Sandyford Park
Sandyford Road, Jesmond, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE2 1TA
Sandyford Road, Jesmond, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE2 1TA
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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
"Sandyford Park in Newcastle upon Tyne is a purpose-built development managed on the residents’ behalf by Anchor. At Sandyford Park you can live your life to the full, secure in the knowledge that th..." Show more "Sandyford Park in Newcastle upon Tyne is a purpose-built development managed on the residents’ behalf by Anchor. At Sandyford Park you can live your life to the full, secure in the knowledge that there is an estate manager who will provide essential support around the maintenance of your property. They will be on hand to make sure the estate you live in is safe and welcoming. And for additional peace of mind, you’ll be linked to a 24-hour emergency alarm call service should you need it. Should you decide to sell your property in the future we can help by providing information required by solicitors and dealing with any complex enquiries. If you’d like more information about Sandyford Park, please get in touch. We’d be delighted to hear from you." Show lessMain Facts
Retirement housing
Tenure(s): Leasehold
50 flats, bungalows. Built in 1986. Sizes 1 bedroom, 2 bedroom. Includes wheelchair standard properties.
Resident management staff (part time) and Careline alarm service
Lift, Lounge
Access to site easy. Distances: bus stop 100 yards; shop 400 yards; post office 300 yards; town centre 2 mile(s); GP 0.75 mile(s); social centre 0.5 mile(s).
Frequent Social activities include: whist, bingo, knitting circle, scrabble, keep fit, music, coffee mornings, organised by residents. New residents accepted from 55 years of age. Both cats & dogs generally accepted (subject to prior approval and conditions).
Housing Authority: Newcastle upon Tyne
Social Care Authority: Newcastle upon Tyne
Info updated: 15/05/2021
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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: Quality of design
Safety and security
Space standards of individual apartments
Comments made in nominations for the EAC National Housing for Older People Awards
"Safety, cleanliness, friendliness, location. There are plenty of events going on and the Manager, Glynis Fielding, is pleasant and obliging. She is ..." Show more
"Safety, cleanliness, friendliness, location. There are plenty of events going on and the Manager, Glynis Fielding, is pleasant and obliging. She is always willing to help and pays much attention to the residents needs." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"Safety, cleanliness, friendliness, location. There are plenty of events going on and the Manager, Glynis Fielding, is pleasant and obliging. She is always willing to help and pays much attention to the residents needs." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"I feel safe. Warden is excellent. Like m,y own flat & view of garden. Enjoy activities organised."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"My mother lives here. It is well managed and my mother receives excellent support."
Made by a visitor in 2017
Made by a visitor in 2017
"Convenient situation. Well managed estate. Pleasant company & activities."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"I meet some friends in Sandyford Park. I join in the Rookie golf."
Made by a visitor in 2017
Made by a visitor in 2017
"I write as representative of a group called Vintage. We are a church lunch club in Jesmond. Several residents from Sandyford Park attend weekly. They ..." Show more
"I write as representative of a group called Vintage. We are a church lunch club in Jesmond. Several residents from Sandyford Park attend weekly. They all speak very positively and enthusiastically about their residence. They share the news of activities and others joined them last year on an outing. The manager attends the club at Christmas, which we appreciate." Show less
Made by a visitor in 2017
"I write as representative of a group called Vintage. We are a church lunch club in Jesmond. Several residents from Sandyford Park attend weekly. They all speak very positively and enthusiastically about their residence. They share the news of activities and others joined them last year on an outing. The manager attends the club at Christmas, which we appreciate." Show less
Made by a visitor in 2017
"Estate manager very helpful to everyone. A really lovely lady. Everyone friendly. Very quiet and secure. Great coffee mornings and "get togethers"."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"Really well run estate with a lovely, friendly atmosphere and lots going on. The manager know her residents well and goes way beyond the call of duty ..." Show more
"Really well run estate with a lovely, friendly atmosphere and lots going on. The manager know her residents well and goes way beyond the call of duty to ensure their well-being and find activities to suit all tastes." Show less
Made by a visitor in 2017
"Really well run estate with a lovely, friendly atmosphere and lots going on. The manager know her residents well and goes way beyond the call of duty to ensure their well-being and find activities to suit all tastes." Show less
Made by a visitor in 2017
"Very convenient for buses into city or the coast. Excellent estate manager. Also very good entertainment committee organising musical eveningc with de..." Show more
"Very convenient for buses into city or the coast. Excellent estate manager. Also very good entertainment committee organising musical eveningc with delicious home cooked refreshments. Very pleasant outlook onto gardens & trees." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"Very convenient for buses into city or the coast. Excellent estate manager. Also very good entertainment committee organising musical eveningc with delicious home cooked refreshments. Very pleasant outlook onto gardens & trees." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"Well maintained and good location."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"Pleasant aspect of well-designed buildings, beautiful grounds. Our estate manager responds quickly and efficiently to any concerns I have about my acc..." Show more
"Pleasant aspect of well-designed buildings, beautiful grounds. Our estate manager responds quickly and efficiently to any concerns I have about my accommodation. She is always helpful. Our social committee works hard, providing a varied programme of social activities and entertainment." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"Pleasant aspect of well-designed buildings, beautiful grounds. Our estate manager responds quickly and efficiently to any concerns I have about my accommodation. She is always helpful. Our social committee works hard, providing a varied programme of social activities and entertainment." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"I enjoy living here. It's very friendly. Glynis, the manager, always listens to others and arranges things for our enjoyment. We have lots of outings ..." Show more
"I enjoy living here. It's very friendly. Glynis, the manager, always listens to others and arranges things for our enjoyment. We have lots of outings and social evenings – good social committee. I feel safe here. " Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"I enjoy living here. It's very friendly. Glynis, the manager, always listens to others and arranges things for our enjoyment. We have lots of outings and social evenings – good social committee. I feel safe here. " Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"Friendly atmosphere, well co-ordinated events, tidy gardens and interior. Residents all happy and information well displayed"
Made by a visitor in 2017
Made by a visitor in 2017
"Domiciliary physiotherapist service."
Made by a visitor in 2017
Made by a visitor in 2017
"Visiting caregiver."
Made by a staff member in 2017
Made by a staff member in 2017
"Visiting caregiver."
Made by a staff member in 2017
Made by a staff member in 2017
"My husband and I have lived in Sandyford Park for 10 years and never for one minute regretted moving here. Living here has everything one could wish f..." Show more
"My husband and I have lived in Sandyford Park for 10 years and never for one minute regretted moving here. Living here has everything one could wish for, everything!" Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"My husband and I have lived in Sandyford Park for 10 years and never for one minute regretted moving here. Living here has everything one could wish for, everything!" Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"It will be 10 years since we lived here. We have had a very happy time, mostly due to an excellent manager who makes every effort to help the tenants ..." Show more
"It will be 10 years since we lived here. We have had a very happy time, mostly due to an excellent manager who makes every effort to help the tenants with her organising and the elderly committee who plan for outings (theatres, bus trips etc) specially to help the tenants." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"It will be 10 years since we lived here. We have had a very happy time, mostly due to an excellent manager who makes every effort to help the tenants with her organising and the elderly committee who plan for outings (theatres, bus trips etc) specially to help the tenants." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"This complex is very well maintained and well run. This property is well placed for the city and shops."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"Beautiful well maintained estate, extremely helpful estate manager who goes above and beyond to ensure residents are safe, secure and happy!"
Made by a visitor in 2017
Made by a visitor in 2017
"Glynis Fielding is very friendly and a great help , There is a lot going on for the ressidents . All areas are always clean and tidy. It has a homely ..." Show more
"Glynis Fielding is very friendly and a great help , There is a lot going on for the ressidents . All areas are always clean and tidy. It has a homely and safe feeling about it." Show less
Made by a visitor in 2017
"Glynis Fielding is very friendly and a great help , There is a lot going on for the ressidents . All areas are always clean and tidy. It has a homely and safe feeling about it." Show less
Made by a visitor in 2017
"Nothing is a problem and we have an excellent estate manager (Glynis). She is so thoughtful and obliging and it makes living here a pleasure. "
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"Handy location near buses, town and local shops. Pleasant; lots going on."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"There are many varied and entertaining activities to join in. Most people are friendly and the manager organises things well."
Made by a visitor in 2017
Made by a visitor in 2017
"I am not a resident but I join in social activities. Excellent staff and very comfortable atmosphere."
Made by a visitor in 2017
Made by a visitor in 2017
"I do not live here but I join in the activities. i am always made welcome. Exercise group, theatre group & entertainment evenings."
Made by a visitor in 2017
Made by a visitor in 2017
"Staff helpful and friendly. Contribute to the well-being of the residents. Create a warm and caring environment "
Made by a visitor in 2017
Made by a visitor in 2017
"Sandyford park is a caring estate allways putting the residens first, There is a lot of activities to keep the residents active and involved."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"It's very well run, very friendly,quiet. We have an excellent manager, very efficient & caring. Lots of organised days outings. the best thing we ever..." Show more
"It's very well run, very friendly,quiet. We have an excellent manager, very efficient & caring. Lots of organised days outings. the best thing we ever did. Very prompt action from Anchor re emergencies." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"It's very well run, very friendly,quiet. We have an excellent manager, very efficient & caring. Lots of organised days outings. the best thing we ever did. Very prompt action from Anchor re emergencies." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"Excellent location, beautiful, well kept grounds. Great community with many varied social events. Residents very happy and content, lovely warm and f..." Show more
"Excellent location, beautiful, well kept grounds. Great community with many varied social events. Residents very happy and content, lovely warm and friendly atmosphere on the estate. What a lovely place to retire to - no worries." Show less
Made by a staff member in 2017
"Excellent location, beautiful, well kept grounds. Great community with many varied social events. Residents very happy and content, lovely warm and friendly atmosphere on the estate. What a lovely place to retire to - no worries." Show less
Made by a staff member in 2017
"Very friendly. Residents always active enjoy social gatherings and all get along. "
Made by a staff member in 2017
Made by a staff member 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.