Orchard Court
Margaret Close, Whitley Wood Lane, Reading, Berkshire, RG2 8PH
Margaret Close, Whitley Wood Lane, Reading, Berkshire, RG2 8PH
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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
"This is a delightful development of one bedroom flats. This consists of two buildings with communal gardens, and laundry room also a guestroom the manager lives on site and works from 9 to 4 Monday to..." Show more "This is a delightful development of one bedroom flats. This consists of two buildings with communal gardens, and laundry room also a guestroom the manager lives on site and works from 9 to 4 Monday to Friday with 24hour emergency cover undertaken by call centre.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): Shared Ownership (LSE)
20 flats. Built in 1988. Sizes 1 bedroom. Includes mobility standard properties.
Resident management staff, Visiting management staff (Housing Officer) (part time) and Careline alarm service
Laundry, Guest facilities, Garden
Access to site easy. Distances: bus stop 200 yards; shop 250 yards; post office 350 yards; town centre 4 mile(s); GP 200 yards; social centre 2 mile(s).
New residents accepted from 55 years of age. Both cats & dogs generally accepted, but not to be replaced (Only if residents already have a small pet when they move in. Pets cannot be replaced.).
Housing Authority: Reading
Social Care Authority: Reading
Info updated: 04/06/2009
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Availability
The following details have been provided to EAC:
Re-sale - shared ownership: A ground floor one bedroom flat at around £80,000 for a 70% share. (Notified 15/03/2024). Please contact Housing 21 on 0370 192 4601 or click here to view on their website.
Re-sale - shared ownership: A ground floor one bedroom flat at around £80,000 for a 70% share. (Notified 15/03/2024). Please contact Housing 21 on 0370 192 4601 or click here to view on their website.
Re-sale - shared ownership: A first floor one bedroom flat at £80,000 for a 70% share. (Notified 15/03/2024). Please contact Housing 21 on 0370 192 4601 or click here to view on their website.
Comments made in nominations for the EAC National Housing for Older People Awards
"I have lived in Orchard Court since it opened in 1988. I have always felt safe. The location is good for amenities. Always given care & attention from..." Show more
"I have lived in Orchard Court since it opened in 1988. I have always felt safe. The location is good for amenities. Always given care & attention from manager & Housing & Care 21 organise a lovely court." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"I have lived in Orchard Court since it opened in 1988. I have always felt safe. The location is good for amenities. Always given care & attention from manager & Housing & Care 21 organise a lovely court." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"I love living in Orchard Court. It's all down to your court manager Brenda Zaim. Always the court is clean and tidy. so helpful any time of the day."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"It's a safe, peaceful and relaxing place. Close to al amenities"
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"Hi my names Jamal and I live at Orchard Court my wife works here. We have been residing at orchard court since 1992 . The scheme is a small friendly o..." Show more
"Hi my names Jamal and I live at Orchard Court my wife works here. We have been residing at orchard court since 1992 . The scheme is a small friendly one with many nice things about it. People find it a friendly place to live." Show less
Made by a visitor in 2017
"Hi my names Jamal and I live at Orchard Court my wife works here. We have been residing at orchard court since 1992 . The scheme is a small friendly one with many nice things about it. People find it a friendly place to live." Show less
Made by a visitor in 2017
"I have been living at this court since birth my mum is the manager and it's always been a nice place to live with people who are independent but have ..." Show more
"I have been living at this court since birth my mum is the manager and it's always been a nice place to live with people who are independent but have the care that my mum provides if they need it . It's a small friendly court with a nice atmosphere." Show less
Made by a visitor in 2017
"I have been living at this court since birth my mum is the manager and it's always been a nice place to live with people who are independent but have the care that my mum provides if they need it . It's a small friendly court with a nice atmosphere." Show less
Made by a visitor in 2017
"I have been working at Orchard Court for nearly 25 years and have some lovely memories of times gone by with smashing residents and a good community. ..." Show more
"I have been working at Orchard Court for nearly 25 years and have some lovely memories of times gone by with smashing residents and a good community. One of my residents has been here since it opened in the late 80s and remembers also the fun neighbours we had." Show less
Made by a staff member in 2017
"I have been working at Orchard Court for nearly 25 years and have some lovely memories of times gone by with smashing residents and a good community. One of my residents has been here since it opened in the late 80s and remembers also the fun neighbours we had." Show less
Made by a staff member in 2017
"Well run friendly development"
Made by a visitor in 2017
Made by a visitor in 2017
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.
Memberships
ARHM: The organisation that manages this scheme is a member of the Association of Retirement Housing Managers, and therefore committed to complying with its Code of Practice.
