Ordinary Opportunities, Ordinary Experiences, Ordinary Lives

Finding a home is never easy. Finding a home to rent that will be suitable for a person who requires support is becoming increasingly difficult.

For a starting point many comercial landlords are not happy to accept tenants who are reliant on benefits to pay their monthly rent and bills. There are worries about potential challenges with repairs & maintenance and there are still some prejudices around whether a person will be able to fit into the community setting without causing risks or disputes with neighbours.

The gap between the "Supported Living" ideal situation and the reality is sometimes vast. Coupled with the need to provide a good value rental home that has adequate space for a supporter/carer & the issue of benefits sometimes not coming on time increases the need for a "friendly landlord".

Understanding that Housing Associations and other local housing resource agencies often have long waiting lists & are over-subscribed. We at Dignity Group have regularly partnered with The Old Rectory Community Housing Ltd (T.O.R.C.H) to provide the friendly landlord service that is needed.

To find out more please contact us on 01243 811482