Worthing Homes

Applicants must be aged over 50 - priority may be given to older and vulnerable applicants. Rent in advance required. Let on a starter tenancy which will be converted to an assured tenancy after 12 months if there are no tenancy breaches during that time. Property is unfurnished, no white goods are provided. Tenants to provide their own flooring and decorating. 1st floor studio flat with separate kitchen and level access shower (suitable for a single person). LIFT access - must be able to manage stairs in the event of an emergency. Communal heating & hot water (payable to Worthing Homes at £12.24 each week), double glazing, communal water (£6.80 per week). Some residents parking. Communal TV aerial and door entry system. Nominated applicants are required to participate in a telephone affordability and vulnerability assessment where the following evidence is required - ID for all that will live in the property, proof of income (wage slip or benefit award letter), rent Statement showing 6 months’ rent payments, 1 months’ worth of recent bank statements for all accounts, list of outgoings (weekly or monthly). Residents benefit from a visiting caretaker (office hours) & access to a Housing Support Officers who can help with completing forms, claiming benefits, referring to outside agencies and social services and GP’s. Optional social activities & communal lounge, communal laundry available. Mobility scooter storage available. An applicant may be declined if it is deemed that the level of support they would require would seriously undermine Worthing Homes ability to support the other residents in the scheme. Guest room available for adult visitors at a nominal charge by arrangement. Flexible support service includes response to emergencies. Very close to local shops and transport links.