Hele's Terrace Almshouses
Hele's Terrace, Prince Rock, Plymouth, Devon, PL4 9LH
Hele's Terrace, Prince Rock, Plymouth, Devon, PL4 9LH
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"The Almshouses are historic buildings that have been modernised to a very high standard. There are thirty ground floor and thirty first floor self contained flats. All flats have their own bedroom, l..." Show more "The Almshouses are historic buildings that have been modernised to a very high standard. There are thirty ground floor and thirty first floor self contained flats. All flats have their own bedroom, living room, fitted kitchen and bathroom. The Almshouses provide security and residents are encouraged to make friends and share a wider social life whilst maintaining their independence.All flats have a new central heating and hot water system, which combined with full double glazing and insulation makes the properties very economical to run. There are also Smoke Detectors and ample raised power points. There is a guest room nearby that is available for use by family and friends.
There is a resident Warden who will deal with emergencies and maintenance problems. All flats are connected to the Emergency Alarm who provide an emergency response service outside of his working hours.
The current weekly rent charge is £105 per week (no service charge). Residents do not have to pay water rates and are entitled to a £7.50 per year concessionary TV Licence fee. The total rent qualifies for Housing Benefit and support costs are paid to us direct." Show less
Main Facts
Retirement housing
Tenure(s): Rent (social landlord)
60 flats. Built in 1898 and renovated in 1998. Sizes 1 bedroom.
Resident management staff and Careline alarm service
Guest facilities
Access to site easy, but less so for less mobile people. Distances: bus stop 100 yards; shop 500 yards; post office 500 yards; town centre 4 mile(s); GP 150 yards; social centre 3 mile(s).
This almshouse charity caters for: The Almshouses are intended for people over the age of 60 years who are retired, or work less than 16 hours per week, and in need. Prospective residents are interviewed by the Trustees to ensure they are eligible. Residents must be able to look after themselves, with the aid of a care package if necessary, as there is no medical care provided..
Housing Authority: Plymouth
Social Care Authority: Plymouth
Info updated: 01/04/2017
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