Churchgate
560 London Road, Westcliff-on-Sea, Essex, SS0 9HS
560 London Road, Westcliff-on-Sea, Essex, SS0 9HS
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Manager's Description
"With pleasant trees and hedges at the front of the property, Churchgate is located off a main road in Westcliff-on-Sea. Just a few minutes’ walk from the scheme are three superstores, with a nearby ..." Show more "With pleasant trees and hedges at the front of the property, Churchgate is located off a main road in Westcliff-on-Sea. Just a few minutes’ walk from the scheme are three superstores, with a nearby GP surgery and cash points along the main road. Opposite Churchgate you can catch a bus that will take you into the town centre, with a railway station two miles away, for excellent transport links.Recently redecorated with newly fitted kitchens and flats, Churchgate has a welcoming and friendly atmosphere that will make sure you feel right at home. It offers a mix of studio, one-bed and two-bedroom apartments, suitable for one or two people, over 55.
At the heart of Churchgate is a large, airy communal lounge and kitchen area for private parties, events and activities. It’s a great place to meet with friends to enjoy a tea or coffee.
The rear paved garden features flower beds and hanging baskets, so you can enjoy the outdoor space." Show less
Main Facts
Retirement housing
Tenure(s): Rent (social landlord)
21 flats. Built in 1980. Sizes studio, 1 bedroom, 2 bedroom.
Non-resident management staff and Careline alarm service
Lift, Lounge, Laundry, Guest facilities, Garden
Access to site easy, but less so for less mobile people. Distances: bus stop 50 yards; shop 50 yards; post office 100 yards; town centre 1 mile(s); GP 200 yards; social centre 0.5 mile(s).
Regular Social activities include: coffee mornings, bingo, social events/outings, organised by residents. New residents accepted from 60 years of age.
Housing Authority: Southend-on-Sea
Social Care Authority: Southend-on-Sea
Info updated: 18/08/2010
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Availability
Many council and housing association lettings in this area are made through a 'Choice Based Lettings' system called On The Move. See how to register and then bid for properties at: https://www.southend-on-the-move.org.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: Consultation
Convenience of the location
Link with community at large
Practicality of the individual apartments
Privacy
Quality of the building and facilities
Quality of the garden
Quality of the individual apartments
Comments made in nominations for the EAC National Housing for Older People Awards
"this is a great place to work , all tenants are willing to help out and get involved, their is a very strong community sprit here , they look out for ..." Show more
"this is a great place to work , all tenants are willing to help out and get involved, their is a very strong community sprit here , they look out for one another , Riverside also keeps the building in great condition , and its affordable housing " Show less
Made by a staff member in 2019
"this is a great place to work , all tenants are willing to help out and get involved, their is a very strong community sprit here , they look out for one another , Riverside also keeps the building in great condition , and its affordable housing " Show less
Made by a staff member in 2019
Memberships
ERoSH: The organisation that manages this scheme is a member of ERoSH, the national consortium for sheltered and retirement housing.
