Housing options for older people

What is housing for older people?

Housing for older people includes a range of accommodation designed to help people live independently as they age. In Hartlepool, this usually means anyone aged 55 or over.

Types of housing available

Sheltered housing

A group of flats or bungalows in a shared complex, often with a warden on site.

Bungalows or ground floor flats

These homes offer level access and may be suitable for older people or anyone with mobility needs.

Extra care housing

Self-contained flats or bungalows with 24-hour on-site care and additional communal facilities.

How to apply

To apply for sheltered housing, bungalows, or ground floor flats, you need to register with Choice Based Lettings (CBL).

You can register for Choice Based Lettings by:

  • contacting Housing Hartlepool to book an appointment
  • applying online via Compass CBL
  • speaking to your care manager, if you have one

Learn more about extra care housing

Learn more about social housing

Contact Housing Hartlepool

For help with Choice Based Lettings or to make an application:

Phone: 01429 525252
Email: enquiries@housinghartlepool.org.uk
Website: Visit Compass CBL
Address: Housing Options Centre, Park Tower, Park Road