The accommodation consists of 37 one bedroom and 2 two bedroom self-contained flats with walk-in showers. The scheme benefits from a well sized attractive communal lounge, kitchen, treatment room, three assisted communal bathrooms and one assisted communal shower room. It also offers a guest room for visitors, an area to park mobility scooters and a garden. The scheme is a stones throw away from Lea Bridge Road which is well served by London Transport Services including bus routes to Chingford Mount, Walthamstow and Central London. The scheme is also close by to Leyton Shopping Centre and other local shops and amenities.
The main aim of the scheme is to promote independent living with an additional care package as and when required. The scheme offers good quality homes for life and tenancies are let on an assured basis. Albany Court also benefits from the Rainbow Project which currently provides regular exercise classes, and an activity group run by the Social Services Dementia Support Team.
The scheme has been specifically designed for adults aged 55 years plus who require support to live independently in their own homes. The scheme is not able to consider people with a history of violence arson or alcohol and or substance abuse. The Trust's policy on the Eligibility Criteria and Needs Assessment Process is available on request. Copies can be obtained by contacting the Housing Management Team, London & Quadrant Supported Living, Wentworth House, 350 Eastern Avenue, IG2 6NN or Tel: 0208 532 4060
The scheme is looked after by a Sheltered Housing Support Worker who will co-ordinate the day-to-day support needs and the well-being of all residents.
The scheme is also supported by the Housing Management Team who ensure the delivery of an efficient housing management service.
Referrals to the scheme are taken from the local authority's housing register only. For further information please contact: Waltham Forest Community Services Housing Department, Willow House, 869 Forest Road, E17 4UH.
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