Supported Accommodation 

 

This is a supportive accommodation package for care leavers who are ready for independent living but require or would like extra help and support. In Kent, there is a range of housing with support. For example, some accommodation might be in shared houses or in single flats. 

The key purpose of supported accommodation is there will be staff on hand to support and guide you.  They might be there for certain parts of the day or sometimes, even 24 hours a day. You should engage with your support worker as they will help you access local services and connect with your local community.  If you have any problems setting in, your support worker will help you.

Kent Supported Homes

The 18+ service also runs and managers a service called Kent Supported Homes, this is an accommodation option for young people from 16 to 21, where the young person lives in a “host’s” home where you are provided support to reach your independence. A young adult requesting to be placed in Kent Supported Homes (KSH) will be expected to learn the skills need for them to live independently, but it is within a family environment like foster care. At 18 years of age a young adult will be expected to pay their rent and budget for their food. A young adult can remain in this form of supported accommodation until they are 21 years old.

Supported Living 

If you are disabled, you may have your housing needs met by a Supported Living provider (and exceptionally in a Residential Provision).  The level of support you require from the provider will be detailed in your Pathway Plan.