Ruby Lodge Care Home in Thirsk, North Yorkshire, has been officially opened by the Mayor of Thirsk, Councillor Andrew Trueman.
The ribbon was cut by Cllr Trueman, alongside home manager Holly Hunton, first residents Barry and Anna, and provider Country Court's co-CEOs Alykhan Kachra and Al-Karim Kachra. Ruby Lodge Care Home is the latest care home to be opened by the award-winning Peterborough-based operator.
Ruby Lodge opens alongside Lara Nursery, which is set to deliver day care for children aged 0-5, offering a unique opportunity for intergenerational care in Thirsk. The 69-bed luxury home been developed in partnership with Linestyle Architects and Linx Construction Building Contractors.
Home manager Holly Hunton said: “I’m so excited to launch Ruby Lodge in my hometown of Thirsk” said Holly “We will be offering much needed residential dementia care to the most vulnerable in our community. We have a fantastic team of local staff who share the same drive and passion as I do to ensure Ruby Lodge is at heart of the community in Thirsk”.
Mayor Cllr Andrew Trueman expressed his delight at the opening, saying, “It’s a real honour and privilege to be invited today to see this amazing care home. Ruby Lodge is fantastic. It’s a real asset to Thirsk and the surrounding areas. Well done for all you’ve done and the hard work you’ve put in. I wish you all the very best for the future!”
