{"id":1282,"date":"2022-03-01T17:02:07","date_gmt":"2022-03-01T17:02:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sense.org.uk\/?page_id=1282"},"modified":"2026-03-10T15:46:58","modified_gmt":"2026-03-10T15:46:58","slug":"supported-living","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.sense.org.uk\/our-services\/support-for-adults\/supported-living\/","title":{"rendered":"Supported living"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\t<div class=\"wp-block-hs-group    align-wide\">\t\t<div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignright size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sense.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Susan-White-3-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Two women communicating using sign language.\" class=\"wp-image-4137\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sense.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Susan-White-3-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.sense.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Susan-White-3-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.sense.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Susan-White-3-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sense.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Susan-White-3-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.sense.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Susan-White-3-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.sense.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Susan-White-3-900x600.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.sense.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Susan-White-3-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.sense.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Susan-White-3-1600x1067.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n  <div class=\"wp-block  box  ctaBox    is-style-textured-grey-tint-10  align-right\">\n    <div class=\"ctaBox__row\">\n      <div class=\"ctaBox__content\">\n        <div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n\n<p>With Sense Supported Living, you\u2019ll have your own home to be proud of whilst also getting the care that you need.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n      <\/div>\n\n      <div class=\"ctaBox__cta\">\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sense.org.uk\/information-and-advice\/ask-us-for-help\/\" class=\"button  button--primary\">Speak to our team<\/a>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n  <\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<p>Sense Supported Living is for people who need some help with day-to-day life, but want to have their own home.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this accommodation service, you\u2019re the tenant. You can choose whether you live with others or by yourself, and decide how much care you need. You might want a support worker to stay with you all day, or you might only want them to help you with specific tasks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What is Supported Living?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Supported Living is for people who don\u2019t want to live in full time <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sense.org.uk\/our-services\/support-for-adults\/residential-care\/\">Sense Residential Care<\/a>, but need some extra support.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In Sense Supported Living accommodation, you might share with other like-minded housemates, or have your own place. You\u2019ll be a tenant, with responsibilities for things like paying the bills. But you\u2019ll have as much help as you need from our support workers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Who can access this support?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re a disabled person with <strong>complex needs<\/strong>, we can help you with Sense Supported Living.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This could mean that you have two or more of the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list is-style-secondary-bullets\">\n<li>Sensory impairment<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Learning disability<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Physical disability<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Autism<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>This isn\u2019t an exhaustive list. Not sure if this is right for you or your loved one? <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sense.org.uk\/information-and-advice\/ask-us-for-help\/\">Speak to a member of our team<\/a> to find out more about who we support.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block  slab    is-style-textured-secondary-tint-10  align-full\">\n  <div class=\"wrap\">  <div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-title-primary\" id=\"supported-living-video\"><strong>Watch a short film about Lin, one of our Supported Living tenants<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed aligncenter is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube is-style-primary wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Sense Supported Living Services\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/3GfoG2gPzgw?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n<\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n  <div class=\"wp-block  box    is-style-textured-pink-tint-10  align-right\">    <div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Our standard of care<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>All of Sense\u2019s residential homes for disabled adults are registered and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sense.org.uk\/our-services\/support-for-adults\/senses-care-quality-commission-ratings\/\">You can see our CQC ratings here.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We also have our own set of standards \u2013 the Sense Quality Framework and the Sense Outcomes Framework \u2013 to measure how well we\u2019re supporting you.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Want to know more? <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sense.org.uk\/information-and-advice\/ask-us-for-help\/\">Reach out to our team.<\/a><\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n  <\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\t<div class=\"wp-block-hs-group    align-wide\">\t\t<div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Why choose Sense Supported Living?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list is-style-primary-bullets\">\n<li>Create a home of your own to be proud of.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Get as much support as you need each day.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You\u2019ll have access to the support you need to communicate.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Shape your routine around your likes, dislikes, goals and dreams.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Our arts, sports and wellbeing activities will keep you busy.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Spend time with like-minded housemates and friends.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Frequently asked questions about Sense Supported Living<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block    accordion__item\"> \t<summary class=\"accordion__title\">\n\t\t<h3 class=\"accordion__toggle\">\n\t\tWhat&#039;s the difference between Supported Living and Residential Care?\n\t\t<\/h3>\n\t<\/summary>\n\n\t<div class=\"accordion__content\">\n\t\t<div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n\n<p>Residential Care homes are group homes, where you\u2019ll get 24-hour care. Supported Living is better suited for people who want to live a bit more independently. You\u2019ll be a tenant of your house or flat, with responsibilities. But you\u2019ll still get support from care staff.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sense.org.uk\/our-services\/support-for-adults\/residential-care\/\">Find out more about Sense Residential Care.<\/a><\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block    accordion__item\"> \t<summary class=\"accordion__title\">\n\t\t<h3 class=\"accordion__toggle\">\n\t\tWho pays for this service?\n\t\t<\/h3>\n\t<\/summary>\n\n\t<div class=\"accordion__content\">\n\t\t<div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n\n<p>Your local council might pay towards the cost of your supported living if you have less than \u00a323,250 in savings and assets. Exactly how much they\u2019ll pay depends on your specific situation. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/conditions\/social-care-and-support-guide\/money-work-and-benefits\/when-the-council-might-pay-for-your-care\/\">Find out more about funding on the NHS website.&nbsp;<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have any questions at all about finances and Sense Supported Living, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sense.org.uk\/information-and-advice\/ask-us-for-help\/\">speak to one of our team.<\/a><\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block    accordion__item\"> \t<summary class=\"accordion__title\">\n\t\t<h3 class=\"accordion__toggle\">\n\t\tHow many hours of care will I get in Supported Living?\n\t\t<\/h3>\n\t<\/summary>\n\n\t<div class=\"accordion__content\">\n\t\t<div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n\n<p>We assess every Sense Supported Living resident based on their particular needs and strengths. This means that you could have support 24 hours a day if that\u2019s right for you. But, if you\u2019d prefer to only have a visit from a support worker when you\u2019re doing specific tasks, that\u2019s possible too. Everyone\u2019s care is as unique as they are.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block    accordion__item\"> \t<summary class=\"accordion__title\">\n\t\t<h3 class=\"accordion__toggle\">\n\t\tIs my disabled son\/daughter\/relative eligible?\n\t\t<\/h3>\n\t<\/summary>\n\n\t<div class=\"accordion__content\">\n\t\t<div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n\n<p>Our residents all around the UK have a huge range of complex needs. If you\u2019re not sure if your loved one is eligible for support from us, please <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sense.org.uk\/information-and-advice\/ask-us-for-help\/\">get in touch with our team<\/a>. We\u2019d be happy to chat to you!<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n\n  <div class=\"wp-block  box    is-style-textured-primary-tint-10  size-large\">    <div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Get in touch<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Speak to our team to find out more about supported living for disabled adults with complex needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-primary\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sense.org.uk\/information-and-advice\/ask-us-for-help\/\"><strong>Contact us<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n  <\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block  slab    is-style-textured-primary-tint-10  align-full\">\n  <div class=\"wrap\">  <div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Explore our other services <\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-card-group aligncenter\"><div class=\"grid  grid-flexbox  grid-3-cols\"><div>\n<div class=\"card\">\n      <figure class=\"card__figure\">\n      <img decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sense.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/visual-arts-norfolk-2023-4-600x300.jpg\" class=\"attachment-card-supportive size-card-supportive\" alt=\"Three people chatting over artwork\" \/>\n    <\/figure>\n  \n  <div class=\"card__content\">\n    <h2 class=\"card__title  h4\">\n              <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sense.org.uk\/our-services\/arts-sports-for-disabled-people\/\" class=\"card__link  link--stretched\">\n              Arts and sports activities\n              <\/a>\n          <\/h2>\n\n    \n    <div class=\"card__description\">\n\t\t\t\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><div>\n<div class=\"card\">\n      <figure class=\"card__figure\">\n      <img decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sense.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Sense-Loughborough-Final-Selection-Office-Skills-_Counting-Money_-11-600x300.jpg\" class=\"attachment-card-supportive size-card-supportive\" alt=\"A woman in a hijab points to some paperwork, while a man sat next to her glances over\" \/>\n    <\/figure>\n  \n  <div class=\"card__content\">\n    <h2 class=\"card__title  h4\">\n              <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sense.org.uk\/our-services\/education-and-work\/\" class=\"card__link  link--stretched\">\n              Education and work\n              <\/a>\n          <\/h2>\n\n    \n    <div class=\"card__description\">\n\t\t\t\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><div>\n<div class=\"card\">\n      <figure class=\"card__figure\">\n      <img decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sense.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/220528_sense_virtualbuddying_selects_014-scaled-600x300.jpg\" class=\"attachment-card-supportive size-card-supportive\" 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   <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sense.org.uk\/our-services\/support-for-adults\/\" class=\"card__link  link--stretched\">\n              Support for adults\n              <\/a>\n          <\/h2>\n\n    \n    <div class=\"card__description\">\n\t\t\t\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><div>\n<div class=\"card\">\n  \n  <div class=\"card__content\">\n    <h2 class=\"card__title  h4\">\n              <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sense.org.uk\/our-services\/support-for-children\/\" class=\"card__link  link--stretched\">\n              Support for children\n              <\/a>\n          <\/h2>\n\n    \n    <div class=\"card__description\">\n\t\t\t\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block  slab    is-style-textured-secondary-tint-10  align-full\">\n  <div class=\"wrap\">  <div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n\n<p class=\"is-style-intro\"><strong>Support from Sense<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"{width:800px;} has-large-font-size\">We\u2019re the national disability charity supporting everyone who has complex needs. We\u2019re here for people of all ages and their families. If you need more information and advice about the services we provide, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sense.org.uk\/information-and-advice\/\">you can find out more here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>With Supported Living, you\u2019ll have your own home to be proud of, and also get the care that you need.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":15,"featured_media":0,"parent":1749,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_searchwp_excluded":"","footnotes":""},"content_label":[],"class_list":["post-1282","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.sense.org.uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/1282","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.sense.org.uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.sense.org.uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.sense.org.uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/15"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.sense.org.uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1282"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.sense.org.uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/1282\/revisions"}],"up":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.sense.org.uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/1749"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.sense.org.uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1282"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"content_label","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.sense.org.uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/content_label?post=1282"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}