Save John Galt services
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#69
My aunt lives in the building and the wardens are vital to her careAndrew McPherson (2026-03-28)
#72
My grandmother lives here and she is vulnerable due to serious health conditions and depends on the wardens every day. They are a lifeline, not a luxury. Removing them would be deeply distressing and unsafeGemma Collins (2026-03-28)
#73
I have family and friends in there how feel safe with the security of a care taker .To many older ppl are vulnerable keep them safe and support them all most of them have supported the local council most of there life it now the council turn to actually support them by giving them the care and security they needLesley Phillips (2026-03-29)
#77
I see first hand the vital role the wardens play within this complex. They offer security, with social inclusion while facilitating so many services and events for the residentsat a time of life where loneliness and fear can be detrimental to mental and physical wellbeing.
Removing this service would seriously impact many within the building
Anne Donaghy (2026-03-29)
#83
My mum lives in John Gault House. The help and support she receives from the wardens is outstanding. The extra activities the wardens put on is great not just for my mum but every resident. These activities help the residents, to get them out from their flats and onto company, helping their mental health. Shame on riverclyde homes to think taking wardens away from vulnerable elderly people is ok. Our wardens are much needed in john gault. They help put families mind at rest also, knowing while we are at work during the day our mum is safe with the wardens being there.Tracylynn Mulgrew (2026-03-29)
#85
Because my aunt stays there abd an elderly neighbour also abd the service they receive is invaluableDan McGrath (2026-03-29)
#89
Elderly people in sheltered housing need to feel safe and supported. A warden provides peace of mind for all and having them in place is a necessity not a luxury!SANDRA BOYLE (2026-03-29)
#99
I know people in John Gault house who are disabled and need a warden to helpAnn Stevenson (2026-03-29)
#100
My mother in law loved the wardens they need them done a fantastic jobVicky Shaw (2026-03-29)
#101
These services should stay in place to protect our elderly who worked hard most of they're life'sCatherine O'Donnell (2026-03-29)
#103
This is such a vital service for our elderly.LYNNE WALSH (2026-03-29)
#105
The wardens are a fantastic team who do a wonderful job providing vital support for the residentsLorna Martin (2026-03-29)
#108
Im signing this as my sister is one of the wardens. The older residents that live there need the support of the wardens. They love the parties and activities that the wardens organise. Without the wardens this would be terrible for the older people that live there.Clare Graham (2026-03-29)
#111
Many or residents in John Galt complex are vulnerable people with health issues and the warden service provide peace off mind and security if problems arise.In case off emergency,s it could be a matter of life or death on how quick responders attend. With wardens being on site, they can respond immediately.
Liz Fullerton (2026-03-29)
#113
PEOPLE LIVING IN SHELTERED HOUSEING NEED THESE WARDENS ON HAND INCASE ANYTHING SERIOUS HAPPENS. THATS THE IDEA OF THIS TYPE OF HOUSEING SO THE ELDERLY FEEL SAFE.EDNA THORNTON (2026-03-29)
#117
The wardens provide a valuable serviceMrs Elizabeth McCafferty (2026-03-29)
#118
John Galt house residents need the warden serviceAnne Sinclair (2026-03-29)
#126
It's so important that we look after our seniors in society. They have to live without fear and be content in their homes.Marion Mackay (2026-03-29)
#127
I'm signing because I think it's a disgrace that the most vulnerable members of our society are being most affected by these cuts. They live in sheltered housing for a reason and deserve to feel safe in their homes 24hrs a day !Irene Macpherson (2026-03-29)
#133
So many vunerable people stay here snd should be able to live supported and feeling safe in their homes knowing wardens are on hand if they need them.kincaid kincaid (2026-03-29)
#134
It's an absolute disgrace the amount of rent is charged in these flat and they want to reduce servicesMary Dineen (2026-03-30)
#138
My mum is in john gault house and the wardens have been great helping herjanice logue (2026-03-30)
#142
I have a family member who is a resident here and if this loss of services were to go ahead I would have huge concerns about her quality of peace and safety - please do not put them in this position.Amanda Unsworth (2026-03-30)
#144
Non elderly residents of inverclyde who stay alone already experience loneliness on a day to day basis that clearly effects peoples mental health who can possibly already be suffering with mental health conditions, so to deny elderly residents a warden service could have a massive impact on elderly residents mental health and wellbeing who have clearly contributed alot more to the community than any other residents in the community who are non elderly, they deserve the piece of mind to not have to worry about what if .John Moore (2026-03-30)
#146
My mother is one of the residentsLorraine Ogilvie (2026-03-30)
#149
I really know how much the lovely people who stay there depend on the wardens .After working in John Gault house and now retired homehelp I admired everyone in there and seeing everything the wardens put on to entertain the residents there was amazing and it’s sad to think they will lose this so this is why we need to try our best to save these wardens
Linda Muir (2026-03-30)
#152
A friend's mum lives there and it needs to stay openAndrea Oakes (2026-03-30)
#154
I’m a residentCharles Skilling (2026-03-30)
#155
They moved in with high rent that included a warden. The people in bagatelle rent only got reduced by £7 when the garden. Warden and all other services were cancelled. Elliot Court are the same. It's awful.Pamela Penman (2026-03-31)
#158
This is a vital service to ensure the safety of residentsTony Knox (2026-03-31)
#159
My Aunty who is elderly lives there and she needs protected. Given the stuff in the Greenock Tele about a male trying doors in a sheltered housing of late it’s the worst thing that can be done by removing this protection for the most vunreable people.Ashley Smith (2026-03-31)
#160
I’m a resident of John Galt houseCarol Ann Skilling (2026-03-31)
#161
Email sent to Martin McCluskey MP. I’d encourage others to do the same.Dear Martin,
I am writing as a deeply concerned constituent regarding the recent announcement that River Clyde Homes will end its sheltered housing service across Inverclyde by March 31, 2027. My parents live in one of these complexes, and while the financial implications are troubling, the real and devastating loss is the social fabric that holds these communities together.
The warden service is not simply a support function. It is the heart of these complexes. Wardens provide safety, continuity, and crucially, a sense of belonging. They organise activities, foster friendships, and create the social environment that keeps older residents mentally and emotionally well. Removing this service risks isolating some of the most vulnerable people in our community.
The stories emerging from residents, including those reported in the Greenock Telegraph, are heartbreaking. People who moved into sheltered housing for security and companionship now feel blindsided and frightened. Many, like the residents at John Galt House, rely heavily on the wardens not just for practical support but for the social connection that gives their days meaning. These are individuals who cannot simply “adapt” to a new model without significant consequences for their wellbeing.
I am particularly concerned that this decision appears to have been made without meaningful consultation with tenants or their families. For a change of this magnitude, affecting elderly and often mobility‑restricted residents, that is simply unacceptable.
I am asking you to urgently raise this issue with Inverclyde HSCP, River Clyde Homes, and the relevant council committees. We need transparency, genuine consultation, and a commitment to protecting the social and emotional wellbeing of sheltered housing resident, not just their basic care needs.
I would appreciate your support in ensuring that:
• The warden service is not withdrawn without a full impact assessment.
• Residents and families are properly consulted and listened to.
• Any alternative model retains an on‑site, consistent staff presence that supports both safety and social connection.
Our older residents deserve dignity, stability, and community, not uncertainty and isolation.
I look forward to your response and to understanding what action you can take on behalf of those affected.
Yours sincerely,
Catherine
Catherine Rackham (2026-03-31)
#162
My gran live in the complex and she relys on the wardens daily for safety and arranging activitiesMichael Leith (2026-03-31)
#164
The loss of the warden service is going to put residents in danger from their lifeline being removed and daily contact not having events to interact with other residents will see a decline in mental health .Jeanette Speirs (2026-04-01)
#165
The residents need support and taking away warden services makes them even more vulnerableLisa Devlin (2026-04-04)
#167
This is a service that the residents need for there safety and well being wardens in John gualt are amazingJane Carter (2026-04-04)
#169
My father-in-law is the man in the telegraph that had the intruder. The warden service is a crucial service for the residents.Jacqueline McNeill Lawson (2026-04-06)
#175
I think its a disgrace that vulnerable people dont feel safe in their homesKevin rowe (2026-04-06)
#176
Im signing because my granda, his friends, and other vulnerable adults rely on this service. They have a very close relationship of trust with the wardens, and feel SAFE with THEM instead of a possible replacement of random carers that change constantly which can become incredibly distressing to those vulnerable in their space and themself. Especially after the very recent break in that happened at this exact property, with 0 security measures in place to keep anyone in this building safe as the night wardens are no longer there already.Samantha Lawson (2026-04-06)
#184
Both my gran and mum lived in John Galt house and benefited from the warden service.It offers a personal touch for elderly vulnerable adults and enables people to socialise and remain independent within the complex.
Heather Curran (2026-04-07)
#186
This service is vital for the community in InverclydeGordon Moore (2026-04-07)
#188
John Gault House relies on its wardens as an essential part of daily life within the home, providing far more than basic supervision. Their presence fosters a safe, supportive, and welcoming environment where residents can feel secure and valued. Through thoughtfully arranged activities and regular social engagement, the wardens help bring residents together, reducing isolation and encouraging meaningful connections. These activities play a vital role in supporting residents’ emotional wellbeing, promoting a sense of belonging, and maintaining mental stimulation. In addition, the wardens contribute to residents’ overall health by observing changes in wellbeing, offering reassurance, and ensuring that individuals receive appropriate support when needed.For my mother and father-in-law, the decision to move into John Gault House was strongly influenced by the understanding that this level of support would be available to them as their needs progressed. At their stage in life, consistent social interaction, emotional reassurance, and a structured, caring environment are not luxuries but necessities for maintaining their quality of life. The wardens’ role in creating this environment has been central to their wellbeing and adjustment to living there.
Given that this support was clearly outlined and formed a key part of their decision to move, it is only fair and reasonable that they should not lose this benefit. Removing or reducing access to the wardens would not only impact their daily lives but could also negatively affect their overall health and sense of security. Maintaining this support ensures that residents like my mother and father-in-law can continue to live with dignity, comfort, and the level of care they were assured when they chose John Gault House as their home.
Danielle Carroll (2026-04-07)
#189
my grandad bill is a resident here and it is completely unfair to remove the wardens. the wardens provide safety and comfort for ALL residents of john galt house. its a clear attempt in cutting costs and it is absolutely ridiculous. they are needed. my grandfathers home got broken into in john galt house, a deranged man sitting in his living room, can you imagine how much scarier that would be without wardens? without someone to tell how unsafe you felt? without someone to help look after you? the wardens are NEEDED.Ethan Lawson (2026-04-07)
#191
My grandad is in the living facilities at John gault and would struggle massively without these services. These are thing we should be providing more of not stripping vulnerable people of !Kassy Lawson (2026-04-07)
#198
This service helps a family memberJohn Montague (2026-04-07)
#199
I think the wardens should stay they give the tenants a better quality of life with the activities they organise and emotional help and securityTony Lawson (2026-04-07)