What is Supported Living?

Supported living is a type of housing and care service in the UK designed to help people with additional needs live independently in their own homes. It is a popular alternative to residential care homes, offering more flexibility, independence, and control over daily life.

One of supported livings most significant advantages is the promotion of independence and autonomy. Individuals in supported living have greater control over their daily routines, lifestyle choices, and even who they live with. This setup allows for long-term housing stability and a sense of ownership over their living environment.

Another key benefit is the personalised and flexible nature of the support provided. Unlike residential care, support in supported living is tailored to each person’s specific needs and can vary from just a few hours a week to 24/7 assistance. Importantly, housing and support are arranged separately, meaning individuals can change their care provider without having to move out of their home. This ensures continuity and greater choice in the services they receive.

Our care partners

We ensure that care and support are provided to our tenants through service-level contracts with Care Providers. Our care partners support our tenants to maintain their tenancies, pay their bills, improve their well-being, and learn to manage day-to-day activities more independently. The support received is in accordance with the individually assessed needs of each tenant. These partnerships are important for all parties to ensure that the property is working well and that we remain focused on the best outcomes and service for tenants.

Types of Homes in Supported Living

“Home, for many, is not about bricks and mortar, or immaculate surfaces. It is a feeling. Home is where our tenants feel understood and accepted.”

FHA offers two types of housing, self-contained and shared accommodation.

Self-contained accommodation has all its own facilities, which means that you have your own bedroom, bathroom, kitchen, and living room.

Shared accommodation is where you share facilities, with other tenants, such as bathrooms, kitchen and living room, but have your own bedroom. Some of our shared accommodation comes with ensuite bedrooms, meaning you will have your own bathroom within your bedroom as well as shared facilities.

Our Supported Living properties

FHA properties look to maximise the independence of our tenants and provide them with comfort, safety, independence, and support. Our properties are in safe, clean, residential neighbourhoods and are situated within proximity to transport links, shops, statutory services, and other amenities.

Special adaptations

Any special adaptations to the property should be agreed upon with your support provider prior to moving in. FHA will signpost tenants and Care Providers to apply for funding for any adaptations required to enable you to live as independently as possible within your home.

Fill in our contact form if you or a loved one is interested in independent or supported living.