Goode Court
Bream Road, Lydney, Gloucestershire, GL15 5JP
Bream Road, Lydney, Gloucestershire, GL15 5JP
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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
"Goode Court, situated in the prime location of Lydney in Gloucestershire, provides 10 studio flats, 15 one bedroom flats and 4 two bedroom flats. Each property is furnished with a fitted kitchen with ..." Show more "Goode Court, situated in the prime location of Lydney in Gloucestershire, provides 10 studio flats, 15 one bedroom flats and 4 two bedroom flats. Each property is furnished with a fitted kitchen with a cooker and other on-site facilities include a communal lounge, laundry room, twin en - suite guest room and a communal garden.The property is surrounded by landscaped gardens in a cul-de-sac, within easy reach of the Forest of Dean and the Wye Valley. The local amenities and a variety of shops are within easy walking distance of the court. Our Court Manager Service is an important and integral part of Housing 21's approach to supporting our residents. It is designed to offer support and security to
the court and for those residents on court who need it.
The service is about promoting and encouraging individuals to maintain their independence in their own home. Our Managers are also responsible for the day to day running of the court including looking after the Health & Safety, property management and resident engagement" Show less
Main Facts
Retirement housing
Tenure(s): Rent (social landlord)
28 flats. Built in 1980 and renovated in 2001. Sizes studio, 1 bedroom, 2 bedroom.
Non-resident management staff (part time) and Careline alarm service
Lift, Lounge, Laundry, Guest facilities, Garden
Access to site fairly easy. Distances: bus stop 600 yards; shop 600 yards; post office 0.5 mile(s); town centre 0.5 mile(s); GP 0.5 mile(s); social centre 800 yards.
Regular Social activities include: coffee mornings, bingo, soft bowls, seated exercise class, lunches, quiz afternoons, live entertainment, and day trips, organised by residents social club. New residents accepted from 55 years of age.
Housing Authority: Forest of Dean
Social Care Authority: Gloucestershire
Info updated: 14/12/2023
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Availability
Housing 21 welcomes enquiries for future vacancies in this Court.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: Consultation
Convenience of the location
Number / size of facilities
Overall ratings
Space standards of individual apartments
Comments made in nominations for the EAC National Housing for Older People Awards
"Very good scheme manager. Many activities and fun days. Security. Very well maintained."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"Home form home. Always kept clean and tidy. Run by a brilliant manager, when nothing is ever too much trouble."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"Nice people. Carol, our manager, is very friendly and helpful to us all. Things organised for us, days out, parties, etc, stay in your flat or mix, it..." Show more
"Nice people. Carol, our manager, is very friendly and helpful to us all. Things organised for us, days out, parties, etc, stay in your flat or mix, it's very nice." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"Nice people. Carol, our manager, is very friendly and helpful to us all. Things organised for us, days out, parties, etc, stay in your flat or mix, it's very nice." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"I have spent 31 happy years here. I am 96 years old and absolutely love it. It is warm, friendly and no worries. Carole our manager sees everything, r..." Show more
"I have spent 31 happy years here. I am 96 years old and absolutely love it. It is warm, friendly and no worries. Carole our manager sees everything, runs smoothly and nothing is too much trouble. God bless her." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"I have spent 31 happy years here. I am 96 years old and absolutely love it. It is warm, friendly and no worries. Carole our manager sees everything, runs smoothly and nothing is too much trouble. God bless her." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"My mother-in-law has lived in her flat for 31 years. She had always been very happy here."
Made by a visitor in 2017
Made by a visitor in 2017
"You could not wish for anything more than living here. We have an excellent warden; nothing too much trouble. Plenty of activities if you need them. N..." Show more
"You could not wish for anything more than living here. We have an excellent warden; nothing too much trouble. Plenty of activities if you need them. Nice position near shops. Warm wherever you go in the building. Excellent." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"You could not wish for anything more than living here. We have an excellent warden; nothing too much trouble. Plenty of activities if you need them. Nice position near shops. Warm wherever you go in the building. Excellent." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"I am very happy to live here because it is warm and secure. We have a very good and helpful warden who does a lot to make our life happy and full."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"Security. All round warmth in flat inside and outside. Gardener and cleaner very good. Very helpful repairs done quickly. Communal lounge and entertai..." Show more
"Security. All round warmth in flat inside and outside. Gardener and cleaner very good. Very helpful repairs done quickly. Communal lounge and entertainment great. Excellent manageress." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"Security. All round warmth in flat inside and outside. Gardener and cleaner very good. Very helpful repairs done quickly. Communal lounge and entertainment great. Excellent manageress." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"We have a caring and helpful manager. The other residents are friendly and sociable. There are many activities (organised by the social club) also ope..." Show more
"We have a caring and helpful manager. The other residents are friendly and sociable. There are many activities (organised by the social club) also open to the general public. We have regular visits from professionals, e.g. retailers, hairdressers, chiropodists. etc" Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"We have a caring and helpful manager. The other residents are friendly and sociable. There are many activities (organised by the social club) also open to the general public. We have regular visits from professionals, e.g. retailers, hairdressers, chiropodists. etc" Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"Everyone is welcoming. Great social activities. Very helpful, well presented throughout, pleasant atmosphere."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"I have lived in three retirement homes, but nothing compares with Goode Court. The facilities are many and first rate. The decor is like a five star h..." Show more
"I have lived in three retirement homes, but nothing compares with Goode Court. The facilities are many and first rate. The decor is like a five star hotel and the general atmosphere makes it home from home." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"I have lived in three retirement homes, but nothing compares with Goode Court. The facilities are many and first rate. The decor is like a five star hotel and the general atmosphere makes it home from home." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"I cannot speak too highly of the facilities available at Goode Court, which makes it a real home. Residents are extremely friendly and the premises ar..." Show more
"I cannot speak too highly of the facilities available at Goode Court, which makes it a real home. Residents are extremely friendly and the premises are central to everyone needs." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"I cannot speak too highly of the facilities available at Goode Court, which makes it a real home. Residents are extremely friendly and the premises are central to everyone needs." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"I'm secure, comfy and warm. Lots of activities going on. Kind and friendly people here. Close to shops and good views. Court manager who helps us all ..." Show more
"I'm secure, comfy and warm. Lots of activities going on. Kind and friendly people here. Close to shops and good views. Court manager who helps us all she can." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"I'm secure, comfy and warm. Lots of activities going on. Kind and friendly people here. Close to shops and good views. Court manager who helps us all she can." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"Everyone so helpful and understanding. Nothing too much for a helpful hand. Lots of afternoons for bingo, beetle drive, music quizes. Daytrips to thea..." Show more
"Everyone so helpful and understanding. Nothing too much for a helpful hand. Lots of afternoons for bingo, beetle drive, music quizes. Daytrips to theater & resorts> Helpful manager." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"Everyone so helpful and understanding. Nothing too much for a helpful hand. Lots of afternoons for bingo, beetle drive, music quizes. Daytrips to theater & resorts> Helpful manager." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"I feel safe. The warden is very helpful. Lots to do in the coffee room (bingo, meeting children, pictures) and so on."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"Manager who involves herself with all residents, organises social events & is always available to help. Flats are finished to a good spec with safety ..." Show more
"Manager who involves herself with all residents, organises social events & is always available to help. Flats are finished to a good spec with safety a priority & a great social space on the ground floor." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"Manager who involves herself with all residents, organises social events & is always available to help. Flats are finished to a good spec with safety a priority & a great social space on the ground floor." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"This is a truly lovely court to live in. Everywhere is so clean. The house manager is always there to help & listen. It is very important to have a go..." Show more
"This is a truly lovely court to live in. Everywhere is so clean. The house manager is always there to help & listen. It is very important to have a good manager." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"This is a truly lovely court to live in. Everywhere is so clean. The house manager is always there to help & listen. It is very important to have a good manager." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"Recently moved her. Very nice, clean friendly court. Very good house manager."
Made by a resident in 2017
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.
National Housing for Older People Awards
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