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Housing, usually for older people, with on-site wardens and other facilities.
Information provided applies to England & Wales
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Sheltered housing is a type of ‘housing with support’, which you can buy or rent. Extra care housing offers more support than sheltered housing, but still allows you to live independently.
Information for people thinking about living in sheltered housing, including who provides it, and if you can still receive additional care whilst living there. (Content applies to England only.)
Information on the range of housing for older people where care can be called on when needed. Includes sheltered housing, assisted living and extra care housing.