Proposals have been submitted to transform a former care home in Lanark into a base for the area's community health initiative, Healthy Valleys. MSP Mairi McAllan supports the application to South Lanarkshire Council, highlighting the potential for the building to serve a valuable community purpose. The plans include a cooking and training academy, multi-purpose spaces, a children's play area, and a bike workshop.
Proposals have been submitted to turn a vacant care home in Lanark into a base for the area’s community health initiative.
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Ms McAllan told Lanarkshire Live: “It was deeply disappointing when McClymont House care home was closed, against the wishes of my constituents. As MSP, I stood alongside the families and constituents to keep the doors open; my hope now is that this project can offer a silver lining in a disappointing episode.
Ms McAllan wrote: “Such a transfer would enable this fantastic local organisation to transform the building into a multi-purpose community hub and enterprise facility with the potential to significantly benefit rural South Lanarkshire and contribute to the long-term wellbeing of individuals and families while addressing health inequalities.
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