Staying put vs moving
Home care lets you stay in the home you already know, with carers visiting to provide support. Supported living usually involves moving into a new, often purpose-adapted, tenancy with care built around it.
Level and type of support
Home care can range from light-touch visits to 24-hour cover within your existing home. Supported living often suits people needing a more structured package of support alongside greater independence than residential care.
Practical and financial considerations
Staying at home may avoid the upheaval of moving, but your current home may need adaptations. Supported living may offer accommodation designed around accessibility and support from the outset, but involves a change of tenancy and funding arrangement.
Getting advice
Speaking to your local council's social care team and a provider like Care Angels can help you understand what's realistic and available in your area.
Social contact and community
Supported living settings can offer built-in opportunities for social contact with other tenants, which some people value, while home care keeps you within your existing neighbourhood and social network.