A home of your own, with support
Supported living means living in your own home — usually with a tenancy agreement — while receiving care and support tailored to your needs. It's designed to offer more independence than residential care.
Housing and care are separate
In supported living, the accommodation is provided by a landlord or housing provider under a tenancy, while care and support is arranged and delivered separately, often by a different organisation. Care Angels provides care and support in supported living settings; we are not the landlord or housing provider.
Who it's for
Supported living is often used by people with learning disabilities, autism, physical disabilities or mental health needs who want to live independently with the right level of support.
How funding usually works
Housing costs are usually met through the tenancy, potentially with Housing Benefit or the housing element of Universal Credit, while care and support costs are usually arranged separately by a local authority or NHS commissioner. See our funding guide for more detail.
Flexibility over time
Because the tenancy and care are separate, the level of support can usually be increased or reduced as needs change, without needing to move home.
Common questions
Is Care Angels my landlord in supported living?
No. Care Angels provides care and support. Your accommodation is provided by a separate landlord or housing provider.
Can supported living suit people with complex needs?
Yes, support packages can be built around complex needs, including specialist or 24-hour support, depending on what's agreed with the commissioner.