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The Briars

33 Broadway, Sandown, Isle of Wight PO36 9BD
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The Briars, Sandown
The Briars, Sandown
The Briars, Sandown

The Briars is proud to be one of the longest-standing and most respected care homes on the island, rated Good overall and Outstanding in Responsive category by the CQC (April 2021).

The Briars offers high-quality residential care in a warm, welcoming environment just moments from the coast. As part of the Greensleeves Care charity, every penny is reinvested into exceptional care – not profit. Thanks to the charity’s Home for Life...  

Care Provided by The Briars

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Mental Health Condition
  • Physical Disability
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 38 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Stroke
  • Palliative / End of Life Care
  • Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
  • Day Care

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • Smoking not permitted
  • Close to Local shops
  • Near Public Transport
  • Minibus or other transport
  • Lift
  • Stairlift
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Gardens
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Television point in own room

Funding & Fees

Weekly Charges per Person

Type of carePermanentRespite
Residential Care£1,345 - £1,976£1,345 - £1,976
Residential Dementia Care£1,345 - £1,976£1,345 - £1,976

Fees are set based on the specific care needs of each individual. Fees come with Greensleeves Care's unique Home for Life financial assurance and, as a not-for-profit home, every penny goes towards high-quality care, never shareholders. Give the home a call today for more details.

Contact The Briars to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:

Funding Types Accepted

  • Self-Funding (Private)
  • Local Authority with Top-up
  • Local Authority
  • NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)

Good to Know

Group / Owner

Person in charge

  • Lesley Shaw(Home Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: No
  • Last Refurbishment: 2012

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (38)
  • Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (12)

Visiting

  • There are no restrictions on visiting Loved Ones. The Briars is the resident's home and therefore visitors are welcome anytime.

Parking

  • Like most other facilities on the Isle of Wight, The Briars Care Home does not have large parking availability. Some time ago the home took a decision, for the benefit of its resident, to convert previously allocated car parking space into a lovely communal outdoor facility for the residents to enjoy. Residents, families and visitors are unanimous in supporting this decision and the benefits of it are evident every day in the resident's wellbeing and happiness. This part of the reason the home achieved Outstanding at the last CQC inspection. Visitors are therefore advised to make use of the plentiful on-road car parking space that is available around the home.

The Briars Reviews (61)

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9.8

The Briars has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.781) out of 10, based on 20 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time The Briars has 61 reviews.

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Review from Rachel (Resident / Service User) published on 19 May 2017 Submitted via Postal Card
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My father moved into The Briars on 1st May 2017 and from the first moment, he was made to feel very welcome. Many members of staff came to his room to say "hello" and introduce themselves, all using dad's first name and showing great kindness and a very genuine caring attitude. Due to his dementia, this was a very difficult and emotional time for dad, myself and our family as a whole.

From the moment of my first contact with The Briars to enquire about the availability of a room, through the assessment process and first visit to the home and carers, managers, cooks etc have shown great compassion and understanding about how hard it is when a relative has to move into a care home which has really helped us to deal with the difficult early days of the transition. Thank you very much.

Reply from Nicky Shepherd, Home manager at The Briars

Dear Rachel, thank you for your wonderful review. At The Briars we always strive to welcome new residents and make the process of coming into care comfortable and stress-free for all concerned and I am pleased we have been able to support you and your family through this time, and your dad has settled so well.

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Regulatory Rating

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

Date: 19 March 2020
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Good
  • CaringGood
  • EffectiveGood
  • ResponsiveOutstanding
  • SafeGood
  • Well-ledGood
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Bed Vacancies

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News (9) & Events (0)

News
  • 12 Jun 2026

    We're proud to share that Greensleeves Care has been named among the Sunday Times Top 100 Apprenticeship Employers 2026. With more than 60 colleagues currently undertaking apprenticeships across our homes,...

  • 02 Mar 2026

    Greensleeves Care has once again been recognised in the carehome.co.uk Top 20 Large Care Home Groups in England for 2026 – a remarkable milestone and the organisation’s ninth consecutive year...

  • 04 Dec 2025

    Greensleeves Care is celebrating a milestone achievement — with three of its care homes, Lavender Fields in Sevenoaks, The Manor in Windsor, and Broadlands in Suffolk, becoming the first in...

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Awards / Recognitions (19)

  • 30 Jan 2026Recipient: Greensleeves Care
  • 31 Jan 2025Recipient: Greensleeves Care
  • 31 Jan 2024Recipient: Greensleeves Care

Meet the Team (7)

Lesley Shaw
Lesley ShawJob Title:Home ManagerJoined: 2019

Hello, my name is Lesley Shaw and I am proud to be the manager of The Briars.

We are based in the seaside town of Sandown on the Isle of Wight. The Briars is a specialised dementia home where the residents always come first. Our aim is to provide high quality care, in a safe and friendly environment, which respects the rights, dignity and privacy for all who live here.

Being a specialised dementia home my staff are highly qualified and dedicated ensuring everyone can live their life to the fullest. It is a privilege to be part of the team. I am a qualified, experienced manager, I believe in openness and transparency and always have time for a cup of tea and a chat. At The Briars we have strong links to our local community and always welcome new friends.

Kim Mears
Kim MearsJob Title:Family Liaison ManagerJoined: 2018

My role at The Briars is to offer support and advice to families who are looking for care for their loved ones. There is no greater reward for me than helping people on this journey into finding the right home. Away from work, I love to spend time with my family and friends.

Cath
Cath Job Title:Care SupervisorJoined: 2015

I have worked in care for 30 years in a variety of settings and positions. I joined the team at the Briars in December 2015. Supporting and caring for residents living with dementia is an integral part of my role that I find full-filling and each day brings new experiences.

Chloe
Chloe Job Title:Senior CarerJoined: 2015

I joined The Briars 5 years ago as a Care Assistant and have now progressed to a Senior Carer. My residents here are very important to me and I will always take time out of my shift to chat to them and check they are doing OK. Outside of work, I love spending time with my family and paddleboarding, weather permitting.

Carol
Carol Job Title:AdministratorJoined: 2017

I feel very privileged to work at The Briars, the staff and residents are what make the home such a nice place to be. I enjoy my job knowing that the job I do makes a difference to the team and residents. Out of work, I enjoy spending time with my family and walking my three terrier style dogs.

Ava-Marie
Ava-Marie Job Title:Head ChefJoined: 2016

I have worked in the catering sector of residential care for just over 10 years. I have previously worked as a Cook in holiday camps and public houses. I enjoy spending time with the residents and finding out about their likes and dislikes in terms of food. In my private time, I enjoy kayaking, swimming and spending time with my family.

Tony
Tony Job Title:Head of MaintenanceJoined: 2012

I enjoy my role as no two days are the same, for example, one day I could be changing fire doors, the next making a wooden birthday cake! In my spare time, I like to go kayaking with my sons and dog in tow! We enjoy exploring the Isle of Wight with plenty of walks and trips to the beach.

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