Poppy Dene

Extra care housing
Robson Avenue, Peterlee, County Durham, SR8 5AS
Robson Avenue, Peterlee, County Durham, SR8 5AS

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Managed by
Housing 21
Supporting independence and choice for older people through affordable housing and care

Housing 21 is a leading not for profit provider of Retirement Living and Extra Care for older people of modest means.

Manager's Description

"Poppy Dene is now open in Peterlee. Our brand-new Extra Care Living development offers independent living with access to on-site care for people over the age of 55, with 71 one and two bed apartments ..." Show more "Poppy Dene is now open in Peterlee. Our brand-new Extra Care Living development offers independent living with access to on-site care for people over the age of 55, with 71 one and two bed apartments available for rent.

Founded in 1948, the town of Peterlee is set on the rolling hills of County Durham. The town overlooks the stunning Durham coast and is home to the Castle Eden Dene National Nature Reserve, which is the largest area of semi-natural woodland in North East England.

Our Extra Care Living development has been designed to provide fully accessible facilities for both residents and visitors, which include a restaurant and hair salon for use by the community. There is also an assisted bathing suite, a communal lounge and gardens for residents and their guests to enjoy.

Residents must be 55+ to live at Poppy Dene, have a local connection and have a current care package in place for a minimum of 3.5 hours per week or an urgent housing need." Show less

Main Facts

Extra care housing
Tenure(s): Rent (social landlord)
Care provider: Housing 21
71 flats. Built in 2022. Sizes 1 bedroom, 2 bedroom.
Extra Care scheme with on-site care staff (24 hours / 7 days), Non-resident management staff
Lift, Lounge, Restaurant open to the public, Laundry, Guest facilities, Garden, Hairdressing salon, Assisted bathing facility
Whole site accessible by wheelchair.
New residents accepted from 55 years of age.
Housing Authority: Durham
Social Care Authority: Durham

Info updated: 12/10/2022
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Availability

Housing 21 welcomes enquiries for future vacancies in this Court.
Managed by
Housing 21
Supporting independence and choice for older people through affordable housing and care

Housing 21 is a leading not for profit provider of Retirement Living and Extra Care for older people of modest means.

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