Housing Choices Case Studies

Case Study 1

A gentleman in his seventies was referred to Rushcliffe CVS Housing Choices Project by Nottinghamshire County Council’s Adult Social Care Team.  His mobility had deteriorated; he was unable to walk independently, and due to the steps up to the entrance to his property he was not able to venture outside at all.  The entrance was assessed as unsuitable for adaptation and in addition the property was isolated and far from local shops and facilities.  He was desperate to move elsewhere and his Occupational Therapist sought the help of Housing Choices Project.

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Housing Choices

This is a new service to provide information, advice and support to older people on housing and housing related issues

Who is it for?

titleThe project is particularly aimed at people who might be starting to find things a struggle in their homes, and want to consider their options as their needs change.  These options might include, for example, moving to more suitable accommodation or making changes to their existing property.

The aim of the project is to encourage people to think ahead about their longer-term housing situation, and make informed decisions to ensure that they can stay as independent as possible.

What support is available

Your Housing Choices Advisor can

  • provide information, advice and support on a one to one basis.
  • provide support to explore options and help put changes in place if appropriate
  • refer on to other local services, such as Community Outreach Advisor


Housing Choices Directory - Information Resource

This directory is for older people, their families and carers, who are looking for help and advice about housing and care options in Rushcliffe.  It is also aimed at advice, health and social care workers who support older people in their work.

The directory is split into two sections:

Section 1: Support for older people choosing to stay living at home

Section 2: Information about moving to alternative accommodation

pdfHousing Choices Directory 2013.pdf266.39 KB

docHousing Choices Directory 2013.doc222 KB

 

Housing Options Resource Sheets for Moving or Staying Put

altHousing Options Resource.pdf[Adobe Acrobat PDF - 21.78 KB]

First Stop Housing and Care Options for Older People

Weblink: http://www.firststopcareadvice.org.uk/downloads/resources/3103.pdf

 

Contact Housing Choices

Tel 0115 9699060 ext 106 e-mail: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

A similar scheme is operating in the Bassetlaw district – for more information please contact Retford Action Centre on 01777 709650.