know he is well looked after, happy and safe when we're not there. Thank you all at Vyrnwy!
Thank you so much for your lovely message. It truly means a lot to our whole team. We're delighted to care for your uncle and are so pleased to know you feel reassured that he is happy, safe, and well looked after. Your kind words are greatly appreciated!
My Dad has been in Vyrnwy Nursing Home for the past 11 months and the care he has received has been excellent.When we visit ,all the staff are so friendly,nothing is too much trouble,so Thank You once again !
Thank you so much for your kind words. It truly means a great deal to our whole team. We're delighted to hear that your dad has felt well cared for over the past 11 months, and that you and your family felt welcomed and supported when you visited.
An excellent care home. Kind, caring, friendly, helpful staff caring for my dad in his last few weeks. It was a really difficult decision sending dad away from home, but he needed professional care, and that is what he got. Special efforts were made to make his room as homely as possible, and nothing was too much trouble.
So happy with this 5* service my dad received for a weeks restbite. Very professional and friendly staff an absolute pleasure and would definitely be returning in the future.
Thank you so much for your kind words were thrilled to hear your dad had a great experience and we look forward to welcoming you again
My nan come to Vyrnwy November 2023 after poor health led to myself and my mum not being able to provide her with the care she needed. It was a hard decision but the best for Nan, she has had the best care we could of possibly hoped for, she left on April 6th to be with the Angels and she was peaceful and all our wishes for her dignity was respected. She had the best nurses and carers you could ever need, personal care was excellent and always clean, tidy and dietary needs met. I am thankful to all that cared all the staff felt like family and the hugs she had when we couldn't be there helped us knowing she was in a good place with excellent people round her. Thank you so much for everything, ( I've joked to my parents they need a double room when it's time !!l) Recommend this home 100% to anybody looking for a nursing home.
Thank you so much for your lovely message. It means a great deal to know that you felt supported and reassured, and that her care brought you comfort. Your kind words about our team and the home will be shared with everyone. And your comment about the "double room" did give us all a smile-thank you for that!
I have always found staff and carers very friendly and my husband well cared for. He passed away in March, when I called to collect his possessions I could not have asked for more kindness and compassion, along with shared memories of my husband and his personality. Thank you to everyone.
Thank you for your kind words. It means a great deal to us to know that our team's support and compassion made a difference during this difficult time.
We were very reluctant to take this step in our mothers c are, but it proved to be the best opportunity for her. She received loving and considerate care from the staff during her 3 month stay with them. Her dignity and respect were paramount to the staff who kept us fully informed to the end. The distance we had to travel to visit was not a deterrent for the quality of care mum received.
Thank you so much for sharing your kind words. We truly understand how difficult and emotional it can be to make the decision to place a loved one in care, and we are deeply honoured that you trusted us with your mother's care. Your feedback is invaluable, and it motivates us to continue offering the highest standard of care.
My uncle came into the care of Vyrnwy Nursing Home Feb 24. He was there until he passed away sadly in Jan 25. I visited him on numerous occasions and without exception the care, attention to detail was exemplary. He was popular with the staff even though he was in essence bed ridden. A great team who always helped him 100%.
Thank you for sharing such thoughtful feedback about our team. We are grateful to have had the opportunity to care for your uncle during his time here at Vyrnwy Nursing Home. Our staff is truly dedicated, and it means a lot to us to know that their efforts brought comfort to him and to you.
Kind staff. Very good activity coordinator. Open door policy for communication food excellent.
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your positive experience with us. We are delighted to hear that you have been pleased with the care and services provided. Its wonderful to know that our team, including the staff and activity coordinator, have met your expectations, and that our open-door communication policy has been beneficial.
Very good care from the staff. It is a very sociable home with many activities for the residents. The maintenance of the rooms is very good, perhaps the refurbishments could be more frequent. Overall it is a very good care home.
Thank you for your kind feedback! We are thrilled to hear that you appreciate the care from our staff and the variety of activities we offer for the residents. We also value your input on the room refurbishments and will certainly take that into consideration. Your thoughts help us continue to improve and provide the best possible care.
It's so hard when your family lives all over the world - you just hope your loved one gets treated with kindness and dignity they deserve and Vrynwy has delivered exactly that.
Every time I called it was no trouble for them to get my Uncle and they said often how much my Uncle enjoyed our chats. When I emailed photos they would print them to give to him straight away.
He spoke happily about the lovely location of the Home, all the activities, outings and the garden which he had a great time tending!
When he passed recently, I felt a particular staff member and all the team were genuinely saddened with the loss of him at the home - it's shows a great deal about the quality of the people employed throughout the home.
As a family member I cannot not recommend Vyrnwy Nusing Home highly enough for the true care that you want for the people you love the most! Thank you all so much!
Thank you so much for your kind words and thoughtful feedback. We are deeply touched that your Uncle received the care, attention, and respect he deserved during his time with us at Vyrnwy Nursing Home. It means the world to us to know that we made a positive difference in his life.
My sister spent 10 months in Vyrnwy Nursing Home. She was totally disabled and bed-bound. I found Vyrnwy very good with their care and the manger cared about the residents and is always accessible if you need her. The nursing care was very good and the staff looked after my sister until she died.
Very happy with the care you gave my husband. His room was very nice and kept very clean. The staff were very kind and friendly and very pleasant. He said the food was very nice. He came here looking very happy and contented. It was very noticeable he had been very well cared for. Thank you all so much for taking good care of him.
My mum spent the last few months of her life living at Vyrnwy. She was frail and needed constant care.
I know I chose the right place for her, and feel comforted that she was looked after by such a warm caring community of people, whose professionalism met the highest standards.
Thank you to everyone.
Since his arrival his mental state has improved, he is well-presented and is looked after wonderfully. He is happy, comfortable, talkative, mentally stimulated, and has put on weight. The staff recognise when he needs reassurance and this is always provided straight away.
He is treated as an individual with dignity and respect. Communication between the staff and myself is excellent and I am kept updated.
I am so relieved and happy that he is in such a lovely place.
Thank you to all the Vyrnwy staff.
I am very pleased with the care my mother has received and is still ongoing. She is being looked after very well and all staff are friendly and chatty and always ready to help. Nothing is too much trouble for them and she always looks clean and comfortable. I'm so pleased she is staying at the Vyrnwy Nursing Home.
Mum was always happy, and it was a pleasure to visit - thank you all!
It's in a lovely location with a river view and garden for everyone to enjoy all year round.
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The Vyrnwy Nursing Home is in the heart of Powys countryside and sits within the quiet area of Llansanffraid. It is set back from the main road.
The home currently has 35 rooms over 2 floors, 17 of which are en-suite. The home is within 5 minutes’ walk to local amenities such as shops, garage, post office, restaurants, church and pubs. The Home has its own car park.
We are situated 8 miles from Oswestry, 10 miles from Welshpool and 21 miles from Shrewsbury.
The home support Adults over the age of 50 with a variety of physical and mental health needs. Care, Quality and Compassion are three values we aim to uphold, the aim is to ensure that residents are in control of their day to day life in an environment that is safe and kind, one that brings pleasure and satisfaction.
The staff at the Vyrnwy Nursing home are supported to work to a high standard and ensure a good state of well being for all our residents.
If you would like more information please do not hesitate to request a brochure or make an appointment to come and se us.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vyrnwy Nursing Home
What types of Care is Vyrnwy Nursing Home registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Learning Disability / Autism, Mental Health Condition, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment, Eating Disorders, Younger Adults are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Vyrnwy Nursing Home have?
There are 35 Single Rooms and 2 Couples/Companion Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Vyrnwy Nursing Home?
Own Furniture if required, Smoking not permitted, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Vyrnwy Nursing Home to the centre of Llansantffraid-ym-Mechain?
0.2 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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