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Aims of the service
Teviot Court is a Sheltered Housing Development that provides accessible
housing with additional features and support to enable older people to
live independently and enjoy a good quality of life in the community.
If offers a warm, friendly atmosphere and a safe, secure setting suitable
for older people. During the day staff provide general support, help with
housing issues and assistance in an emergency.
What facilities and services are available?
There are 44 self contained flats
on five floors with a lift provided. All flats have electric central heating.
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21 single
person flats
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23 one bedroom two person
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The following services are provided:
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The non-resident co-ordinator leads a small staff team providing support
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BorderCare 24 hour community
alarm
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Entryphone system
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Communal lounge
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Communal laundry
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Shower room with bathing
aids
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Overnight guest rooms with
en-suite facilities
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Maintenance and cleaning
of communal areas
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External window cleaning
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Grounds maintenance
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Optional lunch services - Monday to Friday
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These services/facilities (other than use of
the guest rooms and lunch) are provided within the overall rent and service charges.
Eildon Care and Support does not offer nursing or personal
care to tenants at Teviot Court. Where care is needed, staff will help tenants
to access this through the Health Service or Social
Work.
Who can apply
Older people who would benefit from this type of housing and support
can apply. Applications should be made on Eildon Housing’s Application
Form. Allocations will be made in line with Eildon Housing’s Allocation
Policy.
What is it likely to cost?
Tenants pay rent and service charges to Eildon for their accommodation
and related services.
Eildon Housing’s rental policy aims to keep the rent and service
charges affordable.
Approximate inclusive charges for
rent and services from April 2008
| Single person,
one bedroom flat |
£59 per
week |
| Two person,
one bedroom flat |
£65 per
week |
The housing support service provided by staff at
the development and the Bordercare alarm service are funded by
Scottish Borders Council. Tenants may have to pay a Supporting
People charge (up to £18.72 per week from April 2008),
depending on financial circumstances.
All tenants are responsible for their own electricity and Council Tax Charges.
Individuals may be entitled to Housing Benefit, Income Support and other benefits. Our Welfare Benefits Officer will be happy to help if you are concerned about being able to afford the charges.
How to obtain more information
Please contact one of our area offices
for more information:
125 High Street
Galashiels
TD1 1RZ
Tel 01896 755700 |
9A Bridgegate Court
Peebles
EH45 8RZ
Tel 01721 729500 |
We welcome and encourage prospective tenants to visit the property and meet the staff and other tenants.
For more information on how to contact Eildon, please click here.
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