A SERVICE, which offers support to those suffering from eating disorders, will remain in York after teaming up with a care home to provide a new facility.

The Schoen Clinic in York has joined forces with the Minster Grange Care Home - which will provide a new 15-bed inpatient facility for adults with diagnosed eating disorders and associated problems.

The ground floor of the care home in Haxby Road is now home to the clinic, which has relocated from its previous site in Haxby.

Andy Davey, UK managing director of Schoen Clinic, said: “We had to move from our previous site in York but we felt it was really important to stay in the city and immediately launched an extensive search for new premises.

“We’re thrilled to be staying in the local area and caring for our community within an excellent facility.

“I know our colleagues will enjoy working within this lovely new environment, and our patients will receive the very best care within this safe and peaceful space.”

The new Schoen Clinic site comprises of 15 en-suite inpatient bedrooms as well as communal spaces including an occupational therapy kitchen, daily living room, a quiet room and a talking therapy room.

Residents will also have access to the landscaped gardens.

Minster Grange, who provide residential and nursing care as well as care for those living with dementia, will continue to operate at the site with access to both units through the main entrance.

The Maria Mallaband Care Group (MMCG) bought Minster Grange in January last year and has refurbished it to provide “bright and modern”, accommodation and treatment spaces tailored to patient needs.

Daniel Turner-Naylor, regional director for MMCG, said: “Being part of and supporting the community we serve is very important to us, as is building strong relationships within health and social care. We are very pleased to be working with Schoen Clinic.

“We know from our own experience what a difference it makes to families and individuals to have the right care and services.”