Richmond Court

Retirement housing
40-42 Richmond Grove, Longsight, Manchester, M13 0DP
40-42 Richmond Grove, Longsight, Manchester, M13 0DP

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Manager's Description

"Richmond Court is a friendly sheltered, supported housing scheme for adults over 55. It is situated in Longsight, Manchester. It is close to bus links into Manchester City Centre and in walking distan..." Show more "Richmond Court is a friendly sheltered, supported housing scheme for adults over 55. It is situated in Longsight, Manchester. It is close to bus links into Manchester City Centre and in walking distance or a short drive to Longsight Town Centre with a corner shop in the same road for any urgent essentials.

The scheme has a communal lounge, garden and kitchen. There is a support staff member on site available on the weekdays from 9am to 3 pm. We hold communal activities such as coffee mornings, games, quiz afternoons etc on a regular basis." Show less

Main Facts

Retirement housing
Tenure(s): Rent (social landlord)
26 flats. Built in 1980. Sizes 1 bedroom. Includes mobility and wheelchair standard properties.
Non-resident management staff and Careline alarm service
Lift, Lounge, Laundry, Garden, Secure door entry system
Access to site fairly easy. Distances: bus stop 100 yards; shop 200 yards; post office 400 yards; town centre 500 yards; GP 500 yards; social centre 400 yards.
Weekly Social activities include: coffee mornings, parties, occasional trips, organised by warden. New residents accepted from 55 years of age.
Housing Authority: Manchester
Social Care Authority: Manchester

Info updated: 17/02/2023
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Availability

Many council and housing association lettings in this area are made through a 'Choice Based Lettings' system called Manchester Move. See how to register and then bid for properties at: https://homes.manchestermove.co.uk/choice/default.aspx

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:
Number / size of facilities
Privacy
Quality of the building and facilities

Comments made in nominations for the EAC National Housing for Older People Awards

"I moved into Richmond court in June and have been supported, when I needed it most. The housing and wellbeing advisor has helped me with benefits and ..." Show more
"I moved into Richmond court in June and have been supported, when I needed it most. The housing and wellbeing advisor has helped me with benefits and debt management All of which have now been addressed. My new neighbours have made me so welcome. My forever home. So happy." Show less

Made by a resident in 2019

"Ruth Excellent at her job always happy to help, she has a very caring nature towards your clients."
Made by a visitor in 2017

"The Scheme manager Ruth is always helpful when needed to assist. Residents that I visit speak highly of Ruth."
Made by a visitor in 2017
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