(Pictured: Jason Sharman, Operations Manager for Housing 21; Lindsey Leach, Head of Retirement Living North for Housing 21; Marie Buckingham, Development Director for Torsion Care and Pamela Lambert, Operations Manager for Housing 21)

A series of launch events have been planned to introduce Housing 21 as the new owners of a Retirement Living development in Shipley. 

Glen Mill House, which comprises 56 apartments as well as communal facilities, was designed and built by Torsion Care, who completed work on the scheme in late 2024 before transferring ownership to Housing 21. 

Pam Mastrantonio, Housing 21’s Managing Director for Retirement Living, said: “We are delighted to be increasing our presence in the area with the purchase of Glen Mill House and would like to thank Torsion Care for delivering a fantastic building that ticks all the boxes to be a great Retirement Living scheme. 

“High quality and purpose-built developments such as this are essential in meeting the specific housing needs of an increasing older population and we are looking forward to welcoming prospective new residents at our upcoming launch events. 

“We know there has been a lot of interest in the development and are excited to be able to open the doors and welcome people inside as we work to transform this fantastic building into a thriving community.” 

(Pictured: Glen Mill House in Shipley)

Glen Mill House is a pet-friendly scheme offering 45 one-bedroom and 11 two-bedroom self-contained apartments which will be available for rent. It also boasts communal facilities including a lounge, landscaped gardens and guest suite for overnight visitors.  

Each apartment has been designed to meet the specific needs of older people including a 24/emergency call system, mid-height ovens and anti-slip flooring. There will also be a Local Housing Manager based on site during the week to assist residents and manage the site.  

Marie Buckingham, Development Director, Torsion Care said: “We’re incredibly proud to have delivered Glen Mill House, a purpose-built Retirement Living scheme that reflects Torsion’s commitment to quality, sustainability, and creating spaces that truly meet the needs of residents.  

“From the initial concept to completion, this development has been a testament to the collaboration and dedication of our team and partners. We’re thrilled to see Glen Mill House join Housing 21’s portfolio and look forward to the positive impact it will have on the local community.” 

Representatives from Housing 21 will be hosting a series of free launch events for people interested in Glen Mill House which will be held at the scheme on the following dates: 

• Thursday, 13 February from 10am until 4pm
• Thursday, 20 February from 5pm until 7pm 
• Thursday, 27 February from 10am until 4pm 
• Saturday, 1 March from 10am until 4pm 

To register your interest in any of the events, visit the webpage or send us an email.