Waterford Court
Moorend Park Road, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL53 0LA
Moorend Park Road, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL53 0LA
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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
"Waterford Court is a leasehold scheme situated in Leakhampton in Cheltenham. It plays host to 19 one bed apartments and 24 two bed apartments. The onsite facilities include lift, guest suite, communal..." Show more "Waterford Court is a leasehold scheme situated in Leakhampton in Cheltenham. It plays host to 19 one bed apartments and 24 two bed apartments. The onsite facilities include lift, guest suite, communal lounge and non residential court manager. Local amenities include supermarkets, banks, pharmacy and GP surgery. There are also excellent bus links to the town centre and Gloucester.Various events are held on site including coffee mornings and bingo.
Our Court Manager Service is an important and integral part of Housing 21’s approach to supporting our residents. It is designed to offer support and security to the court and those residents on court who need it. The service is about promoting and encouraging individuals to maintain their independence in their own home.
Our Managers are also responsible for the day to day running of the court including looking after the Health & Safety, property management and resident engagement." Show less
Main Facts
Retirement housing
Tenure(s): Leasehold
43 flats. Built in 1987. Sizes 1 bedroom, 2 bedroom. Includes mobility and wheelchair standard properties.
Non-resident management staff (part time) and Careline alarm service
Lift, Lounge, Guest facilities, Garden
Whole site accessible by wheelchair. Access to site easy, but less so for less mobile people. Distances: bus stop 50 yards; shop 0.25 mile(s); post office 0.25 mile(s); town centre 2 mile(s); GP 50 yards; social centre 2 mile(s).
Regular Social activities include: occasional outings and social activities, organised by Residents' Association. New residents accepted from 55 years of age. Both cats & dogs generally accepted, but not to be replaced.
Housing Authority: Cheltenham
Social Care Authority: Gloucestershire
Info updated: 21/03/2018
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Availability
The following details have been provided to EAC:
Re-sale: A ground floor two bedroom flat at £112,000. (Notified 15/03/2024). Please contact Housing 21 on 0370 192 4069 or click here to view on their website.
Comments made in nominations for the EAC National Housing for Older People Awards
"Good atmosphere, easy, warm, comfortable flat. Excellent manager. Emergency assistance with pull cords."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"Enjoy the security, also the friendly attitude of most of the residents. The manager is extremely helpful and efficient."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"Manager and residents are very friendly. Frequent social events and held here which I enjoy. If I need help for anything I always get it. Building and..." Show more
"Manager and residents are very friendly. Frequent social events and held here which I enjoy. If I need help for anything I always get it. Building and garden are always clean and tidy." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"Manager and residents are very friendly. Frequent social events and held here which I enjoy. If I need help for anything I always get it. Building and garden are always clean and tidy." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"Waterford Court provides everything I need. It's always warm & comfortable & I feel very safe here. Our manager Eileen is Always on hand if we have a ..." Show more
"Waterford Court provides everything I need. It's always warm & comfortable & I feel very safe here. Our manager Eileen is Always on hand if we have a problem to sort it out straight away." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"Waterford Court provides everything I need. It's always warm & comfortable & I feel very safe here. Our manager Eileen is Always on hand if we have a problem to sort it out straight away." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"First and foremost a sense of security which we all try to maintain. secondly, we have a manager who we all know; we can rely on when emergencies and ..." Show more
"First and foremost a sense of security which we all try to maintain. secondly, we have a manager who we all know; we can rely on when emergencies and troubles occur. I am also warm and comfortable." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"First and foremost a sense of security which we all try to maintain. secondly, we have a manager who we all know; we can rely on when emergencies and troubles occur. I am also warm and comfortable." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"I moved here three years ago to be nearer family members. It was a good decision. There are plenty of activities to join in, but no pressure. We have ..." Show more
"I moved here three years ago to be nearer family members. It was a good decision. There are plenty of activities to join in, but no pressure. We have a very competent and likeable manager. I'm so glad I decided to move here." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"I moved here three years ago to be nearer family members. It was a good decision. There are plenty of activities to join in, but no pressure. We have a very competent and likeable manager. I'm so glad I decided to move here." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"It is a very friendly place. The other people living here are all ready to put on a meal, or quiz or many other events."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"Lovely friendly place. Lots of things on, art, quiz, meal, etc. Excellent manager always willing to help with advice etc. I would advise anyone to com..." Show more
"Lovely friendly place. Lots of things on, art, quiz, meal, etc. Excellent manager always willing to help with advice etc. I would advise anyone to come here. Very safe & secure." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"Lovely friendly place. Lots of things on, art, quiz, meal, etc. Excellent manager always willing to help with advice etc. I would advise anyone to come here. Very safe & secure." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"Beautiful Cotswolds location, close to M5 and railway station. secure spacious flats with lift access. Many optional social events. Caring and helpful..." Show more
"Beautiful Cotswolds location, close to M5 and railway station. secure spacious flats with lift access. Many optional social events. Caring and helpful manager. One minute form stop for frequent buses to town centre. Happy contented residents." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"Beautiful Cotswolds location, close to M5 and railway station. secure spacious flats with lift access. Many optional social events. Caring and helpful manager. One minute form stop for frequent buses to town centre. Happy contented residents." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"Because I like the flat so much and it is near the shops - 15 mins walk, and not so far for my church - 25-30 mins. I like going to art and crafts and..." Show more
"Because I like the flat so much and it is near the shops - 15 mins walk, and not so far for my church - 25-30 mins. I like going to art and crafts and teas and to the court manager's meetings." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"Because I like the flat so much and it is near the shops - 15 mins walk, and not so far for my church - 25-30 mins. I like going to art and crafts and teas and to the court manager's meetings." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"There is always a warm and friendly atmosphere at Waterford Court . The manager is very helpful and caring. The residents enjoy an active social life ..." Show more
"There is always a warm and friendly atmosphere at Waterford Court . The manager is very helpful and caring. The residents enjoy an active social life and no one seems to be lonely." Show less
Made by a visitor in 2017
"There is always a warm and friendly atmosphere at Waterford Court . The manager is very helpful and caring. The residents enjoy an active social life and no one seems to be lonely." Show less
Made by a visitor in 2017
"This a special place where are manager is efficient,kind and caring and nothing is to much trouble. I enjoy the community atmosphere where social acti..." Show more
"This a special place where are manager is efficient,kind and caring and nothing is to much trouble. I enjoy the community atmosphere where social activities are encouraged but not compulsory, and the security it affords. This Court is like a castle with the draw bridge down , all are welcome." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"This a special place where are manager is efficient,kind and caring and nothing is to much trouble. I enjoy the community atmosphere where social activities are encouraged but not compulsory, and the security it affords. This Court is like a castle with the draw bridge down , all are welcome." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"I give praise to E Behan (court manager) who is extremely efficient, caring, observant & attentive, giving a sense of security, along with numerous ac..." Show more
"I give praise to E Behan (court manager) who is extremely efficient, caring, observant & attentive, giving a sense of security, along with numerous activities keeping loneliness at bay. I am lucky to have bought my flat here at Housing 21." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"I give praise to E Behan (court manager) who is extremely efficient, caring, observant & attentive, giving a sense of security, along with numerous activities keeping loneliness at bay. I am lucky to have bought my flat here at Housing 21." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"Waterford Court, Cheltenham is the best in the West. We live in a lovely environment in a lovely part of Cheltenham, buses run every 10 minutes into t..." Show more
"Waterford Court, Cheltenham is the best in the West. We live in a lovely environment in a lovely part of Cheltenham, buses run every 10 minutes into town, from just across the road. We have an exceptional Manager Eileen Behan who is very caring and friendly towards us all." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"Waterford Court, Cheltenham is the best in the West. We live in a lovely environment in a lovely part of Cheltenham, buses run every 10 minutes into town, from just across the road. We have an exceptional Manager Eileen Behan who is very caring and friendly towards us all." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"Because there is nothing to dislike! Friendly folk in a clean well managed environment "
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"It is very friendly and the other residents are a fun bunvch we have lots of fun"
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"I like the friendly atmosphere and the fact that it's location is extremely convenient , walking distance to the town, public transport every ten minu..." Show more
"I like the friendly atmosphere and the fact that it's location is extremely convenient , walking distance to the town, public transport every ten minutes. We have a lively social team who organise activities for those who wish to participate, i.e. quiz, cards, art, bingo, meals, outings, craft, coffee mornings." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"I like the friendly atmosphere and the fact that it's location is extremely convenient , walking distance to the town, public transport every ten minutes. We have a lively social team who organise activities for those who wish to participate, i.e. quiz, cards, art, bingo, meals, outings, craft, coffee mornings." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"Waterford Court has a warm, friendly atmosphere. Fun & laughter every day. Residents care without being intrusive. We all enjoy life!"
Made by a staff member in 2017
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.
