Jill Jenkins Court
Luton,
Bedfordshire Pilgrims Housing Association
Description of Scheme
This development, designed to Ecohomes standards, replaced an ageing and outdated care home on the same site.
Some flats are to be used specifically for clients with dementia and there is a day-care centre attached to the scheme for local older people with dementia.
Where Is It?
The prominent characteristics of the local surrounding area are 1950s council estate - approximately 50% of which is now privately owned through Right to Buy sales.
Key Information
Location
Luton
Local Social Services Authority
Luton Borough Council
Region
Eastern
Year Funded
2007-08
Cost
£9.28m
DH Fund
ECH
Proximity
A GP surgery is located adjacent to the development. Local shops, a pharmacy, a pub and a community centre are located about 100 meters from the scheme.
Luton Town centre is approximately 1 mile away.
Relevant Local Strategy
Future Living Needs for Older Persons sets scene for move from residential homes to independence through extra care.
Review of council owned sheltered stock may result in some schemes progressing towards extra care.
Care Services
Extra Care scheme with 24 hours / 7 days), non-resident management staff and community alarm service.
Facilities
- Lift
- Lounge
- Dining room
- Garden
- Community centre
Key Features
Properties
60 flats. Sizes 1bed, 2bed. Built in 2010.
Tenure
Rent (social landlord).
Plans
Address
Whipperley Ring
Luton
Bedfordshire
LU1 5QY
Scheme Location Map
Partners
Housing Provider
Bedfordshire Pilgrims Housing Association
Architects
Carless & Adams Partnership
Care Provider
Bedfordshire Pilgrims Housing Association
Local Social Services Authority
Luton Borough Council
Developer
Castleoak Care Partnerships Ltd
Contractor
Castleoak Care Partnerships Ltd