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New Care Home Development Set to Begin in Carmarthenshire
Work on a new council-run care home in Carmarthenshire is scheduled to commence this autumn after experiencing delays. The facility is designed to provide residential and nursing care for up to 60 older individuals, including those with physical disabilities, sensory impairments, and neurological conditions like dementia. This new care home will replace the previous 34-bed Plas Y Bryn residential care home in Cwmgwili, which closed in 2022.
The new building will feature bedrooms designed to maximise views and natural light, with most facing east and west. It will also include new landscaping elements and two courtyards for residents’ use.
Carmarthenshire Council acquired the site for £720,000, opting for demolition and a new build as the existing structure could not support a third storey. With an ageing population in Carmarthenshire, there is a growing demand for care services. The total cost of the Plas Y Bryn project is estimated at £19.3 million, of which the Welsh Government is contributing 70%, while the council will cover 30%.
Councillor Jane Tremlett, cabinet member for adult social services, children, and families, highlighted the redevelopment as a significant milestone in the council’s commitment to providing modern, high-quality care facilities. “This investment will not only improve the quality of life for residents but also support the integration of health and social care services in the community,” she stated.
Despite previous expectations for completion in early 2028, the opening is now anticipated to occur by early 2029. Planning documents indicate that approximately 30 staff members will be employed at the facility, which is being designed by Lawray Architects.
Long-term, the council hopes that the new care home will reduce costs, as it aims to provide more beds for older individuals, minimizing the need to commission more expensive private care options. Deputy Minister for Social Care, Delyth Jewell, noted the project as an example of future-proofing care services, expressing her eagerness to see its progression.
