The Furlong
King Street, Tring, Herts, HP23 6BX
King Street, Tring, Herts, HP23 6BX
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Main Facts
Retirement housing
Tenure(s): Leasehold
36 flats. Built in 1989. Sizes 1 bedroom, 2 bedroom.
Resident management staff and Careline alarm service
Lift, Lounge, Laundry, Guest facilities, Garden
Access to site fairly easy.
Regular Social activities include: lunches, bingo, whist, etc. New residents accepted from 60 years of age.
Housing Authority: Dacorum
Social Care Authority: Hertfordshire
Info updated: 18/06/2001
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Availability
Check with Hightown Housing Association Ltd - none notified to EAC - Advertise vacancies / sales.Comments made in nominations for the EAC National Housing for Older People Awards
"it's the best move my mum made. The residents are so lucky to have Jo, the manager, who is really passionate and caring."
Made by a visitor in 2019
Made by a visitor in 2019
"I have settled in very well. Our warden, Jo, has been a great help to me since I moved in. She has made me feel welcome"
Made by a resident in 2019
Made by a resident in 2019
"great features"
Made by a resident in 2019
Made by a resident in 2019
"Have lived here for 18 years. But along comes Jo - full of energy, taking us along with her. She cooks lunches for us, and we all sit in the lounge ju..." Show more
"Have lived here for 18 years. But along comes Jo - full of energy, taking us along with her. She cooks lunches for us, and we all sit in the lounge just like a normal family. She also puts up notices about what is going on." Show less
Made by a resident in 2019
"Have lived here for 18 years. But along comes Jo - full of energy, taking us along with her. She cooks lunches for us, and we all sit in the lounge just like a normal family. She also puts up notices about what is going on." Show less
Made by a resident in 2019
"Our wonderful manager organises lots of social events. She is always here to talk to and has been a great comfort to me since I lost my husband last J..." Show more
"Our wonderful manager organises lots of social events. She is always here to talk to and has been a great comfort to me since I lost my husband last June. This makes the Furlong a great place to live." Show less
Made by a resident in 2019
"Our wonderful manager organises lots of social events. She is always here to talk to and has been a great comfort to me since I lost my husband last June. This makes the Furlong a great place to live." Show less
Made by a resident in 2019
"I like the atmosphere, very relaxed and friendly."
Made by a resident in 2019
Made by a resident in 2019
"this is a lovely, friendly place to live in. I also feel safe and secure. We have a wonderful manager - Mrs Jo Palmer. She is ace!"
Made by a resident in 2019
Made by a resident in 2019
"I like the convenience and tranquility the Furlong offers.There is one particular hero - being Jo Palmer - our scheme manager."
Made by a resident in 2019
Made by a resident in 2019
"My hero is Jo Palmer. I like it here because she is very kind and understanding. She organises everything and makes sure we are in good health, and wi..." Show more
"My hero is Jo Palmer. I like it here because she is very kind and understanding. She organises everything and makes sure we are in good health, and will call the doctor if needed. She is the reason why we all like it here." Show less
Made by a resident in 2019
"My hero is Jo Palmer. I like it here because she is very kind and understanding. She organises everything and makes sure we are in good health, and will call the doctor if needed. She is the reason why we all like it here." Show less
Made by a resident in 2019
"Friendly co-residents and lovely surroundings. Great place to live mainly due to our scheme manager Jo Palmer who makes sure everyone is happy with ou..." Show more
"Friendly co-residents and lovely surroundings. Great place to live mainly due to our scheme manager Jo Palmer who makes sure everyone is happy with our day to day lives. I have never regretted moving here from day 1." Show less
Made by a resident in 2019
"Friendly co-residents and lovely surroundings. Great place to live mainly due to our scheme manager Jo Palmer who makes sure everyone is happy with our day to day lives. I have never regretted moving here from day 1." Show less
Made by a resident in 2019
"Such a great community and atmosphere. My father feels so at home there. And Jo Palmer, the warden, is wonderful."
Made by a visitor in 2019
Made by a visitor in 2019
"Because it is a happy friendly home in beautiful surroundings. There are a variety of things to keep everyone occupied and much chat and laughter a..." Show more
"Because it is a happy friendly home in beautiful surroundings. There are a variety of things to keep everyone occupied and much chat and laughter and of course tea and cake. " Show less
Made by a resident in 2019
"Because it is a happy friendly home in beautiful surroundings. There are a variety of things to keep everyone occupied and much chat and laughter and of course tea and cake. " Show less
Made by a resident in 2019
"Great service and excellent team"
Made by a visitor in 2019
Made by a visitor in 2019
"Our House Manager has created a wonderful, friendly atmosphere which is enhanced by her individual care tailored to each of our needs."
Made by a resident in 2019
Made by a resident in 2019
"I feel safe, surrounded by friends. Lots of activities to join in and my Warden Jo is lovely. "
Made by a resident in 2019
Made by a resident in 2019
"My Dad lives here and loves it.. There is always something going on. It is very well maintained and clean. A very happy place"
Made by a visitor in 2019
Made by a visitor in 2019
"Friendly caring community where the residents are safe and nurtured by the manager"
Made by a visitor in 2019
Made by a visitor in 2019
"The manager,Mrs Jo Palmer,is a wonderful understanding person
and is always there to help or advise us ,even on many occaisions when she is off duty.J..." Show more
"The manager,Mrs Jo Palmer,is a wonderful understanding person
and is always there to help or advise us ,even on many occaisions when she is off duty.Jo also organises coffee mornings,games,bingo and also cooks us lunches at a very reasonable price every month." Show less
Made by a resident in 2019
and is always there to help or advise us ,even on many occaisions when she is off duty.J..." Show more
"The manager,Mrs Jo Palmer,is a wonderful understanding person
and is always there to help or advise us ,even on many occaisions when she is off duty.Jo also organises coffee mornings,games,bingo and also cooks us lunches at a very reasonable price every month." Show less
Made by a resident in 2019
"Jo is a valued member of Hightown and this is reflected in the service she provides to our residents at The Furlong. Jo is always willing to help and ..." Show more
"Jo is a valued member of Hightown and this is reflected in the service she provides to our residents at The Furlong. Jo is always willing to help and goes the extra mile regardless of her own needs. She will carries out her work always wearing a smile. " Show less
Made by a staff member in 2019
"Jo is a valued member of Hightown and this is reflected in the service she provides to our residents at The Furlong. Jo is always willing to help and goes the extra mile regardless of her own needs. She will carries out her work always wearing a smile. " Show less
Made by a staff member in 2019
"This service helps older people to keep their independence, dignity and social life so as long as possible. Run by the dynamic Joanne Palmer, it's a s..." Show more
"This service helps older people to keep their independence, dignity and social life so as long as possible. Run by the dynamic Joanne Palmer, it's a service that's full of energy - which we all saw at their vintage-themed 30th anniversary party this year." Show less
Made by a staff member in 2019
"This service helps older people to keep their independence, dignity and social life so as long as possible. Run by the dynamic Joanne Palmer, it's a service that's full of energy - which we all saw at their vintage-themed 30th anniversary party this year." Show less
Made by a staff member in 2019
National Housing for Older People Awards
in the EAC Housing for Older People Awards 2019.
Category: Retirement housing 31-36 units.
Sponsor: Retirement Homesearch.
Category: Retirement housing 31-36 units.
Sponsor: Retirement Homesearch.
