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The Abbeyfield Yarmouth Society Ltd house in Yarmouth is called ‘The Coach House’. We have converted it to provide family style accommodation for ten older people in an atmosphere of care, companionship and support.

Abbeyfield Yarmouth Society Ltd is an Independent Member of Abbeyfield England Ltd – The Abbeyfield Society. Richard Carr-Gomm, the founder, recognised in the post-war years that many older single people were isolated and lonely. He opened houses in local areas within London which gave residents their own rooms, warmth, food and companionship. As the residents flourished, so did the number of houses available to older people throughout the United Kingdom.

The Coach House was opened in March 1998 and has been arranged so that each resident has their own personal and secure room to rent. Abbeyfield Yarmouth Society Ltd would be your landlord.

The Coach House

Our ensuite rooms are warm, carpeted, decorated and are furnished with each resident’s personal possessions e.g. curtains and their favourite chair. There is a stair lift to give access to the first floor bedrooms.

We have a beautiful garden, with easy access, seating areas outside and a garden room. Our conservatory is light, airy and comfortable.

We also have a resident’s lounge and library.

Residents are expected to look after themselves and their rooms. The Housekeeper provides cooked lunches and lighter cooked evening meals in our dining room.

Residents provide their own breakfast and any other snacks.

There are few House rules for residents other than those of common courtesy -‘treat others as you wish to be treated’ - you are free to come and go and receive visitors.

In-house activities and outings are organised regularly.

Abbeyfield ensure that a safe, well maintained, fit for purpose and sustainable home environment is provided for all Abbeyfield residents:

Your home is well maintained by suitably qualified personnel and relevant regulatory requirements are met.
Your home is well maintained by suitably qualified personnel and relevant regulatory requirements are met.
Repairs are carried out promptly and effectively.
You are given the opportunity to give your views and feedback on how your home is maintained and what facilities are provided.
High standards of cleanliness and hygiene are maintained and where necessary preventative measures are taken for infection control.
Your house continues to meet the Decent Homes Standard.
Any new developments have a robust business case and appropriate approvals.
You have been made aware of Health & Safety procedures and policies for your home and you are consulted about them.
You are involved in Health & Safety Risk Assessments as appropriate.