Learning Intentions
• Today I will:
• Gain an understanding of the importance of sheltered housing to elderly people
Sheltered Housing
• This is special housing for elderly people.
• They have their own house or flat but can call on the warden for help if they need to.
Sheltered Housing
Main Advantages:
1. Keep independence2. Feel safe and secure3. Usually on one level
(no stairs)
Features of Sheltered Houses
1. Pressure PadsThis is to let the warden know when an elderly person is moving about.
Features of Sheltered Houses
2. IntercomThis allows the warden to speak to the elderly person and vice-versa.
Features of Sheltered Houses
3. Pull CordsThese are long cords which elderly people can pull on if they need help.
Other Features• Beside each feature below, write how this would
help elderly people:
1. Security entry at front door –
2. Warden’s house and office –
3. Laundry Department –
4. Guest Room –
5. Community Lounge -
Answering KU Questions
• For each point you make, you should be able to get 2 marks.
• To get two marks, use the following method:
• Point – introduce your argument• Explain – explain your point• Example – something to back up your point
Example…
• Explain some of the health needs of older people (2).
• Point – One health need that older people have is with their eyesight.
• Explain – This is because ageing causes loss of vision.
• Example – This is why elderly people often have to wear glasses.
Quiz on the Elderly
1. Older people make up more of the Scottish population than schoolchildren
TRUE or FALSE
Quiz on the Elderly
2. Write down one stereotype about old people.
e.g. stereotypical Scottish person…
Quiz on the Elderly
9. What can occupational therapists install in houses to make them more suitable for older people?
Think of two things.
Quiz on the Elderly
10.Why is sheltered housing more suitable for some older people compared to care in the community?
Quiz on the Elderly
11.What kinds of facilities do sheltered housing complexes have which make life easier for older people?