Gracey Court Community Living, Broadclyst, Devon

At a glance

31 flats. Built in 1993
Staff on site 365 days a year
Warden call system including remote careline support outside staffing hours
Integral fire alarm and protection
Chapel, communal dining room, activities room, small lounge, library, laundry, purpose built mobility scooter storage and gardens
Site fully accessible by wheelchair
Regular social activities
Lunch provided Monday to Friday
Guest facilities
Assured tenancy
Pets allowed

Situated in Broadclyst, Gracey Court can be found nestled right in the heart of the village overlooking the park and recreation area. We offer independent living with support, friendship and a strong sense of community in a relaxed environment. Our attractive red brick building which was constructed in 1993 and was purpose-built, offers an excellent level of accommodation and facilities including 31 well-proportioned unfurnished flats, 9 of which are suitable for double occupancy and 22 for single occupancy, however we do have couple living in our smaller flats.

Each flat has a separate living room, kitchen, bathroom and bedroom and there is plenty of storage space. The kitchen includes an electric cooker or hob and oven.

Broadclyst has many attractive thatched cottages and is situated within the National Trust ‘Killerton estate’ which consists of beautiful countryside and woodlands and it is steeped in local history. In the centre of the village is a park which acts as a focal point for village activities and there is also a bowling green and tennis court. Village amenities include the Church, Doctors surgery, pharmacy, post office, village store, two pubs, Indian restaurant, hairdresser and a charity shop. All of these amenities are within a short walking distance of Gracey Court. Broadclyst is six miles from the historic cathedral city of Exeter with its many shops and restaurants. The village enjoys good transport links, with buses running approximately every 20 minutes into Exeter and Cullompton. Pinhoe train station is approximately 2 miles from Broadclyst offering train services into Exeter and London Waterloo. Exeter Airport is also nearby.

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Community

Gracey Court is surrounded by a beautiful, spacious and well-maintained garden with a large lawn and flower beds, offering plenty of places to sit and enjoy the Devon weather. If you want you can also choose to look after a part of the garden. During 2020 some of our residents undertook a project to create a wildlife garden consisting of small fruit and ornamental trees and wild meadow plants. Within our gardens are a purpose-built brick storage shelter for electric scooters, a summerhouse and a large greenhouse.

Our main building has a large and welcoming entrance hall with comfortable seating. We have a well-proportioned and attractive dining room, a well-stocked library and an activity room. We also have small sitting areas in other parts of the building. In addition, we have a well-equipped laundry for residents to use. A local hairdresser and chiropodist visit the scheme on a regular basis.

We have two guest rooms which provide extra space and accommodation for residents to have friends and family to stay. These are also used for short stay breaks for prospective residents.

Catering

A two-course lunch is served during the week with choices available from our varied menu. Lunch is freshly prepared in our kitchen which has a 5-star rated hygiene certificate. Meals are served in the communal dining room, a time for the community to come together, to catch up and enjoy each other’s company. At weekends our residents self-cater, and support is given to those who need assistance.

If you have any allergies or a diet for a medical condition such as diabetes, coeliac or lactose intolerance this will be accommodated by our catering team. Each month our Head Cook meets with residents to gain feedback and discuss menu options, as part of our monthly coffee morning. Guests are welcome to join residents at lunch for a small additional charge.

Support

We pride ourselves on offering a flexible balance of independence and support. Staff are on site seven days a week to offer company, general assistance and to help you as required.

In common with our other supported housing schemes we cannot offer hands-on or nursing care, but care packages can be delivered in the privacy of residents own homes by external agencies. Managers can help you contact care agencies or social services and offer advice on obtaining benefits. The scheme is equipped with a 24-hour warden call system, which can be used for emergency assistance from staff during the day or from the out of hours call centre when staff are not on site. An integral fire alarm system ensures that the building is continuously monitored for fire safety.

We do not provide personal or nursing care, but care packages can be organised with our help from external agencies. Every flat is fitted with a 24-hour warden call system which can be used to call for assistance from either the staff on site or the call centre when out of hours. Our goal is to ensure that Gracey Court is a home where you will always feel supported.

Chapel Life

Our chapel is at the heart of the Gracey Court community with regular services held on a Sunday and Wednesday. Residents run the chapel and volunteer their services through the chapel committee which benefit from strong links with the local Church and Exeter Diocese.

Social

Gracey Court is a vibrant community and yet at the same time there is a sense of serenity which promotes a peaceful lifestyle. Activities are organised by residents to reflect their interests which include keep fit sessions, craft group, scrabble afternoons, a poetry group, bible studies, a book club and talks, and themed events. There’s opportunity for those who wish to socialise and no pressure on those who would prefer a quieter way of life.

Flat layout

We have a variety of flat layouts, but all flats have a fitted kitchen which includes a cooker or integrated hob and oven. The bathrooms include a low-level bath, shower cubicle with a seat, handbasin, toilet and heated towel rail. The bedrooms have built in wardrobes and there is plenty of storage space including an airing cupboard in the hall. The lounge has a patio door which leads to a patio on the ground floor or a balcony on the first floor.

"Coming to live at Gracey Court has been an enormous life changing experience... I have the perfect living space with so many added extras, such as my own back entrance which is so useful for walking my dog... For the first time in a long while I have delicious meals every weekday, and the joy of a Chapel to worship in just down the corridor. Through living in community, I have a host of good Christian friends, so the loneliness of the last few years has gone. We have an amazing management and staff team to care for us, so I no longer have to worry about maintenance and most household bills. There are many activities that I can join in, if I wish to. I don’t hesitate to recommend living at Gracey Court at every opportunity."

Penny Prince - Gracey Court Resident

“To be a part of a community where residents with their different Christian backgrounds... has been an inspiring experience. Taking part in this community is important for everyone, while excepting that some are more able to participate than others. The management of Gracey Court, its support, catering and maintenance staff work hard in their efficient and friendly care for the residents... (we) have felt enabled and helped in so many practical ways that makes living here a joy, not least the provision of excellent lunches... (we) would recommend warmly Gracey Court, where the care of the staff and the friendship of the community bring ease from stress, and in our view an experience of the potential for Christian community living.”

E & M Shaw - Gracey Court Residents

Contact

Please contact Karen and Kerry at Gracey Court for further details on the scheme, monthly charges or to arrange a visit.

Manager: Karen Fewins
Deputy Manager: Kerry Richardson
Telephone: 01392 462574
Email: [email protected], [email protected]
Address: Gracey Court, Woodland Road, Broadclyst, Exeter, Devon, EX5 3GA