Supported living is a way for people to live in their own home while getting the support they need to do so safely and independently.
Your Own Home, Your Own Life
Unlike residential care, supported living means the person has their own tenancy, in their own home or flat. They're not just a resident - they're a tenant, with the same rights as anyone else living in their own place.
Support is built around the person, not the other way around. That might mean help with daily tasks, personal care, managing money, or simply having someone around for company and reassurance - whatever the individual needs to live well.
Independence, With the Right Support
Supported living is about balance: as much independence as possible, with support there when it's needed. People are encouraged to make their own choices - from what they eat, to how they spend their day, to who they see.
The level of support varies from person to person. Some people need support a few hours a day; others need it around the clock. It's built around the individual, not a fixed package.
Why It Matters
Supported living gives people:
A real home, not just a bed in a facility
Choice and control over their own life
Support tailored to what they actually need
A sense of independence and dignity
Our Properties
At SEA, supported living takes the form of shared, inclusive homes across the North West, all staffed by BSL-fluent teams - many of whom are Deaf themselves.
Beach House, Liverpool – A shared living home for Deaf adults aged 16–40 with a learning disability or autism (exceptions considered at the management team's discretion).
Ocean Lodge, Liverpool – A large property adjoining Beach House, with four bedrooms including ground-floor accessible accommodation. Aimed at Deaf women with a dual diagnosis of learning disability/autism and mental health needs.
SEA Village, Liverpool – Six two-bedroom bungalows for more independent living, single occupancy or shared based on a compatibility assessment. Open to any age group of Deaf adults with mental health needs, a learning disability, or autism.
Acorn House, Manchester – A new-build property close to Manchester Airport, suitable for up to three young Deaf people with additional needs.
Meadow View, Manchester – A shared living home for Deaf adults aged 16–40 with a learning disability or autism (exceptions considered at the management team's discretion).
Park View, Preston – A large Victorian property overlooking Moor Park, close to Preston town centre, supporting Deaf people with a range of needs including learning disability, autism, and mental health needs.