Catherine Baird Court

Retirement housing
36 Balham High Road, Balham, London, SW12 9AH
36 Balham High Road, Balham, London, SW12 9AH

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Manager's Description

"Catherine Baird Court is sheltered accommodation for the elderly in Balham, London. It comprises 4 floors, containing 24 flats. There are 2 wheelchair accessible flats and a mixture of flats suitable ..." Show more "Catherine Baird Court is sheltered accommodation for the elderly in Balham, London. It comprises 4 floors, containing 24 flats. There are 2 wheelchair accessible flats and a mixture of flats suitable for single people or couples. Each flat comprises a lounge, bedroom, purpose built shower room and kitchen. Residents are supported by the Scheme Manager who works 32.5 hours per week, and there is a Careline service for out of hours emergencies. The Housing Officer also visits the scheme regularly to offer Housing Management support to residents." Show less

Main Facts

Retirement housing
Tenure(s): Rent (social landlord)
24 flats. Built in 1988. Sizes 1 bedroom. Includes mobility and wheelchair standard properties.
Visiting management staff (Careline service out of hours, and the Housing Officer visits), Non-resident management staff (part time) and Careline alarm service
Lift, Lounge, Laundry, Guest facilities, Garden, Library, kitchen
Whole site accessible by wheelchair. Access to site easy. Distances: bus stop 1 yards; shop 1 yards; post office 0.25 mile(s); town centre 0.5 mile(s).
Regular Social activities include: quiz nights, crafts, exercise group, and library, organised by Residents and Scheme Manager. New residents accepted from 55 years of age.
Housing Authority: Wandsworth
Social Care Authority: Wandsworth

Info updated: 03/06/2013
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