Newly formed Aria Care Group has officially entered the elderly care and health sector following the purchase of 50 homes previously operated by Caring Homes.

Aria Care is owned by healthcare property investment company, Santerre Group, which operates in the US, UK and continental Europe.

Its 50 homes were previously operated by Caring Homes under a lease agreement.

Caroline Roberts, chief executive at Aria Care, said: “We are thrilled to introduce our new brand which reflects our commitment to providing excellent care and delivering a quality lifestyle in our communities.

“We are delivering a service that our residents and families can trust. We feel our new motto, Care from The Heart, reflects our dedication.”

The acquisition of the Caring Homes services unites the existing ownership of the 50 homes to the operating business which will now be strengthened by a substantial investment programme, including an extensive refurbishment of services.

Aria aims to become the leading care provider in each of its locations, as well as becoming an employer of choice with excellent career development opportunities and working environments.