Supported Living Service

How to access

Those supported by Diverse Abilities via the Supported Living Service are usually funded by Local Authorities or through Continuing Healthcare following an assessment.

People who are in receipt of Direct Payments may choose to spend their payment buying a service from Diverse Abilities. Please contact your local community learning disability team for an assessment and referral.

What to expect

Those we support get out and about in the community; enjoying swimming, walks along the beach, pub visits, going to concerts, and even taking holidays abroad. 

The team ensure the adults supported do exactly as they wish and have a very enjoyable and fulfilled life. 

They also undertake day to day tasks, such as shopping, cleaning, and washing, as well as doctors’ visits, dentist trips, and family meet ups.  

“I am happy that I have a house where my friends, family, and loved ones can visit any time, and I am supported by people I like. I like having a garden. All my support team are brilliant.” 

Our staff are fully trained, and team leaders develop a life plan for each person, which is assessed and updated regularly to meet the individual’s specific needs. The team leader also oversees the team for each home, ensuring that they continue to support individual needs to a high standard and that all relevant documentation is up to date.

Costs

People supported by this service, rent their property from a housing authority such as ESS or BCP. Care costs are paid to Diverse Abilities Supported Living and are dependent on needs.

High standards of care

Supported Living is regulated by Care Quality Commission (CQC) and follows Domiciliary Care Standards.

All staff complete extensive mandatory training, and specific training is given where required for individual’s needs. Examples of this include PEG feeding, diabetes, etc.