About Abbeyfield
The Abbeyfield Society is a UK-based, national charity, which provides housing and care for older people. It was established in 1956 and in 1979, Prince Charles, now His Majesty King Charles III, became Patron and he continues to do so. . Abbeyfield directly owns and manages over 100 houses and over 25 care homes. It affiliates with independent local Abbeyfield charities who together run over 200 Abbeyfield Society houses and over 50 care homes across the UK.
Richard Carr-Gomm, the founder of Abbeyfield, is often referred to as one of the 20th century’s most extraordinary social reformers. He devoted his life to providing help and accommodation not only to older people, but to anyone who was lonely here in Britain and abroad.
When Richard Carr-Gomm decided to make a difference in society he dedicated his life to the welfare of those in need. His ideas substantially changed the way that older people are looked after; providing support and companionship, returning to the community instead of moving away from it, retaining their independence and privacy, and being part of a family where regular activities take place and everyone is invited. These are all aspects that Abbeyfield homes still stand for today.
Abbeyfield Beaconsfield Society
Abbeyfield Beaconsfield Society is a not-for-profit charity and is responsible for the management and running of Bradbury House as an independent home under the Abbeyfield umbrella.
Quality Care for Older People
The Abbeyfield mission is to enhance the quality of life for older people through a high standard of accommodation in a stimulating environment to maintain a socially active life. Abbeyfield homes are closely linked to their community to enhance not only the lives of residents, but other older people living locally.
Bradbury House is managed by The Abbeyfield Beaconsfield Society and the home is registered by the Care Quality Commission (CQC).