The Order in Britain
The Brothers came to England in 1880 and started a hospital at Scorton in North Yorkshire. Over the years this developed into a modern, dynamic hospital and Nursing Home. In 1930 the Brothers started a work in Potters Bar caring for people with a learning disability. In 1948 the Order opened a small hospital for the physically disabled near Darlington and another work in Lancashire. Zambia was added to the Brothers work in the 1960's.
The Hospitaller Order moved with the times and developed new services, always following the founder's maxim "always meet the need".
The care within Institutions was superseded by Care in the Community, and care for people in their own homes. The Brothers also adapted their own community living to live and work alongside those whom they serve.
In the United Kingdom the Brothers with their co-workers, staff and volunteers now offer a variety of professional services. The Hospitaller care that their founder Saint John of God promoted in Granada in the 16th century continues today.
Today in Britain the Order supports over 1000 people in England, Scotland and Wales.
Hospitality is still alive and active in the spirit of Saint John of God.
