Common Road

Retirement housing
Deanesly Way, Wincanton, Somerset, BA9 9RG
Deanesly Way, Wincanton, Somerset, BA9 9RG

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Manager's Description

"Located in a quiet rural location in Wincanton, Somerset, Common Road offers 26 units of accommodation comprising four self-contained 1-bedroom flats, four 2-bedroom bungalows and eighteen 1-bedroom b..." Show more "Located in a quiet rural location in Wincanton, Somerset, Common Road offers 26 units of accommodation comprising four self-contained 1-bedroom flats, four 2-bedroom bungalows and eighteen 1-bedroom bungalows. There is a communal lounge, shower room, communal kitchen and staff sleep in room. The communal kitchen is used to prepare the daily midday meals." Show less

Main Facts

Retirement housing
Tenure(s): Rent (social landlord)
Care provider: Care South
25 bungalows. Built in 1973. Sizes 1 bedroom, 2 bedroom. Includes mobility and wheelchair standard properties.
on-site care staff, Visiting management staff (Independent Living Partner and Tenancy Support), Non-resident management staff (7 days) and Careline alarm service
Lounge, Garden, Activities room, Assisted bathing facility
Whole site accessible by wheelchair. Access to site easy. Distances: bus stop 1 mile(s); shop 1 mile(s); post office 1 mile(s); town centre 1 mile(s); GP 1 mile(s).
Regular Social activities include: coffee mornings, games, exercises, meals, crafts. Both cats & dogs generally accepted, but not to be replaced (permission to be sought).
Housing Authority: Somerset West and Taunton
Social Care Authority: Somerset

Info updated: 08/06/2023
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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.uk

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:
Care services
Community spirit
Consultation
Link with community at large
Meals
Practicality of the individual apartments
Quality of design
Quality of the building and facilities
Quality of the facilities
Quality of the garden
Quality of the individual apartments
Staff role and interaction

Comments made in nominations for the EAC National Housing for Older People Awards

"Lovely atmosphere to work in, friendly caring staff, lovely residents, who are all treated with dignity and respect. Events organised on a regular bas..." Show more
"Lovely atmosphere to work in, friendly caring staff, lovely residents, who are all treated with dignity and respect. Events organised on a regular basis for the residents" Show less

Made by a staff member in 2019

"All very caring people. I enjoy seeing them. They can't do enough for us all and I admire their dedication."
Made by a resident in 2017

"Most friendly support, especially when we need it most."
Made by a resident in 2017

"I like the support from my scheme manager when I need help."
Made by a resident in 2017

"Prompt and efficient supply of services. Cheerful helpful staff. My quality of housing."
Made by a resident in 2017

"Spacious. There is help if needed. I like the early call."
Made by a resident in 2017

"Helpful; nothing too much trouble. Peace of mind/"
Made by a resident in 2017

"It is wonderful to live here. Everyone is very kind and thoughtful. I am very comfortable."
Made by a resident in 2017

"I Really like living here; I am very happy, I have no complaints. Staff help me when i need it."
Made by a resident in 2017

"I am happy that I live here as the staff are so helpful. When I was sick they came in to see me and get help; so it's a good place."
Made by a resident in 2017

"I like living here, it is nice and quiet. Everyone looks out for one another. All staff are cheerful and happy."
Made by a resident in 2017

"Everyone is so friendly."
Made by a resident in 2017

"I like living here, the people are lovely and I just like it."
Made by a resident in 2017

"There are some nice fields around the scheme where I can walk the dog. All the people in the scheme are friendly."
Made by a resident in 2017

"It is a nice quiet scheme and everyone is very friendly."
Made by a resident in 2017

"I like living here as all the staff are very kind to me."
Made by a resident in 2017

"Work for scheme at night shifts and weekends."
Made by a staff member in 2017

"I like all the staff and the way they support so Betty can live independently in her own property."
Made by a resident in 2017

"The staff are more than helpful, they go out of their way to make sure you are looked after properly; and nothing is too much trouble."
Made by a resident in 2017

"All the people that live here are friendly. If anything goes wrong the wardens are soon here. There is something going on in the hub every day. I don'..." Show more
"All the people that live here are friendly. If anything goes wrong the wardens are soon here. There is something going on in the hub every day. I don't go to everything, I only go to coffee morning on Wednesday." Show less

Made by a resident in 2017

"Staff are very helpful, with medication or dog walking when I feel unwell. I enjoy the lunch that is provided daily in the lounge. I love living here ..." Show more
"Staff are very helpful, with medication or dog walking when I feel unwell. I enjoy the lunch that is provided daily in the lounge. I love living here 100%." Show less

Made by a resident in 2017

"Only just moved in, but have received excellent support."
Made by a resident in 2017

"Very friendly staff and residents, giving peace of mind, always there to help."
Made by a resident in 2017

"Very peaceful. Helpful staff who are always friendly, always there when needed."
Made by a resident in 2017
National Housing for Older People Awards
National commended award winner
in the EAC Housing for Older People Awards 2017.
Category: Housing-with-care under 36 units.
Sponsor: .
National bronze award winner
in the EAC Housing for Older People Awards 2015.
Category: Housing-with-care 18-35 units.
Sponsor: Housing LIN.
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