What is Supported Living?
Supported Living is a way of receiving care and support in a self-contained flat, a shared house, or supported accommodation, rather than in a residential or care home setting. You, or the person you support, keep your own tenancy and your own routine, with support built around that, not instead of it.
It's different from our Visiting Care and Live-in Care services becauseit's designed for working-age adults who want ongoing, flexible support to live independently, not short home visits. And it's residential care because there's no institutional setting: you keep control over your home, your day and your decisions.
Support for adults with learning disabilities and mental health needs
How we help people live independently
Every person we support has a personalised support plan builtaround their goals, routines and choices, not a fixed package. Adedicated support worker, or a small consistent team for highersupport needs, works alongside you and adjusts as your confidenceand independence grow. Support is reviewed regularly so it keepspace with your life, not the other way round.
Types of support available
Person-centred support
Support that starts with you: your goals, your preferences and your pace. No two support planslook the same.
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Building daily living skills
Practical, hands-on support withcooking, budgeting, cleaning andshopping, at a pace that works for you.
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Community participation
Help getting out into the community, a college course, a job, a hobby, a faith group, or a regular coffee with friends.
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Support with appointments
Accompanying you to GP, dental, hospital and other appointments, and helping you follow through on next steps.
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Social & emotional support
A consistent, familiar support worker who takes time to build trust, there for the harder days too.
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Managing routines
Support with structure, medication routines, sleep and money management, the daily habits that keep life running.
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Maintaining independence
The aim of every plan: reducing reliance on support over time where that's right, and maximising choice and control.
Getting started with Supported Living
How referrals work
Complete the relevant form above, or call us directly.
We talk through needs, circumstances and funding, with no obligation.
We carry out a needs assessment, with the individual and any professionals involved, to understand the right level of support.
We build a personalised support plan and agree a start date.
Support is reviewed regularly to make sure it's still right for the person.
Areas covered
We provide Supported Living across Bolton and Bury, and surrounding areas including Westhoughton and Horwich. Not sure if we cover your area? Get in touch and we'll let you know.
FAQs
What is the difference between Supported Living and residential care?
In Supported Living, you keep your own tenancy, with support built around your life. In residential care, you live in a care home setting with shared facilities and a different level of independence.
Who pays for Supported Living?
Funding can come from the Local Authority, the NHS, or be arranged privately, depending on individual circumstances. We'll talk through funding options as part of your initial consultation.
Do I need a diagnosis or formal assessment to get support?
No. You don't need a diagnosis to get in touch. We'll talk through your situation and, where needed, help coordinate a formal needs assessment.
Can support start quickly?
Timescales depend on funding and assessment, but we'll give you a clear idea of timing during your initial conversation, and can move quickly where there's urgent need.
I'm a social worker or commissioner. How do I refer someone?
Use our Professional Referral form above, or call our Supported Living team directly to discuss a case before referring.
Do you have more questions?
Every situation is different. If you can't find the answer here, get in touch and we'll talk you through eligibility, funding, and what support could look like for you or the person you're helping.