Gatesgarth Close

Retirement housing
Newby, North Yorkshire, YO12 5PA
Newby, North Yorkshire, YO12 5PA

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Main Facts

Retirement housing
Tenure(s): Rent (social landlord)
53 flats, bungalows. Built in 1960. Sizes 1 bedroom.
Visiting management staff (Mobile Warden team on call 24/7), Non-resident management staff and Careline alarm service
Lounge, Laundry, Garden, Community centre, Library
New residents accepted from 60 years of age. Both cats & dogs generally accepted, but not to be replaced.
Housing Authority: North Yorkshire
Social Care Authority: North Yorkshire

Info updated: 06/06/2011
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Availability

Many council and housing association lettings in this area are made through a 'Choice Based Lettings' system called North Yorkshire Home Choice. See how to register and then bid for properties at: https://www.northyorkshirehomechoice.org.uk/

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

"I am able to be independent, whilst having warden care for help if needed."
Made by a resident in 2017

"The location is very good and the rooms are well-designed and spacious. The alarm system is excellent and the outlook very good. Good bus service, clo..." Show more
"The location is very good and the rooms are well-designed and spacious. The alarm system is excellent and the outlook very good. Good bus service, close to shops, hospital, town etc. Good neighbours. Community Centre and facilities are excellent as is the warden's standard!" Show less

Made by a resident in 2017

"I like the area and people are so friendly and helpful. The warden is A1. We all think a lot of her."
Made by a resident in 2017

"It is nice and quiet and there is a good community."
Made by a resident in 2017

"We have nice people and it's nice and quiet. Also there is a community centre to meet other people."
Made by a resident in 2017

"I attend Gatesgarth Close Community centre on a regular basis."
Made by a visitor in 2017

"Because it's very friendly and we go on nice trips."
Made by a resident in 2017

"I enjoy coming to Gatesgarth. It's a nie friendly place. Meet some nice people. I enjoy the company and it is a nice cheerful place. Everybody welcome..." Show more
"I enjoy coming to Gatesgarth. It's a nie friendly place. Meet some nice people. I enjoy the company and it is a nice cheerful place. Everybody welcome." Show less

Made by a visitor in 2017

"I live at Gatesgarth and enjoy everything about it. I made great friends."
Made by a resident in 2017

"I enjoy going to the centre. I go at least twice a week."
Made by a visitor in 2017

"Friendly, lovely flats for the retired."
Made by a visitor in 2017

"I attend the centre at least twice a week and enjoy the company and friends I have made there. We have lots of opportunities to join in various activi..." Show more
"I attend the centre at least twice a week and enjoy the company and friends I have made there. We have lots of opportunities to join in various activities etc. The highlight being Friday coffee morning!!" Show less

Made by a visitor in 2017

"The centre is a wonderful place to go. You meet people and enjoy the facilities. I attend the centre 4 times a week and help where I can."
Made by a volunteer in 2017

"I live at Gatesgarth Close. I use the community centre 3 times a week & have made lots of friends. I am happy here."
Made by a resident in 2017

"All staff helpful. Residents very friendly. Many things to do. I attend coffee morning, film club, use the laundry, also colouring club. We also go on..." Show more
"All staff helpful. Residents very friendly. Many things to do. I attend coffee morning, film club, use the laundry, also colouring club. We also go on outings in summer." Show less

Made by a resident in 2017

"Being able to attend the film club, colouring club, bingo, coffee morning & outings, arranged by our warden."
Made by a resident in 2017

"I like living here. It is a very friendly community. We also have a very good warden (Margaret). We fee very safe at Gatesgarth."
Made by a resident in 2017

"I live and work at Gatesgarth Close which is a hub of activities and facilities the Centre serves the community and tenants visit from other schemes f..." Show more
"I live and work at Gatesgarth Close which is a hub of activities and facilities the Centre serves the community and tenants visit from other schemes for everything from coffee morning to voting. The centre is some tenants entire social life. We have a happy joyful environment to enjoy" Show less

Made by a staff member in 2017

"This centre is great place for people to socialise to stop social isolation"
Made by a staff member in 2017
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