Tonic@Bankhouse
The UK’s first LGBT+ affirming retirement community!
Tonic@Bankhouse is the UK’s first LGBT+ affirming retirement community and Tonic’s very first community. Our approach to services and support is not just “LGBT+ friendly” but genuinely affirming of the lives, histories, needs and desires of lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, queer, intersex people and other identities in our community. The term does not imply exclusion of those who do not identify as LGBT+, but actively values those who respect and celebrate LGBT+ people.
After securing a £5.7m loan in Spring 2021 from the Mayor of London, the GLA Community Housing Fund enabled the purchase of 19 properties at Bankhouse, a One Housing older living scheme in Vauxhall, Lambeth. Sales for 1 and 2 bedroom shared ownership homes began in Summer 2021 and are ongoing. This is a major milestone for LGBT+ housing as there has been no LGBT+ affirming provision with care in the UK previously, despite there being a clearly defined need and demand from within the LGBT+ community.
Tonic@Bankhouse creates a unique offering of housing with care that celebrates LGBT+ identities with the community at the very heart of their homes. We are co-creating events and activities with residents based on their interests, including collaborations with other LGBT+ organisations and support providers.
Bankhouse was designed by world-renowned architects Foster + Partners, and consists of high-quality one and two-bedroom homes, most with balconies with stunning views. An on-site restaurant, beautiful community lounge overlooking the River Thames, a floating garden and a roof terrace with incredible views of central London.
TONIC@BANKHOUSE PERSONAL SALES VIEWINGS
We have individual appointments available throughout the week, for potential purchasers to view Tonic@Bankhouse, with our Community Manager, Sherine.
Click the button below to request a viewing. We will get back to you on your selected viewing date and time. You can also get in touch via email or phone to book.
TONIC HOUSING AND ARCO
In May 2022, we received our ARCO (Associated Retirement Community Operators Limited) Approved Operator status.
Tonic@Bankhouse is our first retirement community and as an Approved Operator, we aim to comply with the ARCO Consumer Code, which sets standards for the retirement community sector.
It helps ensure that we provide a trusted, fair and high-quality service to those living in, and considering moving to, our retirement community. Our partner’s at Bankhouse, One Housing, are also an Approved ARCO Operator. For more details please visit arcouk.org/arco-consumer-code.