Goldfield Court
Dartmouth Street, Greets Green, West Bromwich, West Midlands, B70 8GH
Dartmouth Street, Greets Green, West Bromwich, West Midlands, B70 8GH
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Supporting independence and choice for older people through affordable housing and care
Housing 21 is a leading not for profit provider of Retirement Living and Extra Care for older people of modest means.
Manager's Description
"Goldfield Court is a modern welcoming building with a vibrant community, an active social calender, and a caring and friendly atmosphere.The development has been carefully designed to create a wel..." Show more "Goldfield Court is a modern welcoming building with a vibrant community, an active social calender, and a caring and friendly atmosphere.
The development has been carefully designed to create a welcoming community, offering extensive facilities including residents' lounges, restaurant, hair salon, guest suite, activity room and communal landscaped gardens. A full-time court manager, together with care and support services gives you total piece of mind.
Goldfield Court is a few minutes walk or ride away from West Bromwich High Street, with a wide selection of amenities including supermarkets and smaller shops, doctors' surgeries, dentists, a local library and trams and buses to Birmingham and further afield." Show less
Main Facts
Extra care housing
Tenure(s): Rent (social landlord) and Shared Ownership
93 flats. Built in 2012. Sizes 1 bedroom, 2 bedroom.
Extra Care scheme with on-site care staff (24 hours / 7 days), Non-resident management staff and Careline alarm service
Lift, Lounge, Restaurant open to the public, Laundry, Guest facilities, Garden, Hobby room, Activities room, Hairdressing salon, Assisted bathing facility, cinema
Whole site accessible by wheelchair. Access to site easy. Distances: bus stop 10 yards; shop 50 yards; post office 1 mile(s); town centre 1 mile(s); GP 20 yards.
Social activities include: activities available include bingo, baking, and crafts, organised by an onsite social co-ordinator. New residents accepted from 55 years of age. Both cats & dogs generally accepted, but not to be replaced (depending on individual assessment).
Housing Authority: Sandwell
Social Care Authority: Sandwell
Architects: calfordseaden
Info updated: 26/03/2013
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Availability
The following details have been provided to EAC:
Re-sale - shared ownership: A first floor two bedroom flat at around £99,000 for a 75% share. (Notified 15/03/2024). Please contact Housing 21 on 0370 192 4254 or click here to view on their website.
Re-sale - shared ownership: A second floor two bedroom flat at £95,250 for a 75% share. (Notified 15/03/2024). Please contact Housing 21 on 0370 192 4254 or click here to view on their website.
Residents' views
A number of residents have used EAC's resident consultation card game to give their views on aspects of where they live. They gave top marks to this scheme for: Community spirit
Number / size of facilities
Privacy
Quality of design
Quality of the garden
Quality of the individual apartments
Space standards of individual apartments
Comments made in nominations for the EAC National Housing for Older People Awards
"It is very friendly atmosphere, anyone will help you if you need it. Residents and staff togerther."
Made by a staff member in 2019
Made by a staff member in 2019
"It is a very friendly Court with a lovely atmosphere, it has recently be refurbished our customers picked the colour schemes and are very satisfied wi..." Show more
"It is a very friendly Court with a lovely atmosphere, it has recently be refurbished our customers picked the colour schemes and are very satisfied with the support they receive. There are always activities going on in the Court for our customers to join in with." Show less
Made by a staff member in 2019
"It is a very friendly Court with a lovely atmosphere, it has recently be refurbished our customers picked the colour schemes and are very satisfied with the support they receive. There are always activities going on in the Court for our customers to join in with." Show less
Made by a staff member in 2019
"its bright breezy and up to date with the décor and the how we deliver care. Customers are the focus but so are the staff so both enjoy living and w..." Show more
"its bright breezy and up to date with the décor and the how we deliver care. Customers are the focus but so are the staff so both enjoy living and working here" Show less
Made by a staff member in 2019
"its bright breezy and up to date with the décor and the how we deliver care. Customers are the focus but so are the staff so both enjoy living and working here" Show less
Made by a staff member in 2019
"It's a happy place to live. The carers are extremely helpful and pleasant. The food is good in the cafe. Nothing I've asked for has ever been refused...." Show more
"It's a happy place to live. The carers are extremely helpful and pleasant. The food is good in the cafe. Nothing I've asked for has ever been refused. The entertainment and social side of living there is also very good. Goldfield Court and all its staff deserve recognition." Show less
Made by a resident in 2019
"It's a happy place to live. The carers are extremely helpful and pleasant. The food is good in the cafe. Nothing I've asked for has ever been refused. The entertainment and social side of living there is also very good. Goldfield Court and all its staff deserve recognition." Show less
Made by a resident in 2019
"I have worked in Goldfield Court for 6 years since it opened in 2015, it has grown to be a lovely vibrant place to work and the sense of community fee..." Show more
"I have worked in Goldfield Court for 6 years since it opened in 2015, it has grown to be a lovely vibrant place to work and the sense of community feeling hits you when you walk through the front doors I just love working here with both resident, staff " Show less
Made by a staff member in 2019
"I have worked in Goldfield Court for 6 years since it opened in 2015, it has grown to be a lovely vibrant place to work and the sense of community feeling hits you when you walk through the front doors I just love working here with both resident, staff " Show less
Made by a staff member in 2019
"I feel safe. I am happy and have got good carers twice a day. There are things to do - hairdresser, restaurant (very good) and I'm happy here, Also fo..." Show more
"I feel safe. I am happy and have got good carers twice a day. There are things to do - hairdresser, restaurant (very good) and I'm happy here, Also for my daughter's peace of mind. (I fully recommend here)." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"I feel safe. I am happy and have got good carers twice a day. There are things to do - hairdresser, restaurant (very good) and I'm happy here, Also for my daughter's peace of mind. (I fully recommend here)." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"My mom has regained her confidence since living there, and continues to maintain her independence which is very important as she is a very proud lady...." Show more
"My mom has regained her confidence since living there, and continues to maintain her independence which is very important as she is a very proud lady. I also have re-assurance that if anything is wrong, then there is someone there within seconds. Good opportunity for interaction too" Show less
Made by a visitor in 2017
"My mom has regained her confidence since living there, and continues to maintain her independence which is very important as she is a very proud lady. I also have re-assurance that if anything is wrong, then there is someone there within seconds. Good opportunity for interaction too" Show less
Made by a visitor in 2017
"Peace of mind of being in my own flat but having help and care readily available."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"Safe environment, caring staff. No steps to climb. A restaurant for breakfast and lunches. Carers on hand should you need them."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"I feel comfortable, safe and cared for."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"Peace of mind for family. Staff friendly and caring. Best move I've made."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"Because carers are very good and polite. It is a joy to live here."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"Good friendly carers. Excellent restaurant. Lots of friends."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"I have worked in the care sector for over 20 years and I find the warmth, friendliness and welcome, is overwhelming when you walk into the building. T..." Show more
"I have worked in the care sector for over 20 years and I find the warmth, friendliness and welcome, is overwhelming when you walk into the building. The activities are running through out the day, Christmas is 2 full weeks of events including the local community getting involved " Show less
Made by a staff member in 2017
"I have worked in the care sector for over 20 years and I find the warmth, friendliness and welcome, is overwhelming when you walk into the building. The activities are running through out the day, Christmas is 2 full weeks of events including the local community getting involved " Show less
Made by a staff member in 2017
"it is very customer-focused. The customers are consulted and guide every aspect of the service including interviewing staff, what activities they want..." Show more
"it is very customer-focused. The customers are consulted and guide every aspect of the service including interviewing staff, what activities they want and how money is spent in the court " Show less
Made by a staff member in 2017
"it is very customer-focused. The customers are consulted and guide every aspect of the service including interviewing staff, what activities they want and how money is spent in the court " Show less
Made by a staff member in 2017
Managed by
Supporting independence and choice for older people through affordable housing and care
Housing 21 is a leading not for profit provider of Retirement Living and Extra Care for older people of modest means.
Memberships
ARHM: The organisation that manages this scheme is a member of the Association of Retirement Housing Managers, and therefore committed to complying with its Code of Practice.
