Charles Busby Court

Retirement housing
Bentley Close, RBL Village, Aylesford, Kent, ME20 7SG
Bentley Close, RBL Village, Aylesford, Kent, ME20 7SG

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Managed by
Housing 21
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

"Charles Busby has a total of 40 properties, 20 of these are one bedroom properties for up to 2 people, 20 are single person studios. The court is situated in the very popular Royal British Legion Vill..." Show more "Charles Busby has a total of 40 properties, 20 of these are one bedroom properties for up to 2 people, 20 are single person studios. The court is situated in the very popular Royal British Legion Village and is surrounded by attractive gardens. Local amenities are close by, and there is a pleasant communal lounge, laundry room and guest room. In addition there is a 24 hour emergency call system and door entry system for your security. The Royal British Legion Village has a very pro-active community warden and residents are welcome to participate in social activities at any of the three Housing 21 courts situated there.

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 1977 and renovated in 2023. Sizes studio, 1 bedroom. Includes mobility and wheelchair standard properties.
Non-resident management staff and Careline alarm service
Lounge, Laundry, Guest facilities, Garden
Access to site easy, but less so for less mobile people. Distances: bus stop 0.5 mile(s); shop 0.5 mile(s); post office 1 mile(s); town centre 3 mile(s); GP 12 yards; social centre 3 mile(s).
Weekly Social activities include: coffee mornings, lunch club/meals, exercise/fitness class, bingo, social events, hairdresser, outings, organised by residents. Both cats & dogs generally accepted (subject to Housing & Care 21's pets policy).
Housing Authority: Tonbridge & Malling
Social Care Authority: Kent

Info updated: 22/02/2024
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Availability

Housing 21 welcomes enquiries for future vacancies in this Court.
Managed by
Housing 21
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.

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