Buchanan Green is a new Retirement Living Scheme at Parson Cross. It’s for people over 60 who want to live independently but may need care and support and the reassurance of onsite staff 24/7. There are 140 properties consisting of:

• 122 modern, accessible, 1 and 2 bedroom  apartments
• 6 apartments which can be easily adapted for people who use a wheelchair
• 18 Bungalows.

All the properties have:

• modern fitted kitchens and accessible shower rooms
• door entry system
• 24hr emergency care alarm system.
  

The scheme has the following facilities:

• private residents lounge and landscaped gardens
• communal laundry facilities
• guest flat
• scooter storage
• public Wi-Fi in communal areas
• communal activities space which is also available for hire for special events
• café which is also open to the public.

And pets are allowed!

There are also:

• one care provider on site for those who have an assessed care need
• dedicated housing staff to provide housing management and support
• caretaking services to keep communal areas clean and safe
• health and wellbeing services delivered in partnership with other organisations
• out of hours concierge service.

The 1 bed apartments are £214.72 per week. The 2 bed apartments are £229.60 per week and bungalows are £224.70 per week (this does not include costs of care). If you’re on a low income you are likely to receive help towards the costs of paying your rent.

A proportion of properties are allocated to people with an assessed care need.

For further information about Buchanan Green please contact the Older Persons Independent Living Service:

Call: 0114 293 0000.

Email: homesareasheltered@sheffield.gov.uk.