CARE home residents have been showing off their new facilities to Government Chief Whip Hilary Armstrong.
The South West Durham MP was given a guided tour of the newly built Southfield Lodge Residential Care Home in Crook yesterday.
She last visited the site in November, when the foundations were laid for the £2.2m development, which is a joint venture between Durham County Council and Bradford and Northern Housing Association.
Resident Gladys Parkinson showed the MP her flat, which is one of 37 with a bathroom, lounge and kitchen.
Ms Armstrong also viewed the home's bar, restaurant, shop and hairdressing salon.
She said: "I'm delighted to visit Southfield Lodge now that it is up and running.
"The building and facilities are very impressive.
"The new home offers a modern way of caring for older people.
"It allows them more choice and enhances their independence, whilst still offering 24-hour support.
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