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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.
My mum is a resident here since over three months following a tough month in hospital. She is in her late nineties and needed round the clock care when she first arrived with the intention of returning home to live alone, but with a 'package of care' arranged by social services. However, as the weeks have flown by, Mum has changed her mind, deciding to stay indefinitely because of the overwhelming love, care and attention she receives daily from the most fantastic, dedicated team of happy, jolly, extremely professional and genuinely caring professionals. Visiting hours are long and generous. Activities are plentiful and good fun, including bowls, dominoes, bingo, cards and cookery, to mention but a few. Enjoyable visits and days-out are so cleverly organised and supervised and I truly can't speak highly enough of this wonderful, amazing nursing home oozing warmth, love and friendliness. Mum is so very happy here and I feel so lucky and privileged that she is here.
Thank you to all the Staff looking after my dad. The staff are very supportive and looked after my dad so well. It was nice to see my dad joining in with some activity and how they brought the activity to his bedroom when he didn't feel well enough to join the others downstairs.
The home have been great with Nan. Nothing is too much trouble. The staff are amazing, professional, friendly and warm. My nan had always been anxious of going into a care home. She’s enjoyed the Vyrnwy Nursing Home so much that she’s decided to stay (rather than try to continue to live independently with carers coming into her home). This says it all about the quality of care.
My Mum is at Vyrnwy Nursing Home and it's a straightforward easy review - 'we couldn't have got any better'. Not only the excellent professional care from all the staff (thank you) but it's the small things that Vyrnwy will do that add up even more; charging her phone, making sure she's ready for a family day out, going over to the shop for a few things for her, and just the good day to day chat.
In the short time my dad has been at the home, he is beginning to settle down. Everything appears fine.
Following a serious stroke and four months of hospitalisation Dad was confused, disorientated and unhappy with his loss of mobility. Dad has already had a stay in a care home but with the stroke, he was unable to go back. We therefore have a benchmark to rate Vyrnwy against and find them equally caring to dad and the family. Dad's condition has resulted in him being challenging and the staff have dealt with him with respect and care. His room is excellent, ensuite facilities requires cosmetic fix, hence the rating.
Dad need some respite care (two weeks) so he was fortunate enough to be placed in the Vyrnwy Nursing Home. On arrival, he was very apprehensive about the experience but the caring and attentive skills of the staff helped to ease the transition. During his stay, there were some upgrading works being carried out but staff tried to ensure there was minimal disruption to residents. All in all, every style staff member treated Dad with dignity and respect and worked hard to ensure his varying needs were met. He certainly enjoyed his matters with you all! Thank you.
We have just moved her closer to the family due to travel costs.
My mum was very well looked after during her stay and only ever had good words to say about all the staff.
We as a family would like to thank you all for your help and kindness.
Although Dad was a resident, not for long, his care was excellent. All the staff were caring and professional throughout his stay. I know he was happy there. My brother and myself would like to thank them all.
Can't say anything other than the care home and staff are excellent. Very happy to think that Mum is at the Vyrnwy, being looked after and cared for so well. Very satisfied with it, overall.
In today's climate of staffing issues, this home is probably as good as you will get. I have confidence that my wife is in good hands and well cared for. She is terminally ill with Alzheimer's and other problems and can be difficult at times, but the staff are patient and caring. Nice touch: they knock before entering her room.
My sister-in-law has been a resident in the Vyrnwy Nursing Home since early October 2021 and during that time has been extremely well looked after. She rates the food and support she has been given by all of the care staff, as excellent. My wife and I find the manager and all of her staff, welcoming and caring for all of the residents.
The admin staff and carers were all very approachable and helpful, answering any information I asked. Overall, the care home is excellent and has nice surroundings.
The staff are very caring and considerate. My father, who is on palliative care, is always clean and comfortable.
The care and love the staff provide to my wife is first class. The activities are very good. The garden, in the summer months, is great for the residents. All in all, I am happy with the care my wife is provided with.
I am extremely pleased with the care and attention my mother receives at the home. The team are thoughtful and caring to myself and siblings as well as our mother. This means that we can rest easy knowing that she is in good hands.
My Mum is being so well looked after at the Vyrnwy Nursing Home - especially during the periods of lockdown. This has been a very difficult time - but being able to keep in touch with video calls that's been arranged is brilliant. The care and dedication everyone gives is amazing. The lady who organises the activities is brilliant, involving the residents in all kinds of activities. Thank you everyone. I love the facebook pages.
Mum has been receiving care at home for around four months now. It has taken a while for her routine of care to settle in. This is partly due to Mum's needs changing and the covid situation, at present. Mum really likes all the girls who care for her and they have built up a good relationship. I personally, find management really accommodating, especially since Mum's medication constantly changes. The staff are completely professional, reliable and always are available to help. The most important thing is Mum is very happy with the care that she receives.
Lovely home, it is has a very welcoming feel the moment you enter. The staff are fantastic, everyone is happy, working well as a team, taking pride in their work and always going the extra mile. The activities are fantastic, the nurses are extremely professional and very knowledgeable. I feel reassured that Mum could not have been in better hands and in the most beautiful surroundings. Many thanks.
This home has such a lovely feel and is in a nice setting too. The staff are friendly and genuinely care. When I need looking after, I won't hesitate to ask if there are any rooms free here. Thanks to the manager for doing a good job.
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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.
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