Extra care housing

Extra care housing is part of our plan to deliver accommodation, care and support to older people.

Purpose built accommodation with extra support

Extra care housing is the name given to purpose-built accommodation with care and support for older and vulnerable people.

Extra care housing is designed to offer people the opportunity for more independence and having their own front door while having the reassurance of access to staff 24 hours per day, 7 days per week.

If you have need for regular homecare support in addition to this, the care services on site or a private agency visiting can usually accommodate your needs.

If you have been receiving long-term homecare support before considering a move into Extra Care, usually the same agency can be used, dependent on travel.

Help to remain independent

Do you need to leave your home because of life changes, health problems or because you have concerns about where you live?

Have you had an assessment and an identified need for care, or you feel may need additional support in the future?

Are you over 55?

If you want to stay in control of your life, have privacy and independence but need some help with day-to-day living, then extra care housing could be what you are looking for. Applications will be considered for younger people with additional needs, such as learning disabilities or caring responsibilities.

Apply for extra care housing

Applications for rental apartments are managed by the local district and borough councils:

Amber Valley Borough Council telephone: 01773 841335
Chesterfield Borough Council telephone: 01246 345345
Derbyshire Dales District Council telephone: 01629 761287
High Peak Borough Council telephone: 0345 129 8075 or 01298 28430
North East Derbyshire District Council telephone: 01246 231111
South Derbyshire District Council telephone: 01283 595795

You'll need to meet the criteria for the housing register in that area.

What extra care housing provides

Extra care housing provides:

your own attractive, self-contained independent accommodation suitable for couples and individuals
apartments available for sale, rent or shared ownership, designed to ensure you feel safe and secure
access to a range of support, personalised care and activities available to meet your assessed needs and support your independence
a vibrant community life - you can enjoy your own privacy or choose from a range of on-site facilities, activities and services to support you, including dining facilities.
accommodation that is suitable for wheelchair users and offers level access showers - it is designed to adapt to your changing needs and is supported by assistive technology

Cost

Extra care housing is designed to be affordable to everyone who needs it.

The amount you will pay will vary depending on your individual situation and your income. You may have to pay all of the costs, or you may be entitled to benefits, such as housing benefit, to cover some or all of the charges.

The main cost elements of extra care housing are:

the cost of buying or renting your home
a service charge associated with your home for maintenance, management of the scheme and any communal facilities
your care and support costs
wellbeing and support service costs
your everyday living expenses, such as utilities and food