Marjorie Baker House
Vicarage Street, Colyton, Devon, EX24 6LJ
Vicarage Street, Colyton, Devon, EX24 6LJ
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Comfort, companionship and security
Living at home can become harder as you get older. But choosing to move into supported living accommodation doesn't have to mean losing your independence. In fact, many of our residents tell us it feels like a new beginning.
Manager's Description
"A modern, centrally located, purpose built house set in a quiet cul-de-sac comprising of 15 spacious one bedroom apartments. Each apartment boasts its own en suite bathroom, kitchen facility and livin..." Show more "A modern, centrally located, purpose built house set in a quiet cul-de-sac comprising of 15 spacious one bedroom apartments. Each apartment boasts its own en suite bathroom, kitchen facility and living room.Our attractive respite room is available for short stays and recuperation. A spacious, communal lounge home to our bar, ‘The Settle Inn’, homemade, two course lunches and light tea are served in our new extension, a lovely dining room full of natural light, looking on to our patio and gardens.
Our beautiful gardens are home to a pretty pond, summer house and greenhouse for potting and planting. We have monthly coffee mornings which are shared with friends and family and the local community and put on film and quiz nights as well as live streaming of music and current events. We host a number of activities and events that our residents thoroughly enjoy, including chair exercise and baking sessions.
Colyton is a delightful small town, steeped in history, set amidst the rolling hills and valleys of East Devon and not far from the scenic Axe Estuary and Jurassic Coastline. There are a number of local amenities nearby and easily accessible too. Including general stores, post office, doctors, pharmacy, hairdressers, pubs, cafes and a local garden shop. Also nearby are the community library and the Parish Church." Show less
Main Facts
Retirement housing
Tenure(s): Rent (social landlord)
15 flats. Built in 1982 and renovated in 2011. Sizes 1 bedroom.
Visiting management staff (sleep-in cover at night), Non-resident management staff and Careline alarm service
Lounge, Dining room, Laundry, Guest facilities, Garden, Conservatory
Regular social activities include: Sharing hobbies and interests; film nights, craft activities, listening to music and board games. Meal(s) available (two meals every day).
Housing Authority: East Devon
Social Care Authority: Devon
Info updated: 30/04/2020
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Availability
Abbeyfield welcomes enquiries for future vacancies in this House.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: Overall ratings
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Quality of the garden
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Comfort, companionship and security
Living at home can become harder as you get older. But choosing to move into supported living accommodation doesn't have to mean losing your independence. In fact, many of our residents tell us it feels like a new beginning.
Memberships
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