Tel: 01962 852133 Donate Now Care Community Support Us Work for Us Volunteers About Us Home » About Brendoncare » Our History Our 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 that 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. Please click here to download a copy of Brendoncare’s Silver Anniversary brochure which details the history and includes many photographs. The beginnings 1980s: 1990s: 2000s: 2010s: 2020s: The future The beginnings: Mrs Phoebe Bacon invited ageing friends to live with her in her home in Winchester so that they could continue to enjoy companionship and look after each other. As time went by and some of the friends needed more help, Mrs Bacon’s niece, Sue Everitt, and Sir Ronald Gibson built a nursing wing, so that the residents would not have to move when nursing care became necessary. The house was called Brendon, named after the Brendon Hills in Somerset, and thus Brendoncare was born. 1970s Quick Links Our Care Homes Housing With Care Community Support Us Work for Us Media Enquiries Compliments And Complaints Privacy and Cookie Policy Sitemap Brendoncare is a charity and your donations helps us to improve the lives of older people. Donate Now Registered charity numbers: Brendoncare 326508 Brendoncare Clubs 1091384 Contact Us Phone: 01962 852133 01962 857099 (Clubs) Address: The Brendoncare Foundation The Old Malthouse Victoria Road Winchester Hampshire SO23 7DU © Copyright The Brendoncare Foundation Live Chat