Parsons Green sheltered housing scheme

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Size

• 12 Single bedroom bungalows
• 12 Double bedroom bungalows
• 1 Guestroom (twin ensuite). All accommodation on one level, though scheme is situated on a slope. Ramps are in place not steps.

Nearest town

• Salisbury = 13 miles

Age

• Built in 1966

Facilities within scheme

• Common Room
• Laundry
• Kitchen

Visiting amenities

• Milkman
• Wiltshire Farm Foods - deliver upon request
• Mobile Library - fortnightly on Friday
• Link Scheme - voluntary transport for the elderly

Utilities

• Oil for heating and hot water / Electric for cooking.

Garden

• The scheme is on a slope with ramps accessing all bungalows, therefore most of the garden is laid to lawn. All residents have their own garden, of which most are planted with lots of flowers.

Parking

• Private parking available for residents and visitors.

Location

• The scheme is situated in a quiet cul-de-sac within a rural village setting.

Recreational activities

• Coffee Morning - every Wednesday
• Over 60's Group - fortnightly on a Tuesday, often play cards
• Day Centre - every Thursday in village hall, collect and return residents. Also organise a trip once a year.
• Lots of activities within the village e.g. W.I.
• Mother's Union - have a meeting once a month at the scheme
• Woman's Own - meet once a month at scheme, includes church service

Closest amenities

• Shops - local Londis, will deliver, as will the Post Office who also do banking / otherwise 5-7 minute walk for residents.
• Bus Stop - just outside scheme. There are regular buses into Salisbury, which is 10 miles away, with its market on Tuesday and Saturday, many shops and leisure facilities, a mainline railway station and National Coach station. There is a park and ride station in Wilton providing a frequent service in Salisbury - bus passes can be used.
• Churches - 3 within Shrewton, all within walking distance. The local Anglican Church is St Mary's, and there is also a methodist chapel.
• Doctors - 2 surgery's, 5-7 minutes walk
• Dentist - Amesbury Health Centre, will come out upon request.
• Pubs - plenty, including the social club, within walking distance
• Leisure Facilities - Amesbury or Salisbury

Residents' views

• 'I've lived in Shrewton all my life and this has been the best move I have ever made, especially healthwise.'
• 'Sheltered housing is perfect and gives you peace of mind, knowing you have that extra bit of security surrounding you, which you would not have in private housing.'

Location

Last updated: 18 October 2010