Mayor Andy Street cuts the ribbon at Oldbury care home

The doors to a multi-million pound care facility have officially been opened by the Mayor of the West Midlands, Andy Street.

Portway House in Oldbury was launched to the public on Friday 10 September – 18 months later than originally planned due to the ongoing pandemic.

Andy Street joined residents and staff at the Oldbury-based setting for a ceremonious cutting of the ribbon, before they commemorated the occasion by planting roses in the grounds of the home.

The Mayor also took the opportunity to mingle with the residents and staff, as well as have important discussions around social care, employment and the dire need for specialist facilities like Portway House.

Owned by Superior Care, the purpose-built facility sets exceptionally high standards in Oldbury. With a bespoke approach to care, the home offers specialist care to younger and older adults.

Each resident and their loved ones are encouraged to work in collaboration with Portway House’s highly trained team to design a personal package of support.

Expertly designed to provide a home from home environment, the centre features 48 luxury ensuite rooms as well as a host of luxury amenities. This includes restaurant style fine dining, relaxing lounges, wellness spas with sensory lighting, a cinema room and even a sensory namaste wellness suite.

Mayor Andy Street commented: “It was an honour to officially launch this care facility to the public and what a warm welcome I received from the ladies and gentlemen living there. It’s clear to see the thought behind every aspect of the design and approach to care at Portway House and I was very impressed. Settings such as Portway House are pivotal to our communities and it’s clear to see what an impact they have on people’s lives.”

Portway House is part of the Superior Care Group.