Safe, Structured and Person-Centred Supported Living
What is Supported Living?
Supported living allows individuals to live in their own home or within shared accommodation while receiving personalised care and support based on their needs.
Unlike residential care, supported living focuses on promoting independence and helping people maintain greater control over their routines, decisions and future.
The level of support can vary from a few hours per week to full 24-hour support, depending on the individual’s needs.
Our goal is always to create the right balance between independence and safety.
At Meraki, our supported living services are designed to help individuals live as independently as possible while receiving the right level of care and support.
Supported living is about more than accommodation, it is about creating the right environment for people to feel safe, stable and empowered, while maintaining choice, control and dignity in their everyday lives.
We provide tailored support that helps individuals manage daily living, build confidence and achieve long-term positive outcomes.
Who We Support
Our supported living services are suitable for individuals who may require support with:
- Mental health needs
- Learning disabilities
- Autism support needs (where appropriate)
- Long-term emotional wellbeing support
- Step-down support from residential placements
- Transition support into more independent living
- Daily living and routine management
- Community integration and social inclusion
- Structured long-term support packages
Every placement is carefully assessed to ensure the environment, support and care model are the right fit.
What Support Can Include
Our supported living support may include:
- Personal care
- Medication support
- Daily living skills
- Meal preparation
- Budgeting and financial support
- Appointment management
- Community access and social activities
- Emotional wellbeing support
- Positive behaviour support where appropriate
- Risk management and safety planning
- Support with education, employment or volunteering goals
Support is always tailored to the individual and built around their personal goals and long-term outcomes.
The Benefits of Supported Living
The right supported living placement can help individuals:
- Increase independence
- Improve confidence
- Build life skills
- Access education and employment opportunities
- Reduce hospital admissions or placement breakdowns
- Improve emotional wellbeing
- Maintain stability and routine
- Live safely within their community
Good support should help people move forward — not feel restricted.
Our Approach to Placement Matching
We know that successful supported living starts with the right placement. That means understanding personality, goals, compatibility, risk factors and long-term sustainability.
Individual Needs
In-depth assessment of care needs and specific risks.
Property Suitability
Evaluating the environment for accessibility and comfort.
Placements Compatibility
Ensuring personalities and goals align within shared homes.
Individual Needs
In-depth assessment of care needs and specific risks.
Staffing Requirements
Matching skilled staff to specific individual requirements.
Independence Goals
Focusing on skills that empower daily living control.
Placement Stability Long
Planning for sustainable support and long-term security.
We work closely with families, professionals, commissioners and housing providers to ensure the right support is in place from the start.
Working With Professionals
Local Authorities
Social Workers
Commissioners
Housing Providers
Occupational Therapists
Mental Health Teams
Families and Advocates
Healthcare Professionals