Cockshaw Court
Hexham, Northumberland, NE46 3HU
Hexham, Northumberland, NE46 3HU
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Main Facts
Retirement housing
Tenure(s): Rent (social landlord)
28 flats. Built in 1989. Sizes studio, 1 bedroom, 2 bedroom.
Visiting management staff (Mobile Response service), Non-resident management staff (part time) and Careline alarm service
Lift, Lounge, Laundry, Garden, Hobby room, Assisted bathing facility
Whole site accessible by wheelchair. Access to site easy, but less so for less mobile people. Distances: bus stop 0.5 mile(s); shop 500 yards; post office 0.5 mile(s); town centre 0.5 mile(s); GP 1 mile(s); social centre 300 yards.
Regular Social activities include: linch club, rookie golf, coffee morning, bingo and card making club, organised by Scheme officer and residents. New residents accepted from 60 years of age.
Housing Authority: Northumberland
Social Care Authority: Northumberland
Info updated: 21/01/2015
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Availability
Many council and housing association lettings in this area are made through a 'Choice Based Lettings' system called Northumberland Homefinder. See how to register and then bid for properties at: https://www.northumberlandhomefinder.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: Consultation
Number / size of facilities
Privacy
Quality of the building and facilities
Quality of the facilities
Safety and security
Comments made in nominations for the EAC National Housing for Older People Awards
"My son also lives in Hexham. I like Hexham town and surrounding countryside."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"Safe & secure housing. Easy access to help if required. Friendly and helpful staff. Friendly neighbours. Lucky to have this type of accommodation."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"Because it's sheltered housing."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"I have been the only tenant in this flat since they were built (approx 28 years). I am as happy today as I was the day I moved in. It's pleasant, peac..." Show more
"I have been the only tenant in this flat since they were built (approx 28 years). I am as happy today as I was the day I moved in. It's pleasant, peaceful, friendly, I feel well looked after." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"I have been the only tenant in this flat since they were built (approx 28 years). I am as happy today as I was the day I moved in. It's pleasant, peaceful, friendly, I feel well looked after." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"My flat is warm & comfortable. I get the sun in all afternoon - makes it bright and cheerful. the outlook is pleasant; we are very near the river & th..." Show more
"My flat is warm & comfortable. I get the sun in all afternoon - makes it bright and cheerful. the outlook is pleasant; we are very near the river & the Sele. Our scheme officer is very friendly & helpful, and sorts out any problems that occur. Other residents are very sociable." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"My flat is warm & comfortable. I get the sun in all afternoon - makes it bright and cheerful. the outlook is pleasant; we are very near the river & the Sele. Our scheme officer is very friendly & helpful, and sorts out any problems that occur. Other residents are very sociable." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"Nice & peaceful."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"I like the company."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"Because it's a secluded area and good for people with disabilities. We can get in touch with the warden and people who can help."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"The people here are friendly and it's peaceful."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"Very nice comfortable flat, good home, problems dealt with fairly quickly. Members of staff very approachable. Surrounds well maintained."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017