At Anchor, our Extra Care housing offers more than just a place to stay – it can be a positive step forward for older people ready to leave hospital but not yet ready to return home. We provide self-contained, fully furnished homes with on-site care and support that helps individuals regain independence in a safe, welcoming environment. Think Extra Care Housing: Supporting safe, timely hospital discharges
A modern, furnished flat (furnished if preferred) Commissioned 24-7 onsite care and support Flexible short-term stays up to 6 weeks The opportunity for reablement Assessed for medication, nutrition, personal care and mobility A socially connected environment that promotes wellbeing and independence Access to Occupational Therapists and District Nurses (where required) Assistive technology, adaptations, and 24-hour emergency call service What’s included in interim bed spaces?
How can interim beds in Extra Care help you?
Supports safe discharge for older adults aged 55+ who need time to recover Provides a solution for individuals awaiting home adaptations or care package assessment Offers a safe space for those at risk of readmission to hospital or experiencing isolation Facilitates short-term reablement to support individuals to regain confidence and readiness to return to their home
Why discharge teams and NHS Trusts choose Anchor: • Faster discharge frees up vital hospital beds • Reduces Delayed Transfers of Care (DTOC) • Valuable cost-effective accommodation x compared to residential or prolonged x hospital stays • Continuity of care with local health and x community services • A safe environment with on-site care and x support available 24/7 • Legal licence arrangement with Local x Authority Commissioning Team
We offer more than just a bed: • Fully accessible flats with private kitchen x and walk-in showers • Vibrant, inclusive community with xx opportunities to socialise • A supportive setting where people can x recover with dignity • Option to explore longer-term housing if x needed • Promotes choice, independence and x recovery
What is the process?
Referral received via discharge or social work teams Quick assessment carried out Move-in arranged and personalised support plan agreed (based on 6 weeks’ stay)
Regular updates shared between support worker, care, and on-site housing teams ‘Move-on’ planning begins as early as possible during stay After 6 weeks, safe transition home or into alternative accommodation
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Find out how Extra Care could support your patients: [Name] [Location/address]
[Phone number] [Email address] Need extra help? Think Extra Care. Visit anchor.org.uk/ExtraCare
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