supported housing
- What is supported housing?
- How can it benefit me?
- Tell me more...
- How can I apply?
- What if I need disabled access?
- Exclusions
- How do I find out more?
- Supporting people
What is supported housing?
Supported housing is a service providing sheltered and secure accommodation for older people (normally 55+) with support needs.
How can it benefit me?
Supported housing can provide you with:
- independence – the freedom to come and go as you please
- your own self-contained accommodation
- an alarm system for help in an emergency
- safe and secure surroundings, most with entryphone systems
- a scheme manager to provide you with regular support
- extra support as and when you need it
- introductions to social activities with people of a similar age
Tell me more…
We can provide you with sheltered one-bedroomed, self-contained accommodation. We may also occasionally be able to provide bungalows, two-bedroomed flats and studio flats. Our accommodation is centrally heated with emergency alarms and most homes have entryphone systems.
To promote safe, independent living, we can ensure you receive support and assistance from a scheme support manager who can visit you at home.
Back to the topHow can I apply?
You (or somebody you know) can request an assessment to find out if you are eligible for supported housing.
You can request an assessment form using the contact details below, or you can complete and send one to us now, using our online form.
Back to the topWhat if I need disabled access?
Most supported housing schemes have disabled access. Please note that the assessments office at Woodside House, 294 High Road, Wood Green does not have any reception facilities as it is a home visits-based service.
Back to the topExclusions
This service is not available to homeowners who have access to enough money of their own to buy more suitable accommodation. If you would like to discuss whether or not you might be eligible, please contact the supported housing assessments team. Alternatively, you can request an assessment by completing our online form below.
The service does not provide emergency accommodation. If you are homeless, please contact Haringey Council’s Housing Advice and Options Team.
Housing Advice and Options Team
Apex House
820 Seven Sisters Road
London
N15 5PQ
Tel: 020 8489 1000
Email: housingadvice@haringey.gov.uk
Find my local Customer Services Centre
Back to the topHow do I find out more?
To find out more about supported housing, you can download our leaflet Supported Housing 
or request relevant information using the contact details below.
Note that the address given here does not have any reception facilities (it is a home visits-based service), so please do not visit in person.
Supported housing assessments
Vulnerable Adults Team
Supported Housing for Older People
Apex House
820 Seven Sisters Road
London
N15 5PQ
Tel 020 8489 2320 or 020 8489 2356
Fax 020 8489 4340
Email: supportedhousing.olderpeople@haringey.gov.uk
Opening hours: Monday to Friday, 8.45am to 5pm (assessment service)
Back to the topSupporting people
If you are moving to a new council home, or if you are already a tenant and are not coping well on your own, don’t worry, help may be at hand.
As the name suggests, the Supporting People programme is designed for vulnerable people, helping them cope independently in their own home.
Go to our 'Supporting you when you need it most' page to find out more
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- Housing
- Housing > Council housing
- Housing > Supported and sheltered housing
