Wadham Court

Retirement housing
off Shaftesway Avenue, Ryhope, Sunderland, Tyne and Wear, SR2 0AP
off Shaftesway Avenue, Ryhope, Sunderland, Tyne and Wear, SR2 0AP

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Manager's Description

"Wadham Court offers high quality apartments in Ryhope for the over 55s. The scheme off Shaftesway Avenue which close to the local high street and seafront. Local transport links make it easy to get to..." Show more "Wadham Court offers high quality apartments in Ryhope for the over 55s. The scheme off Shaftesway Avenue which close to the local high street and seafront. Local transport links make it easy to get to Sunderland, Peterlee and Houghton Le Spring. We have one bedroom apartments over two floors, all accessible via stairs or lift.

Essential services such as a GP surgeries and shops are conveniently located within walking distance.

Wadham Court has a great community, there is always something going on for you to get involved in. Residents have the best of both worlds; the privacy of their own home coupled with the option of socialising with others, knowing that there is support available if needed.

When you choose to, you can experience a vibrant and inviting communal area perfect for gatherings and events, where you can relax and chat with friends and family. We have regular activities such as:

Coffee mornings
Game nights
Communal lunches
Bingo
When you come into Wadham Court you are greeted by a welcoming communal court yard with seating areas. We maintain the garden but love that residents also get involved and add their own touches.

Our scheme benefits from private parking and on street permit parking. A self-contained guest room is available for your visitors to use, finished to a high standard and benefitting from two single beds and en-suite. Our facilities also include:

Laundry
Communal lounge and kitchen
All our properties come unfurnished, so you can bring your own furniture and belongings to truly make an apartment your home.

Each apartment is linked to a 24/7 Telecare Response Service, giving you support and reassurance at the touch of a button if you need it. We also offer morning calls five days a week from the scheme's Wellbeing & Compliance Assistant, to make sure you are safe and well." Show less

Main Facts

Retirement housing
Tenure(s): Rent (social landlord)
32 flats. Sizes 1 bedroom.
Non-resident management staff (part time) and Careline alarm service
Lift, Lounge, Laundry, Guest facilities, Garden
Access to site fairly easy. Distances: bus stop 19 yards; shop 9 yards; post office 20 yards; town centre 2.5 mile(s); GP 30 yards; social centre 30 yards.
Weekly Social activities include: social evenings, lunch club, card school, coffee mornings. New residents accepted from 60 years of age.
Housing Authority: Sunderland
Social Care Authority: Sunderland

Info updated: 04/07/2024
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Availability

Check with Castles & Coasts Housing Association - none notified to EAC - Advertise vacancies / sales.

Comments made in nominations for the EAC National Housing for Older People Awards

"Residents can maintain their independence but in the knowledge that, if needed, help is close to hand. Events are ran on a regular basis and help resi..." Show more
"Residents can maintain their independence but in the knowledge that, if needed, help is close to hand. Events are ran on a regular basis and help residents to meet in a relaxed and social environment. " Show less

Made by a resident in 2019
National Housing for Older People Awards
North East region gold award winner
in the EAC Housing for Older People Awards 2019.
Category: Retirement housing 31-36 units.
Sponsor: Retirement Homesearch.
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