Platform Housing has opened its refurbished retirement-living scheme in Skegness, Lincolnshire.
Alexandra Court welcomed guests on 15 December, with the refurbishment taking place in the autumn.
Sarah Sutton, director of New Customers and Specialist Housing at Platform Housing Group, said: “We are so delighted to officially mark the renovation of Alexandra Court.
“It was a fabulous event, allowing us to showcase the refurbishment to both our customers and those who work in the local community.
“Identifying such schemes that need a makeover is a key part of ensuring that our customers live comfortably.
“As a group of managers, it was also a good exercise for us to go back to basics and really make a difference.”
The areas that have been refurbished include the entrance hall, with new flooring and pictures; the communal lounge, with new carpets, furniture, curtains, lighting, TV, snooker table, decoration, and serving hatch; along with a new kitchen, flooring, and decoration.
Jan Baldwin, a resident at Alexandra Court, said: “This new area is warm and inviting, and I like the comfortable seating, so now I come and watch the TV.
“The new kitchen is great and I am excited to use it. I want to say thank you to Platform and the contractors for all the work they’ve done.”
Alexandra Court – which comprises 27 flats and five bungalows – was chosen for a makeover in order to bring it up to more modern standards, Platform says.
Platform Housing Group owns and manages 46,000 homes across the Midlands.
Image: Colleagues, customers, contractors, and guests at the official opening of Alexandra Court in Skegness
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