Whitton
Twickenham, in the London Borough of Richmond. A quiet residential setting close to local amenities and green space.
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Supported Living in London
Your life, your choices, our support. We provide high-quality supported living services across London, helping people to live independently, confidently, and in a way that reflects their own choices, goals and aspirations.
Three homes, permanent or respite
Our homes are in quiet, homely residential areas, with spacious rooms and gardens to relax in. They are easy to get to, close to parks, shops and hospitals: everything you would want in a home.
Kingston
Spacious rooms and a garden, within easy reach of the town centre, the riverside, parks and Kingston Hospital.
Uxbridge
Hillingdon, at the western edge of London, close to shops, transport, green space and community groups.
We also provide 24/7 nurse-led residential care. Call us to talk about what level of support is needed and what we currently have available.
Person-centred support, from the first conversation
We believe that everyone deserves the opportunity to live a fulfilling life, regardless of their support needs. Our person-centred approach means you stay in control of the decisions that matter most to you: how you live, how you spend your time, and how you manage your money.
No two people are the same, and neither are their support needs. We never assume that what works for one person will work for another. We work alongside you to create a support package that reflects your lifestyle, preferences and goals, and we adapt it as things change.
Our aim is not simply to provide support, but to help you lead the life you choose.
What our support covers
Practical, everyday help from a team who know you, so that independence is something you actually have rather than something you are promised.
We support people to
- Live independently in their own home
- Make their own choices and decisions
- Develop life skills and confidence
- Build meaningful relationships and social connections
- Access opportunities in their local community
- Manage their finances and personal responsibilities
- Achieve personal goals and aspirations
Our team can help with
- Moving into and maintaining your home
- Applying for and managing benefits
- Budgeting and managing money
- Planning daily routines and activities
- Accessing education, training or employment
- Attending health and wellbeing appointments
- Building friendships and community connections
- Developing independent living skills
- Relationships and social inclusion
- Understanding your rights and responsibilities
- Registering to vote and taking part in your community
- Accessing local services and community resources
Activities that build skills, not just fill time
Within supported living, activities are opportunities to develop skills, build confidence, stay well and become more independent. Our staff support people to take part in a way that reflects their own goals, preferences and abilities.
Cooking
A practical skill that turns into a genuinely useful tool for daily life. It is also a good sensory activity: you get to make a mess, feel different textures, and most people find it relaxing.
Shopping and days out
An essential life skill that supports independence and decision-making. It gives people the chance to choose their own food and clothes, and to build confidence with money.
Exercise
Regular physical activity has real benefits for physical and mental health. Walking, gardening, swimming, dancing or joining a local community group can make a significant difference to how someone feels.
Community and day centres
Day centres give people a safe, supportive and inclusive place to learn, socialise and take part in something meaningful. They are one of the most effective ways to build confidence and reduce isolation.
- Meet new people and build friendships
- Reduce feelings of loneliness and isolation
- Develop communication and social skills
- Take part in group activities and community events
- Build confidence when interacting with others
Holidays, home and away
We support people to plan and go away on holiday. Holidays give people with learning disabilities the chance to relax, have fun and enjoy new experiences, and they matter for wellbeing, independence, confidence and social inclusion.
They are also a genuine chance to practise important life skills: planning activities, budgeting, making choices, travelling and meeting new people.
- Take a break from routine
- Improve mental health and wellbeing
- Build confidence and independence
- Develop social and communication skills
- Experience new places and activities
- Create positive memories
- Strengthen friendships and relationships
- Increase self-esteem
Most importantly, holidays make sure that people with learning disabilities have the same opportunities as everyone else to enjoy themselves, explore new places, and live a full life.
Common questions about supported living
What is the difference between supported living and a care home?
In supported living the person has their own home and keeps control of their own life, money and choices, with support brought in around them. A care home is a residential setting where care and accommodation come together as one package. They are different legally and they feel completely different to live in.
Who pays for supported living?
Usually a combination of local authority social care funding, housing benefit towards the rent, and sometimes NHS funding. Our guide to paying for care covers the routes, and we can work through it with you and the social worker.
Can we arrange a short stay first?
Yes. We provide accommodation on a respite basis as well as permanently, and many families use a short stay as a trial before deciding anything.
Do you provide nursing care?
We provide 24/7 nurse-led residential care where that level of support is needed. Call us to talk through what is required and what we currently have available.
Talk it through with Jackie
No call centre and no obligation. Tell us what you are dealing with and we will tell you honestly whether we can help.