Filey Fields: expanding Extra Care opportunities

Filey Fields was identified as part of North Yorkshire County Council’s “Care & support where I live” strategy to expand the Extra Care programme in the local area.

• Development Type: Extra Care
• Local Authority Partner: Scarborough Borough Council and North Yorkshire County Council
• Developer/Contractor: Tolent Construction
• Architect: SP&A Architects
• Start on Site: October 2019
• Practical Completion: July 2021

The scheme was developed in partnership with two councils, North Yorkshire County Council and Scarborough Borough Council to deliver welcoming, modern, high-quality accommodation to enable residents to live as independently as possible. Six of the apartments were designed as fully open-plan, offering a flexible living option for people with complex needs.

Filey Field’s vibrant café/ bistro, hair salon and range of social activities have been well-received by all, creating a new sense of community to combat social isolation to those living both at the scheme and in the local area.

“The development of Extra Care in the county is a strategic priority for the council…this scheme is a real asset for Filey and the surrounding area”

County Councillor Michael Harrison, Executive Member for Adult Services and Health Integration at North Yorkshire County Council