‘Celebration of Supported Housing’ at The Rosses

A sheltered housing scheme just off Limavady Road, managed on behalf of the Oaklee Homes Group by Niamh (the Northern Ireland Association for Mental Health), The Rosses includes 34 self-contained single and double apartments along with a number of separate bungalows.

The complex offers a unique support service tailored to meet the needs of tenants living independently within the scheme. Along with group and social activities, experienced and skilled social care staff offer a befriending service and individual support to enable tenants to maintain their tenancies and independence. Support can include assistance with daily living and domestic skills such as shopping, budgeting and household management; transport and assistance with GP and hospital appointments; information on claiming benefits and welfare rights advice.

Among those to attend were local voluntary and statutory sector representatives, Derry City Councillors and representatives from the local community, including the Mayor Alderman Maurice Deveney, who said: “I am delighted to share in this Celebration event to acknowledge the contribution this service has provided within the local community. Oaklee Homes Group and Niamh (the Northern Ireland Association for Mental Health) supported by the statutory services, clearly demonstrate how organisations working in partnership can provide a high quality service which enhances the quality of life to everyone living at The Rosses”.

Niamh senior manager, Liam Quigley, highlighted the benefits available to those living at The Rosses, and said: “The Rosses enables individuals from all parts of the city and beyond to enjoy quality independent living, whilst being reassured by the provision of additional support, if required. For the majority of tenants, the cost of living at The Rosses is linked to Housing Benefit and therefore the service is free at the point of delivery to those who qualify.”

Ian Elliott, Group Chief Executive, Oaklee Homes Group welcomed this partnership approach: “Oaklee is delighted that the partnership with Niamh helps us to provide independent living here in the Waterside. I am always impressed with the dedication of the staff and the support they give to our tenants, to help them enjoy a very good quality of life and events here in the Rosses. I hope people will make The Rosses their number one choice for a number one service”.

There are currently only two vacancies at The Rosses for individuals aged over 53 and retired or those aged over 40 living with a disability.

Anyone interested in visiting The Rosses or learning more about the accommodation and support services available, please contact Phyllis Kealey, Project Manager on 02871 342522 or e-mail [email protected], or contact Oaklee Services Centre on 0845

The self-contained apartments at The Rosses are finished to a very high specification with ground and first floor availability, onsite parking and landscaped gardens. Local amenities and shops are close by with an adjacent bus stop to the city centre. A 24-hour telephone helpline is in place and guest room facilities are available for families and friends.