Marigold Court
Marigold Avenue, Old Fold, Gateshead, Tyne & Wear, NE10 0DZ
Marigold Avenue, Old Fold, Gateshead, Tyne & Wear, NE10 0DZ
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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
"Marigold Court offers a quiet, comfortable living environment with a range of amenities and care facilities on-site, all within easy reach of a large selection of attractions and activities in Gateshe..." Show more "Marigold Court offers a quiet, comfortable living environment with a range of amenities and care facilities on-site, all within easy reach of a large selection of attractions and activities in Gateshead and Newcastle.The court is opposite Gateshead International Stadium and Sports College and close to the town centre and Newcastle city centre. These offer a wealth of attractions, including museums, art galleries, cinemas, theatres, music venues, bars and restaurants. Shoppers can visit the Eldon Square and Metro Centre retail developments. Buses run frequently and there are stops just outside the court gates. There is a large Asda store, doctors surgery, pharmacy and church all close to the court.
Marigold Court itself has extensive landscaped gardens, including a sensory garden, with patios and seating areas. The court has a ‘Tubs ‘n’ Shrubs’ group to keep the patio areas in bloom. There is an on-site restaurant, hair salon, shop, small library, activities room and reminiscence room. Assisted bathing facilities are also available. On the first floor there is an attractive communal lounge with tea making facilities and a guest room. There is an emergency call system in place." Show less
Main Facts
Extra care housing
Tenure(s): Rent (social landlord)
Care provider: Housing 21
58 flats, bungalows. Built in 2005. Sizes 1 bedroom, 2 bedroom, 3 bedroom.
Extra Care scheme with on-site care staff, Non-resident management staff and Careline alarm service
Lift, Lounge, Dining room, Restaurant open to the public, Laundry, Guest facilities, Garden, Cafe/bistro, Shop, Hairdressing salon, Library, Assisted bathing facility
Whole site accessible by wheelchair. Access to site easy, but less so for less mobile people. Distances: bus stop 100 yards; shop 200 yards; post office 1 mile(s); town centre 2 mile(s); GP 2 mile(s); social centre 2 mile(s).
Regular Social activities include: Activities at Marigold Court include pamper days, quiz afternoons, bingo, coffee mornings and social events. There are links in place with local schools who visit regularly. There is a bric-a-brac shop and book exchange, and the local library service visits the court.. Meal(s) available. New residents accepted from 55 years of age.
Housing Authority: Gateshead
Social Care Authority: Gateshead
Info updated: 12/08/2015
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Availability
Housing 21 welcomes enquiries for future vacancies in this Court.Comments made in nominations for the EAC National Housing for Older People Awards
"Excellent all round. Great staff and management "
Made by a visitor in 2019
Made by a visitor in 2019
Managed by
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.