John Betts House
Rylett Road, Shepherds Bush, Hammersmith, London, W12 9NJ
Rylett Road, Shepherds Bush, Hammersmith, London, W12 9NJ
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Manager's Description
"John Betts’ House is situated on Rylett Road, just off the Goldhawk Road in Hammersmith, West London. It was built in the early 1960s as a two storey building and fully refurbished with a third floo..." Show more "John Betts’ House is situated on Rylett Road, just off the Goldhawk Road in Hammersmith, West London. It was built in the early 1960s as a two storey building and fully refurbished with a third floor added in the late 90s. It is built around a central courtyard garden, which is a peaceful, enclosed space within the urban environment.There are 39 self-contained flats, and all upper floors are accessible via a lift. There is a communal lounge which also houses a computer and printer, along with a selection of books and puzzles.
The flats are spacious, decorated and centrally heated. The kitchens are fitted and are offered with built in units, hob, oven and extractor fans and the bathrooms are equipped with showers.
Residents provide their own furniture and live independently in their own homes.
There is a Scheme Manager on site Monday – Friday office hours, and all flats are fitted with a call system, which enables residents to call for assistance in the event of an emergency." Show less
Main Facts
Retirement housing
Tenure(s): Licence
39 flats. Built in 1960 and renovated in 1998. Sizes 1 bedroom.
Non-resident management staff and Careline alarm service
Lift, Lounge, Laundry, Guest facilities, Garden
Access to site easy, but less so for less mobile people. Distances: bus stop 50 yards; shop 400 yards; post office 400 yards; town centre 1 mile(s); GP 400 yards; social centre 0.5 mile(s).
This almshouse charity caters for: People 60 years and over, on low income/ assets. They must also be presently living in W6 or those part of W14 and W4 in the former parish of Hammersmith.. Regular Social activities include: Residents suppers, coffee mornings, socials, and trips, organised by Residents and manager. New residents accepted from 60 years of age.
Housing Authority: Hammersmith & Fulham
Social Care Authority: Hammersmith & Fulham
Info updated: 28/07/2025
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Availability
Check with Hammersmith United Charities - none notified to EAC - Advertise vacancies / sales.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: Consultation
Convenience of the location
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Overall ratings
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Quality of the garden
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Staff role and interaction
Comments made in nominations for the EAC National Housing for Older People Awards
"There is a life-enhancing hidden garden here where I and many other residents have spent many happy hours, talking or weeding or just reading a book. ..." Show more
"There is a life-enhancing hidden garden here where I and many other residents have spent many happy hours, talking or weeding or just reading a book. Jackie the gardener works hard to make it all look so natural. The resident robin & blackbirds bring us musical joy daily. " Show less
Made by a in 2019
"There is a life-enhancing hidden garden here where I and many other residents have spent many happy hours, talking or weeding or just reading a book. Jackie the gardener works hard to make it all look so natural. The resident robin & blackbirds bring us musical joy daily. " Show less
Made by a in 2019
"Incredible setting, beautiful gardens and great warm atmosphere."
Made by a visitor in 2019
Made by a visitor in 2019
"An exceptional space with friendly residents and staff, they actively participate in good neighbour practices, check on each other, providing friendsh..." Show more
"An exceptional space with friendly residents and staff, they actively participate in good neighbour practices, check on each other, providing friendship and support, preventing loneliness and isolation for the elderly in the UKs largest city." Show less
Made by a visitor in 2019
"An exceptional space with friendly residents and staff, they actively participate in good neighbour practices, check on each other, providing friendship and support, preventing loneliness and isolation for the elderly in the UKs largest city." Show less
Made by a visitor in 2019
"Held in high esteem by locally.
Recently able house a very long term elderly local resident who, while not quite meeting all the criteria, now benef..." Show more
"Held in high esteem by locally.
Recently able house a very long term elderly local resident who, while not quite meeting all the criteria, now benefits from: accessibility of flat, good transport links and nearby medical health services. PLUS: no longer living in isolation" Show less
Made by a visitor in 2019
Recently able house a very long term elderly local resident who, while not quite meeting all the criteria, now benef..." Show more
"Held in high esteem by locally.
Recently able house a very long term elderly local resident who, while not quite meeting all the criteria, now benefits from: accessibility of flat, good transport links and nearby medical health services. PLUS: no longer living in isolation" Show less
Made by a visitor in 2019
"John Betts House is a community in the true sense of the word with its diverse group of residents. The court yard scheme with its second to none gard..." Show more
"John Betts House is a community in the true sense of the word with its diverse group of residents. The court yard scheme with its second to none gardens is an oasis in the 'heart of urban London'. Excellent staff, responsive service and engaging at all levels." Show less
Made by a staff member in 2017
"John Betts House is a community in the true sense of the word with its diverse group of residents. The court yard scheme with its second to none gardens is an oasis in the 'heart of urban London'. Excellent staff, responsive service and engaging at all levels." Show less
Made by a staff member in 2017
National Housing for Older People Awards
in the EAC Housing for Older People Awards 2019.
Category: Retirement housing 37-43 units.
Sponsor: Engie.
Category: Retirement housing 37-43 units.
Sponsor: Engie.
Memberships
The Almshouse Association: The charity that runs this facility is a member of The Almshouse Association which supports and represents independent almshouse charities across the UK
