Lanyon House
Green Street, Plymouth, Devon, PL4 9AL
Green Street, Plymouth, Devon, PL4 9AL
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"The original almshouse was built in 1679 with £300 left in a will by John Lanyon, ex Lord Mayor of Plymouth and a Friend of Samuel Pepys. The present almshouses were moved to their site in Green Str..." Show more "The original almshouse was built in 1679 with £300 left in a will by John Lanyon, ex Lord Mayor of Plymouth and a Friend of Samuel Pepys. The present almshouses were moved to their site in Green Street in 1868, and renovated in 1977.The Almshouses are intended for Plymothians of good character who are retired and in need. Prospective residents are interviewed by the Trustees to ensure they are elderly and eligible for Housing Benefit. Residents must be able to look after themselves, with the aid of a care package if necessary, as there is no medical care provided.
The current weekly rent charge is £110 per week with a service charge of £30.00 per week to cover fuel costs. Residents do not have to pay water rates and are entitled to a £7.50 per year concessionary TV Licence fee if under 75 yrs of age. The total rent charge qualifies for Housing Benefit, with support costs paid to us direct." Show less
Main Facts
Retirement housing
Tenure(s): Rent (social landlord)
15 flats. Built in 1869 and renovated in 1977. Sizes studio.
Resident management staff and Careline alarm service
Stair lift(s), Laundry, Guest facilities, Garden
Access to site easy, but less so for less mobile people. Distances: bus stop 50 yards; shop 25 yards; post office 500 yards; town centre 100 yards; GP 500 yards; social centre 4 mile(s).
This almshouse charity caters for: Plymothians of good character who are retired and in need. New residents accepted from 60 years of age.
Housing Authority: Plymouth
Social Care Authority: Plymouth
Info updated: 01/04/2017
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Memberships
The Almshouse Association: The charity that runs this facility is a member of The Almshouse Association which supports and represents independent almshouse charities across the UK
