Lavender Court
Dunstable Street, Ampthill, Bedfordshire, MK45 2BX
Dunstable Street, Ampthill, Bedfordshire, MK45 2BX
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We believe that later life is for living
Helping people enjoy later life is our passion. It has been for more than 60 years. And today, in an ageing society, our housing, care and support is needed more than ever.
Manager's Description
"For most of our Extra Care Housing estates we have agreements with the local authority to let a percentage of our vacant properties to people nominated by them. Anchor’s agreement for this estate is..." Show more "For most of our Extra Care Housing estates we have agreements with the local authority to let a percentage of our vacant properties to people nominated by them. Anchor’s agreement for this estate is that all of the allocations are managed by the local authority, Central Bedfordshire Council, who can be contacted on 0300 300 8302.This development has 27 one and two bed apartments situated centrally within a quiet residential area. Lavender Court is supported by a network of informal friends. Organised activities include craft groups, discussion groups, and afternoon tea.
You won’t have to worry about buildings and grounds maintenance or repairs as an on-site manager looks after these points, as well as helping you to access further help and support if you need it." Show less
Main Facts
Extra care housing
Tenure(s): Rent (social landlord)
Care provider: Care Is Central Limited
27 flats. Built in 1994. Sizes 1 bedroom, 2 bedroom. Includes mobility and wheelchair standard properties.
Extra Care scheme with on-site care staff (24 hours / 7 days), Non-resident management staff and Careline alarm service
Lift, Lounge, Dining room, Laundry, Guest facilities, Garden, Community centre, Activities room, Shop, Hairdressing salon, Assisted bathing facility
Whole site accessible by wheelchair. Access to site easy, but less so for less mobile people. Distances: bus stop 100 yards; shop 500 yards; post office 1 mile(s); town centre 1 mile(s); GP 500 yards; social centre 500 yards.
Frequent Social activities include: Bingo, craft groups, discussion groups, and afternoon tea, organised by Estate Manager. Meal(s) available (lunch daily as part of tenancy & breakfast can be provided). New residents accepted from 60 years of age. Both cats & dogs generally accepted (subject to prior approval and conditions).
Housing Authority: Central Bedfordshire
Social Care Authority: Central Bedfordshire
Info updated: 15/05/2021
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Availability
Anchor welcomes enquiries for future vacancies in this extra care housing scheme.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: Community spirit
Consultation
Link with community at large
Privacy
Quality of the building and facilities
Safety and security
Staff role and interaction
Managed by
We believe that later life is for living
Helping people enjoy later life is our passion. It has been for more than 60 years. And today, in an ageing society, our housing, care and support is needed more than ever.