Supported Living
This series of articles explains what Supported Living means in health and social care and how it promotes independence, choice and dignity for people in their own homes. It covers tenants’ legal rights, person-centred and independence-focused approaches, and the importance of separating housing from care. The series also explores how staff can balance freedom and safety, ensuring services meet CQC expectations and truly empower people to live fulfilling, self-directed lives.
How Can Supported Living Services Keep People Safe?
Supported living gives people more independence, but providers must still make sure care is safe, effective and dignified. Safety in…
What Does Person-Centred Care Look Like in Supported Living?
Person-centred care means putting the individual’s choices, rights and goals at the heart of everything. In supported living, this is…
How Can Staff Promote Independence in Supported Living?
Supported living is designed to help people live as independently as possible, with the right level of support. The role…
What Rights Do Tenants Have in Supported Living?
In supported living, the person is not a “resident” but a tenant (or leaseholder/licensee) with the same rights and protections…
What is Supported Living in Health and Social Care?
Supported living helps people live in their own home (alone or with others) with tailored support to stay independent. Crucially,…
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