Housing for older people

First Stop is an independent, free service offering advice and information for older people, their families and carers about housing and care options in later life. It is led by the Elderly Accommodation Counsel, a charity working in partnership with other national and local organisations.

The Housing Care website provides a range of free information and guidance for elderly people, their relatives and carers, as well as professionals who work with them.

Care and Repair is a charity providing advice and services around improving the housing conditions of older people.

Foundations has information about the various Home Improvement Agencies around the country, which can help older people with advice and money for improving their homes.

The Care Quality Commission's job is to check whether hospitals, care homes and care services are meeting government standards.

Anchor is one of England’s largest not-for-profit provider of housing and care for the over 55s, with various homes spread out through the country.

Elizabeth Finn operate a portfolio of nine high quality care homes located throughout England. Elizabeth Finn Homes Limited is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the charity Elizabeth Finn Care.

Brinsworth House in Twickenham is run by the Royal Variety Charity and provides a home for many retired artists and entertainers from the entertainment professions. Brinsworth House is capable of accommodating 36 residents who are cared for by 64 dedicated and highly trained nurses and care staff.

Cyril Wood Court in Bere Regis, Dorset, provides affordable rented housing for older songwriters, composers, musicians, writers, painters and crafts-people in surroundings suited to their interests. The facility comprises of 24 self contained flats, each with their own living room, kitchen, bedroom and bathroom. Other key features include a community room, laundry facilities and communal gardens. You can access further information on their eligibility criteria and facilities by phoning 01202 842689 or via their website.