Scheme Manager - Mrs J Bell,
7 Windsor Court, Darlington DL3 9HF
Telephone 01325 482925
Email Housing@darlington.gov.uk
Lifeline
The Council offer a 24 hour, 7 day a week call service 365 days per year. Each flat has a Lifeline call system installed, which is linked, directly to the Scheme Manager's office or to Darlington's control centre when the Manager is off duty. Should you require help either the Manager or the Emergency Response Officers will attend.
What Does the Scheme Manager Do?
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Your Scheme Manager will contact you daily Monday to Friday (excluding Bank Holidays) visit you in your home, ensure you are familiar with the building, the communal facilities, services available and how to use them
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Help to organise social, leisure and health activities within the scheme for those who choose to take part, helping you to maintain an active and independent life
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Ensure the property is well maintained and that you know how to make best use of the equipment provided such as heating, intercom and door entry systems
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With your permission liaise with family networks, statutory, voluntary and private agencies to ensure your needs are met
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Treat you with courtesy, honesty, equality and fairness. Listen and respect your confidentiality
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Co-ordinate and give advice, though not directly provide services, such as shopping, cleaning, cooking, personal and nursing care.
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Be easily identifiable by wearing a uniform
Management Officer
Carol Warnock - Tel: 01325 388542
Town Hall, Darlington DL1 5QT
What Does the Management Officer Do?
A Management Officer deals with the letting and management of council houses and garages. This covers such matters as repair and maintenance, adaptation, improvements and rent. Working in close liaison and partnership with residents, members and other sections and departments of the Council together with voluntary groups and other organisations.
Location
Windsor Court is situated on Newton Lane, Darlington between the Branksome and Cockerton areas.
Download a map showing Windsor Court - pdf document
Cockerton West Ward
Information on your Local Ward Councillors
What Does Windsor Court Have to Offer?
32 one bedroom self-contained ground floor and first floor flats
Amenities:
- Living Room
- Fully Fitted Kitchen
- Bathroom
- Gas Central Heating
- Electric Fire
- Double Glazing
- All properties are safe and secure
- Secure Entry system
- Laundry
- Guest room with twin beds
- Library
- Communal Shower Room
Windsor Court has a large communal lounge with kitchen facilities.
Heating and Water
The cost of heating and water rates are included in the rent.
Social Activities at Windsor Court include:
Local Facilities
There are many local facilities nearby including:
- Doctors Surgery and Chemist
- Shops and Supermarkets
- Post Office
- Cafe
- Take away food outlets including Fish and Chip Shop
- Off-licence
- Betting Office/Public Houses and working Mens Club
To find and register with a doctor or access any other NHS Service
To find and register with a dentist or access any other NHS Service
Refuse Collection
Information on Refuse and Recycling Collection
Public Transport
Regular bus services Nos 25 and 25a operate approximately every ten minutes from outside Windsor Court to Cockerton Village and Darlington Town Centre.
Information of local transport services in Darlington.
Local Places of Worship
Local Places of Worship - pdf document
How Much Does it Cost?
The rent is approximately £74.00 per week, this includes water rates and service charges. You may qualify for housing benefit and supporting people grant.
How to Apply?
If you are interested in this or any other scheme please complete a housing application form or contact your local housing office.
Housing Application form - pdf document
Supplementary Housing Application form for Disabled People pdf document
Housing Options with Other Landlords - pdf document
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Housing Services Vision: To provide everyone with an opportunity to live in a decent home with appropriate high quality services that promotes independent living.