A NEW care home will be welcoming their first resident on March 26.

The Orders of St John Care Trust’s (OSJCT) Edwardstow Court Care Centre in Stow-on-the-Wold will open its doors with a 'rock and roll party' to celebrate the grand opening.

Edwardstow Court, which is built from local Cotswold stone, will be a 48 bedroom home divided into small households. All rooms will be fitted with an ensuite while residents can enjoy stunning views over the Evenload Valley.

Recruitment for 'phase one' has been completed with a team made up of nurses, carers, administration support, and marketing in place. A majority of recruits have included colleagues transitioning from other OSJCT homes and who understand the values of the Trust.

There are a host of activities in the pipeline to keep residents engaged and occupied which include an Easter egg hunt on the Easter long weekend to welcome residents into the home. The local community will also be invited to join in.