SUPPORTED LIVING
More independence, with the right support.
Supported living helps adults live in their own home while receiving support to manage daily life, build skills and pursue personal goals.
WHO IT MAY SUPPORT
A distinct service for adults
- Adults with a physical disability
- Adults who need support to develop daily-living skills
- People moving toward greater independence
- Adults whose support is commissioned by a local authority or health body
- People arranging support privately, where Civic can meet the assessed need
THE HOUSING RELATIONSHIP
Home and care are separate
In supported living, the person has rights in their home and receives support through a separate care or support arrangement. Housing and support responsibilities must be clear before the service begins.
Civic does not present supported living as a care-home placement. Eligibility, tenancy and funding arrangements are discussed with the person and relevant commissioner or representative.
OUTCOMES
Support should help life move forward
- Managing a home and daily routine
- Making choices and communicating preferences
- Shopping, cooking and managing appointments
- Using local services and public spaces
- Building relationships, interests and confidence
- Understanding risk without removing independence
HOW IT STARTS
- Referral or enquiryWe understand the person’s situation, funding and intended home.
- AssessmentNeeds, strengths, communication, risks and goals are documented.
- Support designHours, outcomes, staffing, responsibilities and review points are agreed.
- Transition and reviewSupport starts with a planned transition and early review.
COMMISSIONERS AND FAMILIES
Information we need to consider a referral
Please provide the intended location, age, assessed needs, current risks, communication needs, funding route, desired outcomes and likely support hours. Do not send confidential records through the general enquiry form; we will arrange a secure information route where appropriate.
NEXT STEP
Discuss supported living
Talk to us about the person, location, goals and funding route. We will explain the information needed for an initial decision.