Alder Close

Age exclusive housing
Mapplewell, Barnsley, South Yorkshire, S75 6JA
Mapplewell, Barnsley, South Yorkshire, S75 6JA

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Manager's Description

"We have a Scheme Manager on site for between 12 and 15 hours each week, who facilitates social activities, and carries out Health &Safety checks around the building. Residents have the option of a li..." Show more "We have a Scheme Manager on site for between 12 and 15 hours each week, who facilitates social activities, and carries out Health &Safety checks around the building. Residents have the option of a lifeline/alarm if they wish." Show less

Main Facts

Age exclusive housing
Tenure(s): Rent (social landlord)
20 flats.
Visiting management staff and Careline alarm service
New residents accepted from 40 years of age.
Housing Authority: Barnsley
Social Care Authority: Barnsley

Info updated: 16/11/2015
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Availability

Many council and housing association lettings in this area are made through a 'Choice Based Lettings' system called Berneslai Homes. See how to register and then bid for properties at: https://housingonline.berneslaihomes.co.uk/

Residents' views

A number of residents have used EAC's resident consultation card game to give their views on aspects of where they live. They gave top marks to this scheme for:
Activities and outings
Community spirit
Consultation
Convenience of the location
Lifestyle
Link with community at large
Maintenance
Number / size of facilities
Overall ratings
Practicality of the individual apartments
Privacy
Quality of design
Quality of the building and facilities
Quality of the facilities
Quality of the individual apartments
Staff role and interaction
National Housing for Older People Awards
National commended award winner
in the EAC Housing for Older People Awards 2015.
Category: Retirement housing under 24 units.
Sponsor: The ExtraCare Charitable Trust.
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