Popular Care

Three care home operators have come together to announce their commitment to creating more sustainable businesses on World Environment Day (5^th June).

Solehawk, Popular Care and Intobeige, which operate nine care homes in total, aim to minimise their environmental footprint while enhancing the well-being of residents, employees and local communities.

They will achieve this by taking proactive steps including:

• Reduction in energy usage
• Implementation of voltage optimisation programmes
• LED lighting across all homes
• Renewable and sustainable product adoption
• Eco-certified electrical product investment
• Reduction in single use products and elimination of aerosols
• Sustainable waste management
• Installation of EV charging points.

As part of the sustainability commitment Sustainability Champions will be appointed. These dedicated individuals will spearhead sustainability initiatives, implementing the programmes within each home, promote environmental awareness among employees, and drive sustainable practices throughout the organisation.

All the homes are already part of their local communities and will make key commitments as part of the sustainability strategy, including community sponsorship and investment, supporting small and local businesses, enabling team members to engage in community clean up projects and partnering with local community groups to promote health and wellness activities.

Steve Massey, operations director said: "We are thrilled to launch our comprehensive sustainability commitment on World Environment Day. By integrating sustainable practices into our operations, we aim to lead the way in the care sector.

“Our residents can also play an important role in promoting sustainability. We will encourage them to make conscious choices such as reducing energy and water usage, properly disposing of waste and using eco-friendly products.”

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CONTACT: Caroline Walker on 01325 363436

Solehawk Care Homes is a collection of four well-established care facilities situated in the North East of England. Since 1989, the dedicated team of 270 experienced care professionals has been delivering high-quality residential, palliative, respite, dementia care, and nursing services.

Intobeige is a family-oriented care home provider, dedicated to serving the community in Elgin, Scotland. Currently, it operates Spynie, a care home renowned for its exceptional residential, nursing, and specialist care services.

Popular Care is a reputable care home provider that has been serving communities since its establishment in 2006. With a strong presence across the North East of England and Scotland, it currently operates four care homes. The dedicated team provides compassionate care to individuals in need of residential, nursing, respite, and palliative care. Additionally, it specialises in supporting individuals with learning difficulties and those affected by specific illnesses such as dementia and Alzheimer's.