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Care Home Residents Fight Closure
18 Sep
Summary
- Residents advocate for refurbishment over closure of a care home.
- Council consulted on the future of two care homes in May.
- Majority of public consultation responses favored refurbishment.
Community members are actively campaigning for the refurbishment of Applethwaite Green, a care home facing potential closure. Discussions regarding the future of this facility and Grisedale Croft began in May with Westmorland and Furness Council. These homes require significant investment, estimated up to £6 million, to meet modern standards.
A public consultation, conducted from May to August, sought resident and community input. The findings indicated a clear preference for refurbishment, with 164 out of 254 responses supporting this option over demolition or maintaining the status quo.
The primary concern raised during the consultation was the impact on residents. Respondents emphasized the importance of continuity of care, familiarity, and emotional well-being, highlighting the risks associated with relocation, especially for individuals with dementia, frailty, or anxiety.
