Delighted Residents Move into Welshpool’s New Independent Living Apartments
Excited residents have begun to move into Neuadd Maldwyn in Welshpool; an independent living scheme, for over 60s from the local community.
Neuadd Maldwyn, owned by Welsh social housing provider ClwydAlyn, is a new independent living scheme providing high-quality, safe, warm homes for elderly people from the Welshpool area.
The first residents began to move into their homes on Monday 14th April. The new apartments will offer a supportive environment for residents, with the opportunity to live alongside peers and socialise in a community setting. As well as the 66 one-and-two-bedroom modern apartments the scheme features a large restaurant, multi-activity room, landscaped gardens, communal lounge, laundry, buggy store, separate assisted bathroom, and a variety of other communal spaces for the residents to use and enjoy.
What is Independent Living?
Independent living is all about helping people to live well on their own terms, in their own home, with the opportunity to receive a little extra support if or when needed. Neuadd Maldwyn offers 66 fully self-contained apartments, that have been designed to be comfortable, safe and accessible.
Every resident is offered a nutritious warm lunch in the restaurant each day. There are staff available to keep the scheme secure and clean. And many shared spaces at Neuadd Maldwyn can be used by residents either individually or as part of a larger group for activities or get-togethers.
Living at Neuadd Maldwyn allows residents to live independently, whilst having the security that help is close by, should it be necessary.
How do Residents Feel to be Moving into Neuadd Maldwyn?
Jenny was excited to move into one of the new apartments.
"I love my apartment, its perfect and the thing I like best are the lovely people and the homely feel that Neuadd Maldwyn has. It’s the best decision I’ve made.”
Sharon also moved into Neuadd Maldwyn recently.
“When I close my door, and look out of my patio doors, I know I need never have to move again. This is my home.”
“We still have a couple of apartments available for immediate rental here in Welshpool, and we are looking forward to welcoming more new residents throughout April and May.”
“Neuadd Maldwyn is one example of how we are supporting people with care and support needs to live and, as new resident Jenny says, remain independent, with flexible support – not too much or too little, but just right. I’m delighted that this community is now up and running, and I thank all those involved for making it happen.”
“The transformation of this former Grade II listed building has received support through our Integrated Care Fund and Social Housing Grant capital programmes and demonstrates what can be achieved when organisations work together with a shared vision.”
Priority for the available homes has been given to residents from the Powys area, who are aged over 60 with assessed care or support needs. Housing management and ancillary services are provided by ClwydAlyn, whilst Powys County Council is responsible for the provision of on-site domiciliary care.
The one-and-two-bedroom apartments, located in the centre of Welshpool, were built by Anwyl Partnerships on behalf of ClwydAlyn, along with Powys County Council, supported by Welsh Government and Powys Teaching Health Board.
There is still time for potential residents to apply to the scheme; with some one- and two-bedroom apartments available for rental.
To find out more about Neuadd Maldwyn, visit: www.clwydalyn.co.uk/neuadd-maldwyn/ or to register interest in the scheme, call 0800 183 5757 or email: help@clwydalyn.co.uk
