An Abbeyfield House aims to be “a typical house in a typical street” offering companionship, independence and support in rental accommodation at a price affordable to most older people.

A warm supportive family-style independent lifestyle is provided for up to fourteen retirees, usually in their 60's, 70’s, or 80’s and beyond. "It's just like a big family".

The house is staffed by a housekeeper/cook who takes care of the shopping and prepares the two main meals of the day, taken at the family dining table. Like any family home, there is a communal lounge, dining room, kitchen and laundry and in some houses a guest room for visitors. Residents are involved in the management of their house and can comment on the selection of who may join their household.

Our key point of difference with other providers can be summed up by the word "time". Our staff and volunteers commit time to our residents - listening to them, sharing with them, encouraging them and serving them. Individually and as a group, Abbeyfield residents are respected and valued; their ideas are sought and opinions listened to.