Housing options
There are different type of housing with support available in Newcastle. Where you choose to live will depend on where you want to be and if you need support to live independently. For example there is:
- Newcastle City Council housing where you can rent a home
- Social housing where you can rent a home from a housing association
- housing for older people such as retirement housing, supported accommodation
- Care homes that provide different levels of care and support. This includes specialist care such as nursing, social activities and meals.
- supported housing for people with a learning disability or autistic people
Check if any changes can be made to your home
You may be thinking about moving house. This may be because your needs have changed.
There are ways that you can change your home to make it easier for you to live safely. This could include making adaptations to your home, installing equipment or arranging help at home.
Buying or renting a house could help if you are unable to make changes to your home. Whether you own your own house or rent private or council housing.
Adult Social CarePoint at Newcastle City Council give information and support adults in Newcastle who find day to day activities difficult. This could include community activities, cooking, washing, or caring for someone. We can talk to you to find out how you are managing at home. We can have a conversation with you to understand your situation. To find out what’s working well and where we can help. We can put you in touch with local services.