Badminton Gardens
Beaufort Road, Downend, Bristol, South Gloucestershire, BS16 6FG
Beaufort Road, Downend, Bristol, South Gloucestershire, BS16 6FG
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We believe that later life is for living
Helping people enjoy later life is our passion. It has been for more than 60 years. And today, in an ageing society, our housing, care and support is needed more than ever.
Manager's Description
"For most of our Extra Care Housing estates we have agreements with the local authority to let a percentage of our vacant properties to people nominated by them. Anchor’s agreement for this estate is..." Show more "For most of our Extra Care Housing estates we have agreements with the local authority to let a percentage of our vacant properties to people nominated by them. Anchor’s agreement for this estate is that all of the allocations are managed by the local authority, Bristol City Council, who can be contacted on 0117 922 2400.Badminton Gardens is an Extra Care retirement estate of 63 apartments situated in the Downend area of Bristol. Here you will find a wide range of on-site facilities which include shared gardens, residents’ lounge, hair salon, a treatment room and guest room. Located close to the edge of the city, there is a good local shop close by and a bus route which stops outside, handy for local shops and amenities.
An on-site estate manager takes care of all the buildings and grounds maintenance, as well as pointing you in the right direction if extra support is required. If you’d like to get to know other residents, you may enjoy visiting the restaurant and coffee bar, open every day. It’s a friendly place and everyone is welcome." Show less
Main Facts
Extra care housing
Tenure(s): Rent (social landlord)
Care provider: Housing 21
63 flats. Built in 2011. 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, Laundry, Guest facilities, Garden, Activities room, Cafe/bistro, Hairdressing salon, Assisted bathing facility, gardens with patio area & "boules" pitch
Whole site accessible by wheelchair. Access to site fairly easy. Distances: bus stop 50 yards; shop 75 yards; post office 1 mile(s); town centre 1.5 mile(s); GP 1 mile(s).
Social activities include: coffee mornings, quizzes, bingo, music, film nights etc, organised by Manager and social committee. Meal(s) available (lunch, & snacks from 10am to 4pm). New residents accepted from 55 years of age. Both cats & dogs generally accepted (subject to prior approval and conditions).
Housing Authority: South Gloucestershire
Social Care Authority: South Gloucestershire
Info updated: 15/05/2021
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Availability
Anchor welcomes enquiries for future vacancies in this extra care housing scheme.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: Number / size of facilities
Privacy
Quality of the building and facilities
Comments made in nominations for the EAC National Housing for Older People Awards
"I have only visited the estate a couple of times but it is a lovely place to live. Spacious apartments, lovely communal areas, cheerful staff and wha..." Show more
"I have only visited the estate a couple of times but it is a lovely place to live. Spacious apartments, lovely communal areas, cheerful staff and what I have seen, very happy residents." Show less
Made by a visitor in 2019
"I have only visited the estate a couple of times but it is a lovely place to live. Spacious apartments, lovely communal areas, cheerful staff and what I have seen, very happy residents." Show less
Made by a visitor in 2019
"Badminton Gardens provides a supportive place for people to live who want to be independent but can't quite do everything for themselves any more. St..." Show more
"Badminton Gardens provides a supportive place for people to live who want to be independent but can't quite do everything for themselves any more. Staff and residents work together to make our estate a great place to live. Happy residents say it all." Show less
Made by a staff member in 2019
"Badminton Gardens provides a supportive place for people to live who want to be independent but can't quite do everything for themselves any more. Staff and residents work together to make our estate a great place to live. Happy residents say it all." Show less
Made by a staff member in 2019
"My spacious flat is warm, quiet, secure, light and airy with a wonderful view. I have no problem parking my car and there's space for my mobility sco..." Show more
"My spacious flat is warm, quiet, secure, light and airy with a wonderful view. I have no problem parking my car and there's space for my mobility scooter in the buggy store. The location is great with a bus stop, shop, doctor and chemist all within 100 yards." Show less
Made by a resident in 2019
"My spacious flat is warm, quiet, secure, light and airy with a wonderful view. I have no problem parking my car and there's space for my mobility scooter in the buggy store. The location is great with a bus stop, shop, doctor and chemist all within 100 yards." Show less
Made by a resident in 2019
"Badminton Gardens has a real community feel. It's a happy place to be as an employee and a resident. Working here is never a chore. "
Made by a staff member in 2019
Made by a staff member in 2019
"It is an attractive estate with a welcoming atmosphere. There is always a buzz of activity and smiles for neighbours and visitors. Residents are clear..." Show more
"It is an attractive estate with a welcoming atmosphere. There is always a buzz of activity and smiles for neighbours and visitors. Residents are clearly proud of their homes and their estate." Show less
Made by a staff member in 2019
"It is an attractive estate with a welcoming atmosphere. There is always a buzz of activity and smiles for neighbours and visitors. Residents are clearly proud of their homes and their estate." Show less
Made by a staff member in 2019
"Badminton Gardens is a fantastic example of extra-care accommodation. It focuses on services that enhances residents and visitors feeling of wellbein..." Show more
"Badminton Gardens is a fantastic example of extra-care accommodation. It focuses on services that enhances residents and visitors feeling of wellbeing. Striving to ensure a range of activities are available to engage and stimulate those that want to join in. " Show less
Made by a staff member in 2019
"Badminton Gardens is a fantastic example of extra-care accommodation. It focuses on services that enhances residents and visitors feeling of wellbeing. Striving to ensure a range of activities are available to engage and stimulate those that want to join in. " Show less
Made by a staff member in 2019
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We believe that later life is for living
Helping people enjoy later life is our passion. It has been for more than 60 years. And today, in an ageing society, our housing, care and support is needed more than ever.