Developing the UK’s first purpose-built LGBTQ+ majority older persons housing scheme
Russell Road, Manchester’s LGBTQ+ Majority Extra Care scheme
Alongside Manchester City Council and Great Places Housing Group, LGBT Foundation is developing the first purpose-built LGBTQ+ majority extra care scheme in the UK.
The scheme is being designed through co-production between the three partners and building on the lived experience, knowledge and expertise of a Community Steering Group comprised of members of the older LGBTQ+ community and local residents.
The vision for Russell Road is not only for it to promote greater social connection, reduce loneliness and isolation and improve the health and wellbeing of its own residents, but also to act as a Centre of Excellence and improve the experiences and lives of older LGBTQ+ in care and housing environments across Manchester and the UK.
What makes the Russell Road scheme unique is that a majority of the residents will be people who identify as LGBTQ+ – the first of its kind in the UK. It will be an inclusive and affirming environment where LGBTQ+ people can live independently but with access to care and support services as needed, allowing them to age happily, securely and with pride.
For more information email adam.preston@lgbt.foundation.
What is Extra Care housing?
Extra Care is independent living for people over 55 with the added reassurance of a care team based on site 24/7. Extra Care has additional communal facilities for the use of residents and the wider community for social activities and events.
Why do we need an LGBTQ+ Majority Extra Care scheme?
LGBTQ+ individuals are at greater risk of social isolation discrimination and poor health outcomes as they get older, and many may not have access to supportive networks of friends or family. The Russell Road Extra Care housing scheme is designed to address these challenges by providing a purpose-built inclusive environment where LGBTQ+ people can live independently, but with access to care and support services as needed.
The scheme aims to promote greater social connection reduce social isolation and improve the health and well-being of its residents.
Where will the scheme be located?
The development will be on site of the former Spire Hospital on Russell Road, Whalley Range, close to the Carlton Club.
When will it be open and how can I register my interest?
Russell Road is in its early stages of construction and is expected to open in 2027. Information about the application process and allocations will be shared nearer the time, but if you’d like to receive updates about this and progress of the scheme in general, you can sign up to our newsletter or reach out to Adam Preston by emailing adam.preston@lgbt.foundation.
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