Astrum House care home comes under new ownership
CARE operator Park Lane Healthcare has announced the addition of Astrum House, on Nightingale Close, near the town centre, to its portfolio, further expanding the range of care services it provides across the sector.
Formerly known as the STAR Foundation, Astrum House will form part of the Moorgate Care Village in Rotherham, alongside The Croft, The Lodge, and The Hollow, which are also part of Park Lane Healthcare. The 60-bed care home provides specialist support for individuals with physical disabilities and mental health needs.
Emma Wooton, registered manager of Astrum House, said: “Joining the Park Lane Healthcare family is a really positive step for Astrum House. There is a strong shared commitment to person-centred care, dignity and independence, and it is reassuring for both residents and staff to be part of a wider organisation that genuinely values its people.”
Astrum House is based on a small ‘household’ layout within the home, each featuring their own kitchen and lounge. This enables residents to live as autonomously as possible while benefitting from the safety, comfort and support of a wider care team. Park Lane is planning a schedule of refurbishment for Astrum House.
Every resident receives a tailored enrichment plan, delivering person-centred care that recognises individuality and improves quality of life. Residents will also have the opportunity to take part in a variety of day trips with the activities team at Moorgate Care Village, as well as visits to the Nightingale Pub located in Moorgate Croft, building relationships with other residents, who are part of the care group and offer CQC Outstanding-rated care.
The deal was funded through a partnership with US-based Omega Healthcare Investors Inc. Omega is a significant healthcare real estate investment trust, specialising in the long-term ownership and financing of nursing and senior care facilities across the US and UK.
Chris Lane, chairman at Park Lane Healthcare, said: “We are delighted to welcome the residents and staff of Astrum House into the Park Lane Healthcare family.
“The addition of Astrum House broadens the care we provide at Park Lane Healthcare and reflects our commitment to offering services tailored to each individual’s needs. It also strengthens our culture of continuous learning, enabling our teams to share knowledge and expertise across our homes.”