What is Supported Living?

Supported living refers to a model of care designed to help adults experiencing mental health challenges, learning disabilities, autism spectrum disorders, or associated complex needs, live independently within their own homes or shared accommodation. Rather than being placed in residential or institutional care, individuals receive bespoke support, encouraging independence, personal choice, and active community participation.

At Inmind Healthcare, supported living is a holistic, person-centred approach that emphasises freedom, choice, and dignity. Our experienced team provides varying levels of assistance based on individual needs, from occasional support to comprehensive daily care.

Who Can Benefit from Supported Living?

Supported living is designed to meet the needs of adults who would like to preserve or regain their independence but require additional help in certain areas of their daily routines. While the exact level of support will vary for each individual, it’s particularly well-suited to those who:

• Live with mental health conditions such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, or personality disorders.
• Experience learning disabilities or developmental conditions, including autism.
• Need extra assistance with daily tasks, ranging from personal care to managing household responsibilities.
• Wish to become more independent within a caring and inclusive community setting.
• Are transitioning from hospital or residential care back into a home environment and require structured support during this period.

At Inmind Healthcare, our ultimate aim is to help people build the life skills, confidence, and social connections necessary to thrive. By focusing on individual strengths and personal aspirations, we empower adults to enhance their quality of life, gain self-reliance, and enjoy a fulfilling sense of independence.

Why Choose Supported Living at Inmind Healthcare?

Personalised, Individualised Care Plans: At Inmind Healthcare, we understand every individual has unique needs. Our clinical and support teams collaboratively design tailored care plans based on comprehensive assessments, clearly identifying personal goals, preferences, abilities, and requirements.

Qualified and Compassionate Staff: Our multidisciplinary team includes registered nurses, mental health professionals, care coordinators, occupational therapists, and experienced support workers. Each member undergoes extensive training in mental health awareness, safeguarding, trauma-informed care, positive behavioural support, medication management, and effective communication skills.

Promoting Independence and Self-Esteem: Our core philosophy is empowerment. Rather than fostering dependency, we actively encourage individuals to gain practical skills such as cooking, budgeting, self-care, employment preparation, and community engagement, helping them become increasingly self-reliant and confident.

Safe, Comfortable, and Inclusive Accommodation: We provide carefully selected accommodation options tailored to each individual’s support requirements and preferences, including shared houses, apartments, and private flats within inclusive community settings. Each location is assessed thoroughly for suitability, safety, accessibility, and proximity to vital community resources and transport links.

Enhanced Quality of Life: By enabling independence in a supported environment, we ensure enhanced emotional wellbeing, reduced isolation, improved mental health outcomes, and meaningful community engagement. Our supported living residents often report greater overall satisfaction and personal fulfilment.

Our Supported Living Services:

What We Offer

At Inmind Healthcare, our supported living services are designed to cover every aspect of daily life, ensuring that individuals receive the right level of assistance to lead fulfilling and independent lifestyles. By taking a holistic approach, we offer a range of comprehensive support options that enable our service users to develop practical skills, enhance their wellbeing, and engage meaningfully in their communities.

Daily Living Skills Support forms the bedrock of our approach to promoting independence. We provide structured assistance with cooking, meal planning, and maintaining a balanced diet, helping individuals learn essential nutrition and food preparation techniques. Alongside this, our teams guide service users through household chores and cleaning routines, fostering an understanding of responsibility and healthy living environments. Personal hygiene and self-care are fundamental to building self-esteem, so our experienced staff focus on providing gentle prompts and teaching practical strategies to maintain good health and grooming. We also offer medication management support, ensuring consistency and adherence to prescriptions, which is crucial for sustaining overall wellbeing.

Financial and budgeting skills can significantly impact a person’s long-term security and confidence, so our Financial and Budgeting Support helps individuals learn to manage money effectively. From assisting with benefit applications and navigating entitlement processes to establishing bank accounts and handling bills, our services empower people to feel more independent and in control of their finances. This targeted guidance increases confidence in dealing with financial matters and equips service users with essential life skills that will benefit them well into the future.

Another important aspect of independence is the ability to connect with others and participate in community life. Our Social and Community Engagement service ensures individuals can access social opportunities and build meaningful relationships. We help with arranging and attending social appointments, from hobby clubs to support groups, and can also facilitate involvement in group and individual leisure activities. For those looking to further their personal or professional development, we offer practical support with enrolling in educational courses, volunteering, and exploring employment opportunities. By helping foster healthy relationships and networks, we reduce isolation and encourage a sense of belonging.

Of course, a holistic approach to supported living must also focus on physical and emotional wellness. Through our Health and Wellbeing services, we conduct regular check-ups and health monitoring, ensuring that any changes in a person’s condition are identified and addressed quickly. Our staff work hand in hand with healthcare providers to coordinate appointments, manage prescriptions, and offer consistent, reliable care. We also encourage active, healthy lifestyles by promoting exercise, balanced nutrition, and positive coping strategies. If required, psychological support and counselling are available, providing professional help for those navigating mental health challenges.

Lastly, we recognise that certain moments may require urgent attention, which is why Crisis Management and Risk Reduction is a key component of our supported living model. Through proactive risk assessments, we work to identify any triggers or challenges that might lead to a crisis, allowing us to intervene and adapt support plans accordingly. Should an emergency arise, our 24-hour on-call support ensures that help is always available. By tailoring crisis prevention strategies to individual needs, we aim to offer reassurance and promote a sustained sense of safety and stability for everyone in our care.

Together, these strands of support create a cohesive framework that allows individuals to thrive while maintaining as much independence as possible. By working collaboratively with service users, families, and external professionals, Inmind Healthcare is committed to delivering the highest standards of supported living across all aspects of daily life.

Contact Inmind Healthcare Today

Ready to take the first step towards independence and wellbeing through supported living? Our experienced and compassionate team at Inmind Healthcare is here to guide and support you every step of the way.

Contact us today by phone, email, or our online enquiry form to discuss how supported living can help you or your loved one achieve greater independence, fulfilment, and quality of life.

Let’s Begin the Journey Towards Independence Together

At Inmind Healthcare, supported living is more than just care—it’s about creating lasting positive changes. We’re committed to helping every individual thrive, achieve personal goals, and embrace a life filled with dignity, independence, and joy.

Begin your journey towards greater independence today with Inmind Healthcare.