Gresley Road

Age exclusive housing / Retirement housing
Balby, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN4 0LS
Balby, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN4 0LS

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Manager's Description

"Our high-quality housing for older people allows residents to live comfortably, securely, and independently whilst in the knowledge that help is there if they need it. At Gresley Road we offer purpose..." Show more "Our high-quality housing for older people allows residents to live comfortably, securely, and independently whilst in the knowledge that help is there if they need it. At Gresley Road we offer purpose-built rental properties for people over the age of 60 or over 55 if you are in receipt of PIP (Personal Independence Payment) or DLA (Disability Living Allowance). Each flat or bungalow consists of a kitchen, lounge, bathroom and bedroom/s with a 24-hour alarm service if ever you have an emergency. Gresley Road offers a wide range of facilities, including a communal lounge and garden, an on-site laundry, communal parking bays and a guest room for visitors. The bungalows are located in a quiet cul-de sac which has a wooded area encouraging lots of natural wildlife. There are two GP surgeries, chemist, library, variety of shops, cafes, and supermarkets close by, the centre of town is a 15 minute walk or there is a regular bus service at the end of the road. The main hospital is just off the centre of town and can be accessed by bus or park and ride. There is a very active local community including a bowls club and events held at local parks throughout the year. There is a Scheme Manager service responsible for the management of the building, security and communal areas. For more information or to arrange a viewing, please call 0800 1313348 (from landline) or 0300 123 3511 (from mobile) or email contactus@sanctuary-housing.co.uk" Show less

Main Facts

Age exclusive housing / Retirement housing
Tenure(s): Rent (social landlord)
46 bungalows. Built in 1994. Sizes 2 bedroom. Includes mobility and wheelchair standard properties.
Visiting management staff, Non-resident management staff and Careline alarm service
Lounge, Guest facilities, Garden
Whole site accessible by wheelchair. Access to site easy. Distances: bus stop 100 yards; shop 200 yards; post office 200 yards; town centre 0.5 mile(s); GP 1 mile(s); social centre 0.5 mile(s).
Weekly Social activities include: unlimited events, Bingo, coffee mornings, organised by residents. New residents accepted from 60 years of age.
Housing Authority: Doncaster
Social Care Authority: Doncaster

Info updated: 08/01/2018
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Availability

Many council and housing association lettings in this area are made through a 'Choice Based Lettings' system called Doncaster HomeChoice. See how to register and then bid for properties at: https://www.doncasterhomechoice.co.uk/
National Housing for Older People Awards
National gold award winner
in the EAC Housing for Older People Awards 2011.
Category: Digital Inclusion in Retirement.
Sponsor: Housing 21.
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