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Lisieux Trust - Supporting Disabled People in the Community
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Housing
There are several different
housing options you can look at if you have a disability. These
include:
- Council Homes
- Sheltered Housing
- Housing Association
- Supported Living/Housing
- Care Homes
- Private Renting
Depending on your circumstances,
you may be able to claim Housing Benefit and Council Tax.
If you need support within
you own home, or maybe special equipment or adaptations, you may
be able to get a Disabled Facilities Grant or apply
for Independent Living Funds where you employ your
own staff to help around the home instead of receiving direct help
from your local Council.
Your local Council may
provide housing or may tender out to a Housing Association.
You will have to apply for housing at your local housing office
or housing association office.
Sheltered accommodation
is where a scheme manager or warden lives on the premises or nearby.
They can be contacted through an alarm system if necessary. Some
schemes are designed specifically for people with disabilities and
may have specialised facilities and specially trained staff to provide
care.
Supported Living/Housing
provides housing related support to help vulnerable people to live
as independently as possible in the community, whether in their
own homes sheltered housing or other specialised supported housing.
It can help disabled people remain independent.
Care Homes
are for people who need a level of support that cannot be provided
in your own home. Your local council’s social services department
can provide information about what services are available and how
to get them. They have a duty to make sure your care needs are met.
Private Renting
is an option for everyone though it can be an expensive option.
If you need adaptations you may need to get permission from the
landlord.
Contact Disability Information & Resource Centre
for further information.
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