Older peoples housing strategy

Considering the needs and support of older people is an important part of the Newham's wider regeneration and social inclusion agenda.

Our Older Peoples' Housing Strategy was developed in partnership with Housing, Adult Services, and The Primary Care Trust to meet the needs and aspirations of older people living in the borough.

A PDF copy of the Older Peoples' Housing Strategy is available to download.

The strategy focuses on a range of services, which promotes independence and quality of life for older people in the borough. It is monitored by a steering group which meets on a quarterly basis.

Key Indicators

• 8.1 per cent of people in the Newham are over the age of 65
• 27 per cent of Council tenants are over the age of 65 (the majority of are White background)
• Examples of Older People's Housing Strategy Initiatives
• A new retirement housing scheme to be completed in 2007, providing 34 flats for rent and nine for sale on a shared ownership basis.
• Pilot of a Handy Person's scheme to provide repairs service for older owner-occupiers.
• The NeAT Pilot (Newham Advanced Technology) has successfully been expanded from 100 to 300 clients, who are now in receipt of the safety packages.
• We have successfully piloted a show flat in the Holden Point Sheltered Housing Scheme that has a range of Telecare and assisted technology equipment. These assist frail and vulnerable households lead independent lives.
• Appointment of a dedicated officer within our Lettings Agency to provide advice and assistance on older people's housing options.

The strategy is currently under review.

For further information telephone the council on 020 8430 2000.