What happens next?

As part of your application, there is an initial assessment to look at what you need from extra care housing and any support needs you may have.

You will be invited to look around Thomas Hardy Court to see the facilities available. A copy of your needs assessment will be available for you.

The scheme aims to keep a balance between people who are independent and those who are more frail and because of this some applicants will be offered a second assessment of their care needs.

If after either or both of these assessments it is agreed extra care housing can meet your needs, your application will be placed on a waiting list.

You will be given further information about the rent and care costs and advice to ensure extra care housing is suitable for you.

If we can not offer you a place in extra care housing we will explain the reason why and how to appeal against this decision.