Bramble Court
Brampton,
Impact Housing Association Ltd
Description of Scheme
This Extra Care Housing Scheme can cater for those with dementia, other learning disabilities and other care needs.
The building is traditional brick and block with concrete floors built to dementia friendly standards using the HAPPI criteria for all finishes.
All flats are equipped with a full telecare system for 24 hour responsive care to support independent living.
There is a biomass central heating system for the scheme, helping it to remain sustainable.
Where Is It?
This scheme is located on a brownfield site, that was originally the old school for the town, but latterly used as a community centre for the local community in a rural town.
Part of the community centre was demolished to build the new development, which is in keeping with the local surroundings.
Key Information
Location
Brampton
Local Social Services Authority
Cumbria County Council and Carlisle City Council
Region
North West
Cost
Total: £5,185,324 Grant: £1,216,000
DH Fund
CASSH 1
Proximity
The local shops, GP and pharmacy are within walking distance.
If people are unable to walk the distance, all amenities have a delivery service or the care team are happy to collect items.
The link corridor is being constructed between the scheme and the community centre, for wider opportunities.
Relevant Local Strategy
Care Services
All flats are equipped with a full telecare system for 24 hour responsive care to support independent living. There is a 24 hour care team on-site.
Facilities
The scheme has a communal lounge which also incorporates a mini kitchen for making drinks and a dining area for communal events such as “fish & chips night”.
There is a hairdresser salon, and the hairdresser also visits people in their homes if required.
A link corridor is being constructed to link the scheme to the refurbished community centre, giving access to the wider community, a café for meals and social events, classes for tenants to attend, talks and other events.
A meal delivery service is available from the community centre and shops that deliver.
Key Features
Properties
2 1 Bed Apartments
36 2 Bed Apartments
Tenure
Social rent
Address
Union Lane
Brampton
CA8 1BD
Scheme Location Map
Partners
Housing Provider
Impact Housing Association Ltd
Architects
Unwin Jones Partnership, Carlisle
Care Provider
Imagine Independence
Local Social Services Authority
Cumbria County Council and Carlisle City Council
Developer
Impact Housing Association Ltd
Contractor
Thomas Armstrong (construction) Ltd, Flimby, Cumbria