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Peterborough striker Ricky-Jade Jones unveils plaque at new city care home
Mayor Marco Cereste cut the ceremonial cake
Peterborough United striker Ricky-Jade Jones unveiled a plaque, marking the official opening of Waterhouse Manor Care Home in Hampton, Peterborough. “I have had a look around the care home. I’ve seen the cinema rooms and the other facilities,” he said.
“It really is somewhere you would want to live. You can’t ask for much more.” said Jones, who praised the state-of-the-art amenities.
Waterhouse Manor Care Home recently partnered with Peterborough United FC for a 12-month sponsorship with the club.
The event featured lively performances from showgirls, a magician, a live performance from Fiona and Gabriella, and a photobooth, with canapés and a Hollywood buffet served throughout.
Waterhouse Manor Care Home staff during the grand opening event
Located in Hampton Gardens, the care home is part of Avery Healthcare, offering residential, respite, and dementia care.
The Mayor of Peterborough, Marco Cereste, cut the ceremonial cake after his speech, remarking, “Waterhouse Manor Care Home is so impressive. It’s better than most hotels I’ve stayed in!”
(L-R): Ricky-Jade Jones, Striker for Peterborough United FC, unveiling the plaque at Waterhouse Manor Care Home, with Bobby Copping, Commercial Sales Manager at Peterborough United.
Reverend Rachel from a local church, CSK Hampton Church, blessed the home, highlighting its connection to the local community.
Over 100 attendees also heard speeches from Jeremy Richardson, Chief Executive of Avery Healthcare, and Bobby Copping, Commercial Sales Manager at Peterborough United FC.
Natalie Maxwell, Home Manager at Waterhouse Manor Care Home, said: “We are thrilled to open our doors to this wonderful community. We aim to provide the best care in the most comfortable, luxurious surroundings, ensuring residents feel at home.”
(L-R) The Mayor of Peterborough, Marco Cereste, with Natalie Maxwell, Home Manager at Waterhouse Manor Care Home.
A generous community member donated their Porsche 911 for the grand opening event, adding a touch of excitement to the day.
92-year-old Ena, the home’s first resident who also attended the event with her family, said: “It was a very busy day, and very well put together.
92-year-old Ena is the first resident to move into Waterhouse Manor Care Home
“I really wanted to drive the Porsche!”
Waterhouse Manor Care Home has 80 bedrooms, a hair salon, a cinema, a café, outdoor terraces, private dining, and landscaped gardens designed to enhance the lives of its residents.
Over 100 attendees gathered to watch the grand opening of Waterhouse Manor Care Home.
To learn more about Waterhouse Manor Care Home, visit Waterhouse Manor Care Home | Peterborough Care Home (averyhealthcare.co.uk)
