FOCUS ON OUR COMMUNITIES Events for older people - 2019 in review
Isleden House
Harman Close (on Avondale Square Estate)
City of London & Gresham Almshouses
The City has three sheltered housing schemes across three boroughs providing 131 homes for older residents.
In February we enjoyed a joint Valentines fish and chip lunch at Isleden House with guests from Harman Close and the Almshouses
During the summer we appreciated warm days in the garden watching our neighbours grow vegetables and fruits for us to enjoy
We had a day trip to Brighton, relished the fresh sea air, had a paddle in the sea and a seafood lunch
We held regular stay and play sessions with a local children’s group, pretending to be young again, enjoying a story and a pretend cuppa
In October we held a Halloween quiz night where we enjoyed darts, a pint or three, and a buffet of Spooktacular food
In December, each estate will have a festive lunch or party, important to residents who enjoy spending a special day together
If you are over 66 years old and interested in moving into sheltered accommodation we have two schemes: Isleden House in Islington and Harman Close in Southwark. All properties are self-contained so you would maintain your privacy but there is a scheme manager on site during office hours to offer support if needed. If you are a City of London tenant currently living in a two bedroom property or larger you may also be eligible for a shift payment for downsizing. If you are interested in the City of London Almshouses in Lambeth, similar age criteria apply but in addition your annual income must be lower than ÂŁ17,000. You can see some information about our housing for older people on: https://www.cityoflondon.gov.uk/services/housing/older-people-housing
For more information on our sheltered housing schemes, please contact the Housing Needs Team on hadvice@cityoflondon.gov.uk
or
0207 332 1237 / 1654 / 3452
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