Sometimes having a home of your own is not enough. If you think that you need help or adaptations so that you can stay in your home, or you're considering moving to a home where you can receive help or that is more suitable for your needs, this section will help you look at your options.
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Find out who might need supported accommodation, and how you can check what your rights are if you live in supported accommodation.
If you're finding it difficult to manage at home, you can have an assessment of your needs carried out by the social work department to see what help you may require.
Sometimes people may need a little help with every day activities at home. This is known as housing support.
Iit may be possible for you to get your house adapted so that it is suitable for your needs, or for you to get help, so that you can stay in your home.
If you want to know more about sheltered housing, who provides sheltered housing and how you can pay for it, you will find this page useful.
Residential or nursing homes are also known as care homes. This page provides a brief guide if you are considering your care options.
Some hostels offers housing support to people who need some help to adapt to living independently. Foyers are a special kind of hostel offering support for young people.
This page contains links to organisations and websites offering more advice and information on getting support at home or moving into supported or sheltered accommodation.
