History
Brendoncare was formed in 1984 by Winchester GP, Sir Ronald Gibson, a champion of the rights of older people. Convinced they were often let down by the institutions which looked after them, he pioneered the idea of tailoring the full range of care to fit the changing needs of individuals - always offering care with discretion and dignity. Today, these principles guide all our work.
In the 1970s, a lady named Phoebe Bacon took ageing friends in to live with her in her home in Winchester, so that they could look after each other and continue to enjoy the company of kindred spirits in familiar surroundings. Over time, the friends needed more care than just companionship but wanted to remain together in their home. Sir Ronald Gibson and Mrs Bacon's niece put their energies into having a nursing wing added to the house, and therefore removed the worry of having to leave the home when nursing care became necessary. The house was called Brendon, and thus Brendoncare was born.