Briar Dene Residential Care Home

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We at Briar Dene Residential Care Home are proud to offer a warm and welcoming home for older people in the coastal town of Scarborough, North Yorkshire. As a dedicated residential care home, we provide long term support, respite stays, and specialist older person care in a setting designed to feel like home from the very first visit.

Nestled within the familiar surroundings of Scarborough, our home benefits from the gentle charm of this well loved Yorkshire coastal community. Residents enjoy the comfort of a residential setting rooted in the local area, with the reassurance of a peaceful environment where daily life unfolds at a relaxed and considered pace. The postcode YO area is one many of our residents know well, and for families visiting from across North Yorkshire and the wider Yorkshire and Humberside region, we are conveniently placed to welcome loved ones throughout the week.

Our care is centred on the individual needs of older people, whether that means ongoing residential support for those who can no longer manage safely at home, or shorter respite stays that give family carers a much needed break. For residents, this means being cared for by a team that understands the importance of dignity, familiar routines, and gentle companionship. For families, it means the reassurance of knowing a loved one is safe, comfortable, and treated with genuine kindness. Respite care at Briar Dene can also be a valuable stepping stone, offering the opportunity to experience our home before considering a longer term move, or providing recovery time after a hospital stay.

We understand that choosing a care home is one of the most significant decisions a family can make, and trust is earned through consistent, compassionate care. Our most recent inspection by the Care Quality Commission awarded us a Good rating overall, with Good ratings across all five key areas: safe, effective, caring, responsive, and well led. This balanced outcome reflects our commitment to every aspect of care, from the safety of our environment and the effectiveness of daily support, to the warmth of our relationships with residents and the leadership that guides our home. It is a standard we work hard to maintain and build upon every single day.

If you are exploring residential or respite care in Scarborough for a parent, partner, or relative, we would be delighted to hear from you. Choosing the right home takes time, and we welcome your questions, your visits, and the chance to share how we might support your family. Please get in touch with Briar Dene Residential Care Home to arrange a conversation or a visit, and let us help you take the next step with confidence and peace of mind.

Common questions about Briar Dene Residential Care Home

Where is Briar Dene Residential Care Home located?

Briar Dene Residential Care Home is a residential care home in Scarborough, North Yorkshire, YO12 6PH. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.

What type of care does Briar Dene Residential Care Home provide?

Briar Dene Residential Care Home is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.

What is Briar Dene Residential Care Home's CQC rating?

Briar Dene Residential Care Home is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 16 July 2021. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.

Does Briar Dene Residential Care Home offer respite or short-term care?

Yes. Briar Dene Residential Care Home offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.

Contact Briar Dene Residential Care Home

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Care We Offer

  • Older Person Care: Support with daily living for older people, from companionship to help with washing, dressing and medication.
  • Respite Care: Short stays that give family carers a break, or help someone recover after illness or a hospital stay.
  • Residential Care: Help with everyday living, meals and personal care in a supportive home setting.

Questions families ask about Briar Dene Residential Care Home

Answered from the CQC register where we can. 5 of these the home has not told us yet, so ask when you call.

Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?

No. Briar Dene Residential Care Home is not listed for dementia care on the CQC register. If dementia is likely, choose a home that is, so a second move is not needed later. Source: CQC register

Is there a nurse on site if health needs change?

No. Briar Dene Residential Care Home 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. Source: CQC register

Can they try a short stay before deciding?

Yes. Briar Dene Residential Care Home offers respite and short stays, which is a good way to see whether the home is the right fit. Source: CQC register

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. Use our funding calculator to check what you might pay.

Do they take younger adults as well as older people?

No. Briar Dene Residential Care Home is registered for older people. Younger adults are not listed. Source: CQC register

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.

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Regulatory Rating

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

  • Latest inspection: 16 July 2021
  • Report published: 16 July 2021

Overall: Good

  • Safe: Good
  • Effective: Good
  • Caring: Good
  • Responsive: Good
  • Well-led: Good

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Typical weekly fees in the Yorkshire & Humberside

Briar Dene Residential Care Home has not published its fees yet. These are typical weekly fees for the Yorkshire & Humberside, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.

Indicative figures for the Yorkshire & Humberside, not a quote from Briar Dene Residential Care Home. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.

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