Gilbert Court
37 Gilbert Road, Charford, Bromsgrove, Worcestershire, B60 3JZ
37 Gilbert Road, Charford, Bromsgrove, Worcestershire, B60 3JZ
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Manager's Description
"Gilbert Court, a sheltered housing scheme located in Charford, Bromsgrove, was extended and converted into an Extra Care Scheme with the addition of 3 two bedroom flats and 24 one bedroom flats. The s..." Show more "Gilbert Court, a sheltered housing scheme located in Charford, Bromsgrove, was extended and converted into an Extra Care Scheme with the addition of 3 two bedroom flats and 24 one bedroom flats. The scheme was completed in December 2008 and provided 9 units for shared ownership and 18 units for social rent. The existing flats and bungalows in the scheme were upgraded to reach the Decent Homes Standard, with new kitchens, bathrooms, windows and doors.The scheme includes the provision for a hairdresser and beauty room, various activity rooms and a communal room with a staffed kitchen that offers hot food to the residents. All of the new flats are designed to be lifetime homes and are adaptable to the changing needs of the occupier." Show less
Main Facts
Extra care housing
Tenure(s): Rent (social landlord) and Shared Ownership
Care provider: Eclipse HomeCare
92 flats, bungalows. Built in 2008.Includes mobility and wheelchair standard properties.
Extra Care scheme with on-site care staff (24 hours / 7 days) (24 hours, 7 days) and Careline alarm service
Lounge, Restaurant open to the public, Laundry, Guest facilities, Garden, Hobby room, Hairdressing salon
New residents accepted from 60 years of age.
Housing Authority: Bromsgrove
Social Care Authority: Worcestershire
Info updated: 28/09/2009
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Availability
Check with Bromsgrove District Housing Trust - 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: Activities and outings
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