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 2 Age Restriction and Location Page 3 Registered Providers Properties Page 4 - 36 Useful Telephone Numbers Page 37 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 whg Parsons House Appleyard Court Aldridge Bloxwich Brownhills Willenhall Central Walsall Pleck Moxley WATMOS Burrowes Street Delves Leamore Twin Crescents Area 40+ 45+ 50+ 55+ 60+ 65+ 70+ Bloxwich Bloxwich Beechdale Moxley Pelsall Bloxwich Aldridge Wednesbury Walsall û û û û û û û û û û û û û û û û û û û û û û û û û û û ü û ü ü ü ü û û û ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü Beechdale Beechdale Beechdale Beechdale Beechdale û û û û û û û û û û û û û û û û ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü Walsall Pleck Pleck Birchills Delves û û ü û û û û ü û û û û ü û ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü Bentley û û û û ü ü ü Willenhall Willenhall ü û ü û ü û ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü Aldridge Brownhill Delves Mossley Short Heath û û û û û û û û û û û û û û û ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü Palfrey û û û ü ü ü ü Bentley Bentley Aldridge Bloxwich Brownhills Willenhall Walsall Walsall Darlaston û û û û û û û û û û û û û û ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü û û û ü ü ü ü Walsall Delves Leamore Brownhills û û û û û û û û ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü 3 storey flats from 30+ 2 Storey flats 40 - 60 depending on property Page 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 14 14 14 14 14 15 16 17 18 18 19 20 20 21 21 21 22 22 22 22 22 22 23 23 24 24 25 25 26 26 27 27 28 28 - 29 29 29 30 31 32 33 34 3 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 4 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 5 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 6 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 7 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 8 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 9 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 10 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 11 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 12 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 13 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. 14 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. 15 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 16 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 17 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. 18 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. 19 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 20 Housing for Older people 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. 21 Housing for Older people 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 22 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 23 Housing for Older people 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 24 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. 25 Housing for Older people 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. 26 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. 27 Housing for Older people 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 28 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. 29 Housing for Older people 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. 30 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] 31 Housing for Older people 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. 32 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 33 Housing for Older people 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 34 Housing for Older people 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 35 Housing for Older people 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 36 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 37 Housing for Older people Notes 38 Housing for Older people Notes 39 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