Sunley Court
Pipers Hill Road, Kettering, Northamptonshire, NN15 7RJ
Pipers Hill Road, Kettering, Northamptonshire, NN15 7RJ
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Creating better lives for older people
We create communities that provide Homes that older people want, Lifestyles they can enjoy and Care if it’s needed.
Manager's Description
"We have 40 homes. Approximately a third of residents at Sunley Court receive help with their care. Dependent on individual circumstances we can support people with significant assessed care needs, inc..." Show more "We have 40 homes. Approximately a third of residents at Sunley Court receive help with their care. Dependent on individual circumstances we can support people with significant assessed care needs, including dementia. People over the age of 55 are eligible to apply, and priority is given to local residents or people with local connections.Apartments at Sunley Court are available for rent, shared ownership and lease. Facilities include a communal lounge, communal parking, IT area, greenhouse and garden, hairdressers, library and restaurant. Residents at the Scheme enjoy lots of activities including music concerts, kurling and skittles." Show less
Main Facts
Extra care housing
Tenure(s): Rent (social landlord) and Leasehold and Shared Ownership
40 flats. Built in 1998. Sizes 1 bedroom.
Extra Care scheme with on-site care staff (24 hours / 7 days), Non-resident management staff (24 hours, 7 days) and Careline alarm service
Lift, Lounge, Dining room, Laundry, Guest facilities, Garden, Conservatory, Activities room, Hairdressing salon, Library
Whole site accessible by wheelchair. Access to site easy, but less so for less mobile people. Distances: bus stop 0.25 mile(s); shop 0.25 mile(s); post office 0.5 mile(s); town centre 0.5 mile(s); GP 0.5 mile(s); social centre 1 mile(s).
Regular Social activities include: crafts, gardening, singing, dancing, painting, bingo, ceramics, trips out., organised by Activity Co-ordinator. Meal(s) available. New residents accepted from 55 years of age. Both cats & dogs generally accepted (with permission).
Housing Authority: North Northamptonshire
Social Care Authority: North Northamptonshire
Info updated: 21/12/2023
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Availability
Check with The ExtraCare Charitable Trust - none notified to EAC - Advertise vacancies / sales.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 the building and facilities
Quality of the garden
Comments made in nominations for the EAC National Housing for Older People Awards
"Comfortable, clean and well appointed accommodation and communal areas. Dining menu and standard of preparation very good. Impressive programme of act..." Show more
"Comfortable, clean and well appointed accommodation and communal areas. Dining menu and standard of preparation very good. Impressive programme of activities. Understanding, caring and good-humoured staff. Quality of care during end-of-life situation outstanding." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"Comfortable, clean and well appointed accommodation and communal areas. Dining menu and standard of preparation very good. Impressive programme of activities. Understanding, caring and good-humoured staff. Quality of care during end-of-life situation outstanding." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"It's an amazing place to work with the most amazing residents and staff, friendly and welcoming atmosphere."
Made by a staff member in 2017
Made by a staff member in 2017
"I have an opportunity to enhance people's lives and am well supported in doing this by the management."
Made by a staff member in 2017
Made by a staff member in 2017
"The reason why I like Sunley Court is because every time I go in very one is friendly and helpful the residents are all happy and well looked after. T..." Show more
"The reason why I like Sunley Court is because every time I go in very one is friendly and helpful the residents are all happy and well looked after. The staff work hard a very lovely place to be." Show less
Made by a visitor in 2017
"The reason why I like Sunley Court is because every time I go in very one is friendly and helpful the residents are all happy and well looked after. The staff work hard a very lovely place to be." Show less
Made by a visitor in 2017
"Made lots of new friends. I enjoy the daily activities & outings. The carers are very friendly, caring and respectful. The management are approachable..." Show more
"Made lots of new friends. I enjoy the daily activities & outings. The carers are very friendly, caring and respectful. The management are approachable." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"Made lots of new friends. I enjoy the daily activities & outings. The carers are very friendly, caring and respectful. The management are approachable." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"Working for Sunley Court in the last 10 year has been great"
Made by a staff member in 2017
Made by a staff member in 2017
"staff are very caring towards residents and other staff, staff very helpful to residents"
Made by a staff member in 2017
Made by a staff member in 2017
"enjoying working at Sunley Court and working well together to ensure residents are happy."
Made by a staff member in 2017
Made by a staff member in 2017
"wonderful place to work"
Made by a staff member in 2017
Made by a staff member in 2017
"We are well supported and have a brilliant working enviroment in a place residents can call home and be treated with dignity and respect"
Made by a staff member in 2017
Made by a staff member in 2017
"A Versatile home for the elderly that offers a perfect compromise of independent living in the community, with the comfort of 24 hr staffing. Residen..." Show more
"A Versatile home for the elderly that offers a perfect compromise of independent living in the community, with the comfort of 24 hr staffing. Residents have the option of having the company of other residents or keeping to themselves in their lovely apartment. " Show less
Made by a visitor in 2017
"A Versatile home for the elderly that offers a perfect compromise of independent living in the community, with the comfort of 24 hr staffing. Residents have the option of having the company of other residents or keeping to themselves in their lovely apartment. " Show less
Made by a visitor in 2017
"When I visit I am always impressed by how happy all the residents are. "
Made by a visitor in 2017
Made by a visitor in 2017
"There is always a nice atmosphere whenever I visit and the staff are always pleasant and happy with visitors."
Made by a visitor in 2017
Made by a visitor in 2017
"The welcoming atmosphere. A clean environment with a homely appeal."
Made by a visitor in 2017
Made by a visitor in 2017
"Lovely place nice enviroment and caring staff"
Made by a visitor in 2017
Made by a visitor in 2017
"The staff are friendly caring and go the extra mile"
Made by a visitor in 2017
Made by a visitor in 2017
"The residents are so lovely it makes it a total pleasure to work here"
Made by a staff member in 2017
Made by a staff member in 2017
"The staff are so helpful and the scheme is welcoming, The recent improvements to the gardens and communal areas make it feel very homely."
Made by a visitor in 2017
Made by a visitor in 2017
"Perfect location, near town, bus stop outside. Beautiful gardens. good amenities for communal living * sharing. security. Wonderful activities, & vari..." Show more
"Perfect location, near town, bus stop outside. Beautiful gardens. good amenities for communal living * sharing. security. Wonderful activities, & varied. Hairdressing salon. Friendly neighbours. Restaurant." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"Perfect location, near town, bus stop outside. Beautiful gardens. good amenities for communal living * sharing. security. Wonderful activities, & varied. Hairdressing salon. Friendly neighbours. Restaurant." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"Because I feel safe and secure. My needs are met and the staff are friendly & supportive."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"Happy caring staff. Cheerful atmosphere. Helpful, modern. Nice gardens, good food, shop, warmth, clean, car parking."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"Friendly & helpful staff always available if needed. Other residents to mix with in the lounge or dining room."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"Feel supported"
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"Our surroundings are beautiful, inside and out. I fee safe here; good security. Good staff & manager who are kind and treat us with respect. Moving he..." Show more
"Our surroundings are beautiful, inside and out. I fee safe here; good security. Good staff & manager who are kind and treat us with respect. Moving here was the best thin I have done." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"Our surroundings are beautiful, inside and out. I fee safe here; good security. Good staff & manager who are kind and treat us with respect. Moving here was the best thin I have done." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"I am well looked after."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"Security, company, help if needed."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"Gives independence with the security of knowing there is care at hand. The staff are excellent."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"We have our own apartments, rented or purchased. We are given advice (if necessary) and have entertainment, exercise and activities."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"Best place; suited my needs."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"Everybody is friendly and so helpful. My flat is very nice. I can join in lots of activities and we get lovely dinners."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"You feel safe, you can still keep your independence and when you need care, it is here for you."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"Security, caring staff, friendliness."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"Sunley Court has a very friendly and home atmosphere, and everyone knows another. Everything here satisfies my needs, now, and in the future. It is ni..." Show more
"Sunley Court has a very friendly and home atmosphere, and everyone knows another. Everything here satisfies my needs, now, and in the future. It is nice and compact." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"Sunley Court has a very friendly and home atmosphere, and everyone knows another. Everything here satisfies my needs, now, and in the future. It is nice and compact." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"I have never regretted choosing to live at Sunley Court in my later years. Everything here friendly and comfortable. I have enjoyed three happy years ..." Show more
"I have never regretted choosing to live at Sunley Court in my later years. Everything here friendly and comfortable. I have enjoyed three happy years here and hoping for many more." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"I have never regretted choosing to live at Sunley Court in my later years. Everything here friendly and comfortable. I have enjoyed three happy years here and hoping for many more." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"Friendly community environment, home from home, great activities"
Made by a staff member in 2017
Made by a staff member in 2017
"All the staff here at Sunley Court are dedicated to creating better lives for older people. We encourage our residents to live as independent a life a..." Show more
"All the staff here at Sunley Court are dedicated to creating better lives for older people. We encourage our residents to live as independent a life as possible, providing plenty of social interaction, a wide variety of activities & trips out. We have an excellent restaurant,hairdressers,a shop and 40 lovely apartments." Show less
Made by a staff member in 2017
"All the staff here at Sunley Court are dedicated to creating better lives for older people. We encourage our residents to live as independent a life as possible, providing plenty of social interaction, a wide variety of activities & trips out. We have an excellent restaurant,hairdressers,a shop and 40 lovely apartments." Show less
Made by a staff member in 2017
"Staff and residents are very friendly, welcoming and professional"
Made by a staff member in 2017
Made by a staff member in 2017
"I LIKE SUNLEY COURT AS IT IS A VERY INVITING PLACE TO VISIT. WELL MAINTAINED STAFF ARE VERY WELCOMING AND HELPFUL TOWARDS VISITORS AND THE RESIDENTS T..." Show more
"I LIKE SUNLEY COURT AS IT IS A VERY INVITING PLACE TO VISIT. WELL MAINTAINED STAFF ARE VERY WELCOMING AND HELPFUL TOWARDS VISITORS AND THE RESIDENTS THAT LIVE AT SUNLEY IT IS A LOVELY MIXED COMMMUNITY ONE BIG FAMILY." Show less
Made by a staff member in 2017
"I LIKE SUNLEY COURT AS IT IS A VERY INVITING PLACE TO VISIT. WELL MAINTAINED STAFF ARE VERY WELCOMING AND HELPFUL TOWARDS VISITORS AND THE RESIDENTS THAT LIVE AT SUNLEY IT IS A LOVELY MIXED COMMMUNITY ONE BIG FAMILY." Show less
Made by a staff member in 2017
"VERY SUPPORTIVE AND CARING"
Made by a staff member in 2017
Made by a staff member in 2017
"Sunley court staff and residents work together to make improvements and create a welcoming and homely environment for all those who live there and all..." Show more
"Sunley court staff and residents work together to make improvements and create a welcoming and homely environment for all those who live there and all those that visit." Show less
Made by a staff member in 2017
"Sunley court staff and residents work together to make improvements and create a welcoming and homely environment for all those who live there and all those that visit." Show less
Made by a staff member in 2017
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Creating better lives for older people
We create communities that provide Homes that older people want, Lifestyles they can enjoy and Care if it’s needed.
Memberships
ARCO: The manager of this facility is a member of Associated Retirement Community Operators (ARCO), the main body representing the retirement community sector the UK.
