Skegness care home sold for the first time since 1987

Syne Hills Care Home in Skegness, Lincolnshire, has been sold to new market entrant JKS Care Ltd.

Established over 35 years ago, Syne Hills is a traditional, family-run care facility registered for 30 residents. The home has been owned by Jean and Christopher Sweeney and their family since 1987, and was brought to market so they could enjoy a new chapter in their lives.

Jean and Christopher Sweeney said “After 38 years of dedication to our residents, staff and families, this was not only a 'one-off' business decision, but an emotional and deeply personal one. Ensuring the future of what we have nurtured and finding the right people to take it forward has always been our absolute priority. We feel extremely fortunate to have found such experienced and passionate new owners, and we are confident that they share our values and ethos and will continue to deliver the very highest standards of care and support within Syne Hills for many years to come.”

Kanagasingam Kannan, co-owner of JKS Care Ltd, commented: “We are delighted to have completed the purchase of Syne Hills, which has clearly benefited from strong leadership and a dedicated team. We are committed to honouring that legacy by building on the excellent foundations already in place and ensuring that residents and their families continue to receive the highest standard of care, compassion and support.”

Rosie Turner, senior business agent – care at Christie & Co, added: “I was delighted to have helped Chris and Kerry find the right buyers to take over their much-loved family care business. I wish Chris and Kerry the very best for the future and look forward to seeing JKS Care Ltd carry on their legacy.”

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