Construction work at North Wales Housing’s £8.35 million older person’s extra care housing scheme ‘Cae Garnedd’ in Bangor is now complete and residents started to move into their new home in December 2014.
‘Cae Garnedd’ is an older person’s extra care scheme developed in partnership between North Wales Housing and Gwynedd Council. The extra care scheme is the first of its kind for Bangor and offers an alternative way of living for older people, providing independent living supported by care and support.
The scheme includes 15 high specified one and 27 two-bedroom apartments, each containing its own kitchen, living area and bathroom. Residents are able to utilise as much or as little of the communal facilities available which include rest, leisure and activity areas, as well as a central catered dining area. Twenty four hour care is available and is determined by the needs of every individual for whom a care plan can be adapted as their needs change.
Paul Diggory, Chief Executive of North Wales Housing said:
“This is the first extra care scheme in Bangor and provides an important alternative for older members of our community when considering their housing options. We’re incredibly proud to be able to bring this scheme to the city.
For many older people, living opportunities can be considered at very opposing ends of the spectrum from full independent living to residential or nursing care. Extra Care bridges this gap and offers people a choice to retain their independent living with support and care when needed.”
Paul adds:
“The building itself is set in an excellent position within the city, offering easy access to key destinations and attractions within the city.”
Councillor Gareth Roberts, Gwynedd Council’s Cabinet Member for Care, said:
“As a Council, we are delighted to see residents moving into the extra care housing facility at Cae Garnedd. This partnership between Gwynedd Council and North Wales Housing will allow people to continue to live independently in a safe and homely community with flexible care services.”
“The older population in Gwynedd is set to increase over the coming years and we must prepare now for the demands which will inevitably be placed on our services, and be able to give people a choice of how and where they want to live.”
“Developments like Cae Garnedd allow older people the freedom to live independently in their own home with the peace of mind that support is available when needed.”
You can find out more about Cae Garnedd here . If you would like to find out more or arrange a visit you can contact Scheme Manager Carwyn George on [email protected] or call 01492 563287.
