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Heol Don Care Home

Whitchurch, Cardiff CF14 2AU
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Heol Don is extremely dedicated to making the residents feel at home and she loved the foodG L(Granddaughter of Resident/Service User)
Heol Don Care Home, Cardiff
Pleased with the home. Staff very helpful and kind.Norah L(Resident / Service User)
Heol Don Care Home, Cardiff
Heol Don Care Home, Cardiff

Heol Don is a modern purpose-built facility, ideal for a wide range of residential, nursing and dementia care needs for the elderly. An experienced care team tailor care plans to individual needs for short or long term requirements including respite, convalescence and palliative care, as well as care for dementia residential.

Heol Don offers first-class accommodation and facilities including sensory gardens, a hair salon and even an on-site cinema. All bedrooms...  

Care Provided by Heol Don Care Home

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Mental Health Condition

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 78 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Stroke
  • Palliative / End of Life Care
  • Convalescent Care

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Gardens
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Television point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access

Funding & Fees

Weekly Charges per Person

Type of carePermanentRespite
Residential CareFrom £1,600From £1,760
Residential Dementia CareN/AFrom £1,795
Nursing CareFrom £1,795From £1,975

Pricing is subject to an assessment of care needs and the room chosen. There’s no need for your loved one to have Bupa health insurance, our Care Home is open to everyone. Please contact us for more information.

Contact Heol Don 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)

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

Person in charge

  • Sharon Roberts (General Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (78)
  • Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (78)

Parking

  • On-site parking available.

Heol Don Care Home Reviews (153)

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9.9

Heol Don Care Home has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.899) out of 10, based on 44 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Heol Don Care Home has 153 reviews.

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Review from D K (Niece of Resident) published on 20 January 2025 Submitted via Postal Card
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I wish to highly commend the ongoing treatment of my aunt during the time at Heol Don Care Home. I have made friendly contact with both admin and care staff. I go regularly and am impressed with the whole package.

Reply from Maria Ricketts, Customer Care Adviser at Heol Don Care Home

Thank you for your kind words. It is always nice to hear from family members feeling like their loved one is cared for and looked after. We hope to continue providing your loved one with the best possible care.

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Review from A M (Daughter of Resident) published on 17 January 2025 Submitted via Postal Card
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Staff go above and beyond their duties, always welcoming and care of residents is excellent.

Reply from David Mclean, Customer Service Adviser at Heol Don Care Home

Thank you for your kind words. It is always nice to hear words like "staff go above and beyond" being used to describe our care. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to make your loved ones stay as comfortable as possible.

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Review from Alison P (Daughter of Resident) published on 23 December 2024 Submitted via Website
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Mum was initially agreed reluctantly to go into Heol Don for respite care as she was struggling at home and we were exhausted. She is now a permanent resident as she is so content there. The staff have been amazing, right from the first tentative enquiry phone calls. We have been met with nothing but empathy, kindness and compassion. Her room is lovely and she has been encouraged to hang pictures and bring in anything she wants to make it personal to her. She loves the food and enjoys walking in the garden. Her dog is welcomed for visits! There is always something to do, crafting, scrabble, bingo, singing or watching professional entertainers and she is lonely no more! Thank you

Reply from Rosie Smith, Customer Advisor at Heol Don Care Home

Hello and thank you for taking the time to leave such a lovely review for Heol Don! We understand looking for care can be a difficult process and are thrilled that your Mum has settled in so well within the home. It is brilliant to hear how fantastic the staff have been with your family and we are so pleased that Mum is content and happy within the home.

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Review from Louise J (Daughter of Resident) published on 21 November 2024 Submitted via Website
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I have never, quite honestly, witnessed so much patience, care, genuine love and tenderness shown to both Mum and to us as a family, especially in the last few months of her life. Every member of staff, within their different roles, deserves such praise for their kindness, dedication and hard work.
Since her residency began in September 2022, Mum loved getting to know each and every team member and very much appreciated her daily little catch-ups with them individually. Never did I feel we were a nuisance, that we asked too much, and in these last few weeks in particular, they have shown as much care towards us as they have Mum. We felt truly supported by the team.
Everyone would take time out of their busy days to pop into her room offering us kind words of love and support. We knew Mum was loved. It was quite beautiful.
We will simply miss you all and will never forget your love and kindness.

Thank you from the bottom of our hearts.

Reply from Rosie Smith, Customer Advisor at Heol Don Care Home

Hello and thank you for writing such a lovely review for the staff at Heol Don. Firstly we would like to express our condolences at the passing of your Mum and wish you the best during this difficult time. We are thrilled to hear you felt the love and support of the team. It sounds as if your Mum...  

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Review from A W (Niece of Resident) published on 12 August 2024 Submitted via Postal Card
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My aunt who is 101 years old moved into Heol Don Care Home in April following 3 months in hospital. Prior to that she had lived independently so entering residential care was a huge decision/change for her. She has been allowed to adapt to her new surroundings at her own pace, while all the time being treated with utmost kindness, care and consideration. She greatly enjoys sitting/walking in the gardens so was quickly moved to a room with garden access. This gives her great pleasure. The staff are friendly, professional and kind. They go out of their way to meet her needs whenever possible.

Reply from Rosie Smith, Customer Advisor at Heol Don Care Home

Hello and thank you for taking the time to leave the staff at Heol Don Care Home such a lovely review. We are thrilled that your 101-year-old Aunt has adapted to care within the home and that she has been allowed to do this at her own pace. It is wonderful to hear words like "kindness", "care" and...  

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Review from S D (Daughter of Resident) published on 8 August 2024 Submitted via Postal Card
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We had a positive impression of the home from the first show around - which was friendly, helpful, and reassuring. The day that my Mother moved in her favourite armchair was already in place and there was plenty of room for ornaments etc on the shelves. We had a lovely welcome from the staff and all these things helped with the transition of my Mother into residential care. The home manager has been very keen to help my Mother settle in well.

Reply from David Mclean, Customer Service Adviser at Heol Don Care Home

Thank you for your lovely review. We hope Heol Don Care Home did everything possible to make the transition as easy as possible for your mother as well as your family. We are very happy to hear you can feel at ease with your mother in our care. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to make her stay as comfortable as possible.

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Review from Christine R (Sister of Resident) published on 7 August 2024 Submitted via Website
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I am sorry to say that I do not recommend Heol Don in Cardiff to anyone who is looking for a place for their loved one to live. My brother was only there for 2 months The first month he wasn't too bad The second month he went downhill so fast it is heartbreaking to watch. I asked to speak to the manager but I was told she wasn't available. I never did get the chance to speak to them. I took a video of my brother and it breaks my heart. You could see he was so very frightened there. Always looking at the door and wanting to hide in his bed. My brother had one watch taken and another one broken. He is now settling into another home and the difference in him after 2 weeks is like a miracle. Even after the first week, he looked different. I am so happy that I have found a lovely safe and secure place for him to be happy. So no, I do not recommend Heol Don Cardiff.

Reply from David Mclean, Customer Service Adviser at Heol Don Care Home

I am sorry to hear that you were dissatisfied with the home. I am pleased to hear that your brother is now well-settled and happy in the correct environment for his needs.

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Review from I C (Respite Resident) published on 31 July 2024 Submitted via Postal Card
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Two weeks of respite after my recent hip replacement operation at Heol Don Care Home was the last thing I did.
I felt very well supported amongst extremely friendly staff and now I feel ready to go home to my apartment where I live independently on my own.

I can highly recommend Heol Don Care Home.

Reply from Grace Langfield, Customer Service Adviser at Heol Don Care Home

Thank you for taking the time to leave your review. It is always nice to hear words like "extremely friendly" and "well supported" being used to describe our care and we wish you the best for the future. Thank you for choosing Heol Don for your stay.

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Review from B C (Friend of Resident) published on 25 June 2024 Submitted via Postal Card
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Being forced to find respite care for our elderly family friend due to a fire at her home. We were greeted by a professional and friendly contact and within two days our friend was in a lovely ensuite room and made to feel very comfortable and safe. The service has been so friendly and she has been made to feel at home, with attentive care and great food. First-rate service and care are provided at all times by a great team.

Reply from Maria Ricketts, Customer Care Adviser at Heol Don Care Home

Thank you for your lovely review. It is always nice to hear words like "Attentive Care" and "First rate service" being used to describe our care. Thank you for choosing Heol Don Care Home for your stay.

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Review from K D (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 6 March 2024 Submitted via Website
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It’s a joy to visit my relative who lives at Heol Don. You are made to feel so welcome from the minute you walk through the door. My relative can be quite demanding, but nothing seems too much trouble, and they are happy and content and have made friends and joined in the activities too. There is always lots to eat and drink, and you can even order off the menu too. The home is very clean, and staff are friendly and attentive. Would highly recommend.

Reply from Grace Langfield, Customer Service Adviser at Heol Don Care Home

Thank you for your lovely review. We are happy to hear that both you and your relative feel like a part of our Heol Don family. It's really nice hearing from family members who feel like their loved ones are cared for and looked after so well by our staff. We will certainly pass your comments on to the manager.

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Review from Sharon P (Sister-in-law of Resident) published on 21 February 2024 Submitted via Website
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We chose Heol Don for my sister-in-law and brother-in-law in December when their need for care became urgent. From my initial contact via telephone with the manager to our subsequent meetings with him I cannot thank him enough for his care and support during the whole of process. When we first stepped inside Heol Don we knew this would be the place where my sister-in-law and brother-in-law would be well looked after - and happy as that is important also. We settled both our relatives in over the Xmas period and everyone went out of their way to ensure that all their needs were met. Everywhere is absolutely spotless and the food is excellent. I think for me the highest praise that I could give is that I have told my family that should I ever need to be placed into care this is where I would like to be. Well done everyone.

Reply from Eden Tomlinson, Customer Service Adviser at Heol Don Care Home

Thank you for your kind words. We are very happy to hear you can feel at ease with your loved ones in our care. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to make their stay as comfortable as possible.

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Review from Ellen F (Niece of Resident) published on 13 February 2024 Submitted via Website
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While I believe my aunt is well cared for, I feel that the home has treated me poorly. My aunt, with severe dementia, is without capacity and I am her next-of-kin and first point of contact; at the time of writing, she has been at Heol Don for two months.

At this time, I have not been given any information regarding the practices, processes or policies of the home and was not told anything with regards to my aunt’s settling in. I asked questions face-to-face and was told “I can’t tell you anything” (because I do not have lasting power of attorney). I have then gone on to ask questions regarding my position. I have done this by email which has not been answered, I have given feedback by email which has not been acknowledged, I have given feedback in person to a member of the senior leadership team, and this has not been followed up with me. I have asked, by email and at reception, for someone to phone me and they have not.

Reply from Grace Langfield, Customer Service Adviser at Heol Don Care Home

Thank you for your feedback. We have a genuine regard for all of our residents and their health and wellbeing are an absolute priority. We will pass on your feedback to the home's manager, however, if you would like to discuss this further, please contact our Feedback Team by emailing feedback@bupa.com or calling 0113 381 6293.

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Review from E B (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 13 February 2024 Submitted via Website
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Absolutely appalling experience at Heol Don since moving up to the nursing floor. For starters, lots of my grandmother’s stuff goes missing and never gets returned, including Christmas gifts! Additionally, the staff retention is poor. They do not speak to residents or their families in an appropriate manner. The laundry service always allows clothing to go missing or care labels are not read and clothes ruined and then after the clothes have been washed, are left in a pile in the wardrobe. She also gets dressed in summer dresses in the middle of winter and thick winter tights in summer! Also, the nursing staff are unprofessional and awful- an example being one nurse shouted out my grandmother’s diagnosis in the living room when it hadn’t been discussed with the family or the resident. We have previously raised concerns and followed the complaints procedure and nothing has been done- we have spoken to senior people at Bupa and the staff don’t follow their instructions! Awful!

Reply from Julie Chiverton, Customer Advisor at Heol Don Care Home

Feedback is really important to us and our residents are our number one priority and we take complaints very seriously. Please email feedback@bupa.com so we can investigate this for you.

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Review from Jamie C (Son of Resident) published on 8 January 2024 Submitted via Postal Card
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Very friendly atmosphere in the home.
All staff are very caring and helpful to both residents and relatives.
Food options are excellent and quality is superb.
Rooms are always clean and tidy.

Overall my mother receives excellent care which is comforting for us as a family.

Reply from David Mclean, Customer Service Adviser at Heol Don Care Home

Thank you for your kind words. It is always nice to hear words like “very caring” and “helpful” being used to describe our care and we are very happy to hear you can feel at ease with your mother in our care. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to make her stay as comfortable as possible.

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Review from Graham D (Son of Resident) published on 28 December 2023 Submitted via Website
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My mum has been in Heol Don Care Home since April 2023 and since day 1 the care that has been provided is absolutely excellent.

My mum's needs have always been met, her room is always clean, the whole building is always clean and well maintained, the facilities are excellent, the food is excellent, the management of the home is clearly excellent and finally, all staff, starting at reception and the offices through to the carers and then to all support staff - cleaners, cooks, maintenance staff, laundry staff - and managers - all work to the highest standards and all are friendly and helpful. We really feel that our mum is in a caring place, with plenty of activities put on and facilities available - Heol Don really have provided a 10 out of 10 service.

Reply from Eden Tomlinson, Customer Service Adviser at Heol Don Care Home

Thank you for your kind words, it is always nice to hear words like “Friendly” and “Helpful” being used to describe our care. We will certainly pass your comments on to the manager.

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Review from Helen G (Daughter of Resident) published on 7 December 2023 Submitted via Website
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Very poor communication with relatives/next of kin. Lack of replies to emails raising important welfare issues. No response from the care home manager despite being copied in. Missed an appointment at the hospital and did not

reschedule despite assurances.

Reply from Grace Langfield, Customer Service Adviser at Heol Don Care Home

We appreciate you taking the time to leave us your comments. Our resident’s health and wellbeing are an absolute priority so we will discuss your feedback with the home’s manager to help them continually improve their service. If you would like to speak with anyone about this further, please contact our Quality Team on 0113 360 4806.

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Review from Jane M (Respite Resident) published on 29 August 2023 Submitted via Postal Card
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I came to Heol Don for a two week post-operation respite stay following a bilateral knee replacement. I needed rest and support, when I needed it I got both. The staff were kind, caring and attentive. I raised a couple of issues and made some suggestions, they listened and acted on everything I raised. For myself, I was only here for ten days and the attention I got was sufficient to meet my needs, however, and I say this as an observation, people who came as permanent residents I spoke to had lost their homes, pets and families and a lifestyle and I felt they needed someone to talk to. The staff always engaged and were respectful but had tasks to perform and didn't have time. Maybe volunteers, befrienders or a buddy system I think would make a difference.

Reply from David Mclean, Customer Service Adviser at Heol Don Care Home

Thank you for your kind words. We are glad to help you through such a difficult time and it is always nice to hear from residents using words like “kind, caring and attentive” being used to describe our care. We will certainly pass your comments on to the manager and hopefully you will go away from this feeling like you received the best possible care. Thank you for choosing Heol Don for your stay.

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Review from Gillian C (Resident / Service User) published on 15 February 2023 Submitted via Postal Card
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Wonderful service. Well looked after. Friendly staff. Lovely location and gardens. Pleasant outlook.

Reply from Grace Langfield, Customer Service Adviser at Heol Don Care Home

Thank you for your feedback. We are pleased to hear you are so well looked after in our Heol Don Care Home and hope to continue providing you with the best possible care.

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Review from Carol E (Respite Resident) published on 3 February 2023 Submitted via Postal Card
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From the moment I rang Heol Don Care Home and spoke to staff I felt at home. Kind, considerate and caring. The staff here are very helpful and nothing is any trouble. The food is great, variety is spot on. The activities are fun and the pampering was fabulous. If I ever I decide to have respite again I'll be back in Heol Don. Loved it.

Reply from Rebecca Kellegher, Customer Service Adviser at Heol Don Care Home

We appreciate you taking the time to leave us your lovely review. It is always nice to hear words like Kind and Considerate being used to describe our care. Thank you for choosing Heol Don Care Home for your stay.

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Review from Kathleen E (Daughter of Resident) published on 17 January 2023 Submitted via Postal Card
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The staff at Heol Don Care Home are always kind and professional in their manner. They always provide excellent service to all their residents.

Reply from Grace Langfield, Customer Service Adviser at Heol Don Care Home

Thank you for your kind review, we are glad Heol Don have made your experience with our care so positive. We hope to continue providing your loved one the best services possible.

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Posted: 03 August 2026

Heol Don is a purpose-built home offering a warm welcome to those needing residential, nursing and dementia care. Wheelchairs can move around easily indoors and out, including all around our large gardens, gazebos and our children’s play area.

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  • 30 Jan 2026Recipient: Bupa Care Homes
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  • 28 Feb 2023Recipient: Heol Don Care Home

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