John Betts House
Rylett Road, Shepherds Bush, London, W12 9NJ
Rylett Road, Shepherds Bush, London, W12 9NJ
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Manager's Description
"John Betts’ House is situated in Rylett Road, just a few streets away from Sycamore House. It was built in the early 1960s as a two storey building. During the late 90s the flats were refurbished an..." Show more "John Betts’ House is situated in Rylett Road, just a few streets away from Sycamore House. It was built in the early 1960s as a two storey building. During the late 90s the flats were refurbished and a third floor added. Today there are 39 flats. A lift has been installed and the Residents’ Lounge is a large and pleasant, sunny room. The House has its own attractive courtyard garden, providing residents with that rare amenity; a peaceful, enclosed space within an essentially urban environment.All the flats are carpeted throughout, are well decorated and centrally heated. The sitting rooms are spacious and light and the bedrooms have fitted wardrobes. The kitchens have built-in units including an oven and separate hob with extractor fan. There is also a space for a fridge-freezer. The bathrooms are equipped with showers. All the rooms have a generous supply of power points and a television aerial socket. Residents provide their own furniture and the Scheme Manager can advise on suitability if necessary. The Scheme Manager or Relief Scheme Manager visits’ each day or more often if needed. Their aim is to ensure the well-being of all residents without intruding on their right to privacy. For added security, each flat has a Scheme Manager call system. For more information about John Betts House contact the Scheme Manager on 020 8749 5331." Show less
Main Facts
Retirement housing
Tenure(s): Licence
39 flats. Built in 1960 and renovated in 1998. Sizes 1 bedroom.
Resident management staff (7 days) and Careline alarm service
Lift, Lounge, Laundry, Guest facilities, Garden
Access to site easy, but less so for less mobile people. Distances: bus stop 50 yards; shop 400 yards; post office 400 yards; town centre 1 mile(s); GP 400 yards; social centre 0.5 mile(s).
This almshouse charity caters for: People 60 years and over, on low income/ assets. They must also be presently living in W6 or those part of W14 and W4 in the former parish of Hammersmith.. Regular Social activities include: Residents suppers, coffee mornings, socials, and trips, organised by Residents and manager. New residents accepted from 60 years of age.
Housing Authority: Hammersmith & Fulham
Social Care Authority: Hammersmith & Fulham
Info updated: 09/05/2016
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Availability
Check with Hammersmith United Charities - none notified to EAC - Advertise vacancies / sales.Residents' views
A number of residents have used EAC's resident consultation card game to give their views on aspects of where they live. They gave top marks to this scheme for: Consultation
Convenience of the location
Link with community at large
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Overall ratings
Practicality of the individual apartments
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Quality of design
Quality of the building and facilities
Quality of the garden
Quality of the individual apartments
Safety and security
Space standards of individual apartments
Staff role and interaction
Comments made in nominations for the EAC National Housing for Older People Awards
"There is a life-enhancing hidden garden here where I and many other residents have spent many happy hours, talking or weeding or just reading a book. ..." Show more
"There is a life-enhancing hidden garden here where I and many other residents have spent many happy hours, talking or weeding or just reading a book. Jackie the gardener works hard to make it all look so natural. The resident robin & blackbirds bring us musical joy daily. " Show less
Made by a in 2019
"There is a life-enhancing hidden garden here where I and many other residents have spent many happy hours, talking or weeding or just reading a book. Jackie the gardener works hard to make it all look so natural. The resident robin & blackbirds bring us musical joy daily. " Show less
Made by a in 2019
"Incredible setting, beautiful gardens and great warm atmosphere."
Made by a visitor in 2019
Made by a visitor in 2019
"An exceptional space with friendly residents and staff, they actively participate in good neighbour practices, check on each other, providing friendsh..." Show more
"An exceptional space with friendly residents and staff, they actively participate in good neighbour practices, check on each other, providing friendship and support, preventing loneliness and isolation for the elderly in the UKs largest city." Show less
Made by a visitor in 2019
"An exceptional space with friendly residents and staff, they actively participate in good neighbour practices, check on each other, providing friendship and support, preventing loneliness and isolation for the elderly in the UKs largest city." Show less
Made by a visitor in 2019
"Held in high esteem by locally.
Recently able house a very long term elderly local resident who, while not quite meeting all the criteria, now benef..." Show more
"Held in high esteem by locally.
Recently able house a very long term elderly local resident who, while not quite meeting all the criteria, now benefits from: accessibility of flat, good transport links and nearby medical health services. PLUS: no longer living in isolation" Show less
Made by a visitor in 2019
Recently able house a very long term elderly local resident who, while not quite meeting all the criteria, now benef..." Show more
"Held in high esteem by locally.
Recently able house a very long term elderly local resident who, while not quite meeting all the criteria, now benefits from: accessibility of flat, good transport links and nearby medical health services. PLUS: no longer living in isolation" Show less
Made by a visitor in 2019
"John Betts House is a community in the true sense of the word with its diverse group of residents. The court yard scheme with its second to none gard..." Show more
"John Betts House is a community in the true sense of the word with its diverse group of residents. The court yard scheme with its second to none gardens is an oasis in the 'heart of urban London'. Excellent staff, responsive service and engaging at all levels." Show less
Made by a staff member in 2017
"John Betts House is a community in the true sense of the word with its diverse group of residents. The court yard scheme with its second to none gardens is an oasis in the 'heart of urban London'. Excellent staff, responsive service and engaging at all levels." Show less
Made by a staff member in 2017
National Housing for Older People Awards
in the EAC Housing for Older People Awards 2019.
Category: Retirement housing 37-43 units.
Sponsor: Engie.
Category: Retirement housing 37-43 units.
Sponsor: Engie.