Patrick Howard-Dobson Court
7 Coleridge Gardens, Cowplain, Waterlooville, Hampshire, PO8 8ND
7 Coleridge Gardens, Cowplain, Waterlooville, Hampshire, PO8 8ND
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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
"Patrick Howard-Dobson Court, situated in Waterlooville in Hampshire consists of 37 one bedroom flats. Each flat comes fully equipped with a kitchen, bathroom, lounge and a fridge. On-site facilities ..." Show more "Patrick Howard-Dobson Court, situated in Waterlooville in Hampshire consists of 37 one bedroom flats. Each flat comes fully equipped with a kitchen, bathroom, lounge and a fridge. On-site facilities at the court include a communal lounge, laundry room, hairdressing salon and a guest room. Local amenities are a five minute walk away from the court and the town centre is a 15 minute walk away.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 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)
37 flats. Built in 1986 and renovated in 2017. Sizes 1 bedroom.
Resident management staff and Careline alarm service
Lift, Lounge, Laundry, Guest facilities, Garden
Access to site fairly easy, but less so for less mobile people. Distances: bus stop 100 yards; shop 300 yards; post office 200 yards; town centre 5 mile(s); GP 1.5 mile(s); social centre 2 mile(s).
Frequent Social activities include: coffee mornings, bingo, social events, shop/stall, organised by residents' social club. New residents accepted from 60 years of age. Both cats & dogs generally accepted, but not to be replaced.
Housing Authority: Havant
Social Care Authority: Hampshire
Info updated: 02/04/2009
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Availability
Housing 21 welcomes enquiries for future vacancies in this Court.Comments made in nominations for the EAC National Housing for Older People Awards
"I have lived here over 20 years and am still happy; plenty going on, entertainment and roast dinners, so you are never lonely. At 98 year it's lovely"
Made by a resident in 2019
Made by a resident in 2019
"Peace & quiet. Security. All your maintenance problems are done in a confidential way. The garden is such a lovely outlook from our flat's window. Clo..." Show more
"Peace & quiet. Security. All your maintenance problems are done in a confidential way. The garden is such a lovely outlook from our flat's window. Close to all amenities. The flat is so nice, with nice outlook." Show less
Made by a resident in 2019
"Peace & quiet. Security. All your maintenance problems are done in a confidential way. The garden is such a lovely outlook from our flat's window. Close to all amenities. The flat is so nice, with nice outlook." Show less
Made by a resident in 2019
"I like living here because it is a very well run place and it is bright & cheerful. Since I moved in everyone has been friendly & welcoming. Social ev..." Show more
"I like living here because it is a very well run place and it is bright & cheerful. Since I moved in everyone has been friendly & welcoming. Social events are organised by residents - great plans for Christmas." Show less
Made by a resident in 2019
"I like living here because it is a very well run place and it is bright & cheerful. Since I moved in everyone has been friendly & welcoming. Social events are organised by residents - great plans for Christmas." Show less
Made by a resident in 2019
"I am very happy since I came to live here. The residents are very friendly and there is no reason to ever feel lonely."
Made by a resident in 2019
Made by a resident in 2019
"I like living here because I feel safe. I love that my little dog can live here. Everyone is kind and friendly."
Made by a resident in 2019
Made by a resident in 2019
"I like living here; the people are very nice. Is is very quiet, nice and friendly."
Made by a resident in 2019
Made by a resident in 2019
"Nice and friendly; most get into what goes on."
Made by a resident in 2019
Made by a resident in 2019
"I love living here. We have a lovely lot of residents. We have coffee mornings, charity events. Housing & Care 21 keep us informed as to what's happen..." Show more
"I love living here. We have a lovely lot of residents. We have coffee mornings, charity events. Housing & Care 21 keep us informed as to what's happening." Show less
Made by a resident in 2019
"I love living here. We have a lovely lot of residents. We have coffee mornings, charity events. Housing & Care 21 keep us informed as to what's happening." Show less
Made by a resident in 2019
"What's not to like in this complex. There is always something going on, bingo, coffee mornings, lunches and entertainment. The tenants are very friend..." Show more
"What's not to like in this complex. There is always something going on, bingo, coffee mornings, lunches and entertainment. The tenants are very friendly & always someone to help anyone who needs assistance." Show less
Made by a resident in 2019
"What's not to like in this complex. There is always something going on, bingo, coffee mornings, lunches and entertainment. The tenants are very friendly & always someone to help anyone who needs assistance." Show less
Made by a resident in 2019
"I have been the domestic cleaner here for 4 years. I have always loved working here. The manager & the residents are always friendly and kind. If ever..." Show more
"I have been the domestic cleaner here for 4 years. I have always loved working here. The manager & the residents are always friendly and kind. If ever I have any problems I have no worries about talking to my manager. There is a lovely feeling, community spirit, etc. Lots of social gatherings put on by some of the residents, which always go down well." Show less
Made by a staff member in 2019
"I have been the domestic cleaner here for 4 years. I have always loved working here. The manager & the residents are always friendly and kind. If ever I have any problems I have no worries about talking to my manager. There is a lovely feeling, community spirit, etc. Lots of social gatherings put on by some of the residents, which always go down well." Show less
Made by a staff member in 2019
"I like the security of a court manager; also the pull cord system linked to a control centre. I like the security to know that all maintenance of the ..." Show more
"I like the security of a court manager; also the pull cord system linked to a control centre. I like the security to know that all maintenance of the building, garden, etc are all looked after for me; and I don't have to worry about it all." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"I like the security of a court manager; also the pull cord system linked to a control centre. I like the security to know that all maintenance of the building, garden, etc are all looked after for me; and I don't have to worry about it all." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"For convenience to my family ad the friendly people in it."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"Good social activities. Nice sociable people. The accommodation is clean and tidy. Good to know I have a permanent place to live."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"I like independence, activities and the friendly people who live here. We have a lovely community hall where activities take place, which has recently..." Show more
"I like independence, activities and the friendly people who live here. We have a lovely community hall where activities take place, which has recently been refurbished to high standards. Diana is extremely helpful & supportive to us." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"I like independence, activities and the friendly people who live here. We have a lovely community hall where activities take place, which has recently been refurbished to high standards. Diana is extremely helpful & supportive to us." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"The friendly residents and staff. They are always on hand when needed for a friendly word."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"it's a nice and safe place. People are nice. I've got my own independence."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"It is very quiet here 24 hours. Diana is an excellent warden and quick to deal with any tenant's enquiries. I am very happy here."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"The residents of PHDC are a special breed of people. They are all very caring. We all support each other in our hour of need. We would not get this on..." Show more
"The residents of PHDC are a special breed of people. They are all very caring. We all support each other in our hour of need. We would not get this on our own." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"The residents of PHDC are a special breed of people. They are all very caring. We all support each other in our hour of need. We would not get this on our own." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"A very nice place to live. People are very friendly. Our court manager, Diana, is very helpful at all times."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"I am employed here, It is a fantastic place to work. The court manager is a great fair boss. The residents are all friendly. Best place I have worked."
Made by a staff member in 2017
Made by a staff member in 2017
"Because there is a friendly atmosphere. The property is nice. The court manager is also nice and helpful."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"My flat is secure and manageable without worrying about being responsible for the building itself."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"Very friendly place. I feel secure and the residents are always friendly/"
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"Security and safe. Lots of company. I like that the court manager lives on site."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"I enjoy the community feel of the court and my independent living. It is truly my home."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"Thank god for good places like this for us older people. Everyone is helpful and friendly. Everything is on hand to make life easy. Also it is nice an..." Show more
"Thank god for good places like this for us older people. Everyone is helpful and friendly. Everything is on hand to make life easy. Also it is nice and clean. Thank you." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"Thank god for good places like this for us older people. Everyone is helpful and friendly. Everything is on hand to make life easy. Also it is nice and clean. Thank you." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"Nice court, good services, complete independence, or, if requires, assistance."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"Safe & secure environment. Friendly environment."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"Very friendly. Well looked after. Feel secure."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"You got your own front door, plus communal area, so you can meet people. Lovely place and a good court manager, Diana."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"Really friendly staff & residents. Nicely decorated, clean. Nothing is too much trouble. Nice buildings. Have socials which is great; saves people bei..." Show more
"Really friendly staff & residents. Nicely decorated, clean. Nothing is too much trouble. Nice buildings. Have socials which is great; saves people being isolated. Best move I made. I just love living here." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"Really friendly staff & residents. Nicely decorated, clean. Nothing is too much trouble. Nice buildings. Have socials which is great; saves people being isolated. Best move I made. I just love living here." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"Very safe & secure. Friendly environment."
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.
