Monkwray Court
Monkwray Road, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 9HD
Monkwray Road, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 9HD
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We believe that later life is for living
Helping people enjoy later life is our passion. It has been for more than 60 years. And today, in an ageing society, our housing, care and support is needed more than ever.
Manager's Description
"At Monkwray Court retirement housing scheme in Whitehaven, we offer 12 one bedroom and 34 studio purpose-built properties for rent for people over the age of 55. We also offer on-site support from tra..." Show more "At Monkwray Court retirement housing scheme in Whitehaven, we offer 12 one bedroom and 34 studio purpose-built properties for rent for people over the age of 55. We also offer on-site support from trained care staff should you require any additional help.The property is situated close to Whitehaven and has excellent transport links to the Kells area and the town centre. The local shops are within walking distance and include supermarkets, a library and a fish and chip shop. There are doctors' surgeries located in Whitehaven Town Centre on the nearby bus route. Other local amenities include the Kells Legion Social Club, Kells Rugby League Club and the Haig Mining Museum.
We understand that sometimes you like to be alone and at other times you may want to be more sociable. Our properties give you that freedom. At Monkwray Court we run social activities including film nights, coffee afternoons, day trips, social nights and bingo nights.
You will not need to worry about maintenance and repairs or gardening upkeep as we take care of those. We provide a wide range of facilities, including a communal lounge, guest room, hairdresser, on-site restaurant, sensory garden with seating area, an on-site laundry and 10 parking spaces." Show less
Main Facts
Extra care housing
Tenure(s): Rent (social landlord)
Care provider: Cumberland Council
46 flats. Built in 1983. Sizes studio, 1 bedroom. Includes wheelchair standard properties.
Extra Care scheme with on-site care staff (24 hours / 7 days), Resident management staff and Careline alarm service
Lift, Lounge, Laundry, Guest facilities, Garden, Activities room, Hairdressing salon, sensory garden with seating areas
Whole site accessible by wheelchair. Access to site fairly easy. Distances: bus stop 200 yards; shop 200 yards; post office 1 mile(s); town centre 2 mile(s); GP 2 mile(s); social centre 2 mile(s).
Weekly Social activities include: bingo, coffee mornings, organised by residents. Meal(s) available (lunch Monday and Wednesday). New residents accepted from 60 years of age. Both cats & dogs generally accepted (subject to prior approval and conditions).
Housing Authority: Cumberland
Social Care Authority: Cumberland
Info updated: 15/05/2021
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Availability
Anchor welcomes enquiries for future vacancies in this extra care housing scheme.Comments made in nominations for the EAC National Housing for Older People Awards
"the best place of its kind in West Cumbria. It's all thanks to the local manager who is kindness personified."
Made by a resident in 2019
Made by a resident in 2019
"Great location with very friendly manager. Nothing is too much trouble and there always seems to be a good atmosphere."
Made by a visitor in 2019
Made by a visitor in 2019
"The reception from all housing and care staff is always very warm and welcoming and residents enjoy great care, great activity and lovely homes"
Made by a visitor in 2019
Made by a visitor in 2019
"Lovely place to live and work very friendly and very homely a places I would like to live in when I am old. "
Made by a staff member in 2017
Made by a staff member in 2017
"visited Monkwray Court through work, found it welcoming and everyone was accomodating "
Made by a visitor in 2017
Made by a visitor in 2017
"Fab staff and well run, always welcoming and friendly"
Made by a visitor in 2017
Made by a visitor in 2017
"very efficient friendly atmosphere"
Made by a visitor in 2017
Made by a visitor in 2017
"It's a lovely place to work - great colleagues and residents alike. We all have a good relationship."
Made by a staff member in 2017
Made by a staff member in 2017
"lovely atmosphere, clean and residents are happy. It makes me happy when i visit"
Made by a visitor in 2017
Made by a visitor in 2017
"The manager is very caring."
Made by a visitor in 2017
Made by a visitor in 2017
"Monkwary Court has a lovely feeling from the time you walk in, they have their own little community and the atmosphere reflects this. Staff are welco..." Show more
"Monkwary Court has a lovely feeling from the time you walk in, they have their own little community and the atmosphere reflects this. Staff are welcoming, caring and knowledgeable and will do their upmost to support their customers needs." Show less
Made by a visitor in 2017
"Monkwary Court has a lovely feeling from the time you walk in, they have their own little community and the atmosphere reflects this. Staff are welcoming, caring and knowledgeable and will do their upmost to support their customers needs." Show less
Made by a visitor in 2017
"Really lovely scheme and the staff are fabulous and polite and friendly and helpful."
Made by a visitor in 2017
Made by a visitor in 2017
"The customers are well cared for and there is always something on for them to do the kitchen offers fabulous food and the lounge is warm and inviting...." Show more
"The customers are well cared for and there is always something on for them to do the kitchen offers fabulous food and the lounge is warm and inviting. The staff are very approachable and friendly and they go out of their way to make the customers happy." Show less
Made by a visitor in 2017
"The customers are well cared for and there is always something on for them to do the kitchen offers fabulous food and the lounge is warm and inviting. The staff are very approachable and friendly and they go out of their way to make the customers happy." Show less
Made by a visitor in 2017
"Monkwray Court is alway bright and welcoming, the staff go out of their way to make sure the customers are well cared for and are happy. There is alwa..." Show more
"Monkwray Court is alway bright and welcoming, the staff go out of their way to make sure the customers are well cared for and are happy. There is always something going on at the scheme and the staff are always interacting with the customers, providing support where necessary. " Show less
Made by a staff member in 2017
"Monkwray Court is alway bright and welcoming, the staff go out of their way to make sure the customers are well cared for and are happy. There is always something going on at the scheme and the staff are always interacting with the customers, providing support where necessary. " Show less
Made by a staff member in 2017
"The scheme provides extra care faiclities and its clear from the consistently high service delivery that the care team and the location managers work ..." Show more
"The scheme provides extra care faiclities and its clear from the consistently high service delivery that the care team and the location managers work very closely to deliver fantastic customer service, the place exudes a feeling of happiness." Show less
Made by a visitor in 2017
"The scheme provides extra care faiclities and its clear from the consistently high service delivery that the care team and the location managers work very closely to deliver fantastic customer service, the place exudes a feeling of happiness." Show less
Made by a visitor in 2017
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We believe that later life is for living
Helping people enjoy later life is our passion. It has been for more than 60 years. And today, in an ageing society, our housing, care and support is needed more than ever.
