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Sheltered Housing

Would you like help to stay in your own home?

Sheltered or retirement housing is specially designed accommodation for mainly older people. Schemes vary but standard features include:

Self contained flats
Communal facilities
Security and safety features
A Scheme Manager
24 hour emergency assistance

To put your name on the Housing Register for Sheltered Housing you need to complete a Housing Application Form.

Where are our sheltered housing schemes?

We have schemes situated widely throughout South Lakeland. Details of individual schemes are shown below:-

What are the benefits of sheltered housing?

The benefits of living in sheltered housing are many and include:

Having your own front door and the independence that brings company when wanted, privacy when it isn't
Opportunities to join with others and share your skills in activities
A sense of security and peace of mind
Remaining part of the community
Good quality housing
A 'home for life' wherever possible with care and support adjusted to changing need

Each scheme is individual and therefore facilities vary fromn scheme to scheme

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