Sheltered Housing
What is Sheltered Housing?
Sheltered Housing consists of a number of self contained dwellings designed
with the independent elderly in mind. One of our team of Housing Support
Officers will visit tenants on a regular basis. In case of emergency all
homes within Sheltered Schemes have alarm systems which allow tenants to
contact either the a Housing Support Officer or a 24 hour Care Control
Centre for assistance. All our sheltered housing schemes have community/day
rooms and other facilities which are available to tenants and external agencies to hire.
Who is eligible for Sheltered
Housing?
Sheltered Housing is normally allocated to persons
who are 60 years of age or over. Age, however, is
not the sole criterion and other factors such as illness
or disability can be taken into consideration. An informal eligibility assessment is necessary before a property is allocated to you.
We currently have 8 schemes.
- Arkwright Court, Leominster
34 x 1 bedroomed ground & first floor flats, with lift access.
- Burton Crescent/Gardens, Weobley
60 x 1 & 2 bedroomed bungalows
- Caldwell Court, Hereford
28 x 1 bedroomed flats, with stairlift
- Cornwall Gardens, Tenbury Wells
22 x 1 bedroomed ground and first floor flats
- Eaton Close, Leominster
25 x 1 bedroomed bungalows
- Markwick Close, Kington
20 x 1 and 2 bedroomed bungalows
- Norfolk House, Leominster
31 x 1 bedroomed ground and first floor flats, with lift. (Very sheltered scheme)
- Paradise Court, Leominster
56 x 1 & 2 bedroomed flats and bungalows
Designated Bungalows
In addition we have a variety of bungalows that are
designated for the over 55's. These are ideal for
those requiring independence and privacy. For added
peace of mind they also come with the benefit of an
alarm system which links directly with a control centre
in the event of an emergency.
How do I apply?
If you wish to be considered for Sheltered or Designated Housing
in the Herefordshire area, you need to be registered
with Home-Point.
If you are interested in the Cornwall Gardens scheme
which is in the Malvern Hills District Council area,
you will need to contact Festival Housing on 01684
579579. We ask for nominations when properties become
available.
If you would like to know more about an individual scheme you can contact
the Supported Housing Team Leader who will be happy to provide you with
the information. Alternatively contact us at any of our offices. Telephone
number: 01568 619610
 Arkwright
Court, Leominster. Herefordshire HR6 8NF
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Arkwright Court is located close to the centre of
this historic market town. Leominster town centre
is just a short distance away and banks, shops, newsagents
and supermarkets can be found there. The weekly outdoor
market is held every Friday. A small but well stocked
library is just a few minutes walk away.
This scheme consists of 34 X 1 bedroom ground and
first floor flats with lift.
Communal bathroom available. Pets are not allowed. Parking is available for tenants
and visitors. This scheme also has a community/day
room for tenants. Communal laundry facilities at a small charge.
Other useful information
Public transport (bus station) is an 8 minute walk
with Leominster train station approximately 2 miles.
Both bus and rail provide services to Hereford and
other locations. The doctors' surgery is a ten minute
walk and Leominster Cottage Hospital approximately
1 mile. Most religious denominations are represented
in the Leominster area.
This scheme also benefits from visits by chiropodist, hairdresser,
milk delivery, mobile grocery and newspaper deliveries.
Regular activities such as coffee mornings, bingo
and special lunches are a feature
at this scheme. Leominster Age Concern Club meet here.
Contact the Housing Support Officer on 01568 613420 during normal working hours.
 Burton
Gardens, Weobley. Herefordshire. HR4 8SR
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Burton Gardens is situated just a short walk from
the centre of the picturesque village of Weobley in
the north of Herefordshire. Weobley village is part
of the famous Black & White Village Trail and
many of the older houses in the village date back
to the 14th and 15th century. While the village retains
its old world charm it does have some modern facilities
which include a small but well stocked supermarket,
post office, newsagents and speciality shops. The
village also has a library.
This sheltered scheme offers 60 bungalows with 1 or 2 bedrooms.
Pets are allowed. Parking is available for tenants and visitors.
A communal laundry is available at this scheme at a small charge. A community/day
room is also available for tenants to hire for social events.
Other useful information
There is a regular bus service to Hereford currently
operated by Sargents Brothers. All buses are low floor
accessible. The nearest bus stop is approximately
a ten minute walk from Burton Gardens. The local doctors'
surgery is situated in the village and is approximately
a 7 minute walk. There are Catholic, Church of England
and Methodist churches close by but some services
are held in the scheme community room. None of the
major banks are represented in the village but a cash
machine is available in the supermarket during regular
opening hours.
Burton Gardens has a very active social club that
organises regular activities to include Day Trips.
In addition to the social club the Whist Club
and Monday Club all meet at the scheme community centre.
This scheme also benefits from visits by Opticians
and Chiropodists.
Contact the Housing Support Officer on 01544 318485 during normal working hours.
 Caldwell Court, Walmer Street. Hereford HR4 9JD
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Marches Housing Association manages Caldwell Court
for Jephson Housing. Caldwell Court is favourably
situated close to the heart of Hereford City. The
imposing Hereford Cathedral, River Wye, Courtyard
Theatre and Market are all within a short walking
distance. This sheltered scheme is set in quiet surroundings
but with all the advantages of city living right at
your door step. Being close to the city centre a wide
range of shops including post office, newsagents and
supermarkets are all a short walk away.
This sheltered housing scheme has 28 X 1 bedroom
flats. A stair lift is provided to the first floor.
Pets are not allowed. Parking is available for tenants
and visitors. There is a communal garden. A community/day
room is available to tenants and to external agencies to hire.
Other useful information
A bus terminus serving Hereford City and surrounding
areas is approximately half a mile away. Dial-A-Ride
and taxi services can also be arranged. The local
doctors' surgery is a two minute walk and the main
hospital is about 1 mile away. Most of the
religious denominations are represented in the area.
Most banks are represented in the city area with the
nearest cash machine situated half a mile from the
scheme.
There is a small library on site with books being
changed every four months.
Caldwell Court holds regular bingo and coffee
mornings. A Resident Holiday is a feature during
the summer months. This scheme also benefits from
visits by Hairdresser and Chiropodist. Hereford Age Concern use the centre on a Thursday.
Contact the Housing Support Officer on 01432 267350 during normal working hours.
 Cornwall Gardens, Tenbury Wells. Worcestershire WR15 8EU
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Cornwall Gardens is situated in the attractive market
town of Tenbury Wells which can be found in the North
West corner of Worcestershire. This town stands on
the banks of the fast flowing River Teme and is the
major town in the Teme Valley an area known for the
growing of hops, cider apples and soft fruits. The
town centre is just a short walk away with banks,
post office and supermarket. A well stocked library,
speciality shops, newsagents along with a modern leisure
centre add to the rich flavour of this unique town.
This scheme consists of 22 X 1 bedroom ground and
first floor flats. Pets are not allowed. Parking is
available for tenants and visitors. This scheme also
has a community/day room for tenants. A communal laundry is available at a small charge.
Other useful information
Cornwall Gardens benefits from being reasonably close
to public transport. The doctors' surgery is a quarter
of a mile away with Tenbury Community Hospital a mile.
Most main stream religious denominations are represented
in the area supplemented by communion services in
the community/day room.
The scheme holds regular coffee mornings, bingo and
other community activities. Green areas to sit in during summer months.
Contact the Housing Support Officer on 01584 819872 during normal working hours.
 Eaton Close, Leominster, Herefordshire. HR6 8LQ
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Eaton Close is situated on the southern approach
to the historic market town of Leominster. In a tree
lined setting you would hardly know that the town
centre was just a short walk away. With the town right
at your doorstop most shops, post office, supermarkets
and banks are within easy reach. The weekly outdoor
market is held every Friday. A library is available in Leominster.
This sheltered scheme consists of 25 X 1 bedroom
bungalows to include gardens. There is limited parking for tenants and
visitors. Pets are allowed. A community/day room is
available for tenants. A communal laundry for tenants is available at a small charge.
Other useful information.
This sheltered scheme is close to local bus and rail
stations with services to Hereford and other locations.
The nearest doctors' surgery is three quarters of
a mile and Leominster Cottage Hospital some three
hundred yards away. Most religious denominations are
represented in the area.
Eaton Close has a very active social group with regular
bingo, whist evenings,
afternoon skittles and outings to places of interest.
The scheme is served by daily milk deliveries.
Contact the Housing Support Officer on 01568 615681.
 Markwick Close, Kington. Herefordshire HR5 3UE.
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Markwick Close can be found close to the centre of
this historic town that sits right on the Welsh/English
border some 21 miles from Hereford. Being only a few
minutes walk from the main shopping area you have
all the advantages of town living. Most banks, shops
and post office are found in the main street close
to the imposing clock tower commemorating Queen Victoria's
Golden Jubilee in 1887. The River Arrow recreation
area is just a short distance from Markwick Close
and during the summer months there is much to see
and enjoy in this area.
This sheltered scheme consists of 20 x 1 & 2
bedroom bungalows each with its own garden. Pets are
allowed. Parking for tenants and visitors is available.
This scheme also has a community/day room for tenants and to hire for external agencies.
Other useful information
Public transport (bus only) is within easy walking
distance and provides services to Leominster, Hereford
and Llandrindod Wells. A doctors' surgery and Kington
Cottage Hospital are approximately half a mile away.
Most religious denominations can be found in and around
the Kington area and is supplemented by weekly communion
in the scheme's community/day room.
The scheme has regular coffee mornings, bingo, special
lunches and trips out to include local community.
Contact the Housing Support Officer on 01544 318485 during normal working hours.
 Norfolk House, Etnam Street. Leominster. Herefordshire HR6 8AQ
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Norfolk House is situated almost at the heart of this historic
market town. It has all the advantages of having everything
on your door step. The main shopping area for the town is
reached within a minute or two of leaving your front door.
Banks, post office and a small, but well stocked, library
are all within easy reach. The weekly outdoor market is held
every Friday in Leominster's Corn Square.
This scheme is classified as Very Sheltered Housing and consists
of 31 X 1 bedroom ground and first floor flats with lift to
first floor. CCTV and alarm system in operation in case of emergencies. Pets are not allowed.
Parking is available for tenants and visitors. A community/day
room is available for tenants. A communal laundry facility and guest room are available at a small charge.
Other useful information
Norfolk House is close to all public transport. The
doctors' surgery is half a mile from the scheme as
is the Leominster Cottage Hospital. Most religious
denominations are represented in the area and are
supplemented with regular communion in the community/day
room. You will find an active social group at Norfolk
House with regular coffee mornings; pat a pet, pub
nights Darby & Joan, and Wednesday Club. Other
day care groups also meet in the community/day room
and tenants are welcome to join in. This scheme also
benefits from visits by Hairdresser and Chiropodist, small shop on scheme and has a daily lunch menu available for residents only.
Contact the Officer In Charge on 01568 610721 during normal working hours.
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 Paradise Court, Bridge Street. Leominster. HR6 8DY
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Paradise Court can be found in the northern part
of the historic market town of Leominster. Leominster
is approximately 14 miles north of Hereford. Leominster
town centre is a short walk from the scheme with a
variety of shops including newsagent, post office,
supermarkets and the weekly outdoor market (Fridays).
Most major banks are represented with the nearest
cash point being a few minutes walk from Paradise
Court. The town has a small but well stocked library
This sheltered scheme has 56 1 and 2 bedroom flats
and bungalows. Pets are allowed. Limited parking is
available for tenants and visitors. Some properties
have gardens and the scheme enjoys a communal green
area. There is no disabled access to the accommodation
area. This scheme has a community centre/day room
for tenants and benefits
from some social activities. A communal laundry is available to use
by tenants at a small charge. A guest room is available to tenants to
hire at a small charge.
Other useful information
Regular bus and rail services operate into and out
of Leominster with the local bus station approximately
half a mile from the scheme. The doctors' surgery
and cottage hospital are situated three quarters of
a mile away. Most religious denominations are represented
in the area. The scheme has an active social club
with regular activities including coffee mornings,
bingo and outings. This scheme also
benefits from visits by Hairdressers and WRVS. Lunch club weekly.
Contact the Housing Support Officer on 01568 614198 during normal working hours.
How do I apply?
Emma Tobin and Louisa Price are the Supported Housing Team Leaders with
responsibility for the co-ordination of the sheltered housing service.
If you have any queries
or comments on the service, they would be happy to speak to you. Their
telephone number is 01568 619610
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