The Unit comprises of five bedrooms, four with en-suite facilities, a dining room, sitting room and a small games room. in addition there is a secluded garden area.
Nightingale Lodge is located within the grounds of Manor Court Fold, a short walking distance to Lurgan town centre. Nightingale Lodge offers a respite service for up to five adults with Learning Disability.
Enquire about this PropertyThe Northern Ireland Housing Executive (NIHE) is responsible for carrying out the housing assessments. To apply, you will need to fill in a short application form and return it to the Housing Executive office closest to your current address.
You can request an
application form from us by ringing 0330 123 0888, or, if you prefer, you can
download and print the form by clicking here. You can also visit the NIHE website for further information.
You will only need one application form to apply to any of the social housing providers in your area. Please take time to read the notes on the application form. If you need assistance to fill in the form, one of Radius Housing Officers will be pleased to help you.
Alternatively, you can ring the NIHE directly on 0344 892 0900 and they will take all your details on the phone so that you don’t need to complete an application form.
When your application form is received, or you contact the NIHE directly, they will assess your housing needs and you will get points awarded to reflect your accommodation needs.
Your name will then be placed on the common waiting list for the schemes or area of your choice. When a vacancy becomes available, it is allocated to the person on the waiting list with the greatest need at the time.
Get in touch with us today for further help and support.
If you are currently a Radius tenant you can apply to us if you wish to transfer from your current accommodation.
Tenants of other social landlords, the NIHE or other Housing Associations can also apply for a transfer via their existing landlord.
All providers follow the same rules on allocations and transfers as the NIHE.
Nightingale Lodge provides 24 hour Care and support to guests with a learning disability for the period of their respite.
This service is provided in conjunction with the local Health and Social Care Trust who co-ordinate and refer guests throughout the year.
We believe in providing a well-balanced diet using fresh and seasonal ingredients. Prior to a period of respite staff will review with them or their carer their dietary requirements including any specially prescribed diet. The catering services are inspected by local Environmental Health Services ensuring full compliance with Safe Catering Guidelines.
All our meals are freshly cooked onsite at the scheme. All menu plans are displayed in the dining room.Meals are served in the dining area behind the kitchen and is a relaxed family dining experience.A nutritious packed lunch will be provided for those who attend day centre or other training centre during the day.
An active lifestyle can make a huge difference to the guests. Our staff arrange a daily programme of activities that are based on an individual assessment of need and preferences aimed at enhancing quality of life.
Within Nightingale guests are supported to maintain their usual daily routines which may include attendance at a day centre or training centre. Guests are supported to enjoy a range of activities including, games, arts and crafts, baking, music, film and local outings.
Residential housing, care and support to meet the guests needs for the agreed period of respite in liaison with the local Health and Social Care Trust and the individual’s carer.
Contact Paula McEvoy – Senior Care Worker at Nightingale Lodge - 02838 341835
Contact the local Health and Social Care Trust Learning Disability Team