25/11/2014
Bangor Care Home Announces Closure
A Bangor care home has announced to the families of its residents that it will close at the start of 2015.
The Stewart Memorial House, which cares for around 30 residents, said it does not have the money to continue operating. It is understood the home will begin to look for new accommodation for its residents.
The South Eastern Health and Social Care Trust said it will "work closely" with the home, its residents and their families to "ensure appropriate alternative placements are identified."
(MH/CD)
The Stewart Memorial House, which cares for around 30 residents, said it does not have the money to continue operating. It is understood the home will begin to look for new accommodation for its residents.
The South Eastern Health and Social Care Trust said it will "work closely" with the home, its residents and their families to "ensure appropriate alternative placements are identified."
(MH/CD)
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