Supported living is a person-centred approach to housing and support that enables people to live independently within their communities. Unlike traditional residential care settings, supported living promotes autonomy, choice, and inclusion by offering flexible support tailored to each person's preferences and needs. We support people to lead meaningful lives on their own terms. Our supported living services focus on promoting independence, enhancing social connections, and achieving personal growth. We work closely with person to develop personalised support plan and review it regularly together with the person supported and the key people involved in their life.
All service users have a tenancy agreement in place. Having tenancy rights gives people control over their living environment, including choices about their home, who they live with, and how they decorate their space. It also ensures that they have legal protections as tenants, such as the right to privacy, the right to challenge unfair eviction, and the right to access repairs and maintenance services.
Increased Independence:
It empowers individuals to live as independently as possible within their own homes or in shared living arrangements. Person-Centered Care:
Support is tailored to each individual's unique needs, goals, and aspirations.
Community Integration:
Residents are encouraged to become active members of their communities, fostering a sense of belonging and social connection.
Skill Development:
Supported living can help individuals develop essential life skills such as cooking, cleaning, budgeting, and managing their own health.
Improved Quality of Life:
By providing a stable and supportive environment, supported living can significantly enhance an individual's overall well-being and quality of life.
A supported living Care package can include help with:
• Shopping, cooking and menu-planning and menu preparation
• Learning new skills for independence
• Personal care, health and wellbeing
• Managing medication
• Support with education or volunteering
• Attending social and leisure activities
• Meeting up with friends and family
• Cultural or religious needs
• Support sttending Hospital appointments
• Identifying and claiming benefits
• Managing bills and money
As well as what's included, it's important to understand what's not usually part of a supported living arrangement:
• Rent and accommodation
• Food and drink
• Utility bills
• Maintenance and repairs - where not covered in the tenancy agreement
• Activities - you need to pay for any activities you participate in
• Transport - we can support you to use public transport if required
• Any specialist equipment - we can support you to contact services such as Occupational Health
• Personal items, such as clothing
Supported Living is generally funded by Local Authorities. We recommend that potential service users and their families or caregivers Service users in supported living have tenancy agreements with the provider. They can apply for Housing Benefit and the local authority will assess on an individual basis. Please click here for the Housing benefit calculator.
Respite care provides temporary relief to family caregivers of individuals with chronic illnesses, or other conditions that require ongoing care. It allows caregivers to take a break from their caregiving responsibilities, reducing stress and preventing burnout.
Respite care is an important resource for caregivers. Don't hesitate to seek out these services if you need a break. Taking care of yourself is essential for your own well-being and your ability to continue providing care for your loved one.
We also provide an opportunity for an individual to trial out independent living through us.
