Kenneth Gamble Court
West Avenue, Wigston, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE18 2FP
West Avenue, Wigston, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE18 2FP
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Supporting independence and choice for older people through affordable housing and care
Housing 21 is a leading not for profit provider of Retirement Living and Extra Care for older people of modest means.
Manager's Description
"Kenneth Gamble Court is in a quiet cul-de-sac off the main road, situated on the outskirts of Wigston Town Centre. It has fantastic tranquil gardens, which are maintained partly by residents. A Tesco ..." Show more "Kenneth Gamble Court is in a quiet cul-de-sac off the main road, situated on the outskirts of Wigston Town Centre. It has fantastic tranquil gardens, which are maintained partly by residents. A Tesco Superstore, and a variety of shops in Wigston Town centre are within approx 1 mile & Leicester City Centre 4 miles away. There is a bus stop across the road from the court cul de sac, with services to Leicester city (very regular).There is a Local "One Stop" store within 3 minutes walking distance, and a further Bus stop with services into Wigston Town.Our Court Manager Service is an important and integral part of Housing 21’s approach to supporting our residents. It is designed to offer support and security to the court and those residents on court who need it. The service is about promoting and encouraging individuals to maintain their independence in their own home.
Our Managers are also responsible for the day to day running of the court including looking after the Health & Safety, property management and resident engagement." Show less
Main Facts
Retirement housing
Tenure(s): Rent (social landlord)
35 flats. Built in 1979. Sizes studio, 1 bedroom. Includes mobility standard properties.
Resident management staff and Careline alarm service
Lounge, Laundry, Guest facilities, Garden
Access to site easy, but less so for less mobile people. Distances: bus stop 400 yards; shop 900 yards; post office 1 mile(s); town centre 1 mile(s); GP 1 mile(s).
Regular Social activities include: coffee mornings, lunch club/meals, bingo, cards, dominos, barbecues, benefit health checks, weekly fruit and veg stall, organised by residents' social club. New residents accepted from 60 years of age. Both cats & dogs generally accepted (subject to Housing & Care 21's pets policy).
Housing Authority: Oadby & Wigston
Social Care Authority: Leicestershire
Info updated: 02/04/2009
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Availability
Housing 21 welcomes enquiries for future vacancies in this Court.Managed by
Supporting independence and choice for older people through affordable housing and care
Housing 21 is a leading not for profit provider of Retirement Living and Extra Care for older people of modest means.