In 2019 Hospice Hope learned that they would have to move out of their current accommodation.
Hospice Hope, which provides pastoral support for people with life limiting conditions in North West Leicestershire, is having a purpose-built centre built in Swannington.
The land has been provided by North West Leicestershire District Council and local house builder Bloor Homes will carry out the building work at no cost to the charity.
In 2019 Hospice Hope learned that they would have to move out of their current accommodation in Griffydam.
Councillor Andrew Woodman, Portfolio Holder for Community Services at NWLDC said: “This is a very exciting time, as work to build Bright Hope House begins in Swannington. The facility will secure the future of a fantastic charity which supports so many local people. It has been our pleasure to work with Hospice Hope and Bloor Homes on this important project, and we look forward to seeing the building take shape over the coming months.”
On Monday 27th of February work began to build Bright Hope House, with the centre expected to open in early 2024.
The council has agreed to lease some of its land, currently used to store spare wheelie bins, and says it is offering the land for a 'peppercorn rent'.
Stewart Shepherd, Chair of the Trustees of Hospice Hope says the charity is delighted with the news: “This wonderful partnership between the council, Bloor Homes and our charity must be unique. It enables Hospice Hope to develop and build on all that it has learned and achieved over many years. The need for our services continues to grow and develop and we are all looking forward to meeting that need when Bright Hope House opens. As the building progresses, we shall be looking to the community and local businesses to support this excellent initiative.”
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