32 Acute Brain Injuries Unit
ACUTE BRAIN INJURIES UNIT
Part of the Henry Boot Group , HBD is one of the UK ’ s most active property developers . With seven regional offices , it focuses on urban regeneration , residential and industrial and logistics . The construction of The Disabilities Trust ’ s new specialist brain injury facility in York is part of the latest phase at its award-winning Chocolate Works scheme .
The Disabilities Trust works to improve the lives of people with disabilities , supporting those with acquired brain injuries . Its York unit specialises in rehabilitating adults with an acquired brain injury . Plans for the new facility were given the go-ahead in October 2021 , securing 145 healthcare jobs in the process .
The project will see the creation of a modern , bespoke facility , which will continue to provide the first-class rehabilitation in
York for those with an acquired brain injury . The site will have space for 40 beds across four wards and step-down flats , along with a dedicated support and therapy areas , and outdoor facilities , including a rooftop terrace .
The development is situated at the site of the former Terry ’ s chocolate factory : The Chocolate Works and features a number of grade II listed buildings . The factory was built in 1926 and