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new lease of life for willows properties to support independent living
The modernisation of mental health services in North East Lincolnshire will take another step forward when a derelict former sheltered scheme on Grimsby’s Willows estate is transformed into individual housing accommodation for people with mental health needs.
Shoreline owned Berrett House, which has stood empty for the last three years has been a target for vandalism and anti-social behaviour.
Now, we will carry out nearly half a million pounds of refurbishment to the empty property before leasing it to North East Lincolnshire Care Trust Plus (CTP) for the next 15 years.
The Care Trust Plus will use the building to provide supported accommodation for people experiencing mental health problems.
The refurbishment will provide;
- office space
- communal areas
- six first floor bedsits
- six ground floor one-bedroom flats.
Once the scheme is up and running, the Care Trust Plus team will work with Berrett House residents who may have a variety of mental health needs.
The innovative programme will limit the impact on the individual and the community by enabling people with mental health needs to receive necessary care and support so they can lead an independent life within the neighbourhood.
People experiencing mental health problems needing some support to be independent, will live in bedsit and communal accommodation on the first floor of the property while receiving the appropriate support and advice they need.
Only when both the CTP and the resident are happy will they move to one of six one-bedroom flats on the ground floor and become a Shoreline tenant.
After an agreed period of time, tenants will also have the opportunity to move into other Shoreline properties across the borough where they can continue to receive support if necessary.
“We’re excited by this scheme because not only are we reducing the number of empty properties and improving the physical environment of the Willows which will have such a positive impact on local residents but we are changing the lives of those taking part.
“Most people have stereotypical perceptions of mental health issues and do not realise how common mental health problems actually are. In fact, it is estimated that one in four of us will experience problems at some point in our lives.
This new service will provide a much needed resource for local people. It enables better quality care to be provided in a homely environment.
“This scheme gives us a real opportunity to get to know prospective tenants and plan move-on accommodation for people who want to stay in the area, sustain their tenancy and contribute to the community.”
neighbourhood investment officer
Mel Beacock
We have worked closely with a steering group of representatives from the Willows Action Group, local Councillors and residents from Freshney Forward and the Willows Tenant and Resident Association to alleviate concerns and answer questions.
The steering group of representatives have also undertaken mental health training to increase their awareness.
Three public consultation events have already been held to ensure residents are kept involved and plans are in place for a resident open day once the refurbishment is complete.
Work on the refurbishment programme will begin in September and plans are already in place to involve the local community and school in renaming the newly refurbished building.
If you have any questions, concerns or you would like to find out more about the redevelopment, please contact us.
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