Plans to cut back on services provided at a retirement housing complex in Wishaw has been blasted by relatives.North Lanarkshire Council confirmed they are seeking to “withdraw current funding arrangements” for those living at McAlpine Court in Wishaw, run by Hanover Scotland.Lindsey Reid’s 95-year-old mother is currently a resident at McAlpine Court and she has been left gutted at news of the review.The Lanarkshire Live app is available to download now.
Get all the news from your area – as well as features, entertainment, sport and the latest on Lanarkshire’s recovery from the coronavirus pandemic – straight to your fingertips, 24/7.The free download features the latest breaking news and exclusive stories, and allows you to customise your page to the sections that matter most to you.Head to the App Store and never miss a beat in Lanarkshire - iOS - Android She said: “They are trying to stop funding for the services for overnight wardens and dining facilities provided for the 16 residents who cannot look after themselves plus there is no cooking facilities in their studio flats apart from a microwave.“If they did that then I think it would be a disaster.“Stopping the overnight wardens would be dangerous because this is very sheltered housing and if one of the residents takes a fall we all know what could happen.“The meals provided there are excellent and having the meals in the dining room means my mum can have a bit of company and a blether with others.“It seems crazy to think this could all be taken away from her.”In a letter to residents and their families, Hanover stated: “We have been contacted by North Lanarkshire Council as they would like to complete a review of the Housing Support Service, we deliver at McAlpine
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