Project

Collaboration & Safety

at Project Galmington

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    Key Stakeholders

    Somerset County Council logoInclusion Housing logo

    Summary

    We adapted and refurbished an existing two bed property for a resident who has learning disabilities and requires 24 hour support. Hence, this project had important safety and wellness requirements which it needed to deliver.

    It was imperative to us that the family and resident were (and always are) put first with regular communication. This ensured every need and concern was addressed as the journey of the project evolved.

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    The works included

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    Reinforced and sound attenuated interior walls.
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    Upgraded fire resistance, fire doors and new fire detection and alarm installation to protect and discourage the resident from damaging the building fabric and to comply with the fire regulations.
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    New door control entry system connected to the fire alarm to ensure the safety and security of the resident and to facilitate the support worker’s role.
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    A new kitchen designed for safety and ease of use: induction hob, lockable cupboards and new appliances.
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    New wet room and sanitaryware installations, plumbing and anti-scald taps/shower provide a safe, functional bathroom with minimum maintenance requirements.
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    Support Staff room containing building controls allow for 24/7 care, support and comfortable accommodation for support workers.
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    Fast internet connection installed into bedrooms to allow streaming media into the bedrooms.
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    Creation of a safe and secluded garden space to provide a secure outside living and dining space.
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    Improvement on EPC rating to decrease the long term maintenance costs and lower the carbon footprint of the building.

    Testimonials

    "A huge thank you to all who were involved to resolve a very challenging accommodation issue. Specialised Supported Housing was absolutely the right model. This project was achieved in a very timely way with a level of detail that would be hard to match through other avenues."
    Catherine O'Donnell
    Housing Occupational Therapist
    Somerset County Council