Types of care
- Dementia Care
- Nursing Dementia Care
- Residential Dementia Care
- Nursing Care
- Reablement Care
- End of Life Care and Support
- Respite Care and Support
- Day Support – Experience & Engagement Days
Book a visit
Get in touch and a dedicated specialist will aim to get back to you the same day or as soon as possible after. Alternatively, call Lianne Sturmey on 01527 910 498 or come and visit us at this link.
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The Oaks
People are at the heart of everything we do and our team will support you to make every day in our care home the best it can be for you. Who you are and who you want to be is our priority.
The Oaks is so much more than a home
It is an integral part of the local community. Located in Rubery, The Oaks offers a welcoming and safe environment where you’re among people you love and trust.
We have brought together professional, compassionate teams and smart technology to make every day joyful for the people who share our lives. It is a place that offers opportunities to enjoy life inside and outside your immediate surroundings.
Our EQ Care ethos is ‘Ohana’ after all which is a Hawaiian word meaning extended family. It is a word that encapsulates what we strive to create in all our homes – a feeling of security, love and exemplary care.
Arrival – The Oaks
Parking is available for all visitors.
The nearest railway station is Longbridge. The nearest bus stop is Holly Hill Shopping Centre, less than a 5-minute walk away.
Your care support
You tell us what you need, want and aspire to be, then we help you make it happen.
Our care approach is one of collaborative creation and getting to know each other is the first step. You tell us what makes you happy and, together with the people who know you best, we’ll create a plan of care and support together. This makes sure all your physical, social, spiritual and emotional needs are met in the ways you want.
The Oaks offers the following care services:
- Dementia Care
- Nursing Dementia Care
- Residential Dementia Care
- Nursing Care
- Reablement Care
- End Of Life Care and Support
- Respite Care and Support
- Day Support – Experience & Engagement Days
Our team
Meet Lianne Sturmey, Home Manager of The Oaks
It is Lianne’s responsibility to lead The Oaks’ heart-centred care approach as well as the day-to-day running of the home.
Lianne started her career in the care sector as an assistant over 25 years ago and since then has been committed to improving the lives of both people within her care and the team she works alongside. She is passionate about understanding exactly what people want and need, and enabling it to happen.
She is delighted to be help deliver EQ’s new, innovative approach to care and looks forward to welcoming you at The Oaks.
Find out more
Get in touch with Lianne Sturmey
Heart-centred care
Our dedicated team, selected for their emotional intelligence and compassion, is here to provide exceptional care every day. They bring warmth, patience, and a deep commitment to each person’s well-being, fostering a supportive and joyful atmosphere where everyone feels valued and respected. We support people who live with dementia and other conditions that may need the help of a nurse and care team. Our approach is of inclusivity and support – always.
Life at The Oaks
A home that is an integral part of the community
At The Oaks you’ll feel the warmest sense of belonging. As we want to ensure that your life with us is as happy and fulfilling as possible, so we do things your way, every day.
Across all our EQ Care homes we place a great importance on inclusivity, meaning everyone is welcome here – not just you but friends, family and loved ones too. Its an ethos we hold in high regard and believe it to be integral for community engagement and supporting your day-to-day life with us.
Dining with Delight
All our meals are homemade, tailored to suit every taste and accommodate all dietary needs. Whether savouring a comforting classic or trying something new, people (including the team) enjoy flavourful, nutritious meals prepared with care.
Live Your Way, Every Day
Our care home is more than a place to live—it’s a place to thrive. With inviting spaces, thoughtful design, and a community centred on great living, you can enjoy life to the fullest, in your way, every day.
Dining with Delight
All our meals are homemade, tailored to suit every taste and accommodate all dietary needs. Whether savouring a comforting classic or trying something new, people (including the team) enjoy flavourful, nutritious meals prepared with care.
Live Your Way, Every Day
Our care home is more than a place to live—it’s a place to thrive. With inviting spaces, thoughtful design, and a community centred on great living, you can enjoy life to the fullest, in your way, every day.
Dining with Delight
All our meals are homemade, tailored to suit every taste and accommodate all dietary needs. Whether savouring a comforting classic or trying something new, people (including the team) enjoy flavourful, nutritious meals prepared with care.
Live Your Way, Every Day
Our care home is more than a place to live—it’s a place to thrive. With inviting spaces, thoughtful design, and a community centred on great living, you can enjoy life to the fullest, in your way, every day.
“Your world is so much more than the home you live in.
At an EQ Care Home we enable you to create fresh experiences, new friends and treasured memories by being part of your local community.”
Book a Visit
Get in touch and a dedicated specialist will aim to get back to you the same day or as soon as possible after. Alternatively, call Lianne Sturmey on 01527 910 498 or come and visit us at this link.
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What People Say About Us
We are generally very pleased with the quality of care provided, especially during February when our friend’s birthday celebration was thoughtfully personalised in a particularly meaningful way.
Our friend also thoroughly enjoyed a trip out with staff to a local cafe.
All staff we have met have
generally come across as being sincere, proactive and professional. They are friendly, caring and accommodating. That has been apparent on each visit, typically from the moment we have arrived at reception when we often receive a warm welcome. So it is no surprise to us that our friend has frequently expressed happiness with living at The Oaks.
The team at The Oaks have supported my father-in-law and the family with a challenging and emotional move from another care home with great care. My father-in-law has advanced dementia and some challenging behaviour which the team and The Oaks are managing with ease and confidence. The environment is relaxed and homely and my father-in-law has settled quickly despite the potential trauma from the move. We’re reassured he’s in good hands.
Mum had tried respite at another home locally and before choosing a long term home we encouraged her to try The Oaks. She initially booked a month’s respite but after 2 weeks decided to make it her permanent home. Mum found the staff to be very caring and the atmosphere more calm. She definitely prefers
the food and is finally gaining weight. She absolutely loves Ted (the resident dog). Her room is lovely and when visiting all the staff are very welcoming and friendly.
The Oaks was a home from home for my husband. He came very week for respite care and was so well looked after, knowing he was in such safe hands gave me a much-needed break from caring for him.
He came for a 2 week respite so I could go on holiday and once again I could go knowing he was in safe hands. The staff are caring and kind. I would like to thank them for looking after him so we
🌟 Introducing Our New Chapter: Bracebridge Care Group is Now EQ Care Group! 🌟
A fresh look, a new name, but the same unwavering dedication to what matters most.
Our mission has always been to put people at the centre of everything we do. At EQ Care, everything we do has real gravitas and meaning, it’s not just what we do, it’s who we are.
Our new name reflects this foundation. EQ stands for Emotional Quotient — the measure of emotional intelligence, and the heart of how we care. It’s about empathy, connection, and understanding.
This rebrand represents an exciting new chapter, but our core values remain unchanged:
• Everyone cares from the heart.
• Everything is done with intention.
• Every action is rooted in emotional intelligence.
🎥 Tune in to hear from our CEO, Samantha Crawley, as she shares more on this new transformation.
www.eqcare.org
#EQCare #EmotionalIntelligence #CareWithHeart #NewBeginnings
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🎉 Something new is coming... 🎉
We’ve been working on something special behind the scenes, a fresh new look that reflects who we are, where we’re going, and the care we provide every single day.
Next Wednesday, we’re unveiling our rebrand, and we can’t wait to share it with you.💚
#CareWithHeart #NewBeginnings #RebrandReveal #SomethingNew #CareHomeCommunity
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🌸🐰 Easter Celebrations at Our Homes! 🐣🎀
Yesterday was full of smiles, laughter, and plenty of Easter cheer across our homes!
From making bunny ears and crafting colourful Easter bonnets, to a very special visit from the Easter Bunny, our people had a fantastic time getting into the festive spirit.
It’s moments like these that make life in our homes so special. 💛
#EasterJoy #CareHomeLife #YourWayEveryDay #EasterBunny #SpringCelebration #MakingMemories
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🧁🍪 Baking Delights at The Maples! 🍪🧁
There’s nothing quite like the smell of freshly baked goods in the oven and the joy of baking together! At The Maples, our people rolled up their sleeves for a fun-filled baking session and the results were delicious!
Baking isn`t just about sweet treats it brings back memories, sparks conversation, and gives everyone a chance to get creative (and maybe lick the spoon too! 😉).
Here’s to more moments that are warm, comforting, and made with love. 💛
#BakingAtTheMaples #HomeBakedHappiness #MeaningfulMoments #DementiaCare #JoyInEveryDay #CareHomeLife
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🦙✨ Llamas at The Oaks! ✨🦙
Our people had a wonderful time meeting some very special visitors at The Oaks—the llamas! Their gentle nature and curious personalities brought smiles, laughter, and a real sense of joy to everyone.
Animal visits like these aren’t just fun they’re incredibly beneficial.
They help:
💬 Encourage conversation and interaction
😊 Lift spirits and reduce stress
🧠 Stimulate memory and emotional connection
🙌 Keep minds and hands engaged
Moments like these create lasting memories and meaningful experiences for the people living with us. We’re always looking for unique ways to bring happiness and purpose into each day and what better way than with a little llama love! 💚
#LlamaLove #TheOaksCareHome #AnimalTherapy #JoyfulMoments #DementiaCare #MeaningfulActivities
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🌷 Today, we spread a little hope and support for Parkinson’s Awareness Month by sharing tulips around our homes! 🌷
Tulips are a beautiful symbol of strength and resilience for those living with Parkinson’s disease, and we wanted to show our commitment to raising awareness and offering support.
These small gestures remind us of the importance of standing together with the Parkinson’s community. 💚
By sharing these flowers around the home, we show that we are here for those affected by Parkinson’s, offering our love and care every step of the way.
Let’s continue to spread awareness and work toward a future with a cure.
#ParkinsonsAwarenessMonth #SupportTheParkinsonsCommunity #ShareTulips #HopeForACure #ParkinsonsAwareness
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Finding the right home for a loved one is never easy, but Charlotte’s words say it all... 💙
“We walked into The Oaks and instantly felt at home. We wanted somewhere that would be a home-from-home environment and we would know he would be safe, cared for, and overall loved and appreciated, and treated as an individual rather than just a client.”
Thank you, Charlotte, for sharing your experience. Creating a warm, reassuring, and supportive space is at the heart of what we do. 💛
Want to find out more about The Oaks, Birmingham
Contact us on 01527 910497 or email; enquiries@bracebridgecare.org
#SafeAndCaredFor #HomeFromHome #DementiaCare #TheOaks #YourWayEveryDay"
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Life begins when you move into one of our homes, it’s where you continue doing the things you love! 🌿☕✨
From gardening and coffee outings to getting ears pierced at 97, we encourage everyone to live life their way. Whether it’s caring for baby dolls for comfort or embracing new experiences, our people make every moment their own. 💛
Because age is just a number, and joy has no limits. Your way, every day. 🏡💫
#YourWayEveryDay #MomentsThatMatter #CareWithHeart #IndependentLiving #MakingMemories
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Last week, we loved seeing our homes take part in Red Nose Day! ❤️🤩
We customised our very own red noses, decorated the lounge with our unique designs while sharing plenty of jokes to keep the laughter going. It was a fantastic day filled with fun, creativity, and smiles all around! 💛
#RedNoseDay #FunForAGoodCause #CommunitySpirit #YourWayEveryDay #comicrelief25
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🎲💛 Moments of Connection & Joy 💛🎲
There’s something special about gathering around a board game—moments of laughter, smiles, and conversations that bring people closer together. In our homes, these simple yet meaningful activities create connections, spark joy, and keep minds active. 🧩✨
Our care companions love to encourage days like this, bringing people together for fun, engagement, and shared experiences. Playing games isn’t just about entertainment—it’s about stimulating the mind, fostering friendships, and creating a true sense of belonging.
🎥 Watch as we see some of the people living with us enjoy a friendly board game with one of our care companions—sharing moments of joy, connection, and purposeful living.
#MomentsThatMatter #ActiveMinds #LaughterAndConnection #CareCompanions #purposefulLiving
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🌼💛 Daffodil Day at Our Homes 💛🌼
Today, our homes are blooming with daffodils as we come together to show our support, love, and remembrance on Daffodil Day. These bright and hopeful flowers symbolise strength, resilience, and new beginnings, reminding us of the importance of community and care.
Whether proudly displayed in our homes or worn with love, each daffodil represents solidarity and support for those affected by cancer and the incredible work being done to provide care and hope. 🌼💛
#DaffodilDay #SupportAndRemembrance #HeartCenteredCare #CommunityMatters #TogetherWeCare
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🐾🐶🐱🦆 The Power of Pet Therapy in Our Homes 🦆🐱🐶🐾
There’s nothing quite like the joy a furry (or feathered!) friend can bring. 🥰 Pet therapy has incredible benefits for people living in our homes, especially those with dementia—helping to reduce stress, improve mood, and spark beautiful moments of connection.
At our homes, we’re lucky to have some very special companions: Ted the dog at The Oaks, Ace the kitten at Acer Lodge, and our adorable runner ducks at The Maples! 🐕🐈🦆
Whether it’s the calming presence of a dog, the playful energy of a kitten, or the gentle nature of ducks, these wonderful animals bring smiles, comfort, and companionship every day.
Seeing the joy they bring reminds us just how powerful the human-animal bond can be. 💛
#PetTherapy #HeartCenteredCare #CompanionshipMatters #DementiaCare #JoyfulMoments
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