Weavers Court
Swordy Drive, Swordy Park, Alnwick, Northumberland, NE66 1SZ
Swordy Drive, Swordy Park, Alnwick, Northumberland, NE66 1SZ
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Manager's Description
"Weavers’ Court is a state-of-the-art development of high qualityapartments specifically designed for people aged 55 and over. This innovative new development offers on-site support, care services an..." Show more "Weavers’ Court is a state-of-the-art development of high qualityapartments specifically designed for people aged 55 and over. This innovative new development offers on-site support, care services and communal facilities including a shop, communal lounge, restaurant, and hair salon. Each spacious modern apartment includes a large lounge, kitchen, double bedroom and storage space.Selected apartments available on a shared ownership basis may include a patio or balcony. Apartments include a bathroom with walk-in shower. The building and apartments are fully accessible and meet all the latest security standards to help you live in a safe environment. You will not be alone; there will be lots of activities and opportunities to socialise." Show less
Main Facts
Extra care housing
Tenure(s): Rent (social landlord) and Shared Ownership
Care provider: Orchard Home Care Services
58 flats. Built in 2016. Sizes 1 bedroom, 2 bedroom.
Extra Care scheme with Visiting management staff, Non-resident management staff and Careline alarm service
Lift, Lounge, Dining room, Restaurant open to the public, Laundry, Guest facilities, Garden, Community centre, Activities room, Cafe/bistro, Shop, Hairdressing salon, Assisted bathing facility, Internet café and patio area with seating
Whole site accessible by wheelchair. Access to site easy, but less so for less mobile people.
Social activities include: Activities include chair based exercises, new age Curling and boccia, quizzes, crafts, bingo, day trips, services with Alnwick Baptist Church, ukulele groups, sing songs, knitting, crochet and many other themed activities during the year that are open to non-residents as well as those living within the scheme. Meal(s) available. New residents accepted from 55 years of age.
Housing Authority: Northumberland
Social Care Authority: Northumberland
Architects: IDP Partnership
Info updated: 16/03/2023
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Comments made in nominations for the EAC National Housing for Older People Awards
"It is a vibrant hub within the local community, offering life changing opportunities for residents and non-residents. We have changed people's life's ..." Show more
"It is a vibrant hub within the local community, offering life changing opportunities for residents and non-residents. We have changed people's life's within the short time we have been open, and have really seen what a difference being more socially active can make to the whole way you feel." Show less
Made by a staff member in 2017
"It is a vibrant hub within the local community, offering life changing opportunities for residents and non-residents. We have changed people's life's within the short time we have been open, and have really seen what a difference being more socially active can make to the whole way you feel." Show less
Made by a staff member in 2017
"We visited for the first time, and have been blown away by the the whole set up and friendliness of staff. This has to be the way forward for older p..." Show more
"We visited for the first time, and have been blown away by the the whole set up and friendliness of staff. This has to be the way forward for older people. So pleased that the north is leading the way." Show less
Made by a visitor in 2017
"We visited for the first time, and have been blown away by the the whole set up and friendliness of staff. This has to be the way forward for older people. So pleased that the north is leading the way." Show less
Made by a visitor in 2017
"It is a warm & friendly court, we'll run by the Manager David Curran & his staff. The staff are open & welcoming & extremely helpful."
Made by a visitor in 2017
Made by a visitor in 2017
"Very friendly environment, excellent staff and always involving surrounding community with events "
Made by a visitor in 2017
Made by a visitor in 2017
"A very welcoming and friendly working environment "
Made by a staff member in 2017
Made by a staff member in 2017