Richard Wagner – Director of Bramley Care
What is your background in Care?
My first experience of working in a residential care home was back in 1988 in a care home in Liss in Hampshire. It was there that I realised that I really enjoyed caring for people. Now over 20 years on, I’ve never looked back and still enjoy every day.
How do you spend your free time?
I have many hobbies. I love making jewellery and DIY, but my passion lies with sailing and being out on the sea.
What’s the scariest thing you’ve ever done?
I delivered my first born son, an experience I will treasure forever and I wouldn’t hesitate to do it again (although I really don’t want any more children!)
What’s your perfect Friday night?
Spending the evening together with my family and trying to encourage them to watch some science fiction on the TV with me.
What’s your favourite film?
I love the latest Star Trek movies and TV series.
How do you take your tea or coffee?
I take my coffee “au naturale” (black with no sugar) and my tea with a dash of milk.
Mary Blundy

Mary Blundy – Registered Manager at Bramley Home Care
What is your background in Care?
I have worked in Care for over 25 years. I started when my children were small and soon discovered that I loved making a positive difference to people’s lives, which is why I’m still working in Care today.
How do you spend your free time?
I love gardening with my husband and going for long walks in the countryside
What’s the scariest thing you’ve ever done and would you do it again?
Riding “The Big One” in Blackpool. I loved it and would definitely do it again!
What’s your idea of a perfect Friday night?
Going to see a good rock band.
What’s your favourite book or film?
My favourite book is “Fair Stood the Wind for France” by H E Bates.
How do you take your coffee?
Black no sugar thanks…… are you offering?
George The Cat

George – Top Cat at Bramley House
What is your background in Care?
I’ve worked in Care all my life. I don’t really see it as a job, for me it’s more of a vacation.
How do you spend your free time?
I sometimes nip out for a night on the tiles, but mostly I just enjoy teasing the chickens and getting my tummy stroked.
What’s the scariest thing you’ve ever done and would you do it again?
There was that incident with the pond! Please, don’t remind me!
What’s your idea of a perfect Friday night?
A generous sliver of steak, washed down with a saucer of cream, and a cosy lap to curl up on – I don’t ask for much.
What’s your favourite book or film?
Ooh, I do love the Aristocats. They just don’t make them like that any more!
How do you take your coffee?
Forget the coffee – I’ll just have the cream.