Barchester Bryn Ivor Lodge Care Home

Newport Road, Castleton, Cardiff CF3 2UQ
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9.8 114 Reviews
  • Barchester Bryn Ivor Lodge Care Home, Cardiff
Bryn Ivor Lodge is a purpose-built home that opened in July 2015.

The home boasts a high-quality interior that is tailored to the challenges of delivering first-class nursing and residential care.

A wide range of needs is welcomed; committed staff take a respectful approach to care and specialise in dementia care. The dedicated Memory Lane Community features a sensory area and personalised memory boxes to support reminiscence, whilst a tailored care package and occupational based activities further enhance the quality of life for residents.

The care team is committed to building strong relationships with both residents and their families, as well as supporting interests, activities and nutrition.

Care Provided by Barchester Bryn Ivor Lodge Care Home

  • Primary Care Categories
  • Dementia
  • No Medical Intervention
  • Older Person Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Respite Care
  • Care Types Provided
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 80 Service Users
  • Privately Owned
  • Care Offered
  • Alzheimer's
  • COPD/Pulmonary Disease
  • Hearing Impairment
  • Huntington's Disease
  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Speech Impairment
  • Stroke
  • Visual Impairment
  • Other Care Provided
  • Convalescent Care
  • Own GP if required
  • Palliative Care
  • Separate Specialist Dementia Care Unit

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Liliana Ungureanu (General Manager)
  • Admission Criteria
    • Full needs assessment prior to admission
    • Ages 60+
  • Room Information
    • Single Rooms (80)
    • Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (80)
  • Care Home Design/Build
    • Purpose Built: Yes
    • Last Refurbishment: 2022

Funding & Fees Guide for Barchester Bryn Ivor Lodge Care Home

  • Funding Types Accepted
  • Self funding (Private)
  • Local Authority with Top-Up
  • Local Authority
  • NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) Funding
  • Weekly Charges per Person
    • Self-Funded Residential Care from £1,550
  • This Weekly Fee rate is an indication only of a typical standard fee rate for a resident living in a standard, comfortable room. A final Weekly Fee rate will be confirmed once we have carried out a pre-admission needs assessment. For nursing care, Weekly Fee rate will be dependent on personal needs.


  • (these prices are only a guideline, please contact Barchester Bryn Ivor Lodge Care Home to find out the exact price for your requirements)

Facilities

  • Bar/Café
  • Close to Local shops
  • Gardens
  • Lift
  • Minibus or other transport
  • Near Public Transport
  • Own Furniture if required
  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access
  • Residents Kitchenette
  • Television point in own room
  • Wheelchair Access

Barchester Bryn Ivor Lodge Care Home Reviews (114)

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9.8

Barchester Bryn Ivor Lodge Care Home has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.820) out of 10, based on 33 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Barchester Bryn Ivor Lodge Care Home has 114 reviews.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

I am very aware of the excellent care I receive in spite of the shortage of staff. If this could be improved, it would be a great relief to me and especially to the very hard working staff. The choice of food is very good.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Good as possibly can be - not like my own home. Food is not as good at tea time but better at lunch time. Staff are good to me. Would like to go out in the garden if possible. The room is nice and a good view. Physiotherapist required to help me move.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 3.0 out of 5

Good room and facilities. Happy with food. Staff treat you well. I enjoy going out in the garden.
Require a higher chair in room and lounges.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Kindness and care by the nurses is wonderful. Food is very good - but too much and too fancy.
I would like to go out in the garden more.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Good care and staff caring and patient. Various and many activities. I enjoy the gardens.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

The best meal is breakfast - perfect poached eggs.
A variable menu from which you choose the day before.
Three-course meals twice daily at 12.30pm and 5pm (too early).
Soup always on the menu with a fruit platter alternative.
Staff are very pleasant but a bit thin on the ground sometimes.
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are expected to serve meals in the rooms.
Medication locked in rooms until needed.
Lights are left on despite bright sunlight but can be switched off if enough protest is made.
All rooms are en-suite.
This is an essential feature.
Security poor at main entrance especially at weekends.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 3.0 out of 5

Overall the experience at the home was good. The staff welcoming and the environment is of a high standard. Although I did not taste the food the menu looked fantastic.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

The environment is lovely, my mother in law has struggles to settle, but that does not reflect on the care home.
Any setting would have the same issues.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I was warned about coming into a care home, but once I saw it, I was amazed. It is a very nice home. All of the staff are wonderful. They have even taken me out for the first time in 9 years. I also have been to The Winter Wonderland skating in my wheelchair. The general and medical care has been excellent.
Even the visiting GP is lovely.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

On the whole I am very satisfied that my partner is being well cared for, the only concern I have is that he is not always supervised when dressing and has ended up wearing his pyjamas under his clothes. On one occasion he was walking around in his boxer shorts. I just feel he could do with a bit more
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I was greeted by a very pleasant lady who showed me to my friend. The building is brand new and all facilities are excellent. The decor and furnishings are lovely. There are nice gardens and views over the Bristol Channel. My friends room with en-suite was excellent and she seemed very happy with it.
All the staff were very nice.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

I spent a week in respite care following an operation and found it was very beneficial. The staff were lovely, they were so kind and attentive - you really felt you were their priority. My room was large comfortable and with a beautiful outlook. The food was good with an interesting and varied menu
but if nothing suited they would readily provide something else. The home had only been open about a month and was still having some teething troubles; soon after I arrived and settled in, the lavatory cistern was found to be leaking, so I has to be moved to another room. The lighting in the bed room was so poor especially the bed side one, I had one brought from home.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My father was one of the first residents in this home, admitted in the week it was opened. He is 89 years of age suffering from dementia. Prior to his admission he was in hospital for over 3 months, where his general health, dementia and demeanor were all suffering as he was becoming institutionalised.
Since being admitted to Bryn Ivor all aspects of his life have improved and whilst I accept that his dementia cannot be reversed he is very happy and almost back to the Father of 10/15 years ago, long before the onset of his illness. He now has a new family, consisting of the staff who happily care for his every need and the other residents. My Husband, myself and all members of our family, young and old are always made very welcome by the staff and we now view a visit to see Dad as we did when seeing him at home.
Sadly my Mother who was also due to go to Bryn Ivor Lodge became to ill too be admitted with Dad and passed away last month. I truly believe that had she been able to go to Bryn Ivor she would still be with us today and I suspect for a few months more.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Extremely professional, all staff are extremely helpful and friendly. Excellent food, rooms and facilities, very clean, pleasant environment. Excellent books, games etc around the living room to help stimulate dementia patients. Shame its so expensive as we will have to move my father due to self funding
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Current Review Score: 9.8 (9.820)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.8 (9.820) out of 10 for Barchester Bryn Ivor Lodge Care Home is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.8 out of 5 from 33 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 33 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Care Home is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  • a) 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months.

    The Average Rating of 4.820 for Barchester Bryn Ivor Lodge Care Home is calculated as follows: ( (323 Excellents x 5) + (53 Goods x 4) + (8 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 384 Ratings = 4.82

  • b) 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5').

    The 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Barchester Bryn Ivor Lodge Care Home is based on 33 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    • i) 4 points are available for the first 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 4

    • ii) 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the registered maximum number of service users in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Care Home registered for a maximum of 50 service users has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 80 registered maximum number of service users is 16, which has been reached with 33 Positive reviews. Points = 1

  • When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.

  • If a Care Home does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

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Meet the Team (13)

Liliana

Liliana Ungureanu

Job Title: General Manager

Joined: 2017

Hi, my name is Liliana and I am the General Manager here at Bryn Ivor Lodge.


I have a degree in Nursing and a master's in Management of Health, vast experience and knowledge of the care sector and a real passion for delivering high-quality care.


I offer guidance to my team of nurses, care practitioners, senior carers and carers to ensure the health, safety and well-being of those we support by providing high standards of care whilst respecting dignity, privacy and wishes in a warm and friendly environment.


My team and I will ensure that each resident and their loved ones are satisfied with our services at Bryn Ivor Lodge.


Daniela

Daniela Giuglea

Job Title: Deputy manager

Joined: 2015

Hi, my name is Daniela and I have been working at Bryn Ivor Lodge since July 2015, I was promoted to Unit Nurse Manager in the General Nursing Unit in 2020. I have a passion for the care of elderly people and I like to provide a homely atmosphere for residents and their families, whilst also promoting high standards of evidence–based clinical care. We have a fantastic team here at Bryn Ivor Lodge who are all committed to delivering the best positive care to those we support. I am now the home Deputy manager since February 2024.


Clare

Clare Matthews

Job Title: Home Administrator

Joined: 2016

Hello, my name is Clare Matthews I started as an Admin Assistant at the Bryn Ivor Lodge Care Home in December 2016 and was promoted to Home administrator in 2022. You can find me in the back office or at reception, I look after the financial side of the home answer the phone calls look after the new starters within the home and provide excellent customer service.


Joanna

Joanna Buckingham

Job Title: Residential Head of Unit

Joined: 2017

Hello, my name is Jo and I have worked in the care sector for over a decade, progressing from a care assistant to senior carer, and was promoted to residential head of unit in 2019.


I am passionate about delivering person-centred care and assist in ensuring our residents have a good quality of life.


Emma

Emma Holloway

Job Title: Dementia Residential Head of Unit

Joined: 2015

Hi, my name is Emma, I have worked in the care sector for many years, working with various people who are in different stages of their dementia journey.


I am passionate about giving my residents the best care possible. I have been working for Barchester since 2015 as a senior carer and was promoted to head of unit in 2019.


Oana

Oana Dumitrascu

Job Title: Unit Nurse Manager

Joined: 2023

My name is Oana and I have dedicated to providing compassionate care in multiple nursing homes since 2016. My journey has led me to Bryn Ivor Lodge, where I became a Senior Nurse in August 2023 and was recently promoted to Unit Nurse Manager in May 2024.


I am passionate about this role as it allows me to utilize my skills to make a meaningful impact on our residents' health and well-being. At Bryn Ivor Lodge, we foster a nurturing environment where our residents feel like part of a big family. I am committed to enhancing their quality of life and ensuring they receive the highest standard of care.


Divya

Divya Varghese

Job Title: Unit Nurse Manager

Joined: 2021

Hello, I am Divya, Unit Nurse Manager at Bryn Ivor Lodge Care Home.


I joined the Bryn Ivor Lodge team in 2021 as a Healthcare Assistant before obtaining my UK nursing qualification. I qualified in 2023 and have recently been promoted as a Unit Nurse Manager.


I am delighted to be a part of this team. I am an experienced nurse with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing and a Master's in public health.


My goal is to look after all residents in a way that they are at the centre of everything I do and make their lives meaningful, comfortable and joyful.


Ella

Ella Melesteanu

Job Title: Admin Assistant

Joined: 2017

Hello, my name is Ella and I started working at Bryn Ivor Lodge in April 2017 as a Care Assistant. With dedication to care and passion for learning, I was promoted to Senior Care Assistant then Team Leader, being a support to our residents and staff. I have always been keen on understanding and helping individuals with Dementia, this is the reason why I became a Dementia Champion.


Being eager to learn and help more I became Admin Assistant in April 2023 and you can find me in reception answering phone calls, helping with recruitment and ordering and also with staff rotas.


Sophia

Sophia Reed

Job Title: Activities Coordinator

Joined: 2021

Hi, I'm Sophia, the Activities Coordinator at Bryn Ivor Lodge. My top priority is making sure our residents feel happy and cosy in their homes. I'm a super crafty person and love coming up with new and exciting activities for everyone to enjoy. When I'm not busy planning, you can usually spot me outside tending to the garden - especially when the sun is shining!


David

David Grist

Job Title: Maintenance Manager

Joined: 2019

Hi, I'm David, the Maintenance Manager at Bryn Ivor Lodge.


I've been part of this amazing team since December 2019, and I absolutely love working here! I've been in the maintenance industry for almost 20 years, but my experience at Bryn Ivor is unlike any other. I really enjoy interacting with the residents and find it extremely fulfilling to help out wherever I can.


Tara

Tara Cunliffe

Job Title: Head of Housekeeping

Joined: 2024

“Hi, my name is Tara!


I'm excited to be the new Head Housekeeper at Bryn Ivor Lodge. Previously, I worked in the hotel industry with Celtic Collection. I decided to join Barchester to broaden my experience in the caring sector because I have a genuine passion for helping and caring for others.


In my free time, I enjoy playing sports and visiting my family.”


Karen

Karen Alberts

Job Title: Head Chef

Joined: 2024

With over 15 years of experience in culinary management within care homes, I have developed a deep understanding of how to create nutritious, well-balanced meals that cater to diverse dietary needs. I spent a decade as a chef in a care home in Montreal, where I honed my skills in meal planning and food safety, ensuring the well-being of residents was always a priority. Before joining Barchester, I spent two years in a care home in Bristol, where I refined my ability to design menus that cater to a variety of tastes while maintaining the highest standards of care. My passion for food and commitment to providing the best dining experience for residents is at the heart of everything I do.


Jordana

Jordana Sexton

Job Title: 2nd Chef

Joined: 2024

“Hello there! I’m Jordana Sexton, but you can call me Jay! I’m thrilled to be the 2nd Chef at Bryn Ivor Lodge.


Before embarking on this incredible journey, I ran my own coffee shop and catering business for 8 amazing years. It was during that time I discovered my passion for catering—it turns out I have quite a flair for it! Baking is a true joy for me, and I whip up delicious creations not just for our wonderful residents, but also in my free time.


I can’t wait to dive into this exciting new chapter at Bryn Ivor Lodge and bring some delicious flavours to life!”