Construction has started on a new multi-million pound care home in Ipswich – which features its own cinema, café and hair salon.
Once completed, the Care UK home in Kettlebaston Way will provide residential, dementia, nursing and respite care to up to 70 older people, creating 65 jobs.
The project will be delivered by developers Morrison Community Care Group and Corby-based contractors Kori Construction.
Jason Protheroe, Development Project Manager for Care UK, said: “We’re delighted to share that work has commenced at Ipswich’s new site.
“This impressive development – set to become our 15th care home in Suffolk – reflects our commitment to improving residential care in the region.
“At Care UK, we take great pride in the build quality of each home, carefully considering design and layout in order to improve the everyday experiences of those living in a care environment.
“This thoughtfully planned new home will live up to these standards, providing a high-quality home for older people in Ipswich and the surrounding areas.”
Designed to enable residents to lead active and fulfilling lives, the care home features secure and wheelchair-friendly landscaped outdoor spaces, including sensory gardens and seating, to give residents the opportunity to spend quality time outdoors.
The layout of the building will be split into a series of individual suites, each having a dedicated lounge/dining room to create close-knit communities.
The new care home is set to welcome its first residents in spring 2028.
Jordan Connachie, Managing Director of Kori Construction, said: “Breaking ground on this new care home is a significant milestone and marks the beginning of another exciting chapter in our long-standing partnership with Care UK and Morrison Community Care Group.
“Having successfully delivered a number of high-quality care environments together, we’re delighted to see work underway on what will become an outstanding new home for the Ipswich community.
“We look forward to working closely with Morrison Community Care Group, Care UK and our project partners over the coming months to deliver a care home that will make a positive and lasting difference for residents, their families and the wider community.”
