Barchester Healthcare has opened its latest luxury care home in Purley, South London.

The grand opening of Chestnut Gardens was performed by the executive mayor of Croydon, mayor Jason Perry, in front of invited guests from the local community. 

Mayor Perry said: “I am delighted to be here to open Chestnut Gardens care home. It is very good to see Barchester investing with such confidence in the future of care in the county – that investment will ensure not only top quality facilities and world-class care, but also jobs, training and a boost to the local economy.

“It is clear from everyone I have met today how dedicated the Barchester teams are to the people that they care for, and it’s reassuring to know that the people of Purley and beyond will receive a warm welcome at Chestnut Gardens, and that their needs will be met with respect and dignity.”

Barchester’s chief executive, Dr Pete Calveley, and general manager, Krystyna Bosko hosted the event and invited guests to view the care home which is now open and welcoming its first residents.

Dr Calveley said: “Chestnut Gardens is going to be a wonderful home, Krystyna and her team here will offer personalised care for the people of Purley in this lovely setting.  We’re thrilled to add Chestnut Gardens to our Barchester family of quality care homes and hospitals.”

Bosko commented: “We are delighted our home is now open, our residents are at the heart of everything we do at Chestnut Gardens, and we look forward to welcoming them and their families, becoming an intrinsic part of the local community and delivering seamless personalised care in partnership with other local organisations.

“We take pride in really getting to know each of our residents to provide tailored care and support, ensuring dignity and choice in every aspect of daily life.”