Pembroke Care in Reading offers independent living and respite care. Independent living means having a private living space with community services rather than daily care, while respite care provides a short stay for someone whose usual caregiver is travelling or recovering.
Opened in 1994, the home has 20 beds. It is a smaller community where residents and staff can get to know one another. Pets are allowed, so a resident may be able to keep a pet while living there.
Huntley Place is an independent living community in Reading for people aged 50 and over. Residents live in private apartments and have access to community services rather than daily care, making it a potential fit for someone who wants independent housing with shared amenities and wellbeing support.
The community has 129 flats, with one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments available. A two-bedroom apartment starts at £1,480 per month, giving families a starting point for budgeting monthly housing costs. Residents can eat at the on-site restaurant, use the hair salon, or spend time in the hobby room and communal lounge. Landscaped gardens add outdoor space, while the multifunction room, assisted bathing spa suite, guest suite, and storage for bicycles and mobility scooters support different parts of daily life.
Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026
Crayshaw Court is a 54-apartment retirement housing development located on Abbotsmead Place in central Caversham, Reading. Built by McCarthy & Stone specifically for adults aged 60 and older, the three-story complex consists of private one- and two-bedroom apartments intended for independent living. The property features an integrated 24-hour emergency call system and an on-site house manager to oversee daily building logistics.
The structure provides maintenance-free living by handling all external property repairs and upkeep. Shared features on the premises include a communal homeowner’s lounge for social gatherings, a laundry room, a dedicated mobility scooter storage bay, and landscaped gardens with decked seating terraces.
A guest suite is also available to accommodate overnight visitors. The complex provides no medical or personal care assistance, focusing entirely on self-reliant seniors. Positioned four kilometers from Reading town centre, the building sits within walking distance of local shops, banks, cafes, and an NHS medical practice.
Older adults interested in low-maintenance retirement options can reach out to the management office to check on current property listings. Planning a visit to the Caversham location offers a clear opportunity to inspect the communal lounge, walk through the shared gardens, and view available apartment floor plans.
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