Telford & Wrekin Senior Citizens' Forum

Extra Care Housing

The concept of 'Extra Care Housing' refers to care provided in a complex where there is a variety of housing ranging from standard bungalows for completely able-bodied independent older people through to sheltered accommodation and complete nursing care when needed.

Extra Care Housing is different because:-
You are living at home - not in a home.
You have your own front door - you decide who comes in.
Couples and friends can stay together.
There is a mix of able and less able older people.
24 hour care services are available - if you need them.
You get support to keep your independence.
You can join social activities - or you can be private.
You have control over your finances.
You have security - the aim is a home for life.
Telford & Wrekin has two of the earliest developments of this nature at Barclay Lodge, Donnington and Chilcott Gardens, Madeley.

Many older people end up living somewhere they are not happy to be, simply because they want to please others or not be a burden to their family. Moving after an accident or an illness can mean there is not enough time to think about what you really want. If you think through your options before you have to, you can make a positive choice for yourself.

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