Austenmead
56 School Lane, Chalfont St. Peter, Buckinghamshire, SL9 9BB
56 School Lane, Chalfont St. Peter, Buckinghamshire, SL9 9BB
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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
"Located in the picturesque and friendly village of Chalfont St Peter, often described as the Gateway to the Chiltern Hills, an area of natural beauty; famous for stunning countryside, chalk streams an..." Show more "Located in the picturesque and friendly village of Chalfont St Peter, often described as the Gateway to the Chiltern Hills, an area of natural beauty; famous for stunning countryside, chalk streams and breath-taking woodlands, Austenmead offers supported housing for residents wishing to remain independent but have support 24 hours a day with live-in House Managers and an alarm system." Show lessMain Facts
Retirement housing
Tenure(s): Rent (social landlord)
11 flats. Built in 1900 and renovated in 1994. Sizes studio, 1 bedroom.
Resident management staff (24 hours, 7 days) and Careline alarm service
Lift, Lounge, Dining room, Laundry, Garden
Access to site fairly easy. Distances: bus stop 100 yards; shop 300 yards; post office 0.7 mile(s); town centre 0.7 mile(s); GP 0.5 mile(s).
Regular Social activities include: Performances from singers and dancers, poetry readings and arts and crafts sessions. The house has a gardening club, bingo afternoons and film nights. Regular events throughout the year and strong links to the local community. Meal(s) available (two meals every day).
Housing Authority: Buckinghamshire
Social Care Authority: Buckinghamshire
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: Number / size of facilities
Practicality of the individual apartments
Privacy
Quality of the garden
Comments made in nominations for the EAC National Housing for Older People Awards
"Austenmead is a fantastic place to live were residents live independently with support from staff when needed. Also home cooked meals and activities e..." Show more
"Austenmead is a fantastic place to live were residents live independently with support from staff when needed. Also home cooked meals and activities each day. " Show less
Made by a staff member in 2019
"Austenmead is a fantastic place to live were residents live independently with support from staff when needed. Also home cooked meals and activities each day. " Show less
Made by a staff member in 2019
"Very friendly and well run home for the elder. The staff are really committed to supporting the residents and making their lives as comfortable and st..." Show more
"Very friendly and well run home for the elder. The staff are really committed to supporting the residents and making their lives as comfortable and stimulating as possible. Very homely but kept clean and tidy. " Show less
Made by a visitor in 2019
"Very friendly and well run home for the elder. The staff are really committed to supporting the residents and making their lives as comfortable and stimulating as possible. Very homely but kept clean and tidy. " Show less
Made by a visitor in 2019
"Austenmead is a very warm welcoming house with lovely residents and staff"
Made by a staff member in 2019
Made by a staff member in 2019
"Austenmead is a very happy friendly place and i have enjoyed my years working at the house"
Made by a staff member in 2019
Made by a staff member in 2019
"I have been working here for two months now and its the loveliest happiest place ive ever worked at the residents and staff get on fantastic and alway..." Show more
"I have been working here for two months now and its the loveliest happiest place ive ever worked at the residents and staff get on fantastic and always such a happy atmosphere " Show less
Made by a staff member in 2019
"I have been working here for two months now and its the loveliest happiest place ive ever worked at the residents and staff get on fantastic and always such a happy atmosphere " Show less
Made by a staff member in 2019
"Lovely atmosphere and environment."
Made by a visitor in 2019
Made by a visitor in 2019
"My Nan lived here and was very happy"
Made by a visitor in 2019
Made by a visitor in 2019
"I like it because it has such a cosy, homely feel - unlike other purpose-built residential homes - and everyone makes every effort to look after every..." Show more
"I like it because it has such a cosy, homely feel - unlike other purpose-built residential homes - and everyone makes every effort to look after everyone else. My mother lived there in complete contentment for fourteen years, until she was 94. I feel very fortunate we found such ahomeandamverygrateful." Show less
Made by a volunteer in 2019
"I like it because it has such a cosy, homely feel - unlike other purpose-built residential homes - and everyone makes every effort to look after everyone else. My mother lived there in complete contentment for fourteen years, until she was 94. I feel very fortunate we found such ahomeandamverygrateful." Show less
Made by a volunteer in 2019
"It is a fairly unique setting. Independent living with communal meals and an extensive opportunity to socialise, with 24 hour support provided. The ..." Show more
"It is a fairly unique setting. Independent living with communal meals and an extensive opportunity to socialise, with 24 hour support provided. The house and grounds are stunning, numbers small, so it feels like a family and the people really care about eachother." Show less
Made by a staff member in 2019
"It is a fairly unique setting. Independent living with communal meals and an extensive opportunity to socialise, with 24 hour support provided. The house and grounds are stunning, numbers small, so it feels like a family and the people really care about eachother." Show less
Made by a staff member in 2019
"Kind and caring staff who go above and beyond to care for each resident."
Made by a visitor in 2019
Made by a visitor in 2019
"It offers secure and comfortable accommodation in pleasant surroundings. It is a small community that provides convivial company for elderly residents..." Show more
"It offers secure and comfortable accommodation in pleasant surroundings. It is a small community that provides convivial company for elderly residents." Show less
Made by a volunteer in 2019
"It offers secure and comfortable accommodation in pleasant surroundings. It is a small community that provides convivial company for elderly residents." Show less
Made by a volunteer in 2019
"Friendly house lots of laughs and great place too work.
Never a dull moment here.
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Made by a staff member in 2019
Made by a staff member in 2019
"Really lovely house which provides a home from home for the elderly, also a great sense of community and companionship amongst the residents
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Made by a volunteer in 2019
Made by a volunteer in 2019
"Very good for my and well come for everyone large garden end good food and service people friendly and staff efficient excellent for people ho like pe..." Show more
"Very good for my and well come for everyone large garden end good food and service people friendly and staff efficient excellent for people ho like peace and relaxation I feel like a big family and I want to staying for ever recommend to visit end dont regret welcome home" Show less
Made by a staff member in 2019
"Very good for my and well come for everyone large garden end good food and service people friendly and staff efficient excellent for people ho like peace and relaxation I feel like a big family and I want to staying for ever recommend to visit end dont regret welcome home" Show less
Made by a staff member in 2019
"Austenmead is a lovely house with a beautiful garden where residents can enjoy their retirement with the security that someone is close on hand in an ..." Show more
"Austenmead is a lovely house with a beautiful garden where residents can enjoy their retirement with the security that someone is close on hand in an emergency. The trusties and staff are friendly and supportive. Daily activities take place in the spacious lounge. Visitors are made welcome. " Show less
Made by a visitor in 2019
"Austenmead is a lovely house with a beautiful garden where residents can enjoy their retirement with the security that someone is close on hand in an emergency. The trusties and staff are friendly and supportive. Daily activities take place in the spacious lounge. Visitors are made welcome. " Show less
Made by a visitor in 2019
"A wonderful balance between supporting while allowing residents and their sponsors the independence to do what they want to do. The quality of food an..." Show more
"A wonderful balance between supporting while allowing residents and their sponsors the independence to do what they want to do. The quality of food and housekeeping is exemplary with a responsible staff who know when to be there for the residents whenever required, and when to provide a good service." Show less
Made by a visitor in 2019
"A wonderful balance between supporting while allowing residents and their sponsors the independence to do what they want to do. The quality of food and housekeeping is exemplary with a responsible staff who know when to be there for the residents whenever required, and when to provide a good service." Show less
Made by a visitor in 2019
"Austenmead is a friendly supported living house. The residents are treated with respected by professional and caring staff."
Made by a staff member in 2019
Made by a staff member in 2019
"I love Austnmead as it is a beautiful house with a spacious garden, and has another part that encourages regular exercise. We have an excellent warden..." Show more
"I love Austnmead as it is a beautiful house with a spacious garden, and has another part that encourages regular exercise. We have an excellent warden, and a very friendly staff, and a regular hair dresser, chiropodist and Manicurist, and several different regular occupations also an assortment of entertainments," Show less
Made by a resident in 2019
"I love Austnmead as it is a beautiful house with a spacious garden, and has another part that encourages regular exercise. We have an excellent warden, and a very friendly staff, and a regular hair dresser, chiropodist and Manicurist, and several different regular occupations also an assortment of entertainments," Show less
Made by a resident in 2019
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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
in the EAC Housing for Older People Awards 2019.
Category: Retirement housing under 25 units.
Sponsor: ERoSH.
Category: Retirement housing under 25 units.
Sponsor: ERoSH.