Opening of new community nursing unit in Tipperary 'a major milestone'
‘St Anthony’s has long been associated with care, compassion and support for older people’
The imminent opening of the new St. Anthony’s Community Nursing Unit at Glenconnor, Clonmel has been described as a major milestone for the town and South Tipperary.
The unit is expected to open at the end of this month. For many families across the region, St. Anthony’s has long been associated with care, compassion and support for older people, says Deputy Michael Murphy.
“The new facility will provide 50 single en-suite bedrooms, delivering modern, high-quality residential care for older people in the region. Occupancy of the unit will be delivered on a phased basis, with residents of the existing St. Anthony’s facility transferring to the new centre first”.
Deputy Murphy said the project has been a key priority for him and represents a significant investment in healthcare services for South Tipperary.
“The opening of the new St. Anthony’s Community Nursing Unit is tremendous news for Clonmel and the wider South Tipperary community”.
“This investment will provide residents with modern facilities, greater comfort, privacy and dignity, while ensuring families can have confidence that their loved ones are receiving the highest standard of care close to home”.
Deputy Murphy also highlighted the important palliative care provision within the new unit.
“The ground floor of the facility will accommodate 25 beds, including three beds specifically assigned to palliative care. This is a very welcome development and reflects the ongoing efforts to strengthen palliative care services across the region.
“I acknowledge the work of the South Tipperary Palliative Care Working Group, under the leadership of Noel Morrissey, whose commitment and advocacy have played an important role in advancing palliative care services locally”.
Deputy Murphy said the successful delivery of the project demonstrates what can be achieved through sustained investment and collaboration.
“This facility is not just a significant investment in healthcare; I hope it will also act as a catalyst for further investment across South Tipperary. Our communities deserve modern infrastructure and services, and this project shows what can be achieved when we work together to deliver for the region”.
Deputy Murphy also paid tribute to the HSE, the project team and staff of St. Anthony’s for their contribution to bringing the development to fruition.