Irene Astor Court
St John's Street, Folkestone, Kent, CT20 1TZ
St John's Street, Folkestone, Kent, CT20 1TZ
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Supporting independence and choice for older people through affordable housing and care
Housing 21 is a leading not for profit provider of Retirement Living and Extra Care for older people of modest means.
Manager's Description
"Irene Astor Court, located close to the local town of Folkestone and its beautiful harbour consists of 29 one bedroom flats with lift access. Each flat has newly fitted double glazed windows, newly re..." Show more "Irene Astor Court, located close to the local town of Folkestone and its beautiful harbour consists of 29 one bedroom flats with lift access. Each flat has newly fitted double glazed windows, newly refurbished fitted kitchen and brand new bathroom with walk in shower, seat and grab rails. The communal area has recently undergone redecoration and its facilities include a large laundry room, a walk-in shower room, a communal lounge and kitchen for residents to use, a library, mobility scooter storage, and a pleasant outside patio area.There are good local transport links to neighbouring towns and the high speed train services to London from Folkestone train station. The town has a range of shops and facilities and the harbour hosts a variety of outdoor events in the summer months.
Our Court Manager Service is an important and integral part of Housing 21's approach to supporting our residents. It is designed to offer support and security to the court and those residents on court who need it. The service is about promoting and encouraging individuals to maintain their independence in their own home. Our Managers are also responsible for the day to day running of the court including looking after the Health & Safety, property management and resident engagement." Show less
Main Facts
Retirement housing
Tenure(s): Rent (social landlord)
29 flats. Built in 1987 and renovated in 2017. Sizes 1 bedroom. Includes mobility standard properties.
Non-resident management staff and Careline alarm service
Lift, Lounge, Dining room, Laundry, Guest facilities, Garden, Library
Whole site accessible by wheelchair. Access to site fairly easy, but less so for less mobile people. Distances: bus stop 150 yards; shop 300 yards; post office 150 yards; town centre 800 yards; GP 200 yards.
Frequent Social activities include: Coffee mornings, reminiscence group, and Karaoke, organised by residents. New residents accepted from 55 years of age. Both cats & dogs generally accepted (subject to Housing & Care 21's pets policy).
Housing Authority: Folkestone & Hythe
Social Care Authority: Kent
Info updated: 15/02/2018
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Availability
Housing 21 welcomes enquiries for future vacancies in this Court.Managed by
Supporting independence and choice for older people through affordable housing and care
Housing 21 is a leading not for profit provider of Retirement Living and Extra Care for older people of modest means.