Types of housing available
If you feel you need to move, we have three types of housing specifically for older people or those with special needs.
Accommodation for older people
These are homes that may or may not have special features but due to their design or location are reserved for older tenants. They are usually bungalows or flats and are connected to our 24 hour emergency contact service linked to the Council' s Central Control.
Sheltered housing
We have a number of sheltered housing schemes. We can also nominate people for schemes run by local housing associations. The schemes are groups of self-contained bungalows, flats or bedsits which often have common laundry facilities and a common sitting area. Each sheltered scheme is linked to our Central Control Service. All schemes are served by a Warden Service which contacts tenants to check they are alright, responds to emergencies, keeps in touch with families and any support services, and promotes social activities.
The Central Control Unit deals with any problems when wardens are not on duty.
Specialist accommodation for disabled people
We have a few specialist homes for disabled people. Also, certain local housing associations have accommodation that has been designed for certain types of disability. We can nominate people for this accommodation.
Housing Associations
Housing Associations may also have suitable accommodation and the Council works closely with them to satisfy housing needs. Please visit the following page for further information about Housing Associations
How to apply for Special Housing
Enquiries can be made at a Local St. Leger office, or directly to Doncaster HomeChoice using the contact details above.
