A government-managed facility that provides support and training for adults with learning and physical disabilities has successfully relocated to its new interim home.

Tinée Furbert, the Minister of Youth, Social Development and Seniors, said that the move “marked a meaningful new chapter for the K Margaret Carter Centre” — and the 44 individuals and their families that it serves — at the former Prospect Primary School.

The centre’s home at Roberts Avenue, in Devonshire, closed temporarily in March to address mould and air quality issues.

Ms Furbert said that the interim location is “a space where our clients can once again learn, connect, work and thrive”.

She added: “This journey began out of necessity.

“Mould and air quality concerns at our Roberts Avenue facility meant we could not, in good conscience, ask our clients and staff to remain there. But, what could have become a setback became something else entirely — a testament to what our community can accomplish when it comes together.

“The K Margaret Carter Centre has always been far more than a building.

“Every day it helps adults with intellectual disabilities build life and social skills, form friendships, care for their health, explore their creativity and take part in meaningful work, alongside our charity, business and government partners.

“Our purpose is both simple and profound — to help every person we serve live a full life on their own terms, shaped by their own interests, strengths and abilities.”

The minister thanked the Mid-Atlantic Wellness Institute and WindReach for allowing the temporary use of their facilities, while work took place to get the former Prospect school up to standard.

Gratitude was also expressed to staff, parents, caregivers and civil servants who helped redevelop the new site.

Keeona Belboda, the manager of Ageing and Disability Services, said: “It’s been a long haul and a major work in progress.”

She added: “Clients are very happy and staff are very happy. They have a bit more space at this site, so service provision can continue and we are able to accommodate clients and staff here comfortably.”

Ms Furbert confirmed that the Ministry of Public Works remained engaged in work at Roberts Avenue to enable an eventual return.

The minister also said that the Office of Youth Affairs summer programming was making use of another part of the former Prospect school, which closed last year as part of the island’s move towards parish schools.