How do you qualify for sheltered accommodation?

How do you qualify for sheltered accommodation?

To be eligible for sheltered housing, you or your partner must be over 60 years of age, or over 55 if registered disabled, and in need of housing support. Households with an income of less than £60,000 or capital assets of less than £24,000 are eligible to apply.

How does sheltered housing work?

Sheltered housing is a term used to describe accommodation provided specifically for elderly people. Such schemes usually have the services of a warden or scheme manager. Each property will have a round the clock alarm system so the resident can summon help in an emergency.

What is classed as sheltered housing?

Sheltered housing is for people who are normally able to live quite independently, but need occasional help or support. Sheltered housing properties may also have communal facilities such as a laundry, lounge and garden, as well as offering social activities and events.

What is sheltered housing in Scotland?

Sheltered housing gives people the independence of having their own flat with the security of having an alarm system. The flats or ‘single rooms’ are within a complex which often has a communal area. Facilities can include: a garden.

What is council sheltered accommodation?

Sheltered housing is designed to provide this independence in a secure and friendly environment – they are not old people’s homes. The purpose is to enable you to remain independent for as long as possible. Tenants are not supervised. You have your own key to your own front door and may come and go as you please.

Is mental health a priority for housing?

You are classed as priority need if you are vulnerable because of your mental illness. You can also be classed as priority need for other things. If you are a priority need you should be offered emergency accommodation.

Who gets priority for council housing Scotland?

To be awarded priority the applicant must make reasonable choices about where they wish to live and the type of property they wish to live in. They cannot be restrictive in their choices. At the start of each financial year, letting targets are set against each of their four housing lists.

Who is entitled to sheltered housing in Scotland?

They are available to anyone over the age of 60, or 55 with a medical condition. They allow tenants to retain as much independence as they want, while having the peace of mind that comes with living in a community of like-minded individuals.

What is sheltered housing Glasgow?

What is sheltered housing? Sheltered housing gives older people the independence of having their own flat with the security of having an alarm system and a warden. The flats are usually small self-contained units or single rooms in a complex, which often has a communal social area.

Does sheltered housing affect PIP?

They are classed as having support rather than care. If your brother is funded through Housing Benefit rather Social Services or the NHS, then this should not affect his entitlement to PIP. I hope this helps.

What is first priority for housing?

Our first priority is to enhance the individual lives of vulnerable people through decent homes and thoughtful and caring support. We provide high quality supported living for vulnerable adults with learning disabilities, mental health problems and physical disabilities across the UK.

Where can I find sheltered housing in Havering?

Most local authorities offer sheltered housing. If you are thinking of moving closer to family living outside of Havering you may wish to explore options for mutual exchange. For more information and advice you would need to contact the local council. You can also apply for sheltered housing privately.

Can I get a ground floor apartment in Havering?

Ground floor cannot be guaranteed therefore individuals must be confident to use a lift to access first floor properties. Due to a major regeneration program underway in Havering, which includes our sheltered housing schemes, applicants applying for sheltered housing will be added to a list to be contacted in the future about suitable vacancies.

What is the criteria for sheltered housing?

Sheltered Housing is for residents aged 60+ who are able to live independently with little to no additional medical care needs. Where necessary sheltered residents can be supported with care packages arranged either privately or through Adult Social Care. There are no in-house care services provided by sheltered housing.

How can I find sheltered accommodation for older people?

For more information and advice you would need to contact the local council. You can also apply for sheltered housing privately. The Elderly Accommodation Counsel helps find local accommodation for older people. You can look at accommodation on a map and it gives you details of the facilities they provide.