Retirement housing
Retirement housing provides accommodation for people aged 60 or older. Residents must be able to live independently. The accommodation is designed so that each resident can retain their independence and freedom.
All available sheltered accommodation in the district is advertised through Herts Choice Homes. Applicants can 'bid' for properties using the Choice Based Letting system.
The accommodation
Our retirement housing consists of one bedroom or studio flats, all of which are self contained. The kitchens and bathroom have been designed with older people in mind. We provide an electric cooker and refrigerator if required. Central Heating and hot water are supplied from a communal boiler for which a small weekly charge is payable.
Every flat contains an alarm system to summon help in an emergency. There is also a controlled door entry and fire alarm system fitted for added safety.
Central facilities
The following range of facilities can be found in our retirement housing:-
Lounge - this is spacious and comfortable and gives an opportunity for tenants to meet and take part in social events should they wish to do so.
Laundry Facilities - an automatic washing machine is provided. Some schemes also have a tumble dryer. Most schemes also have provision for outside drying.
Guest Room - this is available for tenants relatives and friends. A small charge is made per night.
The Housing Support Officer
The Housing Support Officer visits tenants each working day. They are there to offer support and advice, and a response should you need help in an emergency.
They are also responsible for monitoring the cleaning of the communal areas and for overseeing the security of the scheme.
The Housing Support Officer may also assist residents to arrange social activities and outings.
Special needs
The warden will assist a resident who requires extra help or support by liasing with the outside agencies e.g. social services, as necessary.
St Albans District Council has a number of sheltered schemes across the District:
Betty Entwistle House
Holyrood Crescent
St Albans
Herts
01727 830664
Cyril Dumpleton House
Haseldine Road
London Colney
Herts
01727 825809
Thomas Sparrow House
Brewhouse Hill
Wheathampstead
Herts
01582 832963
Victor Smith Court
Hunters Ride
Bricket Wood
Herts
01923 679974
Gertrude Peake Place
High Street
Redbourn
Herts
01582 729015
Wavell House
Cell Barnes Lane
St Albans
Herts
01727 861666
Mereden Court
Tavistock Avenue
St Albans
Herts
01727 869888
Date of last review: 21 June 2010