Ofsted regulated supported accommodation for young people. Safe, suitable housing with staff who help build independence — this is not the same as CQC adult supported living.
Supported accommodation combines somewhere suitable to live with staff who help young people practise adult life — cooking, travel, education, and friendships — in a regulated setting.
Housing that is appropriate, well maintained, and matched to the young person’s age and needs.
Budgeting, cooking, laundry, keeping a tenancy, and looking after yourself day to day.
Support to use local services, travel independently, and take part in activities outside the home.
Encouragement to stay in education, training, or work, and to develop skills for adult life.
Help to build healthy friendships, confidence, and a sense of belonging.
Ofsted. Housing and support for children and young people preparing for independence.
CQC. Support for adults in their own tenancy. See Supported Living.
Ofsted · rated Good. Residential therapeutic care at Sida House for ages 10–17 (EBD). See Children’s Home.
