Alexandra Court
31 South Parade, Southsea, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO4 0TB
31 South Parade, Southsea, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO4 0TB
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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
"Alexandra court has a total of 39 flats, 19 of these are one bedroom properties for up to two people, the other 20 are studio one person properties. Located on the sea front at Southsea, the court is ..." Show more "Alexandra court has a total of 39 flats, 19 of these are one bedroom properties for up to two people, the other 20 are studio one person properties. Located on the sea front at Southsea, the court is a popular court with excellent transport links to Portsmouth. Built over 4 levels with the top level providing a viewing area, the court benefits from a day centre, regular social activities and a day centre. The court has a pleasant communal lounge, laundry room and guest room. There is a 24 hour emergency call system and door entry system for your security.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)
40 flats. Built in 1982 and renovated in 2015. Sizes studio, 1 bedroom, 2 bedroom.
Visiting management staff, Non-resident management staff and Careline alarm service
Lift, Lounge, Laundry, Guest facilities, Garden, Community centre, Activities room
Access to site easy, but less so for less mobile people. Distances: bus stop 25 yards; shop 50 yards; post office 50 yards; town centre 3 mile(s); GP 50 yards.
Weekly Social activities include: coffee mornings, bingo, social events, arts and crafts, hairdresser, alternative therapies, daycentre, outings or trips, shop/stall, organised by residents. New residents accepted from 62 years of age. Both cats & dogs generally accepted, but not to be replaced.
Housing Authority: Portsmouth
Social Care Authority: Portsmouth
Info updated: 07/08/2019
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Availability
The waiting list for this court is only open to applications for studio properties.Comments made in nominations for the EAC National Housing for Older People Awards
"A happy friendly place to live. Building and community areas kept to a very high standard. "
Made by a resident in 2019
Made by a resident in 2019
"I had a good idea of sheltered housing as I had been a manager in a court owned by the local authorities before I myself retired. I accepted the offer..." Show more
"I had a good idea of sheltered housing as I had been a manager in a court owned by the local authorities before I myself retired. I accepted the offer to live in Alexandra Court, have never looked back, I really love living here." Show less
Made by a resident in 2019
"I had a good idea of sheltered housing as I had been a manager in a court owned by the local authorities before I myself retired. I accepted the offer to live in Alexandra Court, have never looked back, I really love living here." Show less
Made by a resident in 2019
"I am a widow and the court makes me feel safe and secure. Our court manager A Crumplin is wonderful and I have made friends since living here. I help ..." Show more
"I am a widow and the court makes me feel safe and secure. Our court manager A Crumplin is wonderful and I have made friends since living here. I help look after the garden and help whenever its asked for. I am so happy here" Show less
Made by a resident in 2019
"I am a widow and the court makes me feel safe and secure. Our court manager A Crumplin is wonderful and I have made friends since living here. I help look after the garden and help whenever its asked for. I am so happy here" Show less
Made by a resident in 2019
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.