Doncaster care home opened by Ben Parkinson MBE
Liberty House is the latest purpose-built care home in Doncaster developed by leading residential provider, Runwood Homes. The home consists of two floors of impressive, specious and well thought out bedroom suites and shared spaces for people over 65 years of age to enjoy.
Ben kindly agreed to cut the ribbon at the home in Goodison Boulevard to mark the official opening, with just a small number of the homes’ team present in light of current restrictions.
Ben said: “I am so keen to support a new service available for the people of our local and wider community. When it’s safe to visit in care homes once again, I’d like to spend quality time with the residents and provide a talk on about my story, expeditions and fundraising.”
Lance Bombardier Ben Parkinson is an inspirational figure, particularly well known in his home town of Doncaster. Ben has endured and overcome such difficult times; he lost both of his legs and suffered brain damage and more than 40 injuries in a bomb attack in Afghanistan in 2006 as a paratrooper.
After a journey of recovery, Ben has embarked on incredible expeditions raising money for charities., and he received an MBE from Prince Charles at Buckingham Palace
Home manager Kathleen George said: “We’re grateful for Ben’s support to open our new home. Residents are settling in really well and enjoying the state of the art facilities.
“The home is really safe against Covid with regular testing carried out and the latest technologies in place. It’s luxurious too, and surpasses all local care home expectations. We have a virtual tour on the Runwood Homes website and we’re able to facilitate video show rounds too for anyone who might be considering life in a beautiful care home community.”
Catering to those over the age of 65, including those living with dementia, the home comprises of a team of experienced and professional carers who are highly trained to both encourage independence, promote choice and offer a discreet, personalised care service around the clock.
The home also benefits from its own Wellbeing Lead, responsible for activity and meaningful engagement.
With capacity for 81 residents, those moving into Liberty House can expect to enjoy spending quality time in the various shared social spaces such as a bar, café, bistro style restaurant, salon, activity room and bespoke home cinema, plus two outdoor living areas, all of which encourage living life to the full.
To view the gallery and find our more visit www.runwoodhomes.co.uk/homes/liberty-house