There are a number of schemes across North Somerset
offering housing for older people.
Sheltered
Housing
Sheltered properties are designed and managed with retired and
elderly people in mind. They are grouped together, creating a
community, which helps to promote friendship and a feeling of
security. Residents have access to a range of support services to
meet their needs.
Extra care housing offers more care and support to residents than
sheltered housing does. It allows residents to live in their own
properties on specially developed sites, with a 24 hour
professional support team on site. The properties are
self-contained, so allow privacy and independence.
Residential
Care Homes and Nursing Care Homes
Care homes provide accommodation and personal care, with some
providing nursing care. They are staffed 24 hours a day and all
meals are provided. Care homes are intended for older people whose
care and support needs mean that they can no longer live
independently.
