Doocot View Very Sheltered Housing
Doocot View is a purpose built very sheltered housing complex in a quiet residential area of Banff.
There are 30 self-contained flats on one level and a day care centre.
Each flat has a:
- lounge
- kitchen
- one or two bedrooms
- shower room
There is also a respite flat for respite care or short breaks.
The facilities at Doocot View include:
- a communal lounge
- daily choice of menus for lunch and supper
- a laundry for tenants to use
- an alarm system so tenants can get help in an emergency
- a guest bedroom for friends and family to use when visiting
Care and support is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week based on your individual needs and choice.
A day care service is available on a Monday, Wednesday and Friday for people from the local community. It provides a range of activities which tenants can take part in if they wish. Activities may include, but aren't limited to:
- exercise sessions
- reminiscence
- quizzes
- dominoes
- food tasting sessions
- crafts
- bingo
Doocot View is a joint venture between Aberdeenshire Council and Hanover (Scotland) Housing Association. Aberdeenshire Council manage the day centre and provide the care and support services. Hanover is responsible for flat allocations, rent setting and collection and repairs and maintenance.
Contact
For more information about Doocot View, or to arrange a visit, please contact the service co-ordinator on 01261 455570.
If you wish to apply for sheltered housing please contact Hanover (Scotland) Housing Association directly.