- have the services of a community warden who does not live on site
- have an alarm system, which enables tenants and the CareLine Team to speak to each other
- have their own private facilities
- are unfurnished so you can bring your own furniture with you
- are connected to the council's emergency alarm service, CareLine.
Who is sheltered housing for?
Sheltered housing is designed for people who:
- are of pensionable age
- are nearing pensionable age and whose circumstances would benefit from the services offered within sheltered housing
- are able to live independently but would benefit from the services provided by the scheme. This means that applicants must be able to prepare simple meals and drinks for themselves and must not be totally reliant on relatives or support services. However, those receiving these services could still qualify. We will discuss your individual needs with you.
- are able to manage their own affairs and finances
Sheltered housing is not suitable for people with severe mental health problems, people needing specialist care or older people who need treatment or nursing such as hospital in-patient or the full range of services provided by a residential home. It is unusual for residents to be under 55 years of age.
Tenants in sheltered housing do not have the right to buy, but otherwise do enjoy all the normal rights of a secure tenant.
Please read the document below or select from the list on the left under Supported and sheltered housing, for further information.
Contact details
South Derbyshire District Council
Sheltered Housing Team
Dovedale Building
Bretby Business Park
Ashby Road
Bretby
DE15 0YZ
Tel: 01283 225810
Online: contact form
email: careline@south-derbys.gov.uk
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