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Wharfedale View is close to shops If you are on a low income or in receipt of a benefit you and services in the centre of Yeadon. may be entitled to extra help to pay the staff cost and Wharfedale View Some apartments have rural views over service charge and we can assist you to make a claim, which includes filling in the forms and providing any Wharfedale, while others overlook the supporting information. bustling street leading to the town In the heart of Yeadon, Wharfedale View is carefully designed housing centre. Depending on individual needs, you will be able to especially for older people. purchase additional care and support as identified in your care plan from a care provider. Feeling safe The one and two bedroomed apartments There is a welcoming entrance lobby A limited number of charging points are available in a secure mobility scooter store with direct access outside are available for rent with the main door being kept secure for a small annual fee. and shared ownership. at night. Access for visitors to areas beyond the communal space is ‘Help to Buy’ (Dane Housing Ltd) have been appointed restricted and a door entry system by the Government to guide prospective Shared Owners means you can see and speak to visitors through the options available and explain the eligibility before opening the front door from the and affordability criteria. comfort of your own home. They can be contacted on 0300 790 0570 or by email to [email protected] Further information Care and support services can be found at www.helptobuyagent1.org.uk Experienced care staff are able to respond 24 hours a day via our call system installed in each apartment. Want to know more? Members of the Housing Leeds team are on hand to manage the communal If you are interested in talking facilities and ensure everything is fine to someone about renting or with your apartment. buying at Wharfedale View please contact wharfedale. They are also available to help with [email protected] activities and day-to-day support. or phone 0113 3789439 to Personal care plans are developed take the next step. in consultation with you, your care provider and Adult Social Care and will Wharfedale View be regularly reviewed. Living in your Silver Lane Yeadon own home, your care package can be Leeds adjusted as your care and support West Yorkshire needs change. LS19 7FA

(If using satellite navigation, please use LS19 7NX) Shared Ownership information Extra care at Wharfedale View The cost of living at Wharfedale View

Leeds City Council has developed Wharfedale View as Owning (Shared Ownership). extra care apartments so older people can get the care Each apartment will be individually valued when it becomes available. they prefer in their own home. By living in one of our innovative extra care apartments you can keep your Older People’s Shared Ownership is a Government funded scheme that allows you independence and choose how want to be supported as to buy up to a 75% share in a new home. The remaining 25% share is retained by you grow older. Leeds City Council. You can purchase up to a 75% share of the market value of your apartment and pay rent on the remaining share. For example, if you purchase Our experience of providing homes for older people a 25% share you would pay rent on the remaining 75% share. However, if you means we know that feeling safe and secure at home choose to buy a 75% share of your apartment you would not pay any rent. is important, as is being able to maintain interests and hobbies. At Wharfedale View you can stay as active as You will be required to complete a Shared Ownership Affordability Assessment. This will help calculate what percentage stake is affordable to you. ‘Help to Buy’ you like and have the reassurance of support provided will guide you through the process (contact details can be found on the back page). by our 24 hour care and support team. Whatever stake you buy you would be responsible for arranging and paying for any repairs within your flat. You may also pay a mortgage on the share of the property you have purchased.

Other charges:

n n Your Home at Wharfedale View Core Care cost: Service charge: A care provider will be available on site 24 hours a day, 7 A charge for all residents that includes: Each spacious, bright apartment is flexibly designed to days a week, 365 days a year. The care provider will be • Communal area gas, electricity and water costs. meet your needs today and in the future. Both one and available to respond to emergencies but to also provide • Cleaning of communal areas. two bedroomed apartments have generous living space, planned additional support such as assistance to get up • Grounds maintenance. a modern kitchen and a bathroom with a level access on a morning, assist with personal care/washing/bathing, • External window cleaning and internal window and administration of medicine for an additional charge. shower. Apartments with a fully adjustable kitchen for cleaning of communal areas. • Communal area TV licence. wheelchair users are also on offer. All apartments can n Housing Leeds support cost: • Buildings insurance (you will need to organise your have wifi, satellite and Freeview TV. Housing Officers will be on site Monday to Friday 8.30am own contents insurance). to 5pm. They offer housing related support, deal with • Costs associated with maintaining the communal areas. Living at Wharfedale View tenancy management issues, ensure building and such as: fire alarms, entry phone system and emergency grounds are looked after and help facilitate activities. light repairs, electrical inspections and gas servicing. Extra care living gives you a chance to join in with social events and activities. Wharfedale View has a n Future Maintenance Fund: relaxing ground floor lounge opening onto an enclosed A Fund where Shared Owners pay a regular contribution landscaped garden, a restaurant with dining room and a towards any large cost communal/capital improvements spa area with hairdressing and beauty therapy. You can such as lifts, boilers, assisted bathroom equipment, entertain family and friends in your own home or dine communal furniture and floor coverings. in the restaurant. A well-equipped visitor’s suite can be booked for a small charge by family and friends wanting You are also responsible for council tax and utility bills for your apartment. to stay longer than a day. For current charges please contact the team on 0113 3789439.