Melrose Gardens
off Station Road, Gosport, Hants, PO12 3BZ
off Station Road, Gosport, Hants, PO12 3BZ
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Comfort and security in a friendly community
Thorngate Churcher Trust is a modern charitable registered social landlord, offering independent assisted living and residential care from three sites in Gosport, Hampshire. We have been providing comfort and security to those in need since 1868.
Manager's Description
" Thorngate Churcher Trust is a modern charitable registered social landlord, offering independent assisted living and residential care from three sites in Gosport, Hampshire. We have been providing co..." Show more " Thorngate Churcher Trust is a modern charitable registered social landlord, offering independent assisted living and residential care from three sites in Gosport, Hampshire. We have been providing comfort and security to those in need since 1868." Show lessMain Facts
Retirement housing / Close care housing
Tenure(s): Rent (social landlord)
34 flats. Built in 1970 and renovated in 2019. Sizes 1 bedroom. Includes mobility standard properties.
Resident management staff (24 hours, 7 days) and Careline alarm service
Stair lift(s), Lounge, Laundry, Garden, Computer area
Access to site easy. Distances: bus stop 151 yards; shop 0.2 mile(s); post office 0.6 mile(s); town centre 1.6 mile(s); GP 0.2 mile(s); social centre 1.2 mile(s).
This almshouse charity caters for: people of limited means over 50. Weekly Social activities include: Weekly coffee mornings and bingo, monthly fish & chip lunch, themed parties, and trips, organised by social committee and the warden. New residents accepted from 55 years of age.
Housing Authority: Gosport
Social Care Authority: Hampshire
Info updated: 30/07/2020
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Availability
Check with Thorngate Churcher Trust - none notified to EAC - Advertise vacancies / sales.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: Convenience of the location
Privacy
Quality of design
Comments made in nominations for the EAC National Housing for Older People Awards
"The staff have shown patience and understanding. The site is quiet and very well maintained."
Made by a resident in 2019
Made by a resident in 2019
"The atmosphere is so friendly, it is like a little peaceful haven"
Made by a staff member in 2019
Made by a staff member in 2019
"Melrose Gardens is a very friendly site, we have just finished adding 12 new residencies and have a social group who host many social activities, incl..." Show more
"Melrose Gardens is a very friendly site, we have just finished adding 12 new residencies and have a social group who host many social activities, including live music events, quizzes, bingo, and trips to interesting places, this makes Melrose Gardens a pleasure to come to work." Show less
Made by a staff member in 2019
"Melrose Gardens is a very friendly site, we have just finished adding 12 new residencies and have a social group who host many social activities, including live music events, quizzes, bingo, and trips to interesting places, this makes Melrose Gardens a pleasure to come to work." Show less
Made by a staff member in 2019
"Melrose Gardens has a lovely community feel, we have a new social group which provides weekly events for the residents. The Trust also provides activi..." Show more
"Melrose Gardens has a lovely community feel, we have a new social group which provides weekly events for the residents. The Trust also provides activities for residents and includes applicants on the waiting list." Show less
Made by a staff member in 2019
"Melrose Gardens has a lovely community feel, we have a new social group which provides weekly events for the residents. The Trust also provides activities for residents and includes applicants on the waiting list." Show less
Made by a staff member in 2019
"Melrose Gardens has always been a vibrant place but since the new addition of Lucas Court and the Bradbury Lounge the community spirit has noticeably ..." Show more
"Melrose Gardens has always been a vibrant place but since the new addition of Lucas Court and the Bradbury Lounge the community spirit has noticeably improved. The social activity has increased and residents experience has improved." Show less
Made by a staff member in 2019
"Melrose Gardens has always been a vibrant place but since the new addition of Lucas Court and the Bradbury Lounge the community spirit has noticeably improved. The social activity has increased and residents experience has improved." Show less
Made by a staff member in 2019
"It's a very close community with fantastic grounds and very friendly staff. "
Made by a staff member in 2019
Made by a staff member in 2019
"Inspirational CEO and Housing Manager, delivering best in class and award winning accommodation and service levels for our residents, its a great plac..." Show more
"Inspirational CEO and Housing Manager, delivering best in class and award winning accommodation and service levels for our residents, its a great place to live and a great place to work." Show less
Made by a staff member in 2019
"Inspirational CEO and Housing Manager, delivering best in class and award winning accommodation and service levels for our residents, its a great place to live and a great place to work." Show less
Made by a staff member in 2019
"The environment is tidy, with green space available to residents giving an open feel to the site. The buildings are well maintained with responsive st..." Show more
"The environment is tidy, with green space available to residents giving an open feel to the site. The buildings are well maintained with responsive staff to attend to issues. The residents are friendly and happy enjoying their independence but also joining in various activities arranged through the Trust Wardens." Show less
Made by a staff member in 2019
"The environment is tidy, with green space available to residents giving an open feel to the site. The buildings are well maintained with responsive staff to attend to issues. The residents are friendly and happy enjoying their independence but also joining in various activities arranged through the Trust Wardens." Show less
Made by a staff member in 2019
"Very friendly staff and loving residents always a pleasure going to work and making a difference "
Made by a staff member in 2019
Made by a staff member in 2019
"Best happy friendly communal care for senior citizen . Very well run
By Thorngate Trust that only looks to improve its residents life style.
Staff ..." Show more
"Best happy friendly communal care for senior citizen . Very well run
By Thorngate Trust that only looks to improve its residents life style.
Staff work tirelessly to make sure the residents are happy and safe morning noon and night." Show less
Made by a resident in 2019
By Thorngate Trust that only looks to improve its residents life style.
Staff ..." Show more
"Best happy friendly communal care for senior citizen . Very well run
By Thorngate Trust that only looks to improve its residents life style.
Staff work tirelessly to make sure the residents are happy and safe morning noon and night." Show less
Made by a resident in 2019
"Melrose Gardens is a beautiful place with equally beautiful people(residents and staff) We are one big family, supportive, caring, loving and happy. N..." Show more
"Melrose Gardens is a beautiful place with equally beautiful people(residents and staff) We are one big family, supportive, caring, loving and happy. No family is perfect but we are always striving to be better people. " Show less
Made by a staff member in 2019
"Melrose Gardens is a beautiful place with equally beautiful people(residents and staff) We are one big family, supportive, caring, loving and happy. No family is perfect but we are always striving to be better people. " Show less
Made by a staff member in 2019
"As a person who works there the residents are so lovely and I work with some fantastic people who go above and beyond for their residents and their fa..." Show more
"As a person who works there the residents are so lovely and I work with some fantastic people who go above and beyond for their residents and their families. " Show less
Made by a staff member in 2019
"As a person who works there the residents are so lovely and I work with some fantastic people who go above and beyond for their residents and their families. " Show less
Made by a staff member in 2019
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Comfort and security in a friendly community
Thorngate Churcher Trust is a modern charitable registered social landlord, offering independent assisted living and residential care from three sites in Gosport, Hampshire. We have been providing comfort and security to those in need since 1868.
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.