Skinners Court
1 Pellipar Close, Fox Lane, Enfield, London, N13 4AE
1 Pellipar Close, Fox Lane, Enfield, London, N13 4AE
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Manager's Description
"Designed as an 'extra care' scheme in Palmers Green, North London, Skinners Court opened in November 2006. The scheme provides a suitable environment for those who wish to remain independent for as lo..." Show more "Designed as an 'extra care' scheme in Palmers Green, North London, Skinners Court opened in November 2006. The scheme provides a suitable environment for those who wish to remain independent for as long as possible but need help and support on a regular basis. 'Extra care' accommodation is different from ordinary sheltered housing schemes - additional facilities provide on-site care and support 24 hours a day.The flats - some wheelchair accessible - and common areas have been built around courtyard spaces which boast some very attractive gardens. Each flat has a living room, a bedroom, a fitted kitchen, and a bathroom - some with level access showers.
Skinners Court is an almshouse, and residents are beneficiaries of the Skinners' Almshouse Charity which is governed by the Trustees of the Charity. To become a resident you must meet specific eligibility criteria:
- In need of care or support and eligible for Social Services help
- Unable to fund care and accommodation from your own resources
- Priority is given to people with a local connection
If you would like to find out more about Skinners Court, including details about charges and any forthcoming vacancies please contact our Almshouse Team on 020 7213 0564 or email: Almshousecharity@skinners.org.uk
To become a resident you must meet specific eligibility criteria: Aged 60+, In need of care or support and eligible for Social Services help. Unable to fund care and accommodation from your own resources. Priority is given to people with a local connection." Show less
Main Facts
Extra care housing
Tenure(s): Licence
Care provider: Chosen Care Group
49 flats. Built in 2006. Sizes 1 bedroom, 2 bedroom. Includes mobility and wheelchair standard properties.
Extra Care scheme with on-site care staff (24 hours / 7 days), Resident management staff, Visiting management staff (Operations Manager and Administrative support staff) and Careline alarm service
Lift, Lounge, Laundry, Guest facilities, Garden, Activities room, Shop, Hairdressing salon, Bar/pub, Library, Assisted bathing facility, cinema
Whole site accessible by wheelchair. Access to site easy. Distances: bus stop 80 yards; shop 80 yards; post office 50 yards; town centre 100 yards; GP 150 yards.
This almshouse charity caters for: To become a resident you must meet specific eligibility criteria: Aged 60+, In need of care or support and eligible for Social Services help, Unable to fund care and accommodation from your own resources. Priority is given to people with a local connection. Regular Social activities include: Bingo, whist, computer club, reminiscence, cinema viewings, dominoes and card club Open access computers, a gardening group, cinema viewings, dominoes and card club, and charity events for residents include, New Year's Lunch, Summer Barbeque, Christmas and seasonal gatherings., organised by Support staff & volunteers. New residents accepted from 60 years of age. Both cats & dogs generally accepted, but not to be replaced (pets at the discretion of the Estate Manager).
Housing Authority: Enfield
Social Care Authority: Enfield
Architects: MEPK Architects
Info updated: 24/03/2022
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