Care home operator Affinity Care Consortium has acquired the 50-bed Silver Birches care home in Solihull in the West Midlands with the support of a seven-figure funding package from HSBC UK.

Affinity Care Consortium stated it will use the funding to continue its nationwide growth strategy.

Silver Birches will undergo a full estate review, with plans to upgrade and modernise the home, including a full redecoration and technological advancements.

The acquisition is part of Affinity Care Consortium’s plan to open six homes in the West Midlands by next year, in addition to its existing site in Coventry, Coundon Manor, as well as five other services across Stoke-on-Trent and Staffordshire.

Tanzeel Younas, co-owner of Affinity Care Consortium, said: “Buying Silver Birches marks a pivotal milestone in our strategic expansion into Birmingham and Solihull. Our vision is to breathe new life into existing homes through modernisation and enhancement, while simultaneously pioneering new services in the region to cater to those in need.”

David Subba, healthcare sector lead for Thames Valley and Solent at HSBC UK, added: “We are very proud to be able to support the growth ambitions of Affinity Care Consortium, particularly as in doing so the care facilities for residents in Solihull are being improved. The healthcare sector needs regular investment to ensure facilities are suitable for increasing numbers in need of support and HSBC UK are keen to support this wherever possible.”

Affinity Care Consortium operates a 48 adult care homes, 100 supported living homes, 10 children’s homes, one school and 30 homeless housing units.