Type of service: Supported living schemes

Website: https://www.consensussupport.com/accommodation/high-street/

A homely three bedroom house in Corby, Northamptonshire. The service supports adults with learning disabilities and additional complex needs in a supported living setting.                                                      

This service comprises of one bedroom on the ground floor with a separate toilet and shower room, the first floor has two bedrooms and a separate toilet and shower room.

The communal areas such as the kitchen, living room and laundry room are also located on the ground floor.

With a person centred approach, the focus is very much on supporting individuals to live as active and meaningful life as possible within the local community and achieve greater independence in line with specific needs.

The team actively support individuals to enjoy activities and hobbies of their choice, as independently as possible.

To build self esteem and confidence, individuals are actively encouraged to seek local work and volunteer opportunities.

The service is also within walking distance to the Corby train station, local amenities and leisure facilities including a swimming pool, cinema, shops and a library.

The focus is on choice and inclusion and this is supported by a friendly, committed team.

The running of the home is very much embraced by the people who live there, whether it be the cleaning of the house and their own bedrooms, doing the household shop or maintaining the garden. This helps build responsibility and increased confidence in everyday tasks.

Family and friends always receive a warm welcome.

 

Aimed at: Adult

Gender: All genders

Specialisms: Has autism-specific elements

Other specialisms: Learning disabilities, autism, complex needs.