Calton Court

Extra care housing
Windsor Drive, Sele Farm, Hertford, Hertfordshire, SG14 2EG
Windsor Drive, Sele Farm, Hertford, Hertfordshire, SG14 2EG

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Manager's Description

"Calton Court (formerly Calton House) is located on the outskirts of Hertford town centre. It is very close to a parade of shops, including a Post Office, chemist, bakery and Co-operative grocery store..." Show more "Calton Court (formerly Calton House) is located on the outskirts of Hertford town centre. It is very close to a parade of shops, including a Post Office, chemist, bakery and Co-operative grocery store. There is also a regular bus service into Hertford town.

Calton Court is a flexicare housing scheme which means residents benefit from 24 hour on site care and support tailored to their individual needs and circumstances." Show less

Main Facts

Extra care housing
Tenure(s): Rent (social landlord)
54 flats. Built in 2013. Sizes 1 bedroom, 2 bedroom.
Flexicare scheme with on-site care staff (24 hours / 7 days), Non-resident management staff and Careline alarm service
Lift, Lounge, Laundry, Guest facilities, Hairdressing salon, wifi facilities and internet area, doctors surgery
Whole site accessible by wheelchair.
Social activities include: coffee mornings, bingo, and games afternoons.
Housing Authority: East Hertfordshire
Social Care Authority: Hertfordshire
Architects: Kyle Smart Architects

Info updated: 15/01/2013
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Availability

Many council and housing association lettings in this area are made through a 'Choice Based Lettings' system called Home Option. See how to register and then bid for properties at: https://www.homeoption.org/

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

"I take young people with learning difficulties to Calton to cook for the residents. I have always found it to be a friendly and welcoming. Especiall..." Show more
"I take young people with learning difficulties to Calton to cook for the residents. I have always found it to be a friendly and welcoming. Especially Sara Holtby the manager who has gone out of her way to help us set up and run so successfully." Show less

Made by a visitor in 2019

"Calton Court has a very friendly relaxed atmosphere which you feel as soon as you walk through the door. The tenants always seem to be doing something..." Show more
"Calton Court has a very friendly relaxed atmosphere which you feel as soon as you walk through the door. The tenants always seem to be doing something new so they are not sitting at home alone and lonely.The staff are friendly and always willing to help in anyway. " Show less

Made by a staff member in 2019

"Calton Court provides excellent facilities for older people. This not only includes the people living there but all older people in the local area"
Made by a staff member in 2019

"I visit with special cooks every Monday to provide lunch for a group of residents. Friendly & welcoming staff & residents."
Made by a volunteer in 2017

"It's a community of people who know, help & care for each other."
Made by a resident in 2017

"I visit Calton Court every Monday with a young lady with learning difficulties. We cook lunch for a group of 15 residents. They all seem very happy an..." Show more
"I visit Calton Court every Monday with a young lady with learning difficulties. We cook lunch for a group of 15 residents. They all seem very happy and the staff are great." Show less

Made by a volunteer in 2017

"I bring a group of young people with learning disabilities to Calton Court every Monday. the staff and residents are friendly & welcoming. We cook a m..." Show more
"I bring a group of young people with learning disabilities to Calton Court every Monday. the staff and residents are friendly & welcoming. We cook a meal for residents and participants enjoy it, and we look forward to attending every Monday." Show less

Made by a volunteer in 2017

"I help with the provision of lunches for the residents on Monday, working with young people with learning disabilities. Residents are always appreciat..." Show more
"I help with the provision of lunches for the residents on Monday, working with young people with learning disabilities. Residents are always appreciative and nothing is too much trouble for the staff." Show less

Made by a volunteer in 2017

"I love working here predominantly because Calton Court has an overwhelming sense of family! I believe tenants and staff are supported because we care."
Made by a staff member in 2017

"I feel safe and relaxed here."
Made by a resident in 2017

"Independent living. Do not feel isolated as we have lots of activities. Always someone around if you need help. The building is like a hotel and kept ..." Show more
"Independent living. Do not feel isolated as we have lots of activities. Always someone around if you need help. The building is like a hotel and kept lovely and clean. Also have a lovely garden area to sit in." Show less

Made by a resident in 2017

"The staff have been excellent in all ways giving my sister-in-law all the help and caring possible."
Made by a resident in 2017

"My husband's sister-in-law had been given complete attention and care by all the staff throughout her stay."
Made by a visitor in 2017

"Quality sheltered housing scheme, well managed, kept clean & tidy. Friendly residents and staff."
Made by a resident in 2017

"Staff and carers so kind and caring. We have no complaints at all. Help is always at hand should it be needed."
Made by a resident in 2017

"I have worked at Calton Court for over 5 years. It is a lovely place to work & has a great atmosphere. The residents are very caring & a great communi..." Show more
"I have worked at Calton Court for over 5 years. It is a lovely place to work & has a great atmosphere. The residents are very caring & a great community. Communal areas are well used and people from outside are always welcome, i.e. church services." Show less

Made by a staff member in 2017

"I like living here because of the nice people. I like it because it has lifts. I like going to bingo & films."
Made by a resident in 2017

"Manager, staff & carers are friendly and helpful, as are other residents who meet for lunch, entertainment or just tea and chat. The unit is kept clea..." Show more
"Manager, staff & carers are friendly and helpful, as are other residents who meet for lunch, entertainment or just tea and chat. The unit is kept clean and my flat is comfortable with a good outlook." Show less

Made by a resident in 2017

"Very comfortable living here. Nice friendly staff. Spotlessly clean."
Made by a resident in 2017

"All staff are very nice & helpful."
Made by a resident in 2017

"The company of people. Caring staff. A manager that you can always talk to, and helps you when possible."
Made by a resident in 2017

"It's a very happy & friendly place to live. Everyone is so helpful. Also the entertainment is very good. Plus it is so clean."
Made by a resident in 2017

"I can remain independent with care available if needed. The atmosphere is friendly and carers are helpful."
Made by a resident in 2017

"Very comfortable."
Made by a resident in 2017

"I have a wonderful flat. the whole building is kept beautifully clean and warm. Location wonderful, shops, buses, P.O., what more could you want?"
Made by a resident in 2017

"I am really happy here. Everyone is very kind."
Made by a resident in 2017

"It's very clean and well managed. Nice people live here. My wife and I like it."
Made by a resident in 2017

"Calton Court is a well designed building & comfortable place to live in. Other residents & staff are very pleasant & always willing to help if necess..." Show more
"Calton Court is a well designed building & comfortable place to live in. Other residents & staff are very pleasant & always willing to help if necessary." Show less

Made by a resident in 2017

"It is a very comfortable , caring place to be. People are encouraged to participate in activities. Very good."
Made by a resident in 2017

"Convenient to local shops & buses. Good communal activities."
Made by a resident in 2017

"Convenient to local family. good communal facilities, interesting and inclusive activities."
Made by a resident in 2017

"I like living here because of the great sense of community and safety."
Made by a resident in 2017

"I like living here. The staff are very helpful."
Made by a resident in 2017

"There is always excellent entertainment for those who want to join in. Also I enjoy the independent living with the staff and carers always there to h..." Show more
"There is always excellent entertainment for those who want to join in. Also I enjoy the independent living with the staff and carers always there to help if needed/" Show less

Made by a resident in 2017

"I like the feeling of security, nice and warm, meeting other residents and carers if needed. the staff are very friendly and helpful."
Made by a resident in 2017

"The building is state of the art (design), always warm. Shops just across the road, and good bus services. Also a great manager, always looking for ne..." Show more
"The building is state of the art (design), always warm. Shops just across the road, and good bus services. Also a great manager, always looking for new things we can do." Show less

Made by a resident in 2017

"Clean, lovely building. All staff are kind & friendly. Help is there when you need it. You have a choice to mix in with others or stay in you own love..." Show more
"Clean, lovely building. All staff are kind & friendly. Help is there when you need it. You have a choice to mix in with others or stay in you own lovely flat. You can still live life the way you want to." Show less

Made by a resident in 2017

"I am 88 and very contented & comfortable in a spacious flat ins this sheltered scheme. The building is 5 years old. We have Flexicare and a good mana..." Show more
"I am 88 and very contented & comfortable in a spacious flat ins this sheltered scheme. The building is 5 years old. We have Flexicare and a good manager. So glad I was able to move here." Show less

Made by a resident in 2017

"I enjoy working here because everyone is friendly. tenants, carers and all staff are very sociable. Everyone seems very happy."
Made by a staff member in 2017

"Happy & comfortable in my flat. Staff helpful & efficient. Enjoy company of other residents."
Made by a resident in 2017

"We have a manager, carers on call, company and occupation. Warmth."
Made by a resident in 2017

"No stairs, your own front door, help if you need it, a good manager, also nice carers."
Made by a resident in 2017

"it's nice and convenient for the shops. I love living here; I've made friends and couldn't ask for anything else."
Made by a resident in 2017

"Love living at Calton; didn't like living on my own; always have someone to talk to; people very nice; have some good entertainment. What more could y..." Show more
"Love living at Calton; didn't like living on my own; always have someone to talk to; people very nice; have some good entertainment. What more could you want? All the staff are very nice." Show less

Made by a resident in 2017

"Fantastic, everything to hand."
Made by a resident in 2017

"I am a senior worker working at Calton Court. Really enjoy working here as it is a nice, friendly and always kept clean place. Well managed by Sara Ho..." Show more
"I am a senior worker working at Calton Court. Really enjoy working here as it is a nice, friendly and always kept clean place. Well managed by Sara Holtby." Show less

Made by a staff member in 2017

"Lovely sheltered scheme in the heart of the community"
Made by a staff member in 2017

"From the moment you enter the building there is a sense of community, fun and energy. Residents are very much the driving force behind what goes on an..." Show more
"From the moment you enter the building there is a sense of community, fun and energy. Residents are very much the driving force behind what goes on and the interaction between care and support staff maximises independence in an inclusive and participative way. It is a fantastic scheme" Show less

Made by a staff member in 2017

"You walk into the scheme and it has a lovely feel about it and the residents use it to the full. Everyone looks very happy there. "
Made by a visitor in 2017

"It looks like a really nice place to live and the residents are really happy there. One resident said "I feel like I have died and gone to heaven.""
Made by a visitor in 2017

"The staff are friendly and the residents enjoy the activities that take place, it is a brilliant scheme"
Made by a staff member in 2017
National Housing for Older People Awards
East of England region gold award winner
in the EAC Housing for Older People Awards 2019.
Category: Housing-with-care 41-55 units.
Sponsor: CHS.
National commended award winner
in the EAC Housing for Older People Awards 2017.
Category: Housing-with-care 42-58 units.
Sponsor: .
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