First Residents Move into £12 Million Extra Care Scheme in Bentham

Bowland View has welcomed its first residents at a grand opening event, complete with ribbon-cutting ceremony.

The new scheme in Bentham allows residents over the age of 55 to live independently with access to on-site care if required.

The scheme has been delivered by Housing 21 in partnership with North Yorkshire County Council, Craven District Council and EQUANS, the new name for ENGIE’s regeneration and services business.

Bowland View provides much needed accommodation for local people over the age of 55. The development, supported by Homes England, will offer eight bungalows and 64 one- and two-bedroom apartments for rent and shared ownership.

Naomi Thornton, Housing and Care Manager at Bowland View, said:
“I feel so proud and honoured to have such an amazing team and residents here at Bowland View as we move forward to building this community together. We are really enjoying getting to know our residents on a one-to-one basis, listening to their interesting life stories and sharing ideas of how they would like the scheme to be run, with the help of the residents committee.

“We have started many social events and enjoy inviting other local groups to Bowland View, as well as welcoming local residents who regularly visit the café/bistro and hair salon.”