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Where to Start

Guide to choosing the right care option

Choosing the right care setting can feel overwhelming, but we’re here to make the process as simple and reassuring as possible. Start by considering:

  • The level of support required – from occasional help with daily tasks to 24-hour care.
  • The preferred living arrangement – such as supported living or residential care.
  • Location and accessibility – proximity to loved ones, public transport, and local amenities.
  • Personal goals and lifestyle preferences – including independence, community access, and opportunities for employment or volunteering.

If you’re unsure, our experienced team can help assess needs and guide you through the options that best fit the individual.

Steps to apply for a place

1. Get in Touch

Contact our team to discuss your needs or those of your loved one.

2. Arrange a Visit

We’ll invite you to visit one or more of our care settings so you can meet the team, explore the facilities, and see if it feels like the right fit.

3. Assessment & Matching

We carry out a personalised care needs assessment and determine which of our homes can best support the individual’s goals, preferences, and support requirements.

4.Transition Planning

We work closely with families and professionals to create a smooth and supportive move-in plan, including trial visits or overnight stays where appropriate.

5. Welcome & Settle In

  1. Upon admission, we continue to work with residents and families to ensure they feel safe, valued, and at home.

Financial Advice and Support Options

Navigating care funding can be complex, but you don’t have to do it alone. We can help you explore:

  • Eligibility for local authority or NHS funding
  • Privately funded options
  • Direct payments and personal budgets


All our homes are different and we can create a care package to suit your needs with your funding options. 

We will provide guidance on what may require additional fees (such as enhanced support hours, personal spending, or holiday costs), so you can plan with clarity and confidence.

FAQs

Who do you support?

We support adults aged 18+ with a range of needs, including learning disabilities, autism, physical disabilities, and mental health conditions.ndline.

Absolutely. We encourage residents to bring furniture, decorations, and personal items to make their room feel like home.

Packages include accommodation, care support, meals, utilities, access to activities and community outings. Some homes may charge for additional 1:1 support, transport, or specialist services.

Yes, we have an open visiting policy. Friends and family are welcome to visit, share meals, and attend events.

Yes, we actively support residents to access volunteering, employment, or further education through local partnerships.

Our team will guide you through the options based on assessed needs, preferences, and availability, ensuring the best possible match.