The Briars is a large modernised Victorian house, set in award winning gardens. We offer residential, respite and day care, for people who may have a Dementia or Physical disabilities, in a homely welcoming environment that respects everyone as individuals. We are a well established home that is part of a charitable Trust with an excellent reputation, for providing quality Dementia care, in a dementia friendly environment, that promotes community involvement with schools and local organisations. The staff at the home help to run information events about Dementia and the Briars is at the heart of its community. The Highly trained staff focus on the person, promoting meaningful activities, companionship, variety and spontaneity, that lead to lives that are fulfilled to their potential, respecting autonomy, and dignity. The Staff learn through the Eden alternative values and principles, that the residents and those closest to them are the leaders in the home. Many of the staff have been recognised in local and national competitions for this innovative approach. The catering staff have developed a wide and varied menu, in conjunction with residents and families, that has completely flexible times, to allow individual needs to be met, catering for special diets, as well as choosing when to eat. The lounge and dinning areas have been developed to be small and friendly and there are facilities for people to help themselves to food and drinks when they wish. We believe that People‚s life stories and information about what is important to them and for them, is paramount in developing individualised activity programs, as well as group activities, including outings. We have several Pets, including Chickens, guinea pigs, Birds and Chip monks and some residents have brought their own Pets to the home. We have an open visiting policy and regularly carry out satisfaction surveys, that show people are highly satisfied with the services we provide. We welcome comments and suggestions and hold regular residents and relatives meetings