supported housing

Staffed living accommodation

Supported housing is residential accommodation that comes with assistance services for people who need help living independently—typically those with mental health conditions, disabilities, or histories of homelessness.

The support might include help with daily tasks, medication management, or life skills training.

She moved into supported housing after leaving the hospital.

The term is more common in British than American English, where similar arrangements might be called supportive housing.

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level of support/independence

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Managing without assistance

institutional vs. community setting

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Professional supervision in facilities

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housing security/stability

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Lacking permanent residence

rough sleeping · sleeping rough · temporary accommodation · emergency shelter · sofa surfing

Family

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