News that Greenfield Residential Care
Home in Strabane, which had been threatened with closure, is to remain open has
been welcomed by local election SDLP candidate Patrick Leonard.
The Melmount Road home is one of 18
across the North given a reprieve by Health Minister Nelson McCausland.
Mr Leonard said: "The past year
has been a difficult time for everyone connected with Greenfield Residential
Home.
"The announcement by Health
Minister Poots is widely welcomed and this is a bright day for the residents,
their families and the members of staff who saw this home threatened with
closure.
"The SDLP has lobbied hard with
the families to ensure this vital facility remained open and we will continue
to do all in our power to ensure this service is retained in the future."
Mr Leonard continued:
"Greenfield has provided a tremendous service to the people of this
district for decades and long may it continue."
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