Supported Housing

Supported Housing is a type of accommodation for people who need support to live independently and do not qualify for care home residency; tenants in this set up are provided with supervision which is funded by local authorities, provided for by registered care providers, and where applicable, regulated by the Care Quality Commission.

If you are a developer or a residential landlord looking to maximise your cashflow, it is worth considering.

Latest Accommodation

In 2022, our provider and Woodleigh Healthcare Ltd opened a new supported living scheme in Woking for 10 people with learning disabilities who have recently graduated from college. The Chobham Road houses are two attractive recently built six-bedroom detached houses with separate spacious garden areas.

The properties at Chobham Road currently accommodate and provide support for 10 tenants who are recent college graduates with learning disabilities.

The modern living environment and 24/7 care provision from Woodleigh Healthcare Ltd give our tenants the support they need to flourish after leaving college.

Positives of a Supported Housing Occupant

Achievable Yield

Higher than residential letting rates, enabling a long-term arrangement; Rents are paid directly and guaranteed under a corporate lease & paid regardless of occupancy.

Looked after homes

Intensive housing management; covering all maintenance outside of landlord statutory obligations in Landlord & Tenant Act.
Your property is returned in same condition it was at the start of the tenancy

No impact to status

Live in care falls under the C3(b) use class and although we may obtain a licence for our service users if required, there

is no impact to the home's residential status.

Long term

Being non-profit, properties are leased at minimum for three years with rent guaranteed throughout and the option to renew. No change of tenants, just consistent rent and occupancy.

Does my home require modification?

Supported Housing can be offered in properties that would usually be let in the private sector. As such, major adaptations are not generally required.

In some cases, a tenant may need minor adaptations such as grab-rails in the bathroom, or a ramp or handrail to the front door. Permission will always be sought prior to modification.

Properties tend to require adaptations to ensure fire safety for its tenants, usually in the form of fire doors on risk rooms, comprehensive fire alarm coverage, emergency lighting, Thermostatic Mixing Valves (TMVs) and the installation of thumb turn locks that allow the property to be exited without a key.

A fire risk assessment is prepared and reviewed annually, and alarms and emergency lighting are serviced by engineers in line with manufacturers guidelines.

What are we looking for?

Residential houses for 4-6 people
Buildings containing between 8 or more self-contained flats
Vacant care homes, nurseries and other suitable commercial properties

Get in Touch

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contact@lesleyhomesltd.com