Supported Living
- What is supported living
- Who are supported services for
- How supported living builds independence
- Accommodation and Environments
- A Person-Centred, Strength-Based Approach
What is supported living
Supported living is a way of helping adults with additional needs to live as independently as possible in their own homes, with flexible, personalised support. Unlike residential care, supported living offers people the rights and responsibilities of having their own tenancy, while still receiving the help they need to manage daily life, develop new skills, and work towards personal goals.
Support is tailored to each individual — ranging from a few hours a week to 24-hour support — and is shaped around what matters to them. This can include help with managing a household, accessing the community, maintaining relationships, or building independence in all areas of life.
Who Are Supported Living Services For?
Prudent Supported Living provides supported living services for adults with autism, learning disabilities, mental health conditions, and complex or high-support needs. Many people who use these services are moving on from residential care, specialist schools, or secure settings, while others may be accessing care and support services for the first time.
All services are built around each person’s unique needs, strengths, and aspirations. The goal is not just to offer support, but to create a foundation for people to live fulfilling, connected, and self-directed lives.
How Supported Living Builds Independence
Prudent’s supported living services are designed to empower individuals to take greater control over their lives while continuing to receive the support they need. A consistent and trusted team works alongside each person to:
Set achievable personal goals
Build skills for daily life and decision-making
Access education, employment, or volunteering opportunities personal goals
Connect with the local community and social networks
Maintain physical and emotional wellbeing
Support may include help with tasks like cooking, cleaning, shopping, managing money, attending appointments, or navigating public transport — always delivered in a way that encourages participation, learning, and confidence.
People supported by Prudent live in homes that are tailored to their needs and preferences. Each individual has their own tenancy agreement and full housing rights, with the choice of living in a shared house or self-contained flat.
Properties are carefully selected and adapted to provide safe, comfortable, and inclusive environments. This includes:
Accommodation and Environments
Homes are more than just places to live they are places to grow, thrive, and belong.
Sensory-friendly design features for individuals with sensory processing needs
Fully accessible homes for people with physical disabilities
Secure and structured settings for those with complex or behavioural challenges
Prudent Supported Living takes a person-centred and strength-based approach to all support. Each person is actively involved in planning their own support and shaping how it is delivered. Families, advocates, and professionals may also be involved, depending on the individual’s preferences.
The focus is always on enabling people to do more for themselves, make informed choices, and live in ways that are meaningful to them. Support is regularly reviewed and adapted to reflect progress, preferences, and changing needs.
This approach helps people build confidence, develop lifelong skills, and achieve greater autonomy — not just in practical matters, but in emotional wellbeing, identity, and community connection.
