The property, at 24 Ryeland Street, will undergo major improvement and renovation work under Flintshire Council's empty homes scheme and will be converted into three self-contained accommodation units for younger disabled people.
The issue of empt
y homes has been a pressing one for councillors in recent months, with a number of meetings discussing the problem and how best to tackle it.
A "drop in" resource centre will also be created in the building for people living with dementia in Flintshire.
Plans are under way to set up an "Alzheimer's cafe" at the centre, where families and those caring for someone with dementia can call in for ongoing advice and support.
The project will be launched at the property at 2.30pm on Friday by Lord Barry Jones, president of the Alzheimer's Society's Flintshire branch.
The latest technology to help sufferers will be available in the centre and the whole complex will benefit from the installation of energy saving equipment, including the use of solar panels.
The scheme is backed by funding from the Welsh Assembly Government and work and is expected to be completed by late summer.
Cllr Gareth Williams, Flintshire Council's executive member for environment and regeneration, said: "This is an excellent example of how the empty homes scheme is breathing new life into Flintshire communities.
"We hope this centre will be a much valued resource by all who use it."
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