Sheltered housing

What is Sheltered Housing?

Sheltered housing gives tenants an opportunity to live in a safe and friendly environment where they can retain their independence and look after themselves but, at the same time, have the additional security of help and advice when needed. The support service provided by the Council's Sheltered Scheme Co-ordinators helps our sheltered scheme residents have peace of mind and reassurance.

Residents of sheltered developments still need the support and care of relatives and friends. Each Sheltered Scheme Co-ordinator has responsibilities to a number of people and cannot replace this vital support.

Not all sheltered housing schemes have the same facilities. Some have communal facilities on site, such as a lounge, laundry with drying room and a guest room. Others may have existing social clubs. You will be able to enjoy the benefits that these communal facilities can bring, whilst retaining your privacy whenever you want to.

Where can I find more information?

Tandridge District Council is always looking to ensure our services meet residents' needs. Therefore, an action plan that will change and modernise housing and support services for older and vulnerable people in the district was agreed the Housing Committee on 24th June 2010. Full information on these changes is available by clicking on The future of sheltered housing (This link will open in a new window)

If you wish to apply for Sheltered Housing provided by the Council or our Housing Association (This link will open in a new window) partners, you will need to join our Housing Register (This link will open in a new window).

For further information click on the following link Sheltered Housing - A Brief Guide

If you are interested in sheltered housing options provided by private developers, please contact the developers direct.

A list of all retirement accommodation in the district is available from the Elderly Accommodation Counsel (This link will open in a new window).

Supporting People provides funding for support for sheltered housing tenants.Click on the following links for more information.

Paying for Supported Housing in Surrey or visit the Surrey Supporting People website. (This link will open in a new window)

For further information please contact Customer Services on 01883 722000 or e-mail customerservices@tandridge.gov.uk

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Tandridge District Council
8 Station Road East
Oxted RH8 0BT

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