Mill Court
Mill Road, Barnstaple, Devon, EX31 1JF
Mill Road, Barnstaple, Devon, EX31 1JF
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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 Mill Court, 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 Mill Court, 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 consists of a kitchen, lounge, bathroom and bedroom/s with a 24-hour alarm service if ever you have an emergency. Mill Court offers a wide range of facilities, including a communal lounge, communal garden, an on-site laundry, communal parking bays and a guest room for visitors.
The flats are located in a quiet residential area, close to local shops, bus routes, doctors surgeries, a library and next to the river. 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
Retirement housing
Tenure(s): Rent (social landlord)
35 flats. Built in 1985. Sizes 1 bedroom, 2 bedroom. Includes mobility standard properties.
Non-resident management staff (part time) and Careline alarm service
Lift, Lounge, Laundry, Guest facilities, Garden
Access to site fairly easy, but less so for less mobile people. Distances: bus stop 800 yards; shop 400 yards; post office 700 yards; town centre 500 yards; GP 600 yards; social centre 1.5 mile(s).
Regular Social activities include: on site recreation. New residents accepted from 55 years of age.
Housing Authority: North Devon
Social Care Authority: Devon
Info updated: 24/01/2018
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Availability
Many council and housing association lettings in this area are made through a 'Choice Based Lettings' system called Devon Home Choice. See how to register and then bid for properties at: https://www.devonhomechoice.com/Comments made in nominations for the EAC National Housing for Older People Awards
"I can stay in my flat or join in activities with residents. Happy with building (see form)"
Made by a resident in 2019
Made by a resident in 2019
"Happy to have my independence at my age, with my flat plus kitchen to cook my own food. A good scheme manager if I need to talk. From a 90 year old!"
Made by a resident in 2019
Made by a resident in 2019
"I feel safe now that the front door has been repaired (9 weeks)"
Made by a resident in 2019
Made by a resident in 2019
"I like the company of other residents, playing bingo and coffee afternoons."
Made by a resident in 2019
Made by a resident in 2019
"It is nice and quiet"
Made by a resident in 2019
Made by a resident in 2019
"I think I am happier here than in my previous accommodation"
Made by a resident in 2019
Made by a resident in 2019
"It is quiet and the other residents are friendly. Also I feel safe."
Made by a resident in 2019
Made by a resident in 2019
"I am happy living here as the people are friendly."
Made by a resident in 2019
Made by a resident in 2019
"Happy in my flat, but the cleaning has deteriorated. I like the social events."
Made by a resident in 2019
Made by a resident in 2019
"My flat is big. I feel safe."
Made by a resident in 2019
Made by a resident in 2019
"I love my flat and I feel very safe here."
Made by a resident in 2019
Made by a resident in 2019
"Lots of communal things and we all look after each other. Residents are like second family."
Made by a resident in 2019
Made by a resident in 2019
"I feel safe now the door has been repaired. Most people are friendly."
Made by a resident in 2019
Made by a resident in 2019
"I feel safe. Easy for carers. Entrance has been repaired after 9 weeks."
Made by a resident in 2019
Made by a resident in 2019
"They don't deserve a reward; it's just rubbish."
Made by a resident in 2019
Made by a resident in 2019
"People are kind and friendly. We have a wonderful warden in Wendy Holmes, who is a well organised person."
Made by a resident in 2019
Made by a resident in 2019
"We have always loved it here and made lots of friends. Our scheme manager is one of the best."
Made by a resident in 2019
Made by a resident in 2019
"This like a 5 star hotel (see form)"
Made by a resident in 2019
Made by a resident in 2019
"I am happy living here, but fed up with no signal on TV."
Made by a resident in 2019
Made by a resident in 2019
"It's very easy going here. The scheme manager is very helpful and understanding in every way possible."
Made by a resident in 2019
Made by a resident in 2019
"I am very happy in my flat but I wasn't happy with the main door entry not being repaired for 9 weeks and didn't feel safe."
Made by a resident in 2019
Made by a resident in 2019
"It is a very safe building to live in, it is clean & comfortable. The scheme is well run & is also within my budget for renting a home I join in with ..." Show more
"It is a very safe building to live in, it is clean & comfortable. The scheme is well run & is also within my budget for renting a home I join in with social events that are organised by other tenants or scheme manager." Show less
Made by a resident in 2019
"It is a very safe building to live in, it is clean & comfortable. The scheme is well run & is also within my budget for renting a home I join in with social events that are organised by other tenants or scheme manager." Show less
Made by a resident in 2019
"Mill Court is a very nice place to live.It is clean and we have an on site Manager.The building is modern and warm and we have a lift."
Made by a resident in 2019
Made by a resident in 2019
"I like living at Mill Court because it is a safe environment.Its a nice modern building its clean and has a lift and in a great location.
There is a c..." Show more
"I like living at Mill Court because it is a safe environment.Its a nice modern building its clean and has a lift and in a great location.
There is a communal lounge to meet others and organise events for us all
" Show less
Made by a resident in 2019
There is a c..." Show more
"I like living at Mill Court because it is a safe environment.Its a nice modern building its clean and has a lift and in a great location.
There is a communal lounge to meet others and organise events for us all
" Show less
Made by a resident in 2019
"It is a very happy place,the residents are friendly and are from all parts of the country.Almost every day there is some activity and during the year ..." Show more
"It is a very happy place,the residents are friendly and are from all parts of the country.Almost every day there is some activity and during the year days trips are organised by one of the residents,It is close to town,doctors & hospital. The Site Manager is excellent." Show less
Made by a resident in 2019
"It is a very happy place,the residents are friendly and are from all parts of the country.Almost every day there is some activity and during the year days trips are organised by one of the residents,It is close to town,doctors & hospital. The Site Manager is excellent." Show less
Made by a resident in 2019
National Housing for Older People Awards
in the EAC Housing for Older People Awards 2019.
Category: Retirement housing 31-36 units.
Sponsor: Retirement Homesearch.
Category: Retirement housing 31-36 units.
Sponsor: Retirement Homesearch.