Expanding Horizons Secures £3.25 Million from NatWest to Acquire Enable Care Homes and Strengthen South Wales Services

Expanding Horizons Secures £3.25 Million from NatWest to Acquire Enable Care Homes and Strengthen South Wales Services

(IN BRIEF) Expanding Horizons has acquired Enable Care Services (South Wales) Ltd, adding three care homes in Cwmbran and Argoed to its portfolio. This move, financed by a £3.25 million loan from NatWest, also funds refinancing and infrastructure upgrades to satisfy regulatory requirements. Celebrating 20 years of operation, the Cwmbran-based organisation offers customised residential and supported living services for people with learning disabilities and severe mental illnesses. The acquisition boosts capacity to meet the needs of South Wales’ sizeable disabled population—27 percent of whom live with a disability. Leaders from both Expanding Horizons and NatWest emphasize the strategic and community benefits of the partnership.

(PRESS RELEASE) LONDON, 25-Jun-2025 — /EuropaWire/ — Cwmbran-based support provider Expanding Horizons has strengthened its service offerings by acquiring Enable Care Services (South Wales) Ltd, thanks to a £3.25 million financing package arranged with NatWest. Marking its 20th anniversary, Expanding Horizons has welcomed three new care homes—two in Cwmbran and one in Argoed—into its network under the Enable Care banner.

The loan from NatWest has been partly allocated to this strategic acquisition, with the balance directed toward refinancing existing obligations and bolstering both organisations’ infrastructure to meet regulatory standards. This expansion underscores Expanding Horizons’ commitment to delivering high-quality residential and supported living services across South Wales.

Specialising in personalised care for individuals with learning disabilities and severe mental illnesses, Expanding Horizons prides itself on tailoring support to each person’s unique needs. The addition of Enable Care’s homes will enhance the group’s capacity to serve more residents and address the growing demand for specialist care in the region.

According to Public Health Network Cymru, around 900,000 people in Wales—27 percent of the population—live with a disability, exceeding the UK average of 22 percent. This demographic context highlights the urgent need for expanded, community-focused support services.

Ellis Jenkins, Director at Expanding Horizons, remarked that the acquisition reinforces their mission to empower service users toward greater independence and improved quality of life. He praised NatWest for its industry insight and support throughout the funding process. Neil Williams, Senior Relationship Manager at NatWest, noted that backing Expanding Horizons aligns with the bank’s commitment to community-benefit initiatives and looks forward to the organisation’s continued growth.

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