Sheltered accommodation is different from other housing because a scheme manager or warden lives on the premises or nearby. They can be contacted through an alarm system if necessary. Some schemes are designed specifically for disabled people and may have specialised facilities and specially trained staff to provide support.

Sheltered housing schemes are usually run by local councils. Different council housing offices and housing associations have their own eligibility criteria. This should include a general assessment of your needs.

There is sometimes a waiting list for sheltered housing.


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Sheltered accommodation offers people the chance to live independently with the security of knowing that someone is on hand should an emergency arise. It can be an appropriate choice of accommodation for disabled adults who wish to live apart from their parents or for older people who no longer manage living in a larger property.



Sheltered Housing for Disabled People


Sheltered Housing is different from living elsewhere in the community because there is always a warden or manager who lives on the premises or nearby. Usually, an alarm system is fitted in the flat or house in order to call the warden should a problem arise. There are some houses that are specifically designed for the needs of people with physical disabilities or learning difficulties and trained staff are on hand to provide additional assistance.


There are also some schemes called 'extra care sheltered accommodation' or sometimes 'very sheltered accommodation'. These are for people who do not need all of the services of a residential home, but still require some degree of personal care. The services offered will vary from one sheltered scheme to another but may offer optional meals, communal leisure facilities and other support.



Sheltered Housing for Older People


This is very similar to that which is offered to younger vulnerable members of society with the difference that the units are usually small independent flats of studio apartments. Some schemes offer more autonomy than others and there are private residences where elderly people purchase their own property within the sheltered site.



Who can get Sheltered Housing?


There are several large organisations that build and manage private sheltered housing schemes for older residents. For younger people and for elderly people wishing to rent sheltered accommodation, you will need to contact your local authority to discover what can be offered and the eligibility criteria. There is usually a waiting list for local authority or housing association sheltered accommodation.