Chimney Court
Shilling Close, Tilehurst, Reading, Berkshire, RG30 4EN
Shilling Close, Tilehurst, Reading, Berkshire, RG30 4EN
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Your home is where our heart is
We are committed to working towards our four key business objectives, which are to: - Provide new high quality homes and places - Deliver customer-led services - Invest in our homes and local communities - Strengthen our business
Manager's Description
"Chimney Court is an extra care housing scheme. It was rated 'Good' by the Care Quality Commission in 2018. With 24-hour support staff and shared on-site facilities, living here makes it easier for you..." Show more "Chimney Court is an extra care housing scheme. It was rated 'Good' by the Care Quality Commission in 2018. With 24-hour support staff and shared on-site facilities, living here makes it easier for you to socialise and live independently.The 57, 1 bedroom and 2 bedroom apartments at Chimney Court each have a lounge, kitchen (no built-in appliances) and wet room. Some of the apartments are adapted for wheelchairs.
You will be spoilt for choice on places to relax and socialise, with a restaurant, communal lounge, gardens and patio. Why not enjoy a good book from the mobile library, visit the on-site hair salon or invite your friends or family to stay in the guest room?
We run a range of social events and activities at Chimney Court, including coffee mornings, afternoon teas, singing groups, exercise classes, bingo and activity afternoons.
To give you greater peace of mind there are a number of security measures in place too, including fob-access door security and an emergency call system in each apartment.
Our trained care and support staff are available 24 hours a day to help you. Care is provided by Care Outlook and A2Dominion. We will tailor your care based on your individual needs assessment.
Chimney Court is across the road from Meadway shopping centre, which has a range of shops and restaurants. Reading railway station is about 10 minutes away by car." Show less
Main Facts
Extra care housing
Tenure(s): Rent (social landlord)
Care provider: Care is Central
57 flats. Built in 1998. Sizes 1 bedroom, 2 bedroom. Includes mobility and wheelchair standard properties.
Extra Care scheme with on-site care staff (24 hours / 7 days), Non-resident management staff (part time) and Careline alarm service
Lift, Lounge, Dining room, Laundry, Guest facilities, Garden, Conservatory, Hairdressing salon, Assisted bathing facility
Whole site accessible by wheelchair. Access to site easy, but less so for less mobile people. Distances: bus stop 0.1 mile(s); shop 0.1 mile(s); post office 1.5 mile(s); town centre 2 mile(s); GP 1.5 mile(s); social centre 1 mile(s).
Frequent Social activities include: bingo, entertainment, art group, film afternoon, seated movement group and Inter generation group, organised by A2D Social group/Creative Support, and tenants. Meal(s) available (lunch 7 days). New residents accepted from 55 years of age. Both cats & dogs generally accepted, but not to be replaced (Pets policy applies).
Housing Authority: Reading
Social Care Authority: Reading
Info updated: 15/07/2023
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Availability
Many council and housing association lettings in this area are made through a 'Choice Based Lettings' system called Homechoice. See how to register and then bid for properties at: https://www.reading.gov.uk/housing/find-a-home/homechoice/Managed by
Your home is where our heart is
We are committed to working towards our four key business objectives, which are to: - Provide new high quality homes and places - Deliver customer-led services - Invest in our homes and local communities - Strengthen our business
