Bannigans

Corby, Northamptonshire

Bannigans is a bright, spacious period property located in the old village of Corby, Northamptonshire providing a specialist residential service for adults with Prader-Willi Syndrome (PWS).

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The service provides a homely, caring setting for four individuals and is within walking distance of local amenities and leisure facilities.
There is a warm and cosy lounge, dining room and conservatory and all bedrooms are en-suite. The spacious rear garden has modern seating areas to relax in and enjoy social occasions. The service is also wheelchair accessible.

The team actively support individuals living at Bannigans to become part of the local community, enjoying activities and hobbies of their choice, as independently as possible. They also take part in the community’s summer fete each year, raising funds for charity.

The service has its own transport and good access to local transport and is also situated within walking distance of several local amenities and leisure facilities such as a gym, swimming pool and bingo hall.

The running of the home is very much embraced by the people who live there, whether it be the cleaning of the house and their own bedrooms, doing the household shop or maintaining the garden. This helps build responsibility and increased confidence in everyday tasks.

Independent living skills are also encouraged, whether it be volunteering at a local charity shop or managing money when out and about in the community.

Support is very much tailored to individual’s needs. The focus is on supporting individuals to live as active and meaningful life as possible within the local community and achieve greater independence in line with specific needs.