The existing 152 units will be upgraded and reconfigured into 125 studio, one-bedroom and one-bedroom-garden apartments, according to Bethel officials.

"The interior and exterior renovations have been exquisitely designed to provide a pleasant ambiance and quality setting for our residents," says Clare Shanley, the administrator for the Springvale Inn. "The plan calls for 125 studio and one-bedroom apartments including 24 garden units with patios and balconies. We expect these to be especially desirable since they afford the most active individuals greater independence. Our spacious apartment layouts offer kitchen and kitchenette alternatives. Residents may also choose from a variety of other options and amenities."

Jack Ritchie, vice president, housing and development of Bethel, adds, "We've recognized the need for a major improvement of the Inn and now, after careful planning and thanks to a comprehensive financing package, we are able to do it. Although this is, indeed, a major renovation, I want our residents to know that despite our new look, we are not going to lose the involved level of service and affordable pricing for which the Inn is known."