Ferndean

Retirement housing
3 Garngaber Avenue, Lenzie, Kirkintilloch, Glasgow, G66 4LJ
3 Garngaber Avenue, Lenzie, Kirkintilloch, Glasgow, G66 4LJ

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Manager's Description

"Abbeyfield Scotland Lenzie, also known as Ferndean, is a much-loved Lenzie landmark. It is one of our most sought-after houses, benefiting from attractive grounds, impressive frontage, and visits from..." Show more "Abbeyfield Scotland Lenzie, also known as Ferndean, is a much-loved Lenzie landmark. It is one of our most sought-after houses, benefiting from attractive grounds, impressive frontage, and visits from the Friends of Abbeyfield Volunteers.

With sheltered accommodation for ten residents, it provides home-cooked meals, social activities, shared entertaining spaces, and a community alarm system so you can get on with enjoying life.

We can help arrange additional care and support when required." Show less

Main Facts

Retirement housing
Tenure(s): Rent (social landlord)
10 flats. Built in 1900 and renovated in 1989. Sizes studio. Includes mobility standard properties.
Visiting management staff (local authority), Non-resident management staff and Careline alarm service
Lounge, Dining room, Laundry, Garden
Access to site easy, but less so for less mobile people. Distances: bus stop 20 yards; shop 50 yards; post office 50 yards; town centre 2 mile(s); GP 0.5 mile(s).
Monthly Social activities. Meal(s) available (two meals every day).
Housing Authority: East Dunbartonshire
Social Care Authority: East Dunbartonshire

Info updated: 30/04/2020
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Availability

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

"I work in ferndean lenzie and i love the family feel that that the house provides ,I’m relatively new to the house and the residents and anyone who ..." Show more
"I work in ferndean lenzie and i love the family feel that that the house provides ,I’m relatively new to the house and the residents and anyone who comes into the house always make me feel welcome , I also enjoy meal times where we all have good fun" Show less

Made by a staff member in 2019

"Ferndean is a happy place to work. We all work together to make it as homely and comfortable as possible for the residents who live there. I treat the..." Show more
"Ferndean is a happy place to work. We all work together to make it as homely and comfortable as possible for the residents who live there. I treat them like extended family and they are all very appreciative for all we do for them. Love my place of work " Show less

Made by a staff member in 2019

"My mother has never been happier and for that I am sincerely grateful to all the housekeepers."
Made by a visitor in 2019

"The room is spacious with a view of Campsie Hills. The Housekeepers are caring and helpful of my needs. Our food is good with freshly made meals. I ..." Show more
"The room is spacious with a view of Campsie Hills. The Housekeepers are caring and helpful of my needs. Our food is good with freshly made meals. I have all the independence I want and need. My family are grateful that I now live here. Thank you." Show less

Made by a resident in 2019

"The house managers create a beautiful friendly atmosphere which make all residents feel like extended family, and visitors welcome and inclusive. Thro..." Show more
"The house managers create a beautiful friendly atmosphere which make all residents feel like extended family, and visitors welcome and inclusive. Through wonderful communication, a caring attitude and loving environment Abbeyfield House Lenzie is the perfect home for all to enjoy life. " Show less

Made by a visitor in 2019

"It is a lovely environment for my father with only 10 rooms, the staff and volunteers are so friendly and helpful. The food and service is amazing. E..." Show more
"It is a lovely environment for my father with only 10 rooms, the staff and volunteers are so friendly and helpful. The food and service is amazing. Everyone goes above and beyond to make you and the residents feel safe, secure and welcome." Show less

Made by a visitor in 2019

"The staff are wonderful - helpful and caring, with a positive spirit. The environment is home-like with bright and cheery communal facilities."
Made by a visitor in 2019

"The staff are friendly and hardworking, and the volunteer group are supportive and helpful to both the residents and the staff. The house itself is v..." Show more
"The staff are friendly and hardworking, and the volunteer group are supportive and helpful to both the residents and the staff. The house itself is very appealing." Show less

Made by a staff member in 2017

"House is solid Victorian and always warm. My room is large and accommodates all I need. Staff are helpful & friendly. Food good. Shops, bus stop & rai..." Show more
"House is solid Victorian and always warm. My room is large and accommodates all I need. Staff are helpful & friendly. Food good. Shops, bus stop & railway station within a few hundred yards." Show less

Made by a resident in 2017

"It has a friendly homely feeling. Staff are very helpful to both residents and visitors."
Made by a visitor in 2017
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