Our sheltered living schemes offer more than just a place to live—they provide a vibrant, supportive environment where tenants can thrive. At Choice, we believe in fostering a strong community spirit and ensuring that every tenant feels valued and cared for.
Social activities and contact with other residents enables sheltered living tenants to maintain an active social life even as life circumstances change. Our tenants in sheltered living have overcome issues such as social inclusion, loneliness, isolation, anxiety and depression.
Our scheme co-ordinators are on hand to organise support services and all our sheltered schemes are linked into social help and care services. Home with a Heart
Our tenants often say that the best part of living in our sheltered housing is the friendships they've formed. In a world where loneliness can be a significant issue for older adults, our communities offer a warm, welcoming environment where everyone is encouraged to participate and engage.
Spotlight on Sheltered Living: Edgar Boyd Court
Edgar Boyd Court, situated in Carryduff, is a shining example of the benefits of sheltered living. This scheme comprises of 24 single-bedroom apartments and 10 double-bedroom apartments, with lift access to the upper floors.
The key benefit of sheltered living at Edgar Boyd Court is the provision of our scheme coordinators and 24-hour emergency assistance. This helps our tenants feel safe and secure, knowing that assistance is on hand in an emergency. Our scheme coordinators are on hand to organize support services, linking residents with necessary social help and care services.
At Edgar Boyd Court, community spirit is alive and well, as evidenced by frequent fundraising and regular social events. In the last 12 months the generous tenants at Edgar Boyd Court have participated in the Macmillan Coffee Morning, which raised £270 in September; Christmas Jumper Day, which raised £35; and Christian Aid fundraising, which raised £152. With further fundraising activities arranged for the later this year, it is clear that Edgar Boyd Court is a force for good in the community.
Regular social events at Edgar Boyd Court include a Chippy and Quiz Night once a month, a Stew and Beetle or Movie Night once a month, and fortnightly quiz sheets. The Gardening Club meets every other week in spring and summer for gardening and lunch, while a jigsaw table is always available. Coffee and tea mornings are held every Monday and Friday.
Collaboration with local community groups enhances the vibrant life at Edgar Boyd Court. For example, the Killynure Community Association provided a minibus and driver which enabled the tenants to visit the Montalto estate in March. A six-week intergenerational craft project with Carryduff Primary School, culminated in a visit to the school for tea and music with the pupils. In June tenants invited representatives from the community association, neighbours and friends to the annual BBQ.
Tanya Adams, our dedicated scheme coordinator, shares her heartfelt connection to Edgar Boyd Court:
"This is not just a job to me because I know I am making a positive difference. I love the community feeling in Edgar Boyd Court, it is my pleasure to organise activities that bring people together, and it is in my nature to look out for others, so this job is a fantastic fit. The tenants at Edgar Boyd Court make me feel that I now have an extended family! Everyone is welcome at Edgar Boyd Court, event my husband gets involved as a volunteer- he helps with gardening, and comes to chippy nights as invited by tenants. In short, I am living the dream."
If you or a loved one are considering a move to sheltered housing, we invite you to visit our communities and see for yourself the vibrant, supportive environment we offer. Our team is here to answer any questions and help you find the perfect home.
We have vacancies at some of sheltered living schemes across the province, visit our Find a Home page for more information.
