Florence Price Place joins Crowley
Crowley and Ballina Shire Council have announced that, following successful negotiations, they have signed an agreement for the sale of Council’s Independent Living Units in Florence Price Place, Ballina.
Michael Penhey, CEO of Crowley, said the Agreement reflects a logical extension of Crowley’s Village in Cherry Street, enabling the residents of Florence Price Place to take full advantage of Crowley’s facilities and services.
“The residents will benefit from being part of Crowley as they receive access to enhanced care services, an onsite mobile meal van and the many social activities offered by Crowley,” said Mr Penhey.
The merger was a logical decision based on Crowley’s expertise in aged care services, the quality of their care and the proximity of Crowley to Florence Price Place.
“Both Ballina Shire Council and Crowley see this as an opportunity to extend Crowley’s services and commitment to quality care to the residents of Florence Price Place,” said Mr Penhey.
Crowley will be hosting a welcome party to the new residents including an orientation to Crowley’s services.
“Many residents in Florence Price Place already know the Crowley residents, mainly due to the proximity of the street to Crowley, so we look forward to making them officially part of the Crowley family,” said Mr Penhey.
Mayor Phil Silver commented that the decision by Council to sell the Florence Price Place complex to Crowley was unanimous as aged care is outside Council’s area of expertise. The Mayor also commented that Florence Price Place residents should be comforted with the conditions negotiated with Crowley to provide for their long term welfare and accommodation needs.