Sheltered housing could suit you if you want to lead an independent life in a supported and friendly environment.
Our schemes can accommodate:
- individuals
- couples
- most wheelchair users
- those who need access to lifts
It's also a good option if you're looking to live in a smaller home that's easier to manage.
Who can apply
To be eligible for sheltered housing, you must:
- have certain medical or social needs – these will be assessed by us
- be a current council tenant or a resident listed on our housing register
How to apply
Complete the online form below to find out if you're eligible to join our housing register.
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If you would like a paper application, contact us.
Email: housingneeds@woking.gov.uk
Telephone: 01483 743 925
Facilities and services
Our sheltered housing schemes offer:
- self-contained flats with private kitchens, bathrooms, living areas and bedrooms
- lift access
- shared facilities, including sitting rooms and laundry washing
- access to additional care services at an extra cost
Additional care services on-site
Personal alarm service
Careline is the name of our monthly paid for service which keeps you connected to an emergency 24-hour team.
For more information, go to personal alarm services.
Independent living support service
To help you to live independently, we can arrange for a member of our team to visit you to:
- see you on a regular basis
- help you understand and complete paperwork
- arrange any health appointments, such as district nurses, doctors and social care home care
- find other organisations to help you
- report housing repairs if needed
They do not offer:
- personal care services, such as washing and dressing
- extra support for longer term illnesses or medical issues
- help with your money, bank accounts and bills
- help taking medication
This service can be paid for weekly, monthly or every 6 months.
Locations
Our sheltered housing schemes are located in:
- Byfleet – Stream Close, Sutton Avenue and Shires House
- Central Woking – Vale House
- Horsell – Bridge Court
- Knaphill – Broadway House
- Old Woking – Priors Croft
- St Johns – Nightingale Court and Nottingham Court
We also run a supported housing scheme for vulnerable or frail residents with extra care needs.
