Housing associations across the Liverpool City Region are continuing to demonstrate the power of partnership working to support some of the region’s most vulnerable residents.

A new children’s care home in Halton, delivered through a collaboration between Plus Dane Housing, Halton Borough Council and We Are Juno CIC, marks an important step forward in providing high-quality, local care for children and young people.

The Plus Dane property in Runcorn has been transformed into a purpose-built, welcoming home where children in care can feel safe and supported, with work delivered by Penny Lane Builders.

Across the UK, there is increasing demand for high-quality children’s residential care. Many young people are still placed far from their communities due to a shortage of local provision.

The new home, Juno Runcorn, is the result of strong collaboration. Together, partners have:

  • Transformed an existing housing asset into a modern, purpose-built children’s home
  • Created a safe, supportive environment with dedicated living and activity spaces
  • Developed provision designed around the needs and experiences of young people

The home includes three en-suite bedrooms, shared spaces and facilities.

Ian Reed, Chief Executive of Plus Dane Housing, said:

“We have turned a well-loved but tired property into a lovely modern new home with a new purpose. The building required significant investment to adapt it and make it just right.  Our contracting partner, PLB, has done a fine job delivering it in on time, and on budget. Our close working relationship with Juno and Halton Council brings much needed children’s residential accommodation to our local area. We hope our new residents will grow and flourish here.”

The Runcorn home is the first of four planned across Halton over the next three years, building on the success of similar provisions delivered in Wirral.

For housing associations across the Liverpool City Region, this project highlights the broader role the sector plays beyond housing.

By working in partnership with local authorities and care providers, housing associations are helping to:

  • Respond to complex social challenges
  • Support vulnerable residents at every stage of life
  • Invest in communities and local services.

This is part of LCRHA’s shared commitment to make a positive difference by pooling knowledge, resources and expertise across our 23 members.

Steve Rotheram, Mayor of Liverpool City Region, said:

“Childhood is one of the most important times in any person’s life. The experiences we have when we’re young help shape who we become and can stay with us forever. But for too many children in care, life can feel increasingly uncertain and unstable – and I don’t think that’s fair.

“Every child deserves the chance to grow up feeling safe, supported and connected to the people and places that matter most to them. That’s why we’re working with Juno and Halton Borough Council to create a different kind of residential care for children that’s rooted in community, compassion and long-term stability.

“This new home in Runcorn will help young people stay close to their schools, friends and support networks, rather than being moved far away from everything familiar. It’s about giving children not just a place to live, but a place where they can feel secure, valued and able to thrive.”

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