Janine GriffithsTwo care homes in Garforth have been acquired by a Yorkshire-based not-for-profit organisation, with existing staff set to remain in their roles.
The HICA Group has taken over St Armands Court and The Hollies, two neighbouring care homes on Church Lane in Garforth.
Both homes provide residential care for older people, including those living with dementia.
St Armands Court has 40 rooms and offers both long-term and short-term residential care.
The Hollies specialises in dementia care, supporting up to 28 residents living with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementia-related conditions.
The acquisition marks a further expansion of The HICA Group’s presence in West Yorkshire.
Under the new ownership, both homes will retain their individual character while benefiting from additional training and operational support.
Existing staff will also remain in their roles, helping to maintain continuity of care for residents.
Terry Peel, chief executive of The HICA Group, said: “We’re pleased to welcome St Armands Court and The Hollies to The HICA Group. Both homes have established teams who know their residents well, and we want to build on the good work already being done.
“Our priority is to make the transition as straightforward as possible for residents, their families and colleagues, while ensuring both homes have the support and resources they need as part of the wider group.”
Based in Hessle, East Yorkshire, The HICA Group provides health and social care services across the North of England. As a not-for-profit organisation, the group reinvests any operational surplus into its care homes and homecare services.
The acquisition was completed with the cooperation of former owner Harvey Zemmel.
The HICA Group also received professional support from Brabners solicitors and Healthcare Property Consultants Limited during the process.
For more information: https://www.hica-uk.com/
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