Sheltered Housing
Swan offers sheltered housing to people over the age of 55 who are in need of housing and support. Help is on hand in an emergency via an emergency pull cord system.
Housing related support is provided by a warden service who can give advice and assistance with:
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Advice on pensions and benefits and assistance with applying for these, eg completing forms
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Assistance with accessing services in the community, eg , care services, library, social group
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Staying healthy, eg accessing GP, dentist, optician, dietary advice.
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Staying safe, eg personal safety and security
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Maintaining independence in the community
The warden service does not provide personal care and will not handle money or give out medication. However, if you need assistance with this, the warden will help you access these services.
Great Dunmow - Boyes Croft:
Boyes Croft is situated in Great Dunmow, Essex near to the High Street, so there is easy access to the town centre’s local shops and public transport .
There are 26 flats set in landscaped grounds and limited parking spaces are available.
A warden lives on site to provide support during normal working hours and there is 24/7 access to help in an emergency via a pull cord system.
There is a communal lounge and laundry facilities on site and a lift and stair lift to the upper floors. Activities are arranged by the tenants themselves and everyone is encouraged to join in.
Boyes Croft case study: Meet one of our residents...
Oakroyd House:
Oakroyd House is situated in Great Dunmow, Essex and is about a 10-15 minutes walk away from the High Street, so there is easy access to the town centre’s local shops and public transport.
The scheme has been recently refurbished (2005) and there are 22 self contained flats and 4 mobility standard bungalows set in landscaped grounds with ample parking.
A visiting warden service is provided at this scheme and there is 24/7 access to help in an emergency via a pull call system. There is a communal lounge and laundry facilities on site and a lift to upper floors. Activities are arranged by the tenants themselves and everyone is encouraged to join in.
Dobsons House
Dobson’s House is an extra care sheltered housing scheme in Rayleigh. It provides self contained accommodation suitable for older people, including those with mobility disabilities.
The aim of extra care sheltered housing is the address the concerns of older people living in their own homes or in sheltered housing security, access to care and support services and social activities.
Care and support staff are based on site and will work with you to develop a service to meet your individual needs. If your needs change then staff are available day and night to assist you, and a community alarm system brings help quickly in case of an emergency
Because you will have your own flat you can have your own privacy, but should you wish to have company then you can access the communal lounge, or join in social activities. It’s your choice
Accommodation is provided in self contained properties – 28 x 1 bed flats and 2 x 2 bed flats – with access to communal facilities such as lounge, kitchen, laundry and assisted bathroom. There is also a guest room to allow friends and family to visit you overnight.
Secure, private gardens, mobility scooter storage, and recharge facilities enable you to enjoy the local areas easily.
To apply for accommodation in either of the above schemes, please contact:
The Supported Housing Team on 0845 6124700 for an application form.
Priority will be given to Great Dunmow residents or applicants who are nominated to us by Great Dunmow Council. Therefore, it is suggested you also apply to be placed on the Council’s Housing Register for housing.