The Meadows

Extra care housing / Close care housing
Bowthorpe Care Village, Ladysmock Way, Norwich, Norfolk, NR5 9BF
Bowthorpe Care Village, Ladysmock Way, Norwich, Norfolk, NR5 9BF

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Manager's Description

"The Care Village has been constructed on a 2.3 hectare site and consists of 3 main buildings. These are: NorseCare's Mayflower Court: an 80-bed specialist dementia care home and The Meadows, Saffron H..." Show more "The Care Village has been constructed on a 2.3 hectare site and consists of 3 main buildings. These are: NorseCare's Mayflower Court: an 80-bed specialist dementia care home and The Meadows, Saffron Housing Trust's 92 apartment Independent Community Living Plus Scheme. At the heart of the village is a central 'hub' with facilities including a restaurant, cafe, hairdressers, bar and community shop. Outside, there are extensive, landscaped gardens and fantastic views over the River Yare valley." Show less

Main Facts

Extra care housing / Close care housing
Tenure(s): Rent (social landlord)
Care provider: Norse Care (Services) Limited
92 flats. Built in 2016. Sizes 1 bedroom, 2 bedroom.
Extra Care scheme with on-site care staff (24 hours / 7 days), Non-resident management staff and Careline alarm service
Lift, Lounge, Restaurant open to the public, Garden, Cafe/bistro, Shop, Hairdressing salon, Library, Spa, beauty room,
Whole site accessible by wheelchair.
Social activities.
Housing Authority: Norwich
Social Care Authority: Norfolk
Architects: Hamson Barron Smith

Info updated: 15/02/2018
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Availability

Many council and housing association lettings in this area are made through a 'Choice Based Lettings' system called Home Options. See how to register and then bid for properties at: https://www.norwich.gov.uk/info/20015/find_a_home/16/apply_for_housing

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

"All of The Meadows staff strive to support residents and tenants to maximise their independence by delivering person centred care utilising the latest..." Show more
"All of The Meadows staff strive to support residents and tenants to maximise their independence by delivering person centred care utilising the latest assistive technology. The Meadows provide care which respects dignity. " Show less

Made by a staff member in 2017

"“ We say that people either get it or they don’t get it when it comes to understanding care.” Karen Knight, Norsecare, CARE HOME PROFESSIONAL. ..." Show more
"“ We say that people either get it or they don’t get it when it comes to understanding care.” Karen Knight, Norsecare, CARE HOME PROFESSIONAL. July 15 2016. I speak as a resident. Karen 'gets it', and so do the team led by manager Nigel Reeve at The Meadows." Show less

Made by a resident in 2017

"A lovely building with a great care team. Promote independence for people who live here. An exceptional activities programme. "
Made by a staff member in 2017
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