Hospital to Home
at Project WV
Key Stakeholders
Summary
Project WV was delivered in partnership with NHS Gloucestershire, Gloucestershire County Council and Elim Housing Association to provide Specialised Supported Housing for people with learning disabilities and/or autism.
The scheme was commissioned for two individuals with complex care and support needs to live life fully and independently in the community. The property underwent redevelopment to bespoke specifications that cater to the unique needs of the intended resident.
The scheme was commissioned for two individuals with complex care and support needs to live life fully and independently in the community. The property underwent redevelopment to bespoke specifications that cater to the unique needs of the intended resident.
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The works included
Property upgrade, refurbishment and fit out of the existing property, including altering the layout of the ground floor to provide two number separate living units.
Carefully design an environment that will promote a sense of calm and comfort, avoid feeling of an institutional setting and help residents in the journey of their recovery in their homes.
Provide internal access to each unit for the Support Workers by changing the existing conservatory into a new communal kitchen with a replacement extension, withdrawal room for the Support Workers.
Secure access to the first floor for the Support Worker Team and respite care.
Form two separate garden areas adjacent to each unit and the installation of new fencing and gates for safety of the residents.
Install alternative heating system, wet room, sound insulation, lockable drawers, anti-ligature fittings, CCTV cameras.
Provide controlled access, meeting room for support staff, large laundry area, sensory lighting and sensory room, external fencing were some of the highlights of this project.
Full decoration works to give a new and fresh look to the property including all ceilings, walls & woodwork, install all new flooring, build new walls to include all soundproofing insulation to bathroom, living space & bedroom.