Independence for Older People

If you are experiencing difficulty or need reassurance in your home there are many ways in which we can help.

If your present property no longer meets your needs we may be able to find you more suitable accommodation or fit technology to your present home

What Types of Properties Do We Have?

Throughout the Borough there are many different types of accommodation suitable for older people . These provide smaller easier to manage property with the independence of your own front door. These include:

Properties with Pull Cords

Sheltered Housing

Extra Care Schemes

Housing Association Properties

What other help is available?

Health and Care Services

Social activities for Older People

Social activities for older peple include D.A.I.S.Y (Darlington Active Independent Staying Young) and G.E.M Gentle Exercise Classes for the Over 50's.

More information on Social activities for Older People

Message Box - If you have any questions, comments or complaints you would like us to deal with please let us know

Housing Services Vision: To provide everyone with an opportunity to live in a decent home with appropriate high quality services that promotes independent living.

Older Persons Housing Strategy - pdf document