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Philosophy of Care

Plas Derwen Nursing Home aims to provide its Service Users with a secure, relaxed, and homely environment in which their care, well being and comfort are of prime importance.​


Plas Derwen Nursing Home offers long stay nursing care to older persons aged over 50 years suffering from dementia/mental infirmity and presenting some physical illnesses and disabilities associated with old age.

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Accommodation

The Home is a 23-bedded building standing in an elevated position, surrounded by countryside with panoramic views of the sea and Dee Estuary. There is a large garden, part of which has been made into a patio area. There is a wheelchair access to all parts of the garden. It is situated just off the coast road, close to the villages of Ffynongroew and Pennyfford.

It has two lounges, a conservatory, dining room, a large kitchen, two bathrooms, shower room, and various utility rooms. There is also a laundry on site. The Home is pleasantly furnished to create a homely environment.

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Environment and Activities

A homely, therapeutic environment has been established by the encouragement and implementation of several aspects of individualisation regarding personal possessions i.e. clothing chosen by the resident where possible, toiletries and handbags. Relatives and nursing staff participate in an on-going programme of reality orientation by the use of personal effects i.e. photographs associated with the residents’ life in the community, with their families and by the use of reality orientation aids in the home. Residents will be escorted to visit shops to choose their own clothing and other personal requirements where possible. If this is not appropriate nursing staff anticipate individual needs with the help of relative’s advice and from the nurses’ observations of the residents preferences. Small items of personal furniture are welcome.

"To all the wonderful staff at Plas Derwen, 

On behalf of our whole family, I want to express our deepest gratitude for the love, compassion and dignity you showed our Mum, J. You cared for her not just as a resident, but as someone truly special - and that means more to us than words can ever say. 

Hearing you call her "J-----", and seeing how fondly you used that name, bright us so much comfort. It showed us that she wasn't just looked after - she was loved, known, and appreciated for exactly who she was. That nickname will stay with us forever, and not will always make us smile. Thank you for your patience, your kindness, the gentle way you spoke to her, and the warmth you brought into her days. In her final chapter, you gave her safety, tenderness and genuine care - gifts we will never forget. We will always remember the special place you had in her life, and the special place she clearly held in yours". 

T.P. 27/11/2025

Plas Derwen

Plas Derwen Nursing Home

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