Redwoods Dowling Kerr are pleased to announce the successful sale of CFT Care Ltd, a leading specialist care provider based in Clacton-on-Sea, Essex, to the expanding Optimo Care Group.
CFT Care Ltd operates a network of 44 purpose-built supported living units, delivering bespoke care to approximately 100 young adults with learning disabilities and autism. With a dedicated team of over 200 professionals, the business is renowned for its personalised approach that empowers individuals to live independently and engage actively within their communities.
The service is delivered across three key locations—Pallister House, Grove House and Willow House—all of which are known for their high standards of care and modern facilities. In addition to its core operations, CFT Care also held a portfolio of supported living development sites, offering significant potential for future growth and expansion under new ownership.
Alongside sister brand Altius Corporate Finance, Redwoods Dowling Kerr identified a suitable buyer in Optimo Care Group. A leading care provider, Optimo is formed of three divisions offering supported living and specialist home care to young adults with additional complex needs and the elderly. The acquisition forms part of Optimo’s impressive growth plans over the next three years, and was their fifth with Redwoods Dowling Kerr since 2022. Their previous acquisitions include Abbeycare in Sheffield and My Life Choice Ltd, also in Essex.
Optimo Care Group commented on the acquisition:
“The acquisition of CFT Care allows us to extend our reach and enhance our services, ensuring more individuals receive the compassionate and personalised care they deserve. We are thrilled to welcome the CFT Care team and look forward to collaborating closely to make a positive impact on the lives of those we support.
“I would like to thank Nathan Miller for his continued support, who yet again played an instrumental role in putting this together. In our experience Nathan’s role is integral in getting the transaction’s we have completed with RDK agreed between the parties and kept on course in an efficient manner through to completion.”
Corporate Finance Executive, Nathan Miller, extended his best wishes:
“I am extremely pleased to have completed another successful deal with Optimo, who have been a delight to work with over the past two years. I would like to pass on my sincere congratulations to both parties and look forward to working with them again in the future.”
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