Brooks Court

Retirement housing
99 Whetstone Lane, Birkenhead, Merseyside, CH41 2ZE
99 Whetstone Lane, Birkenhead, Merseyside, CH41 2ZE

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Main Facts

Retirement housing
Tenure(s): Rent (social landlord)
43 flats. Built in 1985 and renovated in 1998. Sizes 1 bedroom.
Non-resident management staff and Careline alarm service
Lift, Lounge, Laundry, Guest facilities, Garden
Access to site fairly easy. Distances: bus stop 75 yards; shop 100 yards; post office 400 yards; town centre 0.5 mile(s); GP 300 yards; social centre 1 mile(s).
Frequent Social activities include: coffee mornings, bingo, day trips, holidays, fund raising, parties, organised by residents, warden. New residents accepted from 60 years of age.
Housing Authority: Wirral
Social Care Authority: Wirral

Info updated: 22/03/2011
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Availability

Many council and housing association lettings in this area are made through a 'Choice Based Lettings' system called Property Pool Plus. See how to register and then bid for properties at: https://www.propertypoolplus.org.uk/Home

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

"The manager is very approachable & helpful & works very hard for the scheme. the tenants are very friendly."
Made by a resident in 2017

"We have lived here for 14 years. We like living here because it feels safe and we have a lovely scheme manager. There is also lots of things to do, so..." Show more
"We have lived here for 14 years. We like living here because it feels safe and we have a lovely scheme manager. There is also lots of things to do, so you can join in." Show less

Made by a resident in 2017

"It's a community minded scheme. Not just for its residents but also for the community around."
Made by a visitor in 2017

"Warm safe near shops bus stop"
Made by a visitor in 2017

"The excellent service provided for its residents and the helpfulness given to visitors"
Made by a visitor in 2017

"It's friendly and welcoming! Lovely scheme "
Made by a staff member in 2017

"This is a nice building; clean, lovely gardens, residents are very friendly and what makes this development so special is the manager, Bernadette. She..." Show more
"This is a nice building; clean, lovely gardens, residents are very friendly and what makes this development so special is the manager, Bernadette. She is so special to all of us. Nothing is a problem. She will help us all." Show less

Made by a resident in 2017

"I care for Mrs Swift who has lived here for 20 years and given her own statement on another form. I am very pleased with the care, kindness, support a..." Show more
"I care for Mrs Swift who has lived here for 20 years and given her own statement on another form. I am very pleased with the care, kindness, support and family atmosphere in Brooks Court. All the tenants are very happy and contented." Show less

Made by a visitor in 2017

"I have lived here for 20 years and been very happy and comfortable. I am 86 years of age and the wardens have been - and are - extremely helpful, kind..." Show more
"I have lived here for 20 years and been very happy and comfortable. I am 86 years of age and the wardens have been - and are - extremely helpful, kind, understanding and compassionate." Show less

Made by a resident in 2017

"I feel safe and secure. My neighbours help me out. Very friendly. Scheme manager is brilliant. Lots going on."
Made by a resident in 2017

"We have a brilliant warden who goes above and beyond. Nothing is a trouble to her."
Made by a resident in 2017

"It is very comfortable here. I like the morning call as I know I'm safe. I love all the activities and parties. Fish and chip suppers etc."
Made by a resident in 2017

"it's quiet, friendly, sociable. Helpful staff. plenty of events, trips and parties."
Made by a resident in 2017

"I have lived here for 7 months and have found nothing but kindness."
Made by a resident in 2017

"Very welcoming atmosphere when you enter the building.Excellent scheme manager. Arranges parties and days out for residents and visitors and encourage..." Show more
"Very welcoming atmosphere when you enter the building.Excellent scheme manager. Arranges parties and days out for residents and visitors and encourages every one to join in." Show less

Made by a visitor in 2017

"When you come into sheltered housing you don,t feel lonely we all get together in lounge get to know each other our warden make,s sure we're not lon..." Show more
"When you come into sheltered housing you don,t feel lonely we all get together in lounge get to know each other our warden make,s sure we're not lonely and people look out for you Wonderful Bernie Our Warden is AB FAB " Show less

Made by a resident in 2017

"It is a great place to work and live. Very friendly, lots going on."
Made by a staff member in 2017

"Brooks Court is a lovely place! Very friendly scheme manager who organises lots of activities and events"
Made by a staff member in 2017
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