St Margaret's House

Retirement housing
1461 London Road, Leigh-on-Sea, Essex, SS9 2SB
1461 London Road, Leigh-on-Sea, Essex, SS9 2SB

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Managed by
Abbeyfield Southend Society Ltd
Comfort, companionship and security

Living at home can become harder as you get older. But choosing to move into supported living accommodation doesn't have to mean losing your independence. In fact, many of our residents tell us it feels like a new beginning.

Manager's Description

"St Margaret's House is situated in the thriving and popular area of Leigh-on-Sea in Essex, close to plenty of shops, bars, restaurants and stunning Belton Hills Nature Reserve. The house accommodates ..." Show more "St Margaret's House is situated in the thriving and popular area of Leigh-on-Sea in Essex, close to plenty of shops, bars, restaurants and stunning Belton Hills Nature Reserve. The house accommodates up to 10 Residents in well presented en-suite rooms within close proximity to local shops and facilities. We are close to the nearest station, which has fantastic mainline links to London Fenchurch St station for those who wish to explore further afield." Show less

Main Facts

Retirement housing
Tenure(s): Rent (social landlord)
10 flats. Built in 1920. Sizes studio.
Visiting management staff (directly employed on-call staff for out of hours), Non-resident management staff (7 days) and Careline alarm service
Lounge, Dining room, Laundry, Guest facilities, Garden
Access to site easy. Distances: bus stop 10 yards.
Regular Social activities include: Coffee mornings, plenty of activities and outings to get involved with if you wish. Meal(s) available (two meals every day).
Housing Authority: Southend-on-Sea
Social Care Authority: Southend-on-Sea

Info updated: 30/04/2020
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Availability

Abbefield welcomes enquiries for future vacancies in this House.

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:
Community spirit
Number / size of facilities
Privacy
Quality of design
Quality of the building and facilities
Quality of the facilities
Quality of the garden
Quality of the individual apartments
Staff role and interaction

Comments made in nominations for the EAC National Housing for Older People Awards

"It's so homely and friendly"
Made by a staff member in 2019

"My mother is a resident at this house and I feel it is a safe, friendly and secure location for her. The food is excellent."
Made by a visitor in 2017

"Home friendly atmosphere"
Made by a staff member in 2017

"It's a lovely home with a fantastic house committee, very nice garden in a nice area"
Made by a staff member in 2017

"It is a happy, friendly and welcoming place where Residents can feel safe, secure and appreciated. Volunteer committee members give up an enormous amo..." Show more
"It is a happy, friendly and welcoming place where Residents can feel safe, secure and appreciated. Volunteer committee members give up an enormous amount of time to provide all the little extras our Residents need. The organisation is very well managed. Staff are happy." Show less

Made by a staff member in 2017
Managed by
Abbeyfield Southend Society Ltd
Comfort, companionship and security

Living at home can become harder as you get older. But choosing to move into supported living accommodation doesn't have to mean losing your independence. In fact, many of our residents tell us it feels like a new beginning.

National Housing for Older People Awards
East of England region gold award winner
in the EAC Housing for Older People Awards 2019.
Category: Retirement housing under 25 units.
Sponsor: ERoSH.
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