Magdalene Court
Medomsley, Consett, County Durham, DH8 6RF
Medomsley, Consett, County Durham, DH8 6RF
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Main Facts
Retirement housing
Tenure(s): Rent (social landlord)
19 flats. Built in 2010. Sizes 1 bedroom.
Non-resident management staff and Careline alarm service
Lounge, Guest facilities, Garden, kitchen
New residents accepted from 55 years of age.
Housing Authority: Durham
Social Care Authority: Durham
Info updated: 19/08/2014
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Availability
Many council and housing association lettings in this area are made through a 'Choice Based Lettings' system called Durham Key Options. See how to register and then bid for properties at: https://www.durhamkeyoptions.co.uk/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: Activities and outings
Community spirit
Consultation
Lifestyle
Link with community at large
Maintenance
Overall ratings
Quality of design
Quality of the building and facilities
Quality of the garden
Quality of the individual apartments
Space standards of individual apartments
Comments made in nominations for the EAC National Housing for Older People Awards
"I love living here. Friendly, clean & safe. Plenty to join in if needed. Friendly staff and good friends and neighbours."
Made by a resident in 2019
Made by a resident in 2019
"this is the best decision I have ever made. The people here are so helpful and caring, as is our warden Vicki Blakey."
Made by a resident in 2019
Made by a resident in 2019
"I love it here. Everyone is friendly. We have get-togethers and meet up every Friday for coffee morning. I have lots of friends who visit and all say ..." Show more
"I love it here. Everyone is friendly. We have get-togethers and meet up every Friday for coffee morning. I have lots of friends who visit and all say it's like a 5 star hotel" Show less
Made by a resident in 2019
"I love it here. Everyone is friendly. We have get-togethers and meet up every Friday for coffee morning. I have lots of friends who visit and all say it's like a 5 star hotel" Show less
Made by a resident in 2019
"People are so generous with their time and your never lonely"
Made by a resident in 2019
Made by a resident in 2019
"How having Breast Cancer was the best thing that happened to me. It made me reassess my life and l moved into Magdalene Court 2016.I am so happy to li..." Show more
"How having Breast Cancer was the best thing that happened to me. It made me reassess my life and l moved into Magdalene Court 2016.I am so happy to live here & my health has improved because of it. HAPPY DAYS ????" Show less
Made by a resident in 2019
"How having Breast Cancer was the best thing that happened to me. It made me reassess my life and l moved into Magdalene Court 2016.I am so happy to live here & my health has improved because of it. HAPPY DAYS ????" Show less
Made by a resident in 2019
"Because we have become a close community and are always there to help one another."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"Security. Option of joining in activities or not. Pleasant surroundings."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"It is a lovely place and we feel very safe living here, and help is on hand if needed. Best move we have ever made."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"Come and go as you like. Very good neighbours."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"I have company without having to go out."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"Peace of mind. The help is available if needed. Security. Companionship."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"I fee secure at all times; it is a nice and friendly atmosphere; situated in a pleasant village."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"It is the best move I have made. I have security, peace of mind and wonderful neighbours. I organise coffee mornings, bingo and get togethers on Satur..." Show more
"It is the best move I have made. I have security, peace of mind and wonderful neighbours. I organise coffee mornings, bingo and get togethers on Saturday evenings. Our support staff are only a pull cord away." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"It is the best move I have made. I have security, peace of mind and wonderful neighbours. I organise coffee mornings, bingo and get togethers on Saturday evenings. Our support staff are only a pull cord away." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"This is the best move I have ever made. My sister and brother live just downstairs and all my neighbours are really nice. All I have to do is pull my ..." Show more
"This is the best move I have ever made. My sister and brother live just downstairs and all my neighbours are really nice. All I have to do is pull my cord if needed." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"This is the best move I have ever made. My sister and brother live just downstairs and all my neighbours are really nice. All I have to do is pull my cord if needed." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"Magdalene Court is a very friendly place to work; all residents that live here are always looking out for one another if there is any problems "
Made by a staff member in 2017
Made by a staff member in 2017
National Housing for Older People Awards
in the EAC Housing for Older People Awards 2017.
Category: Retirement housing under 25 units.
Sponsor: .
Category: Retirement housing under 25 units.
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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.