Supported housing combines housing with support services. This can help people who live with mental illness to live as independently as possible.
This section explains the different types of supported housing that may be available in your area. It is for people 18 or over living with mental illness in England. It is also for their loved ones and carers, and anyone interested in this subject. See this 46 second video for why this is important.
There is an accessibility function on this webpage called Recite. You can watch a short video about Recite here: www. Do Rethink Advice and Information Service give advice on housing? Our Rethink Advice and Information Service give advice on housing that is specific to people who live with severe mental illness. Like supported housing, which you can read about on this page. But they do not provide expert advice on ordinary housing.
Like if you live in social housing, rent from a private landlord, or own your own home. If you need advice on those things, see the Useful contacts section at the bottom of this page for organisations who can help. Living independently means being able to take care of yourself most of the time. Even if you sometimes need help. Supported housing schemes are usually run by local authorities, housing associations or voluntary groups.
Sometimes you have to wait to get supported housing after you have applied for it. Wait times can vary from service to service. If you feel that supported housing may benefit you, then you can talk to people involved with your care. You might get one bill with both the rent and care charges. But they are sometimes funded differently. There are different types of supported housing which give different levels of support.
