A Cumbrian care home has been officially reopened following a £2.3 million revamp.
The 21-bedroom Eskdale House Residential Care Home in Longtown has had a major overhaul, with improvements including more spacious bedrooms, redecoration, redesigned kitchen and laundry facilities, improved staff facilities and a revamp of the garden area.
The refurbishment also involved installing new boilers, increasing insulation, and implementing LED lighting to improve thermal efficiencies and reduce energy consumption.
Following speeches and a ribbon cutting guests were invited to take tours of the building to observe the new and improved space and features.
Care home residents will soon be moved into the home through a phased and managed approach.
Cumbrian contractor, Thomas Armstrong carried out some of the work and collaborate with residents and staff in the design plans.
Councillor Carni McCarron-Holmes, Cumberland Council chair, and Councillor Lisa Brown, Cumberland Council executive member for adults and community health thanked all involved and celebrated the improvements.
Councillor Brown said: “We’re thrilled to unveil the newly refurbished Eskdale House. This project reflects Cumberland Council’s commitment to modernising care facilities.
“With £2.3 million invested, Eskdale House now offers excellent dementia care in a safe and accessible environment. The redesigned spaces promote socialisation and independence for residents, while also supporting our dedicated staff in delivering high-quality care.”
Councillor McCarron-Holmes added: “Eskdale House will now provide exceptional dementia care in a welcoming and accessible setting. These updates prioritise resident wellbeing and independence while also fostering a supportive environment for our hardworking staff. It was wonderful to celebrate this milestone and the positive changes it brings to our community.”
