Springfield Road, Grantham

Springfield Road, Grantham - 'Housing with Extra Care'

Working in partnership with South Kesteven District Council and Funded by the Housing Corporation (2.9 million), Springfield Road will be particularly relevant to those who require more specialised amenities and greater support than is usually available in retirement accommodation. Springfield Road will be for older people who still value independent living but want additional security and support.

To be completed June 2010, Springfield Road will comprise of 48 two bedroom self contained flats with the support of a wide range of communal facilities.

Built to a high design specification, each flat will provide tenants with wheelchair accessibility, level access shower, wash hand basin and W.C, two bedrooms accommodating double and single beds, fully fitted kitchen including oven and hob, 24 hour alarm call system and access to cable television and the internet.

Communal facilities include a hair salon, laundrette, assited bathrooms, restaurant, lounge, seating areas, coffee bar and mobility scooter storage. Office space is provided for a 24 hour care team responding to the assessed care needs of each tenant.

A Scheme Manager will be available to assist tenants, address emergencies, encourage social activities, report and monitor repairs and maintenance work and ensure that the accommodation and services remain at the highest possible standard.

We are committed to ensure that Springfield Road will provide a Quality of Care and a High Standard of accomodation. In order to achieve this, we will be recruiting staff. An open evening to hear of opportunities will be held within Grantham during March 2010. Further details to be announced in the local press.

For further information please contact our Chief Executive, Nick Chambers
Tel: 01522 514444 or Email: nchambers@lacehousing.org