Emily Court
Barn End Lane, Wilmington, Dartford, Kent, DA2 7QL
Barn End Lane, Wilmington, Dartford, Kent, DA2 7QL
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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
"Set in the beautiful village of Wilmington in Kent, a small village with a rich community life, Emily Court is an extremely sought-after scheme in a pleasant part of the country. As well as being loca..." Show more "Set in the beautiful village of Wilmington in Kent, a small village with a rich community life, Emily Court is an extremely sought-after scheme in a pleasant part of the country. As well as being located in lovely rural surroundings with lots of footpaths and bridle paths, just outside the court buses run to two market towns, Swanley and Dartford, each ten minutes away. From there, there are excellent transport links, with both towns having mainline train stations.Emily Court has state of the art facilities, including a hair salon, gym, activity room, internet café, restaurant and traditional corner shop. There is also the Emily Court Curiosity shop, which sells bric-a-brac. In addition, the court boasts an interactive 1970s reminiscence corner which is popular with all who come to the scheme." Show less
Main Facts
Extra care housing
Tenure(s): Rent (social landlord)
40 flats. Built in 2009. Sizes 1 bedroom, 2 bedroom.
Extra Care scheme with on-site care staff (24 hours / 7 days), Non-resident management staff and Careline alarm service
Lift, Lounge, Restaurant open to the public, Guest facilities, Garden, Activities room, Shop, Hairdressing salon, Bar/pub
Social activities. New residents accepted from 55 years of age.
Housing Authority: Dartford
Social Care Authority: Kent
Info updated: 18/01/2017
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Availability
The following details have been provided to EAC:
Re-let: A two person, one bed flat. (Notified 14/01/2025). Contact Housing 21 on 0370 192 4540 or click here to view on their website
Comments made in nominations for the EAC National Housing for Older People Awards
"Emily Court is an extra care scheme and has forty flats. the tenants play a huge part in deciding what happens on court, from décor to entertainment...." Show more
"Emily Court is an extra care scheme and has forty flats. the tenants play a huge part in deciding what happens on court, from décor to entertainment. Everyone says that as soon as you walk through the main doors you can eel the positive happy atmosphere" Show less
Made by a staff member in 2019
"Emily Court is an extra care scheme and has forty flats. the tenants play a huge part in deciding what happens on court, from décor to entertainment. Everyone says that as soon as you walk through the main doors you can eel the positive happy atmosphere" Show less
Made by a staff member in 2019
"I came here in April 2014 with my husband. He passed away in August 2014 so I am now a resident here and very comfortable."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"I feel safe when I close my flat door; there is always someone on dury, people to talk to. The court manager is always arranging activities. One doesn..." Show more
"I feel safe when I close my flat door; there is always someone on dury, people to talk to. The court manager is always arranging activities. One doesn't have to grow old lonely." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"I feel safe when I close my flat door; there is always someone on dury, people to talk to. The court manager is always arranging activities. One doesn't have to grow old lonely." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"I love living here as you have everything you need and the staff are fantastic."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"The food is very nice. The building is big and beautiful. I don't fee lonely here as there is always people to talk to. It's the people here that make..." Show more
"The food is very nice. The building is big and beautiful. I don't fee lonely here as there is always people to talk to. It's the people here that makes it home and a happy place to live. And my family lives nearlby." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"The food is very nice. The building is big and beautiful. I don't fee lonely here as there is always people to talk to. It's the people here that makes it home and a happy place to live. And my family lives nearlby." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"I like living here because all the staff are lovely and welcoming, as well as all the people living here. The food is good every day, and entertainmen..." Show more
"I like living here because all the staff are lovely and welcoming, as well as all the people living here. The food is good every day, and entertainment, when on, is brilliant. Court manager is so helpful and kind." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"I like living here because all the staff are lovely and welcoming, as well as all the people living here. The food is good every day, and entertainment, when on, is brilliant. Court manager is so helpful and kind." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"I like living here as I can still be independent and have a lot of help. The staff are nice and helpful. My flat is a good size and the building is ve..." Show more
"I like living here as I can still be independent and have a lot of help. The staff are nice and helpful. My flat is a good size and the building is very clean, and everyone here get on well." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"I like living here as I can still be independent and have a lot of help. The staff are nice and helpful. My flat is a good size and the building is very clean, and everyone here get on well." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"Emily Court has many facilities, a large communal garden. I feel safe and secure here. The apartments are large, compared with many other places. All ..." Show more
"Emily Court has many facilities, a large communal garden. I feel safe and secure here. The apartments are large, compared with many other places. All care staff and kitchen staff are friendly and caring. The manager also. Hairdresser excellent." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"Emily Court has many facilities, a large communal garden. I feel safe and secure here. The apartments are large, compared with many other places. All care staff and kitchen staff are friendly and caring. The manager also. Hairdresser excellent." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"I have been in Emily Court since 2009 when it first opened. The place is very spacious and has everything needed. The manager and staff are great and ..." Show more
"I have been in Emily Court since 2009 when it first opened. The place is very spacious and has everything needed. The manager and staff are great and very friendly. The entertainment is great. Manager Debbie Rye puts in a lot of hard work into the court." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"I have been in Emily Court since 2009 when it first opened. The place is very spacious and has everything needed. The manager and staff are great and very friendly. The entertainment is great. Manager Debbie Rye puts in a lot of hard work into the court." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
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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.