Robert Wheatman Court

Retirement housing
off Buttermere Street, Grangetown, Sunderland, Tyne & Wear, SR2 9PN
off Buttermere Street, Grangetown, Sunderland, Tyne & Wear, SR2 9PN

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Managed by
Housing 21
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

"Robert Wheatman Court is situated in Grangetown Sunderland and is surrounded by beautiful gardens. It consists of 28 double and 10 single flats. On-site facilities include a large communal lounge, wel..." Show more "Robert Wheatman Court is situated in Grangetown Sunderland and is surrounded by beautiful gardens. It consists of 28 double and 10 single flats. On-site facilities include a large communal lounge, well equipped laundry room, a passenger lift, guest room, hairdressers, and a library. The Court is approximately 2 miles from Sunderland shopping centre and 4 miles from Seaburn coastal line. There is a regular bus service which enables a more direct access to the local amenities.

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): Rent (social landlord)
38 flats. Built in 1987. Sizes 1 bedroom. Includes mobility standard properties.
Resident management staff and Careline alarm service
Lift, Lounge, Laundry, Guest facilities, Garden
Access to site fairly easy. Distances: bus stop 0.5 mile(s); shop 0.5 mile(s); post office 0.5 mile(s); town centre 2 mile(s); GP 2 mile(s).
Weekly Social activities include: coffee mornings, bingo, social events, hairdresser, shop/stall, dominoes, whist, organised by residents' social club. New residents accepted from 55 years of age. Both cats & dogs generally accepted, but not to be replaced.
Housing Authority: Sunderland
Social Care Authority: Sunderland

Info updated: 15/11/2021
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Availability

Housing 21 welcomes enquiries for future vacancies in this Court.
Managed by
Housing 21
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.

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