Moorlands Court
Northolt,
Hanover
Description of Scheme
It was built on the site of a hard to let Sheltered Housing Scheme. After exhaustive search the Council could not identify a better site and the decision was therefore taken to close down this scheme and develop the site for Extra Care.
A Government Grant was obtained to upgrade the level of renewable energy from water and sunlight that is used in the central heating system.
There are 17 flats for frail older people, 13 for older people who have a dementia and 5 for older people who have a learning disability.
Approximately 25 older people living outside the scheme attend the visiting hairdresser; Visitors to the scheme can have a meal (at a small cost); and Older Adults living in the community are invited to participate in activities and social events.
Where Is It?
the prominent characteristics of the local surrounding area are 1960's Balham built housing estate. Part of the land was later transferred to the Council for Social Housing. Mixed tenure. Surrounding area also developed in 1960's onwards. West London Academy (Specialist Sports Facilities) developed 10 years ago and at the heart of the development.
Distance from town centre: 2 miles
Residents Information
"Moorlands is a nice place to live. We are offered outings to theatres, museums, cinemas etc. Support workers will help us with any paperwork we are unsure of. Meetings are arranged where we can discuss menus with the chef and are informed of any activities taking place."
Key Information
Location
Northolt
Local Social Services Authority
Ealing
Region
National, London
Year Funded
2005-06
Cost
£4.8m
DH Fund
ECH
EAC Quality of Information Mark
Yes
