St Gilda's
Millfield, Chard, Somerset, TA20 2AF
Millfield, Chard, Somerset, TA20 2AF
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Manager's Description
"Located just a 10-minute walk from Chard town centre in Somerset, St Gildas offers 35 units of self-contained, 1-bedroomed accommodation. There is a communal lounge, laundry room, bathroom (with hoist..." Show more "Located just a 10-minute walk from Chard town centre in Somerset, St Gildas offers 35 units of self-contained, 1-bedroomed accommodation. There is a communal lounge, laundry room, bathroom (with hoist) and staff sleep- in room. There is also a communal kitchen which is used to prepare the daily midday meals." Show lessMain Facts
Retirement housing
Tenure(s): Rent (social landlord)
Care provider: Care South
35 flats. Built in 1985 and renovated in 2003. Sizes 1 bedroom. Includes mobility and wheelchair standard properties.
Visiting management staff (Sleep-in night staff), Non-resident management staff and Careline alarm service
Lift, Lounge, Dining room, Laundry, Guest facilities, Garden, Community centre, Assisted bathing facility
Whole site accessible by wheelchair. Access to site easy. Distances: bus stop 0.5 mile(s); shop 0.5 mile(s); town centre 0.5 mile(s); GP 0.5 mile(s).
Weekly Social activities include: coffee mornings, games, church servies, meals, music, fundraiding, organised by scheme staff, tenants and care staff.
Housing Authority: Somerset West and Taunton
Social Care Authority: Somerset
Info updated: 08/06/2021
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Availability
Many council and housing association lettings in this area are made through a 'Choice Based Lettings' system called Homefinder Somerset. See how to register and then bid for properties at: http://www.homechoicensomerset.org.ukResidents' 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: Care services
Community spirit
Lifestyle
Number / size of facilities
Privacy
Quality of design
Quality of the building and facilities
Quality of the facilities
Quality of the garden
Safety and security
Space standards of individual apartments
Staff role and interaction
Comments made in nominations for the EAC National Housing for Older People Awards
"The flat is OK to live in and the passages are clean and tidy."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"A happy home to live in. You have your own flat, nice lounge, dining room and mot of all the staff are fantastic; nothing is too much trouble for them..." Show more
"A happy home to live in. You have your own flat, nice lounge, dining room and mot of all the staff are fantastic; nothing is too much trouble for them to do. I wouldn't want to live anywhere else." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"A happy home to live in. You have your own flat, nice lounge, dining room and mot of all the staff are fantastic; nothing is too much trouble for them to do. I wouldn't want to live anywhere else." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"Company, someone on site to help, meals & cleaning services."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"This has been my home for 7 years. It is lovely, clean and fresh, and the garden is beautiful. It's nice when someone celebrates their birthday - ever..." Show more
"This has been my home for 7 years. It is lovely, clean and fresh, and the garden is beautiful. It's nice when someone celebrates their birthday - everyone has a good time. The carers are very pleasant." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"This has been my home for 7 years. It is lovely, clean and fresh, and the garden is beautiful. It's nice when someone celebrates their birthday - everyone has a good time. The carers are very pleasant." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"I like it here because we have our own flats and we also have lovely staff."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"The reason I like the place is because people are friendly. the standard of care is outstanding. I like the food. There are always parties to attend. ..." Show more
"The reason I like the place is because people are friendly. the standard of care is outstanding. I like the food. There are always parties to attend. Very clean place." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"The reason I like the place is because people are friendly. the standard of care is outstanding. I like the food. There are always parties to attend. Very clean place." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"Because it is smaller size development with excellent staffing."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"I am very happy here nd feel safe."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"My flat ticks all the care boxes for me. I have my own space. I can cook my own meals or go to the communal room for lunch. I have peace of mind. Ther..." Show more
"My flat ticks all the care boxes for me. I have my own space. I can cook my own meals or go to the communal room for lunch. I have peace of mind. There is someone on site at all times. I like the fact that the manager calls & visits every morning. My flat is all on one level. I have a large wet room which is excellent for me (being physically disabled and registered partially-sighted. I really enjoy the social side of St Gildas. And the laundry facilities. Nowhere could be better for me." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"My flat ticks all the care boxes for me. I have my own space. I can cook my own meals or go to the communal room for lunch. I have peace of mind. There is someone on site at all times. I like the fact that the manager calls & visits every morning. My flat is all on one level. I have a large wet room which is excellent for me (being physically disabled and registered partially-sighted. I really enjoy the social side of St Gildas. And the laundry facilities. Nowhere could be better for me." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"Security, peace of mind. I love the fact that there is always someone on call if needed. the scheme manager is second to none, goes out of his way to ..." Show more
"Security, peace of mind. I love the fact that there is always someone on call if needed. the scheme manager is second to none, goes out of his way to help." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"Security, peace of mind. I love the fact that there is always someone on call if needed. the scheme manager is second to none, goes out of his way to help." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"Near doctors and shops."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"Love waking up each morning at St Gildas. the care and attention we all receive when we are not feeling well. the bright morning call from Chris, the ..." Show more
"Love waking up each morning at St Gildas. the care and attention we all receive when we are not feeling well. the bright morning call from Chris, the manager, and all carers. A lovely cheerful atmosphere." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"Love waking up each morning at St Gildas. the care and attention we all receive when we are not feeling well. the bright morning call from Chris, the manager, and all carers. A lovely cheerful atmosphere." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"Because it's nice & warm here. All the care staff and the scheme manager are very kind and helpful."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"I am happy here. All is well for me. Try living your life as a thank you, ans see if it doesn't lead to a life worth saying thank you for."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"I find the manager and care workers kind and helpful. They put different things on for us to go to, where we all meet, and it gives us something to lo..." Show more
"I find the manager and care workers kind and helpful. They put different things on for us to go to, where we all meet, and it gives us something to look forward to." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"I find the manager and care workers kind and helpful. They put different things on for us to go to, where we all meet, and it gives us something to look forward to." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"Near my old house, so I can visit my old neighbours and friends. Near shops, church and clubs, so I can walk there. The staff seem to be caring. My da..." Show more
"Near my old house, so I can visit my old neighbours and friends. Near shops, church and clubs, so I can walk there. The staff seem to be caring. My daughters have less to worry about." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"Near my old house, so I can visit my old neighbours and friends. Near shops, church and clubs, so I can walk there. The staff seem to be caring. My daughters have less to worry about." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"I am 85 years old. My brother and sisters live near. I like the area, except for the bus service which is useless."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"I am very happy here. Staff excellent and very helpful."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
National Housing for Older People Awards
in the EAC Housing for Older People Awards 2017.
Category: Housing-with-care under 36 units.
Sponsor: .
Category: Housing-with-care under 36 units.
Sponsor: .
in the EAC Housing for Older People Awards 2012.
Category: Housing-with-care 30-44 units.
Sponsor: EAC FirstStop Advice.
Category: Housing-with-care 30-44 units.
Sponsor: EAC FirstStop Advice.
