The Briars
The Briars is a residential care home in Sandown, Isle of Wight (PO36 9BD). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About The Briars
The Briars is a residential care home in Sandown on the Isle of Wight. We provide care for older people, including those living with dementia and people with a physical disability, and we offer respite stays. We are a residential home rather than a nursing home, so our strength is in the daily business of living well. Help with washing and dressing, getting about safely, medication, meals that people look forward to, and the company that so often disappears when someone has been struggling alone at home. Where nursing input is needed we work alongside the district nursing team and local GPs. Mobility matters here. For residents with a physical disability we focus on what can still be done rather than listing what cannot, and we make sure equipment, layout and the amount of help offered are right. Being helped too much is its own kind of loss. With dementia, we keep the day steady and the surroundings familiar, and we ask families to tell us about the person's working life, their interests and their habits. Knowing somebody was always up at five, or never drank tea, saves a lot of confusion later. Being on the Island and close to the sea, getting out is easy and part of the ordinary week. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is good. Please come and look round The Briars.
Care provided at The Briars
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Physical disability support
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 19 March 2020
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about The Briars
Where is The Briars located?
The Briars is a residential care home in Sandown, Isle of Wight, PO36 9BD. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does The Briars provide?
The Briars is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Physical disability support, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is The Briars's CQC rating?
The Briars is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 19 March 2020. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does The Briars provide dementia care?
Yes. The Briars supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does The Briars offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. The Briars offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about The Briars
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. The Briars is registered for dementia care, so someone whose needs increase can usually stay rather than move.
Is there a nurse on site if health needs change?
No. The Briars is a residential care home without on-site nursing. District nurses and GPs visit, but someone who needs daily nursing may have to move to a nursing home.
Can they try a short stay before deciding?
Yes. Yes. The Briars offers respite and short stays, which is a good way to see whether the home is the right fit.
Will they support end of life care, so there is no move at the hardest time?
Ask the home. End of life care is not listed on the register. Ask the manager whether residents can remain in the home with hospice or district nurse support.
Can she bring her cat or dog?
Ask the home. The home has not told us its pet policy yet. Ask directly; some homes allow small pets in residents' rooms or welcome visiting dogs.
Can a couple stay together?
Ask the home. We do not know whether the home has rooms for couples. Ask about shared or adjoining rooms if this matters.
Will the council help pay, or is it self funded only?
Ask the home. The home has not told us which funding it accepts. Most homes take both council funded and self funded residents; ask about council rates and any top up.
Do they take younger adults as well as older people?
No. The Briars is registered for older people. Younger adults are not listed.
Can I visit before deciding, and are there visiting hours?
Ask the home. Every home should welcome a visit. Call to arrange one, ideally at a mealtime or during an activity, and ask about visiting hours for family.
Typical weekly fees in the South East
The Briars has not published its fees yet. These are typical weekly fees for the South East, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.
- Residential care: £1,100 to £1,450 per week per person, typical range
- Dementia care: £1,200 to £1,550 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the South East, not a quote from The Briars. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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