Intermediate provision
Barking and Dagenham Council is reviewing its supported housing provision and working to meet housing targets for older people.
Barking and Dagenham Council is currently reviewing its supported housing provision to optimise existing stock and ensure a diverse range of options for residents, as discussed by the Overview and Scrutiny Committee in October 2026. This review is part of the council's Housing Strategy and 'Fit for the Future' programme, aiming to help residents remain independent for longer.
The council is also working towards London Plan housing targets for specialist older people's housing. In October 2026, it reported providing 1,121 homes for age-designated, retirement, and sheltered housing, alongside 150 rented homes in extra care housing. A complete borough-wide unit total for supported living is not yet available.
No upcoming meetings are currently scheduled to discuss intermediate provision, which refers to housing that bridges the gap between independent living and more intensive care or support.
Key facts
- Barking and Dagenham Council's Overview and Scrutiny Committee discussed a review of supported housing provision in October 2026. Source
- The council currently provides 1,121 homes for age-designated, retirement, and sheltered housing. Source
- The council provides 150 rented homes in extra care housing across four schemes. Source
- The council has 229 registered beds in three care homes for older people. Source
- A complete borough-wide unit total for supported living is not yet available. Source
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