Constructions starts on £6.6m specialist care home in Ashton-under-Lyne

On-site construction has begun for Exemplar Health Care's new £6.6m specialist care home on Holden Street in Ashton-under-Lyne.

Exemplar Health Care is a leading provider of specialist nursing care for adults living with complex needs. The development will be led by Yorkshire-based contractor Walter Thompson.

Construction started at the new home in April 2023. Once complete, the new home - which will be called Acer Mews - will support adults living with acquired brain injuries, complex mental health needs, dementia and physical disabilities.

The home will be split into two, 14-bed communities - as small group living provides a more homely, supportive and responsive care environment - and each of the 28 bedrooms will have its own en suite wet room.

The home will also have communal dining and living spaces, sensory bathrooms, an activities hub, a large accessible garden and a dedicated therapy room offering a full holistic approach to the service users with therapeutic care and support led by the Physiotherapist and Occupational Therapist.

Acer Mews is set to open in early 2024 and will create 100 new healthcare jobs in the local area, including Health Care Assistants, Registered Nurses, Physiotherapists and Occupational Therapists. Recruitment is due to start this summer, and candidates can register their interest online at: https://www.exemplarhc.com/care-homes/acer-mews.

Sam Cotton, Commissioning Manager at Exemplar Health Care, said: "We are delighted to announce the commencement of construction for Acer Mews, our £6.6m specialist care home in Ashton-under-Lyne. This extensive refurbishment project underscores our steadfast commitment to providing exceptional nursing care for adults with complex needs.

“Acer Mews will not only enhance the lives of our residents but also bring significant benefits to the local community. With the creation of 100 new healthcare jobs, we are proud to contribute to the economic growth and prosperity of the area. This development showcases our dedication to delivering high-quality care while fostering employment opportunities and positively impacting lives in Ashton-under-Lyne and Greater Manchester."