The Glebe
Manor Beeches, Dunnington, York, North Yorkshire, YO19 5RT
Manor Beeches, Dunnington, York, North Yorkshire, YO19 5RT
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Manager's Description
"City of York Council Independent Living Communities welcome applications from potential new residents who qualify via the North Yorkshire Home Choice Policy https://www.northyorkshirehomechoice.org.uk..." Show more "City of York Council Independent Living Communities welcome applications from potential new residents who qualify via the North Yorkshire Home Choice Policy https://www.northyorkshirehomechoice.org.uk/.The Glebe was opened in 1984 as purpose-built sheltered housing. It is located within the attractive village of Dunnington, which is just 6 miles out of the city centre. There are local shops which are only a short walk away via a footpath from The Glebe. These include a Hairdresser, Newsagent, Takeaway, Costcutters (with post office), Café, Bakery, Local Sports and Social Club, Public House and a Veterinary Surgery.
The local library is on Church Street just a short walk away, which is open on Monday, Tuesday Thursday and Saturdays at various times. There is a local Methodist Church on Common Road. Dunnington has two local GP surgeries, a Pharmacy and a Dental Surgery.
There is a regular bus service to various cities and towns including York, Pocklington, Bridlington, Hull and Stamford Bridge. The bus service to York City Centre runs every 20 minutes." Show less
Main Facts
Retirement housing
Tenure(s): Rent (social landlord)
28 flats, bungalows. Built in 1984. Sizes studio, 1 bedroom, 2 bedroom. Includes mobility and wheelchair standard properties.
Non-resident management staff and Careline alarm service
Lift, Lounge, Laundry, Guest facilities, Garden, Library, kitchen, Wifi in communal lounge
Whole site accessible by wheelchair. Access to site easy. Distances: bus stop 50 yards; shop 50 yards; post office 50 yards; town centre 7 mile(s); GP 50 yards; social centre 50 yards.
Weekly Social activities include: bingo, coffee adternoons and card sessions, organised by Tenants. New residents accepted from 60 years of age. Both cats & dogs generally accepted, but not to be replaced (Tenants shouls be able to care for their pet).
Housing Authority: York
Social Care Authority: York
Info updated: 02/09/2020
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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
Lifestyle
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Practicality of the individual apartments
Privacy
Quality of design
Safety and security
Comments made in nominations for the EAC National Housing for Older People Awards
"Our nice flat in a good location in a lovely village. I feel very secure and safe in my flat."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"We feel well looked after & well supported. It's the best move I've ever had since I live on my own."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
National Housing for Older People Awards
in the EAC Housing for Older People Awards 2014.
Category: Retirement housing 24-29 units.
Sponsor: FirstPort.
Category: Retirement housing 24-29 units.
Sponsor: FirstPort.