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 Schemes
Extra Care Schemes
Housing Association Properties
Telecare (Assistive Technology)
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.
We also hold coffee mornings within the sheltered schemes. Residents have the opportunity to discuss any housing related issues with the Management Officer who can also use this time to pass on any relevant information to the residents.
Non-residents can also attend the coffee mornings, for more information please see Sheltered Schemes to contact the Scheme Manager.