Housing for Older People, Age Restricted booklet

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Housing for Older People, Age Restricted booklet
Housing for
Older people
This booklet is designed to tell you
about the wide range of accommodation for older people in Walsall.
Housing Services
Housing for Older people
Introduction
There are many properties for older people across
the borough of Walsall. All of the properties in
this booklet are owned by Registered Housing
Providers. This means that the rent you pay is
controlled by government. In some cases
a service and support charge may be applied,
the Registered Providers will be able to give
you this information when you apply for a home
with them.
This booklet has been designed to give you
information about;
Type of Properties
Facilities available at the property
Where the properties are
Which Registered Providers own the properties
Contact details for the Registered Providers
Contents
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Age Restriction and Location
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Registered Providers Properties
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Useful Telephone Numbers
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In some cases there are properties which are
available for younger people aged 30+ and 40+.
Please note, age restrictions provided in this
booklet were correct at the time of printing.
From time to time Registered Providers may review
the age restrictions of the properties.
In certain circumstances (such as disability),
younger tenants may be allowed to move into a
property for an older person. It is recommended
that you contact the Registered Providers of
choice to check the age restrictions in place and to
discuss your circumstances.
Housing for Older people
Age Restrictions and Locations
Registered Social Landlord
Accord
Furlong House
Fairview Court
Jenner House
Moxley Court
Old Vicarage Close
St Peters Court
Old Rectory Gardens
Kings Hill
Tantarra
Beechdale
Cavendish Road
Edison road
Gurney road
Jenner Close
Cavendish Gardens
Caldmore
Maryvale Court
Apna Ghar
Church House
Holly House
Laing House
Hanover
Hanover Court
Heantun
Rosehill
Pinson Gardens
Housing 21
Alrewych Court
Deighton Court
Knaves Court
Mattersley Court
Winehala Court
Midland Heart
Oakwood Lodge
Nehemiah UCHA
Nehemiah Court
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Parsons House
Appleyard Court
Aldridge
Bloxwich
Brownhills
Willenhall
Central Walsall
Pleck
Moxley
WATMOS
Burrowes Street
Delves
Leamore
Twin Crescents
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Beechdale
Moxley
Pelsall
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2 Storey flats
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Housing for Older people
Accord
Accord has the following accommodation;
Furlong House, Bloxwich Age 55 years and above
Fairview Court, Bloxwich Age 60 years and above
Jenner House, Beechdale Age 55 years and above
Moxley Court, Moxley Age 55 years and above
Old Vicarage Close, Pelsall Age 55 years and above
St. Peter’s Court, Bloxwich Age 55 years and above
Old Rectory Gardens, Aldridge Age 60 years and above
Kings Hill, Parklands Road Age 60 years and above
Tantarra Court, Central Walsall Age 60 years and above
Accord provides a range of homes and services to
35,000 people across the Midlands.
All tenants moving into Accord Schemes will be
issued with piper pendant alarms
Additional Properties:
Darlaston
Catherine’s Court 8 flats aged 55 and over
Cramp Hill 6 bungalows aged 55 plus
Church Street 5 bungalows aged 55 plus
Noakes Court 14 flats aged 55 plus
Perry Street 2 bungalows aged 55 plus
8 flats aged 55 plus
St Lawrence Gardens 16 flats aged 55 plus
Wesley’s Fold 24 flats aged 55 plus
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Pelsall
James and Norton House 10 flats aged 55 plus
Walsall
Daneswood Drive 10 Bungalows aged 55 plus
Lee Court 9 Flats aged 55 plus
Lydall Court 5 flats aged 55 plus
Willenhall
St Annes Road 4 flats aged 55 plus
Contact Details
For more information about the schemes or other
accommodation in the Walsall area, you can
contact us in the following ways;
Accord Housing Association Limited
37 King Street
Darlaston
West Midlands
WS10 8DE
Please note that King Street is a pedestrianised
street and is not listed on some maps. The nearest
roads open to vehicles are New Street and Church
Street.
0300 111 7000
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.accordgroup.org.uk
Alternatively, please contact the Care and Support
Department at the following address:
Accord Housing Association Limited
Care and Support Department
178 Birmingham Road
West Bromwich
West Midlands
B70 6QG
Housing for Older people
Furlong House (Extra Care Scheme)
Lanton Close, Off Kempthorne Gardens, Bloxwich, Walsall, West Midlands, WS3 2LJ
Furlong House is a ten minute walk from Bloxwich
town centre and a short walk to the local bus stop.
The buses run approximately every five minutes to
Bloxwich and Walsall. There are two health centres
within easy reach.
Accommodation
The scheme has a mix of one and two bedroom
fully self contained apartments. Residents have total
privacy and independence. Apartments contain
a Living room, one or two bedrooms, bathrooms,
kitchen and hallway.
Scheme Facilities
Furlong House has a wide range of communal
facilities for residents use, these include;
Lounge area
Landscaped gardens
Shop
IT Suite
Hairdressing Salon
Gym and Jacuzzi
A range of activities are provided on site in
consultation with residents. A Lifestyle coordinator
is available to provide access to a range of activities
to promote health awareness, fun and personal
development.
Security and Safety
Extra Care Schemes are designed to ensure that
only service users, relatives, carers and other
authorised persons can easily enter the scheme.
Residents feel safe from the threat of crime.
All apartments have their own front door which
can be locked when residents go out and secured
when they are at home. All apartments are fitted
with an emergency alarm system. Residents need
have no worries about being unable to summon
help.
01922 491498
Guest Room
Laundry room
Email: care&[email protected]
Website: www.accordgroup.org.uk
Restaurant
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Housing for Older people
Fairview Court
1 Broad Lane, Bloxwich, Walsall, West Midlands, WS3 2AZ
Fairview Court is a ten minute walk from Bloxwich
town centre and a short walk to the local bus stop.
The buses run approximately every five minutes to
Bloxwich and Walsall. There are two health centres
within easy reach.
Accommodation
The scheme has a mix of one and two bedroom
fully self contained apartments. Residents have total
privacy and independence. Apartments contain
a Living room, one or two bedrooms, assisted
bathrooms, kitchen and hallway.
Scheme Facilities
Fairview Court has a wide range of communal
facilities for residents use, these include;
Service Users will also have access to further
facilities at nearby Furlong House.
Security and Safety
Accord schemes are designed to ensure that only
service users, relatives, carers and other authorised
persons can easily enter the scheme. Residents
feel safe from the threat of crime.
All apartments have their own front door which can
be locked when service users go out and secured
when they are at home. All apartments are fitted
with an emergency alarm system. Residents need
have no worries about being unable to summon
help.
01922 406967
Lounge area
Rooftop garden
Laundry room
Concierge
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Email: care&[email protected]
Website: www.accordgroup.org.uk
Housing for Older people
Jenner House (Extra Care Scheme)
Jenner Road, Beechdale Estate, Walsall, WS2 7LP
Jenner House is situated a twenty minute walk from
the local shops, health centre and other amenities,
and a short walk to the bus stop with good links to
Walsall town centre and other local areas.
Accommodation
The scheme has a mix of one and two bedroom
fully self contained apartments. Residents have total
privacy and independence. Apartments contain
a Living room, one or two bedrooms, bathrooms,
kitchen and hallway.
Scheme Facilities
Jenner House has a wide range of communal
facilities for residents use, these include;
Lounge area
A range of activities are provided on site in
consultation with residents. A Lifestyle coordinator
is available to provide access to a range of activities
to promote health awareness, fun and personal
development.
Security and Safety
Extra Care Schemes are designed to ensure that
only service users, relatives, carers and other
authorised persons can easily enter the scheme.
Residents feel safe from the threat of crime.
All apartments have their own front door which
can be locked when residents go out and secured
when they are at home. All apartments are fitted
with an emergency alarm system. Residents need
have no worries about being unable to summon
help.
Eat & Meet
Laundry room
Hairdressing Salon
01922 723919
Email: care&[email protected]
Website: www.accordgroup.org.uk
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Housing for Older people
Moxley Court (Extra Care Scheme)
Sutton Road, Moxley, Wednesbury, WS10 8SU
Moxley Court is situated between Bilston and
Darlaston within walking distance from local shops
and amenities, and a short walk from the bus stop
with good links to Walsall and Wolverhampton and
other local areas.
A range of activities are provided on site in
consultation with residents. A Lifestyle coordinator
is available to provide access to a range of activities
to promote health awareness, fun and personal
development.
Accommodation
Security and Safety
The scheme has a mix of one and two bedroom
fully self contained apartments. Residents have total
privacy and independence. Apartments contain
a Living room, one or two bedrooms, bathrooms,
kitchen and hallway.
Extra Care Schemes are designed to ensure that
only service users, relatives, carers and other
authorised persons can easily enter the scheme.
Residents feel safe from the threat of crime.
Scheme Facilities
Moxley Court has a wide range of communal
facilities for residents use, these include;
Lounge area
Eat & Meet
All apartments have their own front door which
can be locked when residents go out and secured
when they are at home. All apartments are fitted
with an emergency alarm system. Residents need
have no worries about being unable to summon
help.
01902 404521
Conservatory
Laundry room
Hairdressing Salon
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Email: care&[email protected]
Website: www.accordgroup.org.uk
Housing for Older people
Old Vicarage Close (Extra Care Scheme)
Vicarage Road, Pelsall, Walsall, WS3 4AZ
Old Vicarage Close is situated in Pelsall within
walking distance from the local shops and
amenities, and a short walk from the bus stop with
good links to Walsall and other local areas.
Accommodation
The scheme has a mix of one and two bedroom
fully self contained apartments. Residents have total
privacy and independence. Apartments contain
a Living room, one or two bedrooms, bathrooms,
kitchen and hallway.
Scheme Facilities
Old Vicarage Close has a wide range of communal
facilities for residents use, these include;
Lounge area
A range of activities are provided on site in
consultation with residents. A Lifestyle coordinator
is available to provide access to a range of activities
to promote health awareness, fun and personal
development.
Security and Safety
Extra Care Schemes are designed to ensure that
only service users, relatives, carers and other
authorised persons can easily enter the scheme.
Residents feel safe from the threat of crime.
All apartments have their own front door which can
be locked when residents go out and
secured when they are at home. All apartments are
fitted with an emergency alarm system. Residents
need have no worries about being unable to
summon help.
Eat & Meet
Conservatory
Laundry room
Hairdressing Salon
01902 693542
Email: care&[email protected]
Website: www.accordgroup.org.uk
IT Suite
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Housing for Older people
St. Peter’s Court (Extra Care Scheme)
Harrison Street, Bloxwich, Walsall, WS3 3HH
St. Peter’s Court is situated in Bloxwich within
walking distance from the local shops and
amenities of Bloxwich town centre, and a short
walk from the bus stop with good links to Walsall
and other local areas.
A range of activities are provided on site in
consultation with residents. A Lifestyle coordinator
is available to provide access to a range of activities
to promote health awareness, fun and personal
development.
Accommodation
Security and Safety
The scheme has a mix of one and two bedroom
fully self contained apartments. Residents have total
privacy and independence. Apartments contain
a Living room, one or two bedrooms, bathrooms,
kitchen and hallway.
Extra Care Schemes are designed to ensure that
only service users, relatives, carers and other
authorised persons can easily enter the scheme.
Residents feel safe from the threat of crime.
Scheme Facilities
St. Peter’s Court has a wide range of communal
facilities for residents use, these include;
Lounge area
Eat & Meet
All apartments have their own front door which
can be locked when residents go out and secured
when they are at home. All apartments are fitted
with an emergency alarm system. Residents need
have no worries about being unable to summon
help.
01922 405442
Conservatory
IT Suite
Hairdressing Salon
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Email: care&[email protected]
Website: www.accordgroup.org.uk
Housing for Older people
Old Rectory Gardens
The Green, Aldridge, WS9 8UP
Old Rectory Gardens is a ten minute walk from
Aldridge town centre and within easy reach of a
bus stop to Walsall Town Centre.
There are also 2 health centres that are close by.
Accommodation
Old Rectory Gardens is a sheltered housing
scheme for people over 60 comprising of 31 one
bedroom apartments and 5 studio apartments. All
apartments have a fitted Kitchen.
Scheme Facilities
Old Rectory gardens has the following communal
facilities for residents use:
Lounge area
Laundry facility
Twin en-suite guest room
Security and Safety
All apartments have their own front door which
can be locked when residents go out and secured
when they are at home. All flats are fitted with an
emergency alarm system. Residents need have no
worries about being unable to summon help.
For your security CCTV will be positioned at various
locations around the scheme and linked to the
scheme managers office
An on site Scheme Manager is available to provide
support Monday to Friday 9am - 5pm and Walsall
Piper control provides a responsive cover service at
evenings and weekends.
Angela Jukes
01922 454 200
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.accordgroup.org.uk
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Housing for Older people
Kings Hill
Parklands Road, Kings Hill, WS10 7TL
Kings Hill is situated on the border between
Sandwell and Walsall. The scheme is set in
landscaped gardens, just off the main Darlaston
to Wednesbury Road. A good range of shops
can be found just a short bus ride away, and the
Wolverhampton to Birmingham Midland Metro line
runs from Wednesbury.
Accommodation
Kings Hill is one of Accord’s largest mixed
schemes, there are 120 general family apartments
on the scheme and 20 one bedroom sheltered
apartments. All apartments have a fitted Kitchen.
Scheme Facilities
Kings Hill has the following communal facilities for
residents to use:
Lounge area
Laundry room
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Security and Safety
All apartments have their own front door which
can be locked when residents go out and secured
when they are at home. All apartments are fitted
with an emergency alarm system. Residents need
have no worries about being unable to summon
help.
CCTV is linked to tenants TV set so that they
can see who is calling on the door entry system.
There is an on site Scheme Manager Monday to
Friday from 9am - 5pm and Walsall Piper Control
provides a responsive cover service at evenings
and weekends.
The scheme also has two Caretakers who maintain
the landscaped grounds and provide general
janitorial services and a minor repair service for
residents.
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.accordgroup.org.uk
Housing for Older people
Tantarra Court
Tantarra Street, Walsall, WS1 2HU
Tantarra Court is a sheltered housing scheme for
Independent Older People, close to Walsall town
centre. Walsall is famously known for its Leather
Museum, Art Gallery and Arboretum. There are also
historic buildings a market and a shopping centre.
Accommodation
The scheme has 30 apartments comprising of
22 one bedroom apartments, 5 two bedroom
apartments and 3 one bedroom apartments to
accommodate people with mobility difficulties. The
scheme is over four levels, which are served by two
lifts. All flats have a fitted Kitchen.
Scheme Facilities
Tantarra Court has the following communal facilities
for residents to use:
Lounge area
Laundry room
Security and Safety
All apartments have their own front door which
can be locked when residents go out and secured
when they are at home. All apartments are fitted
with an emergency alarm system. Residents need
have no worries about being unable to summon
help.
CCTV is linked to tenants TV set so that they can
see who is calling on the door entry system.For
added security cameras are also positioned at
various locations around the scheme and linked to
the Scheme Managers Office
An on site Scheme Manager is able to provide
support from Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm and
Walsall Piper Control provides a responsive cover at
Evenings and Weekends.
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.accordgroup.org.uk
Guest room
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Housing for Older people
Beechdale Community Housing
Beechdate Community Housing are a community
based housing provider led by tenants. Since April
2011 Beechdale entered into a partnership with
“Friendship Care and Housing”, becoming on
organisation.
They have 1245 properties, mainly houses,
bungalows and flats.
Beechdale has a number of over 60’s bungalows,
these are at;
Contact us
Beechdale Community Housing
In partnership with Friendship Care & Housing
Chilton House
Stephenson Avenue
Beechdale
Walsall
WS2 7EU
01922 648252
Cavendish Road
Edison Walk – 1 bedroom bungalow for single /
couple aged over 60
Gurney Road
Jenner Close
Cavendish Gardens, Bloxwich lane – 2 storey,
1 and 2 bed flats for single / couples aged over
60. Also 3 Storey flats available for single / couples
aged over 30.
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Email: [email protected]
Website: www.fch.org.uk/beechdale
Housing for Older people
Caldmore
Caldmore Area Housing Association Limited is a
community based Registered Housing Provider,
Committed to meeting the needs of people in the
Walsall area. We are a charity and social business,
and our prime purpose is to improve the quality of
life for those we serve by offering a diverse range of
housing, care and support services.
Caldmore has many age restricted properties and
specific schemes.
Caldmore
Camden/Rutter Street, for singles & couples
over the age of 50. Each property has its own
front door and two bedrooms all flats share a
landscaped communal garden.
Corporation Street, for singles & couples over
the age of 50 with a shared landscaped garden
and drying areas.
Caldmore Road, Hope Street & St Michaels
Street, one & two bedroom flats for singles and
couples over the age of 50 with shared landscaped
garden and drying areas.
Brace Street & White Street, one & two
bedroom flats with a shared landscaped garden
and drying area.
Chuckery
Kerry Court, Sutton Road, one bedroom flats for
persons over the age of 50
Birchills
Bentley New Drive, for singles & couples over
the age of 50, one bedroom flats with a shared
landscaped garden and drying area
There are also properties available in Leamore,
Birchills, North Walsall, Beechdale, Pleck and
Walsall Road, Aldridge.
For more information about properties in these
areas contact Caldmore;
18 Caldmore Green,
Caldmore,
Walsall
WS1 3RL
01922 614505
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.accordgroup.org.uk
Mount Street, one bedroom flats for singles or
couples over the age of 50
Camden Street, Sun Street, Bath Street,
Brace Street, Sandwell Walk, Various one & two
bedroom bungalows.
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Housing for Older people
Maryvale Court
Glebe Street, Caldmore
Maryvale court is a sheltered housing scheme for
older people, close to Walsall town centre, bus
routes and medical centres. The scheme has close
links with St Mary’s the Mount Church and Mount
Housing Limited who provide support on site to
assist Tenants. The service works in partnership
with other agencies in Walsall including Age
Concern, Social Care and Inclusion and others to
make sure that the needs of tenants are met.
Security and Safety
Accommodation
Tenants living at the scheme are able to access
housing related support services which can
help them to remain living independently in the
community. There may be a cost involved for this
service.
Maryvale court provides accommodation for 51
singles / couples. All flats have a fully fitted kitchen,
which include fridge freezer, oven and hob. All flats
have an emergency pull cord and some flats have
wheelchair access.
Scheme Facilities
Maryvale court has the following communal
facilities for tenants to use:
Residents Room
Laundry Room
Private Gardens
Conservatory
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All flats have their own front door which can be
locked when tenants go out and secured when
they are at home as well an emergency pull cord
should this be needed. Staff are available 24 hours
a day 7 days a week. This includes staff from social
services and Supporting People support.
Other Information
18 Caldmore Green,
Caldmore,
Walsall
WS1 3RL
01922 614505
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.accordgroup.org.uk
Housing for Older people
Apna Ghar
Ford Street, Pleck, Walsall
Apna Ghar is a sheltered housing scheme for
Asian Elders situated in Pleck close to shops and
a medical centre and a short bus ride from Walsall
town centre.
Accommodation
Apnar Ghar has 16 flats for singles / couples. All
flats have wheelchair access. In addition, there is a
property attached to Apna Ghar which is available
for up to 4 persons (family or group) needing
support in a culturally sensitive environment.
Scheme Facilities
Apna Ghar has the following communal facilities for
tenants to use:
Apna Ghar also has a day care centre which
provides culturally appropriate day care for
Asian elders which are referred by Social Care
& Inclusion. There is a weekly or daily fee for this
service, which may be funded by the local authority,
subject to a financial needs assessment.
Staff at Apna Ghar are available 9am-5pm
18 Caldmore Green,
Caldmore,
Walsall
WS1 3RL
01922 614505
Residents Room
Laundry Room
Private Gardens
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Housing for Older people
Church House
Bescot Road, Pleck
Church house is close to the main bus route which
is a ten minute drive into Walsall town centre. It is
also close to shops and a medical centre.
Accommodation
Church House provides flats for 25 singles /
couples. There is also a lift to all floors.
Scheme Facilities
Church House has the following communal facilities
for tenants to use:
Lounge Area
Drying Area
Monthly residents meetings
Holly House
Hollyhedge Lane, Birchills, located close to Walsall Town Centre.
Scheme Facilities
Holly House has the following communal facilities
for tenants to use:
Lounge Area
Communal Laundry / Drying Area
Guest room for short stays
Monthly residents meeting
Security and Safety
At both schemes all flats have their own front door
which can be locked when tenants go out and
secured when they are at home. There is also a
secure door entry system.
Accommodation
Holly House provides flats for 26 singles / couples.
There is also a lift to all floors.
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18 Caldmore Green,
Caldmore,
Walsall
WS1 3RL
01922 614505
Housing for Older people
Laing House
Laing House is situated in Walstead Road, Delves. Close to bus routes
Accommodation
Laing house provides accommodation for singles
and couples over the age of 50.
Scheme Facilities
Facilities include;
Communal Garden,
Lift,
18 Caldmore Green,
Caldmore,
Walsall
WS1 3RL
01922 614505
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.accordgroup.org.uk
Launderette
A Day centre is also incorporated into this
scheme
Also in Walstead Road is Newmore Gardens, for
singles & couples over the age of 50. There are
one or two bedroom flats, which share communal
gardens with drying areas.
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Housing for Older people
Hanover
The Hanover Group is one of the largest specialist providers of retirement housing, related support and
services in England. Our mission is ‘to deliver excellent living environments and tailored services that support
independence and individuality for older people’
Hanover Court
Bentley Road North, Walsall, West Midlands WS2 0EA
Facilities at Hanover Court include:
Laundry room
Communal lounge
Guest rooms
Communal gardens
Drying areas
Communal kitchen – serving a lunchtime meal
We employ fully trained Scheme Managers, care
and support is available day and night. Personal
care and support is also provided however this is at
an extra cost.
Hanover has 1 age restricted scheme – Hanover
Court for people aged 60+. People can register to
live at Hanover Court from the age of 55.
Security and Safety
Hanover Court is located within an urban location
in Bentley. There are a few shops a short walk
away as well as a bus stop which is a short ride into
Walsall town centre.
All flats have their own front door which can be
locked when tenants go out and secured when
they are at home. There is also a secure door entry
system with intercom to each apartment.
There is a sports ground and large car park to
the rear of the site and light industrial buildings
opposite.
Contact details
Accommodation
Hanover Housing Association provides 35 x 1 bed
and 1 x 3 bed homes with support for older people.
There is also a lift to all floors.
Midlands Office,
Nelson House,
Arlington Road,
Eymesbury,
St Neots,
Cambs,
TE19 6RE
0800 2802575
Email: lettings&[email protected]
Website: www.hanover.org.uk
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Heantun
Heantun has the following age restricted schemes
all based in the Willenhall area:
Rosehill, Willenhall – Age 40 and above
Pinson Gardens, Willenhall – Age 55 and above or
with a disability
Heantun Housing is a charitable organisation
whose primary business is the provision of rented
housing at affordable rents for those in most need.
Rosehill
Security and Safety
All flats / bungalows have their own front door
which can be locked when tenants go out and
secured when they are at home.
Contact Us
The Heantun Group
3 Wellington Road,
Bilston,
Wolverhampton,
WV14 6AA
Rosehill is a block of 15 flats for people over 40.
There are 6 x 2 bed flats, 2 on each floor. There are
no lifts available.
01902 571100
Fax: 01902 2403523
At Rosehill there are communal drying areas.
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.heantun.org
Pinson Gardens
There are 4 x 2 bedroom bungalows at Pinson
Gardens. The bungalows are for people aged over
55 or for people with a disability.
There are communal gardens at the bungalows.
Heantun provide a gardening service which is
service chargeable.
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Housing 21
By the end of 2010, Housing 21 will have 5 Age
restricted schemes in Walsall, all for people over 55.
Alrewych Court - Aldridge
We employ fully trained Scheme Managers, care
and support is available day and night. Personal
care and support is also provided however this is at
an extra cost.
Deighton Court - Delves
(Opening November 2010)
Security and Safety
Knaves Court - Brownhills
(Opening September 2010)
All flats have their own front door which can be
locked when tenants go out and secured when
they are at home. There is also a secure door entry
system with intercom to each apartment
Mattersley Court - Mossley
Winhala Court - Short Heath
(Opening October 2010)
Accommodation
All Housing 21 apartments comprise of a mix of
1 and 2 bedrooms. All apartments have a fully
fitted kitchen to include fridge, freezer, oven and
hob. As well as wheelchair access throughout and
emergency pull cords in all rooms.
Scheme Facilities
Restaurant Facilities
Residents Lounge
Rent and Charges
The properties are available to rent and there is an
opportunity for part ownership. As Housing 21 is
a Registered Social Landlord, this means that the
rent you will pay is controlled by Government.
Contact us
Head Office,
The Triangle,
Baring Road,
Beaconsfield,
HP9 2NA
0345 606 6363
A well equipped laundry room
A hairdressing salon
Private landscaped gardens
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Email: [email protected]
Website: www.housing21.co.uk
Housing for Older people
Oakwood Lodge (Extra Care Scheme)
51 Chaucer Avenue, Short Heath, Willenhall, West Midlands, WV12 5JN
Oakwood Lodge is situated on the border between
Walsall and Wolverhampton, all major bus routes
are Close by. A Short walk from Oakwood is a
range of local stores and is ideally situated for all
local amenities.
Accommodation
The scheme has 42 one bedroom and 3 two
bedroom fully self-contained flats each in a
purpose-built complex. Each flat consists of a
Living room, one or two bedrooms, kitchen,
Bathroom with walk in shower and a hallway.
Scheme Facilities
Oakwood Lodge has extensive communal areas
and landscaped gardens for Tenants use, these
include.
Lounge Area
Laundry room
Shop
Hairdressing Salon
Guest Room
A wide range of Activities and outings are organised
in consultation with Tenants, regular monthly
Tenant meetings are held in order for Tenants to be
involved in the decisions made at Oakwood Lodge.
Security and Safety
All flats have there own front door, Tenants can lock
their doors when they are in and when going out.
All flats are fitted with an emergency alarm system.
The scheme is designed to ensure that only
Tenants, Relatives and authorised persons enter
the scheme. CCTV is also in operation.
Contact us
20 Bath Row,
Birmingham,
B15 1LZ
0345 6020540
Fax: 0870 6070371
Email: customerservicecentre@
midlandheart.org.uk
Website: www.midlandheart.org.uk
Well Being Room
Restaurant
Library
IT Suite
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Nehemiah
Nehemiah has 1 age restricted scheme in Walsall,
Nehemiah Court is for people Age 55 and above or
registered disabled with a support need.
Hair salon
Organised social activities every month with onsite support including luncheon club
Nehemiah UCHA is committed to serving the
community and aims to build it into a thriving social
unit in which people of all ethnic backgrounds feel at
home and valued. The provision of good, affordable
housing is the platform from which the Association
has committed itself to the community at large,
conveying the idea of value and a sense of caring.
We employ fully trained Scheme Managers, so
that residents have a friendly face who can answer
their questions, make sure their scheme is expertly
managed, deal with emergencies and organise
social activities.
Accommodation
Security and Safety
30 Self contained, double glazed and centrally
heated 1 & 2 bed flats. There is 24hr warden call
alarm system. All residents have a support plan that
is reviewed annually or sooner if the need arises.
All flats have their own front door which can be
locked when tenants go out and secured when
they are at home. There is also a 24 hour warden
call alarm system.
Scheme Facilities
Nehemiah Court has the following communal
facilities for tenants to use:
Quiet lounge
Dining room
Laundry room
Library
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Craft room
Customer Services Nehemiah UCHA,
5 Beacon Court,
Birmingham Road,
Great Barr,
Birmingham,
B43 6NN
0121 358 0966
Fax: 0121 358 0934
Email: [email protected]
Website: http://www.nehemiah-ucha.co.uk
Housing for Older people
Walsall Housing Group
whg is the largest Registered Provider in the area,
owning and managing around 19,000 properties
across Walsall. whg is a not-for-profit organisation
and committed to providing affordable homes and
good quality community-based services.
Walsall Housing Group (whg) provides a wide range
of quality 1 and 2 bedroom accommodation for
older people spread across the borough.
Specialist Older Person’s Team
We have a specialist team who are trained to give
advice and support to older people to help them
make important decisions about their housing
options both now and in the future.
Our aim is to maximise independence and ensure
the well-being of older people is met. We are
committed to providing customers with genuine
housing options and choice.
Rent and Charges
whg is a Registered Provider, this means that
our rents are set and controlled by Government.
For new tenants, and existing ones, we offer advice
and assistance with budgeting to assist you with
managing your tenancy.
Contact Us
For more information about our accommodation
please contact:
whg,
8th Floor,
Tameway Tower,
Bridge Street,
Walsall,
WS1 1JZ
0300 555 6666
(always charged at a local rate including From mobiles)
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.whg.uk.com
Bentley
Bentley area is situated between Walsall and
Willenhall, and currently a focus of regeneration
activities. All our properties are a short walk from
an established local centre, with a variety of shops
and facilities. It is ideally situated with easy access
to both Walsall and Willenhall town centres via a
regular bus service.
Regeneration activities have included the
redevelopment of Bentley Centre, with a number
of new homes designed and built specifically to
support the housing need of older people whilst
also aiming to improve the social, economic and
environmental opportunities of the area.
Parsons House,
Churchill Road, Bentley
The larger of our new build schemes is built on the
former Old Hall Public House site in Churchill Road,
providing 60 x 2 bedroom apartments. These will
be ready for occupation in November 2010.
The development provides modern contemporary
living, with communal facilities, and a roof terrace as
an attractive and usable space for residents. Most
apartments have balconies and there are two lifts
providing level access to all apartments.
The minimum age for Parsons House is 55.
Security and Safety
Apartments have their own front door and are
connected to a door entry system, providing
security and peace of mind.
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Appleyard Close, Bentley
Newly built, specially designed 2 bedroom homes
in a quiet cul-de-sac location incorporating 8
bungalows and 6 apartments. All have their
own back garden areas and communal parking.
The minimum age is 55.
Aldridge
Aldridge is served by a local bus service to Walsall,
Sutton Coldfield, Lichfield and Birmingham City
Centre.
Accommodation
We provide a mix of 1 and 2 bedroom general
needs accommodation for older people within
the area.
Minimum age for these properties ranges from
40 years to 60 years depending on property.
Aldridge is located to the east of Walsall town
centre. The A454 Little Aston Road is the main
route through the centre of Aldridge.
Most of the town’s shops are located either on
the High Street, Anchor Road, or the shopping
area known as “The Parade”. Shopping includes
the well-known shops and supermarkets and a
number of independent shops. There is also an
indoor market and a number of banks.
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For more information please visit our property shop
in the centre of Walsall or one of our local offices or
call us on 0300 555 6666.
Facilities
Community lounge facilities are available at some of
our locations.
Security and Safety
Apartments have their own front door and are
connected to a door entry system, providing
security and peace of mind.
Housing for Older people
Bloxwich
Accommodation
We provide a mix of 1 and 2 bedroom general
needs accommodation for older people within
the area.
Minimum age for these properties ranges from
40 years to 60 years depending on property.
For more information please visit our property shop
in the centre of Walsall or one of our local offices or
call us on 0300 555 6666.
Facilities
Bloxwich is 3.5km North West of Walsall.
Its centre has a traditional layout based around
the High Street and has a thriving open market.
Close by are Dudley Fields, Blakenall, Leamore and
Little Bloxwich.
Regular buses link Bloxwich with Walsall
whilst others link the area to the surrounding
towns of Wolverhampton, Willenhall, Cannock and
Brownhills.
Community lounge facilities are available at
some of our locations
Security and Safety
Apartments have their own front door and are
connected to a door entry system, providing
security and peace of mind.
Brownhills
Accommodation
We provide a mix of 1 and 2 bedroom general
needs accommodation for older people within
the area.
Minimum age for these properties ranges from
40 years to 60 years depending on property.
For more information please visit our property shop
in the centre of Walsall or one of our local offices or
call us on 0300 555 6666.
Facilities
Brownhills is to 9.6km north east of Walsall and
close to the A5. The Wyrley and Essington Canal,
cuts through Brownhills, providing an attractive
setting to the centre. The High Street retains various
independent shops and local bus services connect
the town with Walsall, Cannock, Aldridge and
Birmingham.
Community lounge facilities are available at some of
our locations.
Security and Safety
Apartments have their own front door and are
connected to a door entry system, providing
security and peace of mind.
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Willenhall
Accommodation
We provide a mix of 1 and 2 bedroom general
needs accommodation for older people within
the area.
Minimum age for these properties ranges from
40 years to 60 years depending on property.
For more information please visit our property shop
in the centre of Walsall or one of our local offices or
call us on 0300 555 6666.
Willenhall centre is concentrated around a historical
market place.
Well served by buses with links to Walsall and
Wolverhampton. Local bus routes also link the
town to local areas. Willenhall is a maximum of 10
minutes drive away from Junction 10 of the M6.
Many main roads run through the area including the
Keyway and the Black Country Route A454.
Facilities
Community lounge facilities are available at some of
our locations.
Security and Safety
Apartments have their own front door and are
connected to a door entry system, providing
security and peace of mind.
Central Walsall
provides access to a variety of facilities such as
Walsall Museum & Art gallery as well as close
proximity to Walsall Manor Hospital Walsall Council
offices and Town Hall.
Accommodation
We provide a mix of 1 and 2 bedroom general
needs accommodation for older people within
the area.
Minimum age for these properties ranges from
40 years to 60 years depending on property.
Central Walsall comprises of the areas immediately
around the town centre,
such as Palfrey, Alumwell, Caldmore, Birchills,
North Walsall, Ryecroft, Chuckery, The Butts
and Coalpool.
Central Walsall also provides access to Walsall
main shopping centres & Outdoor Market. The
Town centre has bus and train access to all
areas of Walsall and areas such as Birmingham,
Wolverhampton, and Lichfield & Cannock via the
Bus station and train station. The town Centre
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For more information please visit our property shop
in the centre of Walsall or one of our local offices or
call us on 0300 555 6666.
Facilities
Community lounge facilities are available at some of
our locations.
Security and Safety
Apartments have their own front door and are
connected to a door entry system, providing
security and peace of mind.
Housing for Older people
Pleck, Central Walsall
Accommodation
We provide a mix of 1 and 2 bedroom general
needs accommodation for older people within
the area.
Minimum age for these properties ranges from
40 years to 60 years depending on property.
For more information please visit our property shop
in the centre of Walsall or one of our local offices or
call us on 0300 555 6666.
Mulhouse Court, Salters Place, Pleck
One of our general needs scheme we are very
proud of is Mulhouse Court, a new development
incorporating 35 x 2 bedroom homes.
The minimum age for Mulhouse court is 55.
Facilities
Community lounge facilities are available at this
location providing residents with an opportunity
to get together, organise social events and get to
know each other.
Security and Safety
Apartments have their own front door and are
connected to a door entry system, providing
security and peace of mind.
Moxley, Darlaston
New homes for older people have been developed
in Moxley as part of the regeneration plans to create
housing opportunities and strengthen communities.
These include bungalows and apartments. The
minimum age for these is 55.
We also provide a mix of 1 and 2 bedroom general
needs accommodation for older people within the
area.
Minimum age for these properties ranges from
40 years to 60 years depending on property.
Moxley is near to the Darlaston town centre and
is served by the Midlands Metro , and also has
transport links to Birmingham , Wolverhampton ,
Sandwell & Dudley
Accommodation
For more information please visit our property shop
in the centre of Walsall or one of our local offices or
call us on 0300 555 6666.
Facilities
Community lounge facilities are available at some of
our locations.
Security and Safety
Some apartments have their own front door and
are connected to a door entry system, providing
security and peace of mind.
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WATMOS
Burrowes Street – Age 50 and above
All flats have their own front door which can be
locked when tenants go out and secured when
they are at home. There are staff and caretakers on
hand should tenants have any problems.
Delves – Age 60 and above
Contact us
Leamore – Age 45 and above
For more information about the schemes or other
accommodation in the Walsall area, you can
contact us in the following ways;
WATMOS has 4 age restricted general needs
schemes.
Twin Crescents - Age 60 and above
WATMOS is a unique landlord owning just
over 1700 homes for rent in the Walsall area.
The organisation is based around eight Tenant
Management Organisations (TMOs) who have
successfully managed their own estates for
many years. We value tenant management
and believe that local people should decide how
their housing services are run. As a charitable
housing association, the main role of WATMOS
is to provide accommodation for people in housing
need.
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Security and Safety
WATMOS Community Homes
29 Stafford Street,
Walsall
WS2 8DG
01922 471910
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.watmos.org.uk
Housing for Older people
Burrowes Street
Burrowes Street, Walsall, WS2 8NN
Brockhurst House is situated just a short walk away
from the main shopping area in Walsall. Close to
the bus and train stations and close to the M6 and
the Black Country Route.
Accommodation
Brockhurst House has 9 ground floor bedsits and 9
first floor bedsits. The ground floor bedsits may be
suitable for people with mobility difficulties. There
is no lift to the first floor. All Bedsits have their own
kitchen area.
Scheme Facilities
The following communal facilities are available
on both the ground and first floor;
Lounge area
Laundry room
There are other properties with various age
restrictions. Please contact Burrowes Street directly
for more information.
Contact us
You can contact Burrowes Street TMO office
by calling:
01922 613292
Email: [email protected]
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Delves
Middleton Close, Bell Drive, West Bromwich Rd
Delves is in the south of the borough. It is on the
east side of West Bromwich Road and bordering
the boundary of Sandwell our properties have
easy access to both Walsall and West Bromwich
town centres with regular bus services. Bescot rail
station and the M5/M6 are within easy reach.
Accommodation
The accommodation comprises of one and two
bedroom low rise flats for singles and couples only.
The flats are situated in a quiet residential area.
Ground floor flats have wheelchair access.
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There are no communal facilities available at
these flats.
Contact us
You can contact the Delves TMO office by calling
01922 720790
Housing for Older people
Leamore
Conway House / Pembroke House / Comwall Close
Leamore is ideally situated on a main bus route
between Walsall and Bloxwich, giving easy access
to both shopping areas. Leamore has good
healthcare provisions and leisure facilities nearby.
Local shops adjacent to the site include
a Post Office, Chemist and a florist.
Accommodation
There are 270 one and two bedroom flats
in 10 low rise and 6 multi-storey blocks. There are
also 5 maisonettes with three
bedrooms above the shops in the Leamore
precinct. Our properties benefit from modern fitted
kitchens, UPVC windows and a
state-of-the-art concierge system.
There are no communal facilities available
at these flats.
Contact us
You can contact the Leamore TMO office
by calling
01922 493266
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Twin Crescents
Grove Crescent and Garden Crescent, Pelsall
Twin Crescents is situated within 5 to 10 minutes
walking distance from the local shops, schools and
churches in Pelsall. Pelsall is situated approximately
3 miles north east of Walsall. Pelsall was once just
a village and although it has expanded over the
years, still retains its village profile with events and
attractions held on and around the large common
in the centre.
Accommodation
The borough boundary with Staffordshire is within
two miles affording the area a semi rural position
with local farmland and open space north and east
of the village.
Contact us
There are 15 one bed, 23 two bed and 11 three
bed flats.
Scheme Facilities
Tenants can enjoy the use of a private
resident’s garden.
You can contact Twin Crescents TMO office
by calling
01922 682539
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Homelands
Off Beeches Road, Great Barr B42 2HZ
For self-contained, supported independent living
with Extra Care.
Homelands comprises 56 one-bed sheltered flats.
Residents share a lounge and have the opportunity
to take part in a variety of planned group events
and activities.
There is a scheme manager on-site to provide
support and advice during the office hours 9am–
5pm (Monday to Friday) and each flat has a call
alarm system, which is linked to a 24-hour control
centre.
Contact us
If you would like to arrange an informal visit to
Homelands, or require more information, please call
us on:
0800 288 9783
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Sanctuary Housing
The main email address for contact is Midlands.
[email protected].
All our sheltered schemes are advertised on the
EAC website under the following links:
http://www.housingcare.org/housing-care/facilityinfo-9036-homelands-great-barr-england.aspx
http://www.housingcare.org/housing-care/facilityinfo-9035-hellaby-court-erdington-england.aspx
http://www.housingcare.org/housing-care/facilityinfo-9037-hellaby-house-four-oaks-england.aspx
http://www.housingcare.org/housing-care/facilityinfo-19316-warwick-court-lower-gornal-england.
aspx
http://www.housingcare.org/housing-care/facilityinfo-19314-oakeswell-oakeswell-england.aspx
http://www.housingcare.org/housing-care/facilityinfo-84694-silvester-court-west-bromwich-england.
aspx
http://www.housingcare.org/housing-care/
facility-info-19315-waltham-house-west-bromwichengland.aspx
http://www.housingcare.org/housing-care/facilityinfo-5405-hartshorne-court-dawley-england.aspx
http://www.housingcare.org/housing-care/facilityinfo-5370-corbet-court-market-drayton-england.
aspx
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Contact us
0121 569 8836 / 8820
Email: Midlands.lettings@
sanctuary-housing.co.uk
Housing for Older people
Useful Telephone Numbers
Housing Associationsin this
booklet offering Over 40’s
Accommodation
Accord Housing Association
0300 111 7000
Beechdale Community Housing Association
01922 648252
Caldmore
0300 1117000
Hanover Housing Association
0800 280 2575
Heantun Housing Association
01902 571100
Housing 21
0345 606 6363
Midland Heart Housing Association
0345 602 0540
Nehemiah United Churches Housing Association
0121 358 0966
Walsall Housing Group (whg)
0300 555 6666
WATMOS Housing Co-operative:
Burrowes Street TMO 01922 613292
Delves TMO 01922 720790
Leamore TMO 01922 493266
Twin Crescents TMO 01922 682539
Other Housing Associations
operating in Walsall
Asra Housing Group
0116 2576716
Bromford Housing Group
03301 234034
Council
Housing Standards and Improvements
01922 652171
01922 652172
Homeless and Housing Advice Service
01922 653405
Prevention Services
01922 602471
Benefits Service
0345 111 2855
Advice Agencies
Action Today Group (Debt advice)
0300 0926350
Age Concern Walsall
01922 638825
Brotherhood Welfare & Advice Centre
01922 721211
Citizens Advice Bureau
01922 700600
National Debtline
0808 8084000
Neighbourhood Community Officers
01922 653410
Shelterline
0808 800 4444
Walsall Adapted Housing Services
01922 614794
Walsall Money Advice Project
01922 724781
Welfare Rights Carers Service
01922 627247
Harden Housing Association
0121 457 4600
Jephson Housing Association
01384 471000
Mercian Housing Association
0121 322 7373
WATMOS Housing Co-operative:
The Avenues TMO 01922 427652
Chuckery TMO 01922 644456
Sandbank TMO 01922 400333
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Notes
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Notes
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Further copies of this booklet can be obtained from:
Housing Services
Walsall Council
Civic Centre
Walsall
West Midlands
WS1 1TP
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.walsall.gov.uk
51510 09/11
Tel: 01922 655415
Fax: 01922 652043