Moor House is a friendly sheltered housing scheme situated in the Arthur’s Hill area of Newcastle, not far from St. James’ Park. The scheme is also close to local transport routes and local amenities. The scheme consists of 6 one-bedroom flats suitable for couples and 24 apartments suitable for single people.

Benefits of living in Moor House

• A Sheltered Housing Officer living on site 
• A fully equipped laundry
• A guest room for residents' visitors
• A communal lounge for social activities
• Concessionary television licence
• A warden-call alarm linked to the Sheltered Housing Officer and / or CCAS Central Control in case of emergencies
• A security door-entry system with security cameras.

What will my flat/bedsit be like?

Each flat has its own lounge, kitchen, bathroom and bedroom. There is a fitted kitchen with its own cooker and fridge supplied. Each flat has a smoke-alarm and there are number of warden pull-cords which link each resident to the CCAS Control Room in case of emergency. Your warden will show you how to use this equipment.

Meet the Sheltered Housing Officer: Derek Hornby

"Hi, my name is Derek and I have been a Sheltered Housing Officer for over 17 years - how time flies when you’re having fun!  I have also been in the Merchant Navy and was a qualified chef, so I have many strings to my bow.  I’m originally from Walker and when I returned to the North East I decided I’d like to work more with people; having family, friends and other connections with people at the scheme made Monkchester Green the ideal place to work – I have a real sense of belonging here.

"I’m really looking forward to having some events and activities in our newly refurbished on-site community centre – Christmas parties here are always a winner!

"Working here I’ve learned that everyone is different and I’ve picked up some real “people skills”. If I had to describe myself I would say that I am outgoing, I can be diplomatic, and I like a good laugh!"

How much will it cost?

The average rent for a flat in a sheltered scheme is about £42 per week .The service will cost you about £11 a week. This does not include the charge for general maintenance of the building such as cleaning the shared areas. We include the cost of the service in your rent. We will tell you if we change the charge and we try to keep the cost as low as possible.

More information

Moor House
Hamilton Crescent
Avison Street
Newcastle upon Tyne
NE4 5HN

Sheltered Housing Service
YHN House
Benton Park Road
NE7 7LX
Tel: 0191 278 8585

Sheltered Housing Officer, Derek Hornby

Tel: 0191 278 8585