Suffolk people take on the task of naming local care homes

Care UK is calling on local people to suggest names for two new homes being built in Suffolk.

Due to open at the end of 2014, the homes will be built at Alnesbourn Crescent in Ravenswood, Ipswich and on the former site of Chalkstone Middle School on Millfields Way in Haverhill.

The final shortlist will include suggestions from the public, residents and Care UK team members, with a final decision being made in October. Care UK regional operations director, Chris Hopkinson said: “We hope that local people will come up with interesting suggestions which will stand the test of time.

“Suffolk is an area rich with history, culture and community spirit and we really hope this opportunity will fire people’s imagination and creativity.

“Whether local people are inspired by famous figures of the county, key milestones in a town’s history or a family or community story, Care UK welcomes all suggestions and we are looking forward to uncovering some interesting tales.”

So far three new homes to be built in Suffolk have been successfully named by people in the community. They were Asterbury Place, Mildenhall Lodge and Britten Court.

As well as residential and nursing care homes, Care UK has been a provider of care services since 1982, offering person centred care through their community, healthcare and mental health services.

The three top care home name suggestions from members of the public will receive £100 ‘Love2Shop’ vouchers.

The deadline for entries is midnight on 20 September 2013.