A £2.3 million revamp of a north Cumbrian care home is almost complete.
Work began on Eskdale House Care Home in Longtown earlier this year to bring it up to Dementia Gold Standard and reduce its carbon footprint.
The refurbishment of the 21-bed care home has seen a full redecoration, bathroom improvements which include installing new rise and fall baths, some of the bedrooms have been converted to form en suites and modifications to others to make them larger.
The laundry and kitchen areas have also been refurbished to adhere to the latest infection control guidelines.
A staff shower room, changing area and a dedicated break room have also been introduced.
All work has been designed to provide efficiencies in reducing carbon through new more efficient boiler systems, increased insulation where practical the use of LED lighting all of which will contribute to thermal efficiencies and aim to reduce energy consumption.
In addition to these internal improvements, the exterior has also undergone enhancements, with the installation of new access ramps, balustrades, raised flower beds, and the relocation of the oil tank to create level access to the internal garden area.
Eskdale House Care Home will be completed shortly, with residents expected to move in in the new year.
Cumberland Council enlisted the services of local contractor Thomas Armstrong to collaborate with it, residents, and staff in planning the refurbishment work, designed to cater to the needs of older individuals and those who care for them.
