Extra care housing

Extra care housing is ideal for older people who need care and support but would like to live in their own flat. 24-hour care is provided on site.

Everyone living in extra care housing must have an assessed care and support need. This type of housing can be considered as an alternative to residential care.

Flats in extra care schemes can either be rented or bought.

What extra care provides

Most schemes feature the following:

Well-designed and fully wheelchair accessible housing
A safe, secure environment
An on-site scheme manager
Access to 24-hour care and support delivered through an on-site care and support team
Community alarm service and assistive technology
A range of facilities such as residents’ lounge, computer area, activity rooms, guest suite, hairdressers and laundry facilities.
Restaurant or cafe
Landscaped gardens
Parking for residents, staff and guests