The Cleeve Care Group has invested over £700,000 in a fleet of vehicles for its community carers and Rapid Response rescue service to ensure all patients receive services in all weather conditions.

As one of the largest providers of care in the Midlands and South West, the Group has purchased eight Jeep Renegades and 54 Fiat Pandas from Bristol Street Motors Group Fleet division.

The Jeep Renegades will be used by Cleeve Care’s Rapid Response rescue service to ensure the group’s clients receive scheduled visits even in the most dangerous of weather and road conditions.

The 54 strong fleet will be used by the team to visit clients in their own homes within the six counties they serve, in a bid to help them prevent or postpone the need for residential care.

Robert Flexer, who co-owns the Cleeve Care Group with his wife, Maura Flexer, commented: “Our new fleet is a large investment for the business and is part of a continuous development of our offering and services.

“Over the next few years we will be continuing to invest in our care services and are aiming to provide 100 more beds, as well as increase our community care offerings for which the Fiat Pandas and Jeep Renegades will be indispensable.

“It is crucial that we are able to reach all of our clients at all times, regardless of the weather. Having put the Jeep Renegade through its paces on a rigorous test drive, we are certain that we will be able to reach even the most rural location with ease.

“Providing care services to someone within their own home provides them with more independence and familiarity than if they were cared for in a residential setting, which can be important, especially for clients living with dementia.”

Tony Cullen, Business Development Manager at Bristol Street Motors Group Fleet, said: “We’re extremely pleased to be able to provide the Cleeve Care Group with its new fleet of Jeep Renegades and Fiat Pandas.

“As part of our ongoing partnership, we will continue to work with the group to provide a full aftersales service, including repairs and maintenance on the vehicles.”