Rivington House
Lord Street, Horwich, Greater Manchester, BL6 7AN
Lord Street, Horwich, Greater Manchester, BL6 7AN
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Manager's Description
"Rivington House was built to provide secure housing to people in later life who wish to continue to live independently. The criteria to apply for this housing is people over 55 - or younger with a phy..." Show more "Rivington House was built to provide secure housing to people in later life who wish to continue to live independently. The criteria to apply for this housing is people over 55 - or younger with a physical or mental health issue which staff can assist with.Places for People Later Life can usually provide support to people with various problems including visual impairment/ hearing impairment/ low to moderate memory problems and mobility problems. Each person is individually assessed for their needs, and each person would be assisted to find alternative support if their needs were found to be too high for independent living.
Each flat has a door entry system, free built in Wi-Fi, and emergency pull cords which are situated in each room. AMIE pendant alarms are available for residents who require them. Our on scheme Housing and Wellbeing Advisor is on site Monday to Friday 8.00am - 3.45pm to support you with sustaining your tenancy, safety and wellbeing. Outside of these times you can contact our support centre 24 hours per day and this team will deal with any emergencies outside of working hours if any of the emergency cords are activated.
There is an attractive en-suite guest room which is available to residents' family/ friends at a cost of £10.00 per night for one person or £15.00 for two. There is a room and an outside area for keeping and charging mobility scooters. A lift is available to all floors. All areas are accessible by wheelchair.
Rivington House benefits from a lovely garden area which residents are encouraged to help with if they wish to. Rivington House is situated right in the heart of Horwich town centre, within walking distance of a variety of shops, cafes, doctor's surgeries and pharmacies." Show less
Main Facts
Retirement housing
Tenure(s): Rent (social landlord)
30 flats. Built in 1982. Sizes 1 bedroom.
Non-resident management staff and Careline alarm service
Lift, Lounge, Laundry, Guest facilities, Garden
Regular Social activities include: bingo , coffee mornings, luncheon club, social events and monthly church meeting, organised by the residents. New residents accepted from 55 years of age.
Housing Authority: Bolton
Social Care Authority: Bolton
Info updated: 05/02/2018
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Availability
Many council and housing association lettings in this area are made through a 'Choice Based Lettings' system called Homes for Bolton. See how to register and then bid for properties at: http://www.homesforbolton.org.uk/Residents' views
A resident has 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: Quality of the building and facilities
Comments made in nominations for the EAC National Housing for Older People Awards
"Excellent staff, positive atmosphere, community feel, lovely building."
Made by a visitor in 2019
Made by a visitor in 2019
"I feel that the building is well maintained and nicely set out - our cleaner does a great job of keeping the building tidy. The warden provides the be..." Show more
"I feel that the building is well maintained and nicely set out - our cleaner does a great job of keeping the building tidy. The warden provides the best support I've had since moving here over a decade ago. " Show less
Made by a resident in 2019
"I feel that the building is well maintained and nicely set out - our cleaner does a great job of keeping the building tidy. The warden provides the best support I've had since moving here over a decade ago. " Show less
Made by a resident in 2019
"Rivington House is a friendly scheme with a very relaxed and homely atmosphere. The residents here enjoy taking part in all activities, from playing d..." Show more
"Rivington House is a friendly scheme with a very relaxed and homely atmosphere. The residents here enjoy taking part in all activities, from playing dominoes to holding quizzes with their Amazon Echo (Alexa). " Show less
Made by a staff member in 2019
"Rivington House is a friendly scheme with a very relaxed and homely atmosphere. The residents here enjoy taking part in all activities, from playing dominoes to holding quizzes with their Amazon Echo (Alexa). " Show less
Made by a staff member in 2019
"Matthew the warden is excellent and gives a lot of time to the residents with lots of patience "
Made by a visitor in 2019
Made by a visitor in 2019