Broadway Gardens
Northwood Park Road, Bushbury, Wolverhampton, West Midlands, WV10 8EA
Northwood Park Road, Bushbury, Wolverhampton, West Midlands, WV10 8EA
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Manager's Description
"Broadway Gardens has a warm comfy atmosphere, and everyone is made welcome. We are an award winning scheme.The Collingwood Library is based in Broadway Gardens, following a relocation in 2013. The..." Show more "Broadway Gardens has a warm comfy atmosphere, and everyone is made welcome. We are an award winning scheme.
The Collingwood Library is based in Broadway Gardens, following a relocation in 2013. The self-service library enables customers to take out, return and renew items. For more information about the library, visit www.wolverhampton.gov.uk/libraries" Show less
Main Facts
Extra care housing
Tenure(s): Rent (social landlord)
56 flats. Built in 1995. Sizes 1 bedroom, 2 bedroom.
Retirement Living Plus scheme with on-site care staff (24 hours / 7 days), Non-resident management staff and Careline alarm service
Lift, Lounge, Dining room, Restaurant open to the public, Laundry, Guest facilities, Garden, Community centre, Hobby room, Activities room, Cafe/bistro, Hairdressing salon, Bar/pub, Library, Assisted bathing facility, well-being room
Whole site accessible by wheelchair. Access to site easy. Distances: bus stop 200 yards; shop 200 yards; post office 200 yards; town centre 2 mile(s); GP 200 yards.
Regular Social activities include: Daily activities and evening events usually every month, organised by Activity Co-ordinator and staff. Meal(s) available. New residents accepted from 55 years of age. Both cats & dogs generally accepted, but not to be replaced (If residents can look after their pet).
Housing Authority: Wolverhampton
Social Care Authority: Wolverhampton
Info updated: 24/05/2017
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Availability
Many council and housing association lettings in this area are made through a 'Choice Based Lettings' system called Homes in the City. See how to register and then bid for properties at: https://www.homesinthecity.org.uk/homes-in-the-city-explained/how-do-i-applyResidents' 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: Activities and outings
Convenience of the location
Lifestyle
Overall ratings
Quality of the garden
Comments made in nominations for the EAC National Housing for Older People Awards
"Why I like living at Broadway Gardens is because I can't find anywhere better."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"The people are very nice. The carers are pretty good too. I have only lived here for 12 months."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"I am a new tenant. The staff are exemplary and I have no complaints."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"I like living here because it's got everything I need."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"The people are nice and friendly and there is lots to do."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"There is company when you want it. There are plenty of activities to join in if you want it. You get a peaceful night's sleep."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"I like living here because the people are friendly and there is good company."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"I like living here because it is clean and friendly."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"I enjoy living here because I can join in with company or be alone and I want to."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"People and staff are very friendly here."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"It has a pleasant and friendly atmosphere."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"I came to look at the place and liked it immediately. It is very clean."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"It's somewhere comfortable and safe. Nice and quiet for me to live."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"After losing my wife, son and daughter, I thought it was a good idea to move in and get some support in my latter years."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"Very good staff and carers. I have no complaints about Broadway. I couldn't be in a better place."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"My mother lives in this retirement housing scheme. She enjoys the organised activities program, and the warm and pleasant atmosphere. As a daughter I ..." Show more
"My mother lives in this retirement housing scheme. She enjoys the organised activities program, and the warm and pleasant atmosphere. As a daughter I enjoy my visits. Staff are always pleasant and it is reassuring to know she is safe." Show less
Made by a visitor in 2017
"My mother lives in this retirement housing scheme. She enjoys the organised activities program, and the warm and pleasant atmosphere. As a daughter I enjoy my visits. Staff are always pleasant and it is reassuring to know she is safe." Show less
Made by a visitor in 2017
"I have lived here for four years. I am very happy and settled in my home. I feels safe, with happy staff willing to help at all times. Plenty of activ..." Show more
"I have lived here for four years. I am very happy and settled in my home. I feels safe, with happy staff willing to help at all times. Plenty of activities for us to do." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"I have lived here for four years. I am very happy and settled in my home. I feels safe, with happy staff willing to help at all times. Plenty of activities for us to do." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"My mother lives here and is very well looked after."
Made by a visitor in 2017
Made by a visitor in 2017
"Hi enjoy living here. It feels safe and I like the staff."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"I think Broadway Gardens is a lovely place to live. Staff are lovely and friendly. My mother lives here and she's a completely different person since ..." Show more
"I think Broadway Gardens is a lovely place to live. Staff are lovely and friendly. My mother lives here and she's a completely different person since living here; so much happier. There's always something going on which she can involve herself with if she wishes." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"I think Broadway Gardens is a lovely place to live. Staff are lovely and friendly. My mother lives here and she's a completely different person since living here; so much happier. There's always something going on which she can involve herself with if she wishes." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"Julie is exceptionally good. Thoughtful staff member. Broadway is nice and quiet at night, which helps me sleep well."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"It's pleasant and well looked after. Staff are always there for you. Safe in here to live."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"I have lived here for 15 years. I have done the most amazing things, met lovely people from all ranges of life. In my opinion this place should be ava..." Show more
"I have lived here for 15 years. I have done the most amazing things, met lovely people from all ranges of life. In my opinion this place should be available for all people over 60. Don't live on your own!" Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"I have lived here for 15 years. I have done the most amazing things, met lovely people from all ranges of life. In my opinion this place should be available for all people over 60. Don't live on your own!" Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"Not as much worry as being in a house."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"I have been here for four years. I find the staff and residents very friendly. There are plenty of social activities to keep us alll together and staf..." Show more
"I have been here for four years. I find the staff and residents very friendly. There are plenty of social activities to keep us alll together and staff are kind and helpful." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"I have been here for four years. I find the staff and residents very friendly. There are plenty of social activities to keep us alll together and staff are kind and helpful." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"I am a member of staff. Broadway is a friendly, clean environment to live in. Staff are polite, friendly, helpful and everyone does a wonderful job. S..." Show more
"I am a member of staff. Broadway is a friendly, clean environment to live in. Staff are polite, friendly, helpful and everyone does a wonderful job. Safety, caring, communication a must." Show less
Made by a staff member in 2017
"I am a member of staff. Broadway is a friendly, clean environment to live in. Staff are polite, friendly, helpful and everyone does a wonderful job. Safety, caring, communication a must." Show less
Made by a staff member in 2017
"I am a staff member. I work here because of the excellent residents here."
Made by a staff member in 2017
Made by a staff member in 2017
"It is such a lovely warm and caring place. Wouldn't want to be anywhere else."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"I am a staff member here. All residents are happy living here. We treat all with person centred care."
Made by a staff member in 2017
Made by a staff member in 2017
"We have a kind and friendly group of staff at Broadway, working happily together to deliver care and support in a warm and friendly environment. I thi..." Show more
"We have a kind and friendly group of staff at Broadway, working happily together to deliver care and support in a warm and friendly environment. I think Broadway should win." Show less
Made by a staff member in 2017
"We have a kind and friendly group of staff at Broadway, working happily together to deliver care and support in a warm and friendly environment. I think Broadway should win." Show less
Made by a staff member in 2017
"I am a staff member. I think Broadway should win because we give good person centred care and it is a nice environment."
Made by a staff member in 2017
Made by a staff member in 2017
"I feel that we provide a comprehensive, holistic service to all our customers."
Made by a staff member in 2017
Made by a staff member in 2017
"I have worked at Broadway Gardens for six years and I fully enjoy all aspects of my job; residents, staff and volunteers."
Made by a staff member in 2017
Made by a staff member in 2017
"I would love to live at Broadway Gardens as I love it here. It's safe and friendly. It is clean and I love working here."
Made by a staff member in 2017
Made by a staff member in 2017
"Staff are very welcoming to the residents. Very lovely and welcoming."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"There is an effective team here, which make it a home from home. Good manager."
Made by a staff member in 2017
Made by a staff member in 2017
"As a volunteer, I find that Broadway Gardens is a delight to work in. There is a friendly atmosphere, good clean facilities, excellent activities. It'..." Show more
"As a volunteer, I find that Broadway Gardens is a delight to work in. There is a friendly atmosphere, good clean facilities, excellent activities. It's a joy to volunteer there." Show less
Made by a volunteer in 2017
"As a volunteer, I find that Broadway Gardens is a delight to work in. There is a friendly atmosphere, good clean facilities, excellent activities. It's a joy to volunteer there." Show less
Made by a volunteer in 2017
"I enjoy the security Broadway Gardens supplies as I don't like being on my own."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"Such a nice place to be in. Staff are very friendly. Wouldn't want to be anywhere else."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"Pleasant layout manager very hands on"
Made by a visitor in 2017
Made by a visitor in 2017
"I like living in Broadway Gardens because it is safe and secure: very friendly happy place. All the staff are very hard-working and friendly iff you n..." Show more
"I like living in Broadway Gardens because it is safe and secure: very friendly happy place. All the staff are very hard-working and friendly iff you need help. We have a very good social life and beautiful gardens." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"I like living in Broadway Gardens because it is safe and secure: very friendly happy place. All the staff are very hard-working and friendly iff you need help. We have a very good social life and beautiful gardens." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"I have worked at Broadway Gardens for 19 years now. I have seen many residents come and go but I know we have given them a new lease of life since mo..." Show more
"I have worked at Broadway Gardens for 19 years now. I have seen many residents come and go but I know we have given them a new lease of life since moving here, even though they thought it was the end chapter of their lives." Show less
Made by a staff member in 2017
"I have worked at Broadway Gardens for 19 years now. I have seen many residents come and go but I know we have given them a new lease of life since moving here, even though they thought it was the end chapter of their lives." Show less
Made by a staff member in 2017
"I am a member of staff and I love working here!"
Made by a staff member in 2017
Made by a staff member in 2017
"Excellent care and attention from staff."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"It gives my family peace of mind that I am in a safe and happy environment."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"Very attractive building. Comfortable flats. Very helpful and good service if need be."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"We have all the amenities and more than anywhere else. Wonderful staff and volunteers. Everyone is so caring."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"Friendly and very nice people."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"I have lived here for 13 years. It is the ideal housing for older people. Safe, secure, friendly and caring."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"We are cared for and I like to join the activities. The flats are lovely and clean."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"Clean, friendly and staff are very lovely. Always lots going on and days out. Flat is a good size and warm."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"I like living at Broadway Gardens because it is safe. The staff are great. There is always something to do. People who live there are very friendly. I..." Show more
"I like living at Broadway Gardens because it is safe. The staff are great. There is always something to do. People who live there are very friendly. I have been there 8 years and I will not leave." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"I like living at Broadway Gardens because it is safe. The staff are great. There is always something to do. People who live there are very friendly. I have been there 8 years and I will not leave." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"I have only been here 3 months. It is good to feel safe & secure in a friendly atmosphere."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"It's a lovely friendly home to live in, clean, safe. Our staff look after us very well. All are like our own family. Wouldn't change it any other way...." Show more
"It's a lovely friendly home to live in, clean, safe. Our staff look after us very well. All are like our own family. Wouldn't change it any other way. Food is excellent and entertainment is good." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"It's a lovely friendly home to live in, clean, safe. Our staff look after us very well. All are like our own family. Wouldn't change it any other way. Food is excellent and entertainment is good." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"I have lived here for over 3 years and find all the staff very friendly and helpful. Nothing is too much trouble for them. Also we have a gym instruct..." Show more
"I have lived here for over 3 years and find all the staff very friendly and helpful. Nothing is too much trouble for them. Also we have a gym instructor, nurse, social events, plus midday meals and a bar." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"I have lived here for over 3 years and find all the staff very friendly and helpful. Nothing is too much trouble for them. Also we have a gym instructor, nurse, social events, plus midday meals and a bar." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"The staff and residents are welcoming and friendly. Everyone feels welcome here."
Made by a staff member in 2017
Made by a staff member in 2017
National Housing for Older People Awards
in the EAC Housing for Older People Awards 2017.
Category: Housing-with-care 42-58 units.
Sponsor: Keepmoat Regen.
Category: Housing-with-care 42-58 units.
Sponsor: Keepmoat Regen.
in the EAC Housing for Older People Awards 2015.
Category: Housing-with-care 49-99 units.
Sponsor: Keepmoat.
Category: Housing-with-care 49-99 units.
Sponsor: Keepmoat.
in the EAC Housing for Older People Awards 2011.
Category: Housing-with-care 45-59 units.
Sponsor: McCarthy & Stone Retirement Lifestyles.
Category: Housing-with-care 45-59 units.
Sponsor: McCarthy & Stone Retirement Lifestyles.
in the EAC Housing for Older People Awards 2014.
Category: Housing-with-care 45-59 units.
Sponsor: Dept. for Communities and Local Government.
Category: Housing-with-care 45-59 units.
Sponsor: Dept. for Communities and Local Government.
in the EAC Housing for Older People Awards 2010.
Category: Design award - housing-with-care.
Sponsor: Nationwide.
Category: Design award - housing-with-care.
Sponsor: Nationwide.
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