Jobs retained as firm buys fifth care home

Wakefield-headquartered company Strong Life Care has bought its fifth purpose-built care home, Hesslewood House Care Home in Hessle.

The multi-million pound purchase was made possible by a finance package provided by NatWest.

The care home will provide residential aged care and specialist dementia care for the area.

Its purchase it not only expands the Strong Life Care portfolio but ensures the continuity of 65 jobs.

In addition, the deal includes the refinancing of the company’s four existing care homes located in Barnsley, Tuxford and Wakefield, further strengthening its position in the healthcare sector.

Harpreet Banwait, Managing Director and Founder of Strong Life Care, established the business in 2010.

His inspiration came from a personal journey as his own family faced challenges in finding quality care for their grandfather. In 2010, the company acquired its first care home, Thornhill House, in Barnsley.

Meurig Edwards, relationship director at NatWest, said: “We are delighted to support Harpreet and Strong Life Care at this significant milestone.

“Harpreet’s dedication to providing exemplary care and his commitment to community and philanthropy align with our values ​​of supporting businesses that make a positive impact in their communities.”

Banwait added: “I am grateful for the partnership with NatWest, which has enabled us to expand our operations and continue our mission to be one of the best and most diverse care providers in the UK.

“We remain committed to our vision for growth and service excellence, with plans to further expand our footprint in the care sector this year and make a greater impact through our Family Foundation.”