Sheltered Housing
Why choose Sheltered Housing
Sheltered housing may appeal to you if you want to live independently, in a usually smaller and easier-to-manage home but, you like the idea of having someone to call on if there is an emergency. The Independent Living Team actively work with tenants to encourage a sense of community and support social events. An Independent Living Manager will also act as a facilitator to find the support services that you may require.
Who is eligible?
Most schemes are open to people who are aged over 60. Couples and single applicants may apply with support needs. An assessment is carried out before homes are allocated which enables you to discuss any support needs that you may have. We try to make sure they are in place before your arrival. This is essential to finding appropriate accommodation.
Living in Sheltered Housing
When living in sheltered housing you have the same rights and responsibilities (except the right to buy) as any other council tenant. The aim of sheltered housing is to enable you to continue living as independently as possible.
Support
Sheltered housing provides a quiet and friendly environment with the added reassurance of an Independent Living Manager offering security and peace of mind.
Within the accommodation there is an intercom service which connects to an alarm response service. Tenants can pull a cord within their accommodation and speak to an operator who can provide the suitable help and support.
The Independent Living Manager will support the service users of the scheme, to ensure they can continue to live independently and play a full part in their community. This includes liaising with relevant agencies when needed and ensuring that necessary care, advice and specialist support is provided.
The Independent Living Team may also assist in obtaining financial entitlements such as housing, council tax benefit, attendance allowance, a support transfer applications and other tenancy-related needs. Our aim is to support people without intruding, maintaining independence and privacy.
Applying
If you wish to apply for Sheltered housing, please contact us:
Housing Needs Section, Dover District Council, White Cliffs Business Park, Dover CT16 3PJ
Telephone: 01304 872265
You are welcome to visit a scheme before you decide if sheltered housing is for you.
Sheltered accommodation
The following list details all the Council’s sheltered schemes.
Sheltered housing
| Sheltered Housing | Description |
|---|
| Barnesende Court, Millwall Place, Sandwich |
1 Bedroom Flats |
| Burch Avenue, Sandwich |
1 bedroom bungalows |
| Eastry Court, Market Place, Aylesham |
1 bedroom flats |
| Goschen Road area, Dover |
1 bedroom flats |
| Hazelwood Meadow /St. Barts Road, Sandwich |
1 bedroom flats |
| Lambert House, Telegraph Road, Deal |
1 bedroom flats |
| Norman Tailyour House, Hope Road, Deal |
1 & 2 bedroom flats |
| Reece Adams House, Cauldham Close, Capel |
1 & 2 bedroom flats
1 bedroom bungalows |
| Sunny Corner, Aycliffe, Dover |
1 & 2 bedroom flats |
| Wellington Gardens, Winant Way/Maine Close, Dover |
1 bedroom flats
1 & 2 bedroom bungalows |
| Wilmott place, Eastry |
2 bedroom flats |
Contact
Tel: 01304 872265