Paxfold
Paxfold is a low rise, modern-style building that originally opened its doors in 1979. In 2015 it was redeveloped and now the scheme comprises of the 41 bed-sit flats and a further 28 new one bed flats for older people over the age of fifty-five. The scheme includes the provision of new communal facilities including: a new lounge, kitchen, hairdressers, laundry, offices, guest room and a training /meeting room, lifts to all three floors.
Two of the flats are built to full wheelchair standard. The remaining 26 flats are built to Lifetime Homes, which means that the dwellings can be easily adapted for the tenant throughout their lifetime, as the space standards are more generous and can accommodate future mobility requirement such as wheelchair use if needed. The construction is more robust, so grab rails or hoists can be installed if this becomes a future requirement.
The development at Paxfold is Code for Sustainable Homes (CFSH) level four with enhanced ecological and energy efficiency of the buildings, the scheme incorporates high levels of insulation, use of photovoltaic panels on the roof (converting sunlight to electricity), and water saving measures. These measures help to make the building cheaper to run leading to more economical heating and water bills.
The development also includes a woodland area that adjoins the development. Access for residents from Paxfold into the woodland is achieved by an accessible footpath.
HCHA Sheltered Housing what you get:-
- A professional housing service on weekdays
- A link to the emergency helpline out of hours
- Mobility friendly building and gardens
- A safe and friendly place to live
Key features
- large shared garden & woodland walk
- very active social committee
- hairdressing salon for men and women