A LEADING nursing care provider for adults living with complex needs has announced the opening of a new unit at its home in Wallasey.

Edgewater Care Home's new 10-bed unit will support adults with complex mental health needs and expand the home's existing two units which support adults with a range of needs including neuro-disabilities, brain injuries, and physical disabilities.

Upon opening of the final unit, Edgewater, which is operated by Exemplar Health Care, will be split into three, ten-bed communities. Each of the 30 bedrooms has its own ensuite wet room. The home also features spacious communal and activity rooms, sensory and therapy rooms, and landscaped gardens for residents and visitors to enjoy.

New residents will be able to access the full range of clinical and holistic care they need via the home’s in-house team. 

The home, on Alfred Road, Seacombe, has already created 80 new healthcare jobs in the local area, and unlike many local care homes, will feature a multi-disciplinary healthcare team.

The opening of the new unit has created a further 30 new jobs, and Edgewater is currently recruiting for roles including a unit manager, registered nurses and health care assistants.

Sarah McKee, home manager at Edgewater, said: “At Edgewater, our commitment to compassionate care and community support is evident in our latest expansion, a 10-bed unit designed to provide exceptional support to adults with complex mental health needs.

“As we open this new chapter, we proudly continue to foster a homely and responsive environment through small group living, offering the care and empowerment our residents deserve. This expansion not only creates 30 new healthcare jobs, but it also reaffirms our dedication to providing comprehensive and person-centred care, enabling our residents to lead fulfilling and joyful lives.”

Paul Hughes, regional director of operations at Exemplar Health Care, said: “At Exemplar Health Care, we strive to make every day better for the people we support and our colleagues. The addition of the new unit at Edgewater exemplifies our unwavering commitment to supporting our NHS and Council partners to meet the diverse needs of people with complex needs in the local area.

“This expansion not only brings high-quality healthcare jobs to the local community but also reinforces our mission to provide outstanding nursing care, that’s focused on their personal goals and outcomes, in a community-based home that’s close to their family and friends.”