Our philosophy is built around empowerment rather than dependency. Our support teams work alongside individuals rather than doing things for them unnecessarily. This approach encourages confidence, self-esteem and long-term independence. Every support interaction is viewed as an opportunity for learning, growth and personal development.
We do not define individuals by their diagnosis, disability or support needs. Instead, we focus on:
We provide specialist supported living services for adults aged 18 years and above. Every referral is carefully assessed to ensure we can provide safe, effective and appropriate support. Our services support individuals with:
Supporting individuals to build practical skills, increase independence and achieve personal aspirations.
Providing structured, autism-informed support that respects sensory, communication and behavioural needs.
Delivering recovery-focused support that promotes emotional wellbeing and long-term stability.
Providing specialist support for people with multiple and complex support requirements.
Supporting individuals to build practical skills, increase independence and achieve personal aspirations.
Supporting rehabilitation, independence and community integration.
Providing personalised support tailored to communication and accessibility needs.
Using Positive Behaviour Support approaches to improve quality of life and reduce restrictive practices.
No two people have the same aspirations, experiences or support requirements. That is why our services are entirely person-centred. Working closely with individuals, families and professionals, we create personalised support plans that reflect what matters most to each person.
Support plans are regularly reviewed and updated to ensure they remain relevant and effective. Before support begins, we complete a comprehensive assessment process that considers:
Many individuals require support with practical aspects of everyday life. Our focus is always on skill development and increasing independence wherever possible. Our teams can provide assistance with:
Safe medication management is essential for many individuals. All medication support is delivered in accordance with current legislation, best practice guidance and organisational policies. Our trained staff provide support with:
Maintaining good physical and mental health is fundamental to independence. We work closely with healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated and effective support. We support individuals to:
Being part of a community plays a vital role in wellbeing and quality of life. Our aim is to help people build meaningful connections and active lives within their local communities. We support individuals to:
Independent travel can significantly increase confidence and opportunities. This enables individuals to access education, employment, healthcare and social activities more independently. Where appropriate, we provide support with:
Managing finances is an important aspect of independent living. We promote financial independence while ensuring appropriate safeguards are in place. Our support may include:
The environment in which a person lives can have a significant impact on their wellbeing and independence.
Each property is designed to support independence while meeting individual needs. Our supported living properties are carefully selected and developed to provide:
For individuals who require specialist behavioural support, our services are underpinned by Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) principles.PBS focuses on understanding why behaviours occur and developing proactive strategies that improve quality of life. We work closely with psychologists, behaviour specialists and multidisciplinary teams to achieve positive outcomes.
Transitions can be challenging for individuals and families. Our structured transition process minimises disruption and promotes successful long-term outcomes. We provide specialist support for:
Supporting young adults moving into adult services.
Helping individuals prepare for greater independence.
Supporting moves from residential settings into supported living.
Facilitating safe and successful transitions from inpatient services.
Providing responsive support during periods of increased need.
Successful support requires effective collaboration. By working together, we can ensure support is coordinated, responsive and outcome-focused. We work closely with:
We are committed to achieving meaningful outcomes that improve quality of life. We regularly review progress and celebrate achievements with individuals and their support networks
Outcomes may include:
High-quality support requires strong governance. This ensures our services remain safe, effective, responsive and person-centred. Our quality framework includes:
The safety and wellbeing of the people we support are our highest priorities. We promote a culture of openness, accountability and continuous learning. Our safeguarding framework includes
Families, commissioners and professionals choose IKEN Supported Living because the services we provide. Most importantly, we support people to achieve lives that are meaningful, fulfilling and independent.
Adult Social Care teams seeking high-quality supported living placements.
Commissioners seeking specialist support solutions.
Community teams, discharge coordinators and specialist healthcare professionals.
Supporting individuals with complex needs.
Seeking person-centred supported living options for loved ones.
Individuals and families arranging support independently.
Supported living is suitable for adults who wish to live independently while receiving personalised support tailored to their needs.
Yes. We can provide a range of support models, including waking nights, sleep-in support and 24-hour services where required.
In most supported living arrangements, individuals hold their own tenancy agreement and have the rights associated with independent living.
Absolutely. Families play an important role in many people’s lives, and we actively encourage partnership working.
Our referrals team reviews information, completes assessments and works with professionals and families to identify suitable support options.
Whether you’re looking for support, making a referral, or exploring our services, our friendly team is here to help you every step of the way.