Braziers Field
Hertford, Hertfordshire, SG13 7JS
Hertford, Hertfordshire, SG13 7JS
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We believe that later life is for living
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Manager's Description
"This medium sized development has 28 two bedroom houses and bungalows set in well maintained shared gardens. The properties are in a quiet residential area which backs onto some green space and woodla..." Show more "This medium sized development has 28 two bedroom houses and bungalows set in well maintained shared gardens. The properties are in a quiet residential area which backs onto some green space and woodland.You won’t have to worry about buildings and grounds maintenance or repairs as an on-site manager looks after these points, as well as helping you to access further help and support if you need it." Show less
Main Facts
Retirement housing
Tenure(s): Leasehold
28 bungalows. Built in 1985. Sizes 2 bedroom.
Resident management staff (part time) and Careline alarm service
Lounge, Garden
Whole site accessible by wheelchair. Access to site fairly easy. Distances: bus stop 440 yards; post office 440 yards; town centre 1 mile(s); GP 0.5 mile(s).
Regular Social activities include: on-site coffee mornings and garden parties, & off-site lunches and trips etc, organised by residents and estate manager. New residents accepted from 55 years of age. Both cats & dogs generally accepted (subject to prior approval and conditions).
Housing Authority: East Hertfordshire
Social Care Authority: Hertfordshire
Info updated: 15/05/2021
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Comments made in nominations for the EAC National Housing for Older People Awards
"It’s a friendly, caring community. A real feeling of everyone looking out for others. The warden is always quick to react to any issues raised."
Made by a resident in 2019
Made by a resident in 2019
"The warm, friendly, caring environment it creates for its residents."
Made by a visitor in 2019
Made by a visitor in 2019
"It is a fantastic place for the elderly to live. "
Made by a visitor in 2019
Made by a visitor in 2019
"There is a really good spirit amongst the residents and with the estate staff"
Made by a visitor in 2019
Made by a visitor in 2019
"My parents in law moved in 3 months ago aged 85 and 87 and I can honestly say the change in them both is fantastic... the lovely residents, the genera..." Show more
"My parents in law moved in 3 months ago aged 85 and 87 and I can honestly say the change in them both is fantastic... the lovely residents, the general care from the association and Gary Clarke as the manager. They are very well looked after." Show less
Made by a visitor in 2019
"My parents in law moved in 3 months ago aged 85 and 87 and I can honestly say the change in them both is fantastic... the lovely residents, the general care from the association and Gary Clarke as the manager. They are very well looked after." Show less
Made by a visitor in 2019
"Well managed, well maintained, comfortable and friendly with picturesque grounds and no through traffic."
Made by a staff member in 2019
Made by a staff member in 2019
"My grandparents have recently moved in and love it. There is a great social aspect which they didn't have before and the properties and grounds are be..." Show more
"My grandparents have recently moved in and love it. There is a great social aspect which they didn't have before and the properties and grounds are beautifully maintained." Show less
Made by a visitor in 2019
"My grandparents have recently moved in and love it. There is a great social aspect which they didn't have before and the properties and grounds are beautifully maintained." Show less
Made by a visitor in 2019
"I am a carer who visits several residents. I'm impressed by the caring community atmosphere, the sense of security and belonging, the excellent groun..." Show more
"I am a carer who visits several residents. I'm impressed by the caring community atmosphere, the sense of security and belonging, the excellent grounds maintenance, the way residents help each other, the good organisation of works, the helpful Estate Manager Gary, the social activities and the prompt alarm responses." Show less
Made by a staff member in 2019
"I am a carer who visits several residents. I'm impressed by the caring community atmosphere, the sense of security and belonging, the excellent grounds maintenance, the way residents help each other, the good organisation of works, the helpful Estate Manager Gary, the social activities and the prompt alarm responses." Show less
Made by a staff member in 2019
"It is a small friendly community. There is a communal lounge where activities are offered. There also some wonderful chickens ( providing eggs and a p..." Show more
"It is a small friendly community. There is a communal lounge where activities are offered. There also some wonderful chickens ( providing eggs and a place to visit)" Show less
Made by a visitor in 2019
"It is a small friendly community. There is a communal lounge where activities are offered. There also some wonderful chickens ( providing eggs and a place to visit)" Show less
Made by a visitor in 2019
"The manager is so welcoming and supportive. The residents are happy and jolly. It is a pleasure to visit "
Made by a visitor in 2019
Made by a visitor in 2019
"Wonderful community feel. Living close by I get invited to join them for events such as knitting poppies, making cards, fish and chip suppers etc. co-..." Show more
"Wonderful community feel. Living close by I get invited to join them for events such as knitting poppies, making cards, fish and chip suppers etc. co-ordinated by their Hanover Housing Manager Gary Clarke " Show less
Made by a visitor in 2019
"Wonderful community feel. Living close by I get invited to join them for events such as knitting poppies, making cards, fish and chip suppers etc. co-ordinated by their Hanover Housing Manager Gary Clarke " Show less
Made by a visitor in 2019
"Lovely welcoming environment, residents are very happy and it's always great to see them all when we are working in the grounds."
Made by a staff member in 2019
Made by a staff member in 2019
"I love the environment and community spirit. It’s fabulous. "
Made by a visitor in 2019
Made by a visitor in 2019
"Great community spirit, providing a friendly, inclusive and safe environment for couples and singles. Excellent maintenance of the houses and grounds,..." Show more
"Great community spirit, providing a friendly, inclusive and safe environment for couples and singles. Excellent maintenance of the houses and grounds, even in sudden bad weather. the best I've seen" Show less
Made by a visitor in 2019
"Great community spirit, providing a friendly, inclusive and safe environment for couples and singles. Excellent maintenance of the houses and grounds, even in sudden bad weather. the best I've seen" Show less
Made by a visitor in 2019
"Friendly community, members organise their own fun events to include friends, relatives and other members of the wider community. Residents seem very..." Show more
"Friendly community, members organise their own fun events to include friends, relatives and other members of the wider community. Residents seem very happy and are supportive of one another. " Show less
Made by a visitor in 2019
"Friendly community, members organise their own fun events to include friends, relatives and other members of the wider community. Residents seem very happy and are supportive of one another. " Show less
Made by a visitor in 2019
"Lovely accommodation with access to town, peaceful location, excellent programme of events, nice little community, cant think of a nicer place to be l..." Show more
"Lovely accommodation with access to town, peaceful location, excellent programme of events, nice little community, cant think of a nicer place to be living in the twilight years." Show less
Made by a visitor in 2019
"Lovely accommodation with access to town, peaceful location, excellent programme of events, nice little community, cant think of a nicer place to be living in the twilight years." Show less
Made by a visitor in 2019
"My mother lives in Braziers Field"
Made by a visitor in 2019
Made by a visitor in 2019
"Truly caring community with fun thoughtful activities for the residents. "
Made by a visitor in 2019
Made by a visitor in 2019
"A great place happy friendly and everybody looks out for one another"
Made by a resident in 2019
Made by a resident in 2019
"It had a brilliant community feel, with many events run by Gary, the resident warden. "
Made by a visitor in 2019
Made by a visitor in 2019
"There's a strong community among the residents. Those who can, give generously of their time and spirit to create neighbourly activity. From sharing a..." Show more
"There's a strong community among the residents. Those who can, give generously of their time and spirit to create neighbourly activity. From sharing a smile, a casual chat and regular small acts of kindness." Show less
Made by a staff member in 2019
"There's a strong community among the residents. Those who can, give generously of their time and spirit to create neighbourly activity. From sharing a smile, a casual chat and regular small acts of kindness." Show less
Made by a staff member in 2019
"the residents have their independance in a friedly and supportive environment due to great community spirit encouraged by the work of Gary."
Made by a visitor in 2019
Made by a visitor in 2019
"Extremely friendly and caring neighbourhood- if only there were more “Braziers Fields”!!!"
Made by a visitor in 2019
Made by a visitor in 2019
Managed by
We believe that later life is for living
Helping people enjoy later life is our passion. It has been for 60 years. And today, we offer an impressive choice of housing, care homes and services at almost 1,700 locations across England.
National Housing for Older People Awards
in the EAC Housing for Older People Awards 2019.
Category: Retirement housing 25-30 units.
Sponsor: ARHM.
Category: Retirement housing 25-30 units.
Sponsor: ARHM.
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.
