Supported accommodation
Community Action Halfway Home has a variety of shared and self contained accommodation. All our properties have yearly
gas and electrical checks; they also have quarterly fire alarm and equipment testing. All small electrical
equipment is also tested yearly.
Bedrooms All the bedrooms are furnished to a high standard and clients are provided
with a new mattress, set of bedding and towels when they first move in.
In line with License & Tenancy Agreements, staff will only access your bedroom:
- In an emergency
- For health and safety reasons
- To repair fixtures and fittings in room (clients will be given
prior notice)
-
By agreement, to work on an identified support need
- To carry out annual/quarterly checks in line with
licence/tenancy agreement
Other rooms In the shared houses there is a comfortable, fully
equipped lounge. All kitchens are fitted with modern appliances.
All clients at Community Action Halfway Home are encouraged to live independently and to
participate in the running of the house.
CLEANING
The communal areas of the house are cleaned weekly by
a cleaner who is also available to help individuals if required. The responsibility of keeping bedrooms clean is the clients’.
Halfway will provide cleaning materials.
COOKING Clients buy their own food and cook their own meals. If needed, staff can help with shopping, budgeting and meal
planning.
VISITORS Clients are encouraged to have visitors but we do have guidelines for clients to follow. Please contact the
office for more information.
WASHING Each house or flat has a washing machine; clients are responsible for doing their own
washing.
KEYS Clients have a key to their bedroom and to the front door. A refundable key deposit
is required prior to someone moving in.
RELIGIOUS AND CULTURAL NEEDS If
clients have specific cultural, dietary or religious needs, Halfway will try to ensure their needs are met. Staff can give
you information on places of worship or clubs of interest in the local area.
For an application form for Supported Accommodation Service click here
