Sometimes described as sheltered housing or retirement housing, our homes for the over-50s have a 24-hour emergency alarm system and on-site staff providing support.

Common features may include a shared lounge, shared laundry facilities, guest suite, computer rooms, mobility scooter storage.

Our older residents can also benefit from the many services we offer — from social activities and community events to daycare programmes and befriending schemes.

Referrals

If you're not a Peabody tenant and would like to move into a Peabody home for the over-50s, please contact your local authority. 

Older people's services

Computer classes, a floating support service, handyperson service and the Golden Girls... Find out about the services we run for Londoners aged 60 and above.

Discover Peabody's older people's services

Older People’s shared ownership scheme

Aged 55 or above? You may be able to buy a share of a property in London through the Older People’s shared ownership scheme. This is a government scheme, for people looking for low-cost options to rent or buy a home.

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Seaside homes

Seaside and Country Homes scheme

Seaside and Country Homes offers people who are aged 55 and over and who live in social housing in London, the opportunity to move to bungalows and flats.

These are managed by housing associations located mainly across the south coast and eastern England and the West Country.

The scheme helps around 150 households to move from London each year. Some of those who have moved in the past chose to do so to be closer to family or friends and, or many, the appeal lies in a quieter, more relaxed way of life, living among people of a similar age.

If you are making a joint application the lead applicant must be at least 55 years of age and must be a current tenant of the property on the application.

Applicants should have no rent arrears or history of anti-social behaviour, and should not be going through possession proceedings or the process of being evicted.

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Our retirement and extra care housing schemes

We have retirement and extra care facilities in Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire London and the south east. Contact your nearest scheme manager to find out more.

London

Antilles House

Antilles House (Acton) consists of 50 one bedroom flats and two, two bedroom apartments. Some have been specially adapted for wheelchair users.

Location

The scheme is located in a quiet residential road and has its own well-kept communal garden. The nearest train station is Acton Mainline with links to Paddington. Local buses 260 and 266 run regularly nearby.

Services

There are two onsite sheltered scheme managers (Monday to Friday during office hours), one full-time and one part-time. They are responsible for the day-to-day management and supervision of Antilles House and for monitoring the wellbeing of residents. Out of hours an alarm call service deals with any emergencies.

Facilities

  • Lounge
  • Laundry room
  • Lift
  • Guest room
  • Garden

More information

  • Visit: Friary Road, London W3 6AE
  • Call: 020 8992 5841

Evelyn Fox Court

Evelyn Fox Court is in north Kensington. It has 33 self-contained flats, each with a kitchen, lounge, bedroom and bathroom. There are also two studio flats. Some of the flats have walk-in showers.

Location

The Court is in a quiet residential road. There are a small number of local shops and several bus routes nearby. There are also two underground stations within walking distance.

Services

There is a sheltered scheme manager onsite (Monday to Friday during office hours) who is responsible for the day-to-day management and supervision of Evelyn Fox Court and for monitoring the wellbeing of residents. Out of hours an alarm call service deals with any emergencies.

Facilities

  • Communal lounge with kitchen, laundry room and garden.
  • A new treatment room offers hairdressing, chiropody and reflexology.

More information

  • Visit: 2 Kingsbridge Road, London W10 6QF
  • Call: 020 8968 2085

Hopley House

Hopley House is in west Ealing and has 21 flats and a communal lounge. Each flat has a kitchen, lounge, bedroom and bath or shower room. Hopley House also has a beautiful garden.

Location

Hopley House is close to the shops and local amenities in a quiet residential area, directly behind Ealing magistrates’ court.

Services

There is a Housing Support Manager available on site or by mobile phone for 17.5 hours a week who is responsible for the day-to-day management and supervision of Hopley House and for monitoring residents’ wellbeing. Out of hours an alarm call service deals with any emergencies.

Facilities

  • Lounge, laundry room, lift, courtyard and gardens.
  • There is a guest flat available for visitors to use for overnight stays.
  • Car parking is available for both residents and visitors.

More information

  • Visit: Bayham Road, West Ealing, W13 0TU
  • Call: 020 8579 6924

Hugh Clark House

Hugh Clark House is in West Ealing and has 49 single, self-contained flats.

Location

Hugh Clark House is on a quiet road that runs parallel to West Ealing Broadway. Local shops and amenities are all close by. The house has a lovely enclosed courtyard style garden.

Services

There is a sheltered scheme manager onsite (Monday to Friday during office hours) who is responsible for the day-to-day management and supervision of Hugh Clark House and for monitoring residents’ wellbeing. Out of hours an alarm call service deals with all emergencies.

Facilities

  • Large lounge
  • Laundry room
  • Courtyard garden
  • Guest flat

More information

  • Visit: Singapore Road, West Ealing W13 0UF
  • Call: 020 8840 3943

Mabel Evetts Court

Mabel Evetts Court is a two-storey purpose-built sheltered housing scheme in Hayes, Middlesex. There are 31 self-contained flats.

Location

Mabel Evetts Court is situated in a quiet cul-de-sac with easy access to local transport and shopping facilities. There is a large Sainsbury’s nearby. Local buses travel to Uxbridge, Shepherd’s Bush, Heathrow and Harrow.

Services

There is a sheltered scheme manager onsite (Monday to Friday during office hours) who is responsible for the day-to-day management and supervision of Mabel Evetts Court and for monitoring the wellbeing of residents. Out of hours an alarm call service deals with any emergencies.

Facilities

  • Each flat has a double bedroom, shower room, kitchen and lounge
  • Main lounge
  • Quiet room on the first floor
  • Sitting area in each corridor
  • Laundry room and a guest flat

More information

  • Visit: St Christopher Drive, Hayes UB3 3ET
  • Call: 020 8848 9649

Melody Court

Melody Court is an attractive sheltered scheme development in Chiswick. There are 40 one bedroom flats and some have been specifically adapted for wheelchair use.

Location

The scheme is located in a leafy, quiet residential road, near the river Thames. Kew Bridge overland train and Gunnersbury tube offer the nearest links into London. The shops on Chiswick High Road are a mile away and there are good local bus services.

Services

There is a sheltered scheme manager onsite (Monday to Friday during office hours) who is responsible for the day-to-day management and supervision of Melody Court and for monitoring the wellbeing of residents. Out of hours an alarm call service deals with any emergencies.

Facilities

  • Communal lounge, laundry room, lift and garden.
  • A hairdresser that visits weekly and social activities are held regularly.
  • A Guest flat is available for residents’ visitors to use for overnight stays.
  • There is residents’ parking with special spaces for blue badge holders.

More information

  • Visit: Wellesley Road, London W4 3AD
  • Call: 020 8747 0082

O’Grady Court

O’Grady Court is a five-storey sheltered housing property with 62 one bedroom flats. Some have been especially adapted for residents with disabilities.

Location

This property is centrally located in west Ealing, just off the broadway. It opens out onto a pedestrian precinct lined with trees, benches and shops. Buses run to Ealing Broadway mainline and underground station.

Services

There is a sheltered scheme manager onsite (Monday to Friday during office hours) who is responsible for the day-to-day management and supervision of O’Grady Court. Out of hours an alarm call service deals with any emergencies.

Facilities

There is a lot of emphasis on social activities at O’Grady Court and we hold weekly social evenings. There are four lounges, a computer room/internet club and a communal rooftop garden. There is also a laundry room and a guest flat.

More information

  • Visit: Melbourne Avenue, West Ealing W13 9BY
  • Call: 020 8840 1649

Peter Lyell Court

Peter Lyell Court is a two-storey sheltered housing property in the London Borough of Hillingdon. The Court has 36 one bedroom flats, each with a kitchen, lounge, double bedroom and shower or bath room.

Location

The property sits in a quiet, leafy, private estate in Ruislip, between Ruislip Manor and Eastcote. The main high street is one and a half miles away. Several buses run nearby.

Services

There is a sheltered scheme manager onsite (Monday to Friday during office hours) who is responsible for the day-to-day management and supervision of Peter Lyell Court and for monitoring the wellbeing of residents. Out of hours an alarm call service deals with any emergencies.

Facilities

  • Ground floor flats have been adapted for wheelchair users and all have walk-in shower rooms.
  • There is a laundry room, lounge, library, games room, hairdressing salon and many social events.
  • There is a special bathroom with an electric chair for residents with mobility problems.

More information

  • Visit: Flemming Avenue, Ruislip HA4 9BL
  • Call: 020 8426 1480

Sahaara Court

Sahaara Court includes 35 flats some of which have been adapted for wheelchair users. The property’s gardens back onto the Grand Union canal providing a stunning backdrop for the building.

Location

Surrounded by lots of greenery, Sahaara Court sits on the edge of the canal. It provides an idyllic environment in a quiet part of Southall. The cultural vibrancy of Southall’s shopping area is only a quarter of a mile away.

Services

There is a sheltered scheme manager onsite (Monday to Friday during office hours) who is responsible for the day-to-day management and supervision of Sahaara Court and for monitoring the wellbeing of residents. Out of hours an alarm call service deals with any emergencies.

Facilities

There is a good range of facilities including a library, computer room with internet access, hair salon, lounge, dining room, lift and laundry. The residents’ car park has spaces for blue badge holders and a visitors’ parking area.

More information

  • Visit: Lancaster Road, Southall UB1 1AP
  • Call: 020 8571 9620

Wood Court

Wood Court is a purpose-built extra care, sheltered housing property for older people with an ‘assessed care need’. There are 39 self-contained flats, each with a kitchen, lounge, double bedroom and shower room.

Location

Wood Court is situated in a quiet residential road, just off Burnt Oak Broadway in Edgware. It is well served by public transport with a number of bus routes nearby and the northern line (Burnt Oak station) a ten minute walk away.

Services

There is a part-time sheltered scheme manager. Onsite carers are available 24/7.

Facilities

  • Wood Court has a large communal lounge and dining area which can be subdivided and used for a variety of activities.
  • The lounge leads to an attractive patio area and garden.
  • There is a scheme hairdresser, optician and chiropodist and a treatment room offering therapeutic massage and other therapies.

More information

  • Visit: South Road, Edgware HA8 0BF
  • Call: 020 8952 8629

Bedfordshire

Greenfields

Greenfields is a stylish mixed development of 82 one and two bed apartments, with 50 for affordable rent and 32 for shared ownership and sold through Peabody. For those 55 and over and with a local connection, with care onsite if needed, Greenfields provides lifetime homes in a purpose built, community-focused development.

Location

Greenfields is located a mile to the south-east of Leighton Buzzard town centre within the county of Bedfordshire. The development occupies a prominent north-west corner at the crossroad junction of Billington Road and Theedway. The location was specifically chosen for its proximity to the local town centre and nearby amenities such as doctor’s surgery, dentists, opticians, chemists and supermarket, all located within 1.5 miles.

Apartments

Each of the 82 one and two bedroom apartments have a light and contemporary feel, designed to offer flexibility for your changing needs to promote independent living. Each apartment is fully accessible with lifts to higher floors and includes:

  • Open plan living dining with contemporary fitted kitchen
  • Fully accessible shower room
  • Balcony or terrace
  • Secure access
  • Hallway
  • Floor covering throughout
  • Underfloor heating

Why choose Greenfields?

We believe this is your time and you deserve to feel safe and secure within a community of like-minded people. Greenfields will provide a place you can call your own and give your friends and family peace of mind as you have access to and can enjoy the following benefits:

  • Independent living in your own home
  • Onsite staff providing care and support services if required
  • Discreet security to give you peace of mind
  • A community setting with opportunities for an active and social lifestyle
  • Onsite facilities including a restaurant, café and hair and beauty salon

How can I apply for a property at Greenfields?

If you are wanting to apply for a property and would like to arrange a viewing please call 0300 303 2994 or send us an email.

You will need to visit the Central Bedfordshire Council website and complete the application form and self assessment form.

Rooms for hire

Greenfields offers the Grand Union room and two treatment/therapy rooms for hire.

  • Grand Union Room: Available for hire every day from 10am to 9pm
  • Therapy Room 1 (beauty): Available for hire every day (except Tuesdays) from 10am to 9pm
  • Therapy Room 2 (clinician): Available for hire every day from 10am to 9pm

Day rates and block buildings available for some rooms.

Before you proceed with a booking, we have conditions to hire which you must read and agree to. For more information, please contact us.

The place to meet

Greenfields is open to the public and we would love for you to visit! We have a restaurant, café, hair and nail salon and provide beauty treatments.

Presentation Court

Presentation Court is a modern two-storey block with 28 flats. Four are specially adapted for wheelchair access.

Location

The scheme is close to Luton town centre and to local transport. Presentation Court sits in a quiet neighbourhood, in the middle of a lovely park.

Services

There is a housing and support manager onsite (Monday to Friday during office hours) who is responsible for the day-to-day management and supervision of Presentation Court and for monitoring the wellbeing of residents. Out of hours an alarm call service deals with any emergencies.

Facilities

  • Lounge
  • Laundry room
  • Lift
  • Guest room
  • Garden

More information

  • Visit: Manor Road, Luton LU1 3HU
  • Call: 0208 438 1825

Berkshire

Asantewa House

Asantewa House is a three-storey sheltered housing property in Reading. It has been designed to offer modern, comfortable, affordable sheltered housing within easy access of the town.

Location

The scheme has a prime location, in a quiet no-through road. With views overlooking the canal, colourful narrow boats are the only traffic flow. It offers peace and calm but is only minutes away from the Oracle shopping centre.

Services

There is a sheltered scheme manager onsite (Monday to Friday during office hours) who is responsible for the day-to-day management and supervision of Asantewa House and for monitoring the wellbeing of residents. Out of hours an alarm call service deals with any emergencies.

Facilities

  • Events such as quiz nights and days out are organised by the social club.
  • There is a laundry which is free for residents and a TV lounge for relaxing in.
  • There is also a residents’ car park.

More information

  • Visit: Fobney Street, Reading, Berkshire RG1 6BZ
  • Call: 0118 957 3524

Oak Tree House

Oak Tree House is a extra care sheltered housing scheme designed exclusively for people over 55. There are 60 modern one and two bedroom apartments arranged around a central courtyard.

Location

Oak Tree House is part of the Dee Park regeneration scheme in Reading.

The scheme was officially opened on 8 March 2012 by HRH The Duke of Kent KG.

Services

The scheme offers care and support for residents with a range of needs – from those who are active and have few or no care needs to those requiring 24-hour care and support. Onsite care and support services are provided by Radis Community Care.

Facilities

  • All the flats benefit from private outdoor space with a balcony or terrace.
  • Each self-contained flat has its own living/dining area, kitchen and bathroom.
  • There is a restaurant and hairdressing facilities and a treatment room.

More information

  • Visit: Spey Road, Tilehurst RG30 4DZ
  • Call: 01189 426983

Oxfordshire

Furnace House

Furnace House opened in 2008. It has 38 flats arranged on four floors with a mix of one and two bedrooms. Some flats have balconies.

Location

Furnace House is situated in the heart of Jericho, close to the Eagle Works estate and near the junction of Walton Street/Walton Well Road.

The flats are convenient for local shops, the Jericho health centre and the open spaces and riverside walks of Port Meadow.

There are excellent transport links. There is a bus stop just 100 yards away. Bus 17 runs every hour to Oxford via Cutteslowe and Summertown.

Services

There is a part-time sheltered scheme manager onsite (during office hours) who is responsible for the day-to-day management and supervision of Furnace House and for monitoring the wellbeing of residents. Out of hours an alarm call service deals with any emergencies.

Facilities

  • There is a communal lounge with a dining and seating area.
  • Each flat has a shower room with washbasin and WC, a living room and bedroom/s.

More information

  • Visit: Walton Well Road, Oxford OX2 6GF
  • Call: 01865 552537

Kingsgate

Kingsgate sits the site of an old apple and pear orchard. It retains a rustic edge and has been refurbished to a high standard with modern, comfortable interiors.

Location

Kingsgate is set in a remote and rural area. The nearest town is five miles away. The local village has a post office, pub and shop. Local buses operate to Aston and Oxford and beyond.

Services

A minibus service takes residents to local towns for shopping. There is a sheltered scheme manager onsite (Monday to Friday during office hours) who is responsible for the day-to-day management and supervision of Kingsgate and for monitoring the wellbeing of residents. Out of hours an alarm call service deals with any emergencies.

Facilities

  • There is a laundry room and communal lounge, and social activities are organised regularly
  • A guest flat provides onsite accommodation for relatives.
  • There is a scheme hairdresser who visits every other week.
  • Parking is limited and is offered on a first come, first served basis. Priority is given to residents with disabilities.

More information

  • Visit: Cote Road, Aston OX18 2BP
  • Call: 01993 852498

Potters Court

Potters Court is a modern red-brick building specifically designed for older people. Residents will be assessed as having an extra care need but not dependent enough to need nursing care.

Location

As well as being located in a quiet, residential corner of the Great Leys estate, the building also has spacious communal grounds and residents’ parking. Oxford city centre is three miles away and there is a bus stop nearby.

Services

There is onsite accommodation for the care team who are available 24/7 and there is sheltered housing support cover during office hours. Outside duty hours there is an alarm call service to deal with emergencies. There is a special transport system that operates a door-drop service for a small fee.

Facilities

  • Hair salon, laundry room, and dial–a–ride service to a local supermarket.
  • Twice monthly the council runs a bus to the local library.
  • The tea group meets daily in the lounge and there are regular bingo sessions.
  • The guest flat has two single beds and an en suite bathroom.

More information

  • Visit: Robin Place, Oxford OX4 7FF
  • Call: 01865 748362