St Oswald Court
St Oswald, Hemsworth, Pontefract, West Yorkshire, WF9 4AR
St Oswald, Hemsworth, Pontefract, West Yorkshire, WF9 4AR
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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
"St. Oswald Court is a welcoming supportive community located close to local shops, and services, in the small town of Hemsworth, between Pontefract, Barnsley and Wakefield. A very convenient bus inter..." Show more "St. Oswald Court is a welcoming supportive community located close to local shops, and services, in the small town of Hemsworth, between Pontefract, Barnsley and Wakefield. A very convenient bus interchange gives huge possibilities for local touring to all local towns, including Pontefract, Doncaster, Barnsley, Wakefield and beyond. Useful local amenities for residents include a 24 hour supermarket, two doctors surgeries and a community centre.There are 25 flats on two floors, served by a lift. Great features for busy and independent residents include pleasant gardens, recently re-decorated residents’ lounge with kitchen, a laundry room and overnight guest room for visitors.
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)
24 flats. Built in 1973. Sizes 1 bedroom.
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 20 yards; shop 15 yards; post office 30 yards; town centre 50 yards; GP 50 yards; social centre 50 yards.
Frequent Social activities include: coffee mornings, lunch club/meals, social events, outings or trips, organised by manager. New residents accepted from 55 years of age. Both cats & dogs generally accepted, but not to be replaced.
Housing Authority: Wakefield
Social Care Authority: Wakefield
Info updated: 02/04/2009
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Availability
Housing 21 welcomes enquiries for future vacancies in this Court.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.