Extra Care Housing Model

Overview

Tell us what you think about the proposed Extra Care Housing model

Extra Care Housing provides self-contained homes for people aged 55 and over within a supported community setting. It offers a flexible alternative to residential care by helping people stay independent, with access to professional support when they need it, in their own tenancy.  

There are two schemes in Rotherham: 

• Bakers Field Court in Herringthorpe 

• Potteries Court in Swinton 

Both schemes are owned by Together Housing and include communal facilities such as gardens, activity rooms, cafés open to the public, scooter stores and laundry facilities. Support is currently delivered by a combination of Council-employed staff and independent care providers. 

Currently, tenant care and support needs are met by independent providers, based off-site. Care and support refers to practical and emotional help, tailored to adults that need assistance to manage daily life, stay independent, and improve their wellbeing.  

Why your views matter

We are asking for your views on how care and support should be delivered to tenants living in Extra Care Housing. Our intention is to strengthen our approach. We want to make sure the right level of care and support is available to tenants at the right time by ensuring support is available on-site 24 hours daily, with staff on hand to respond to varied and changing care needs. 

Your feedback will help shape how the service develops. 

If you would like support to complete the survey or would like a paper copy, please contact: acfeedbackandsuggestions@rotherham.gov.uk

Your answers are confidential, and you will not be identified. By taking part in this survey, you agree with the following statement: 

I understand that I am under no obligation to complete this consultation and I am willingly providing this data to be used for this specific survey.  I consent to Rotherham Council using my information for this purpose.  I also understand the results will be published in an anonymised way and I will not be identifiable.