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Support as unique as you are

Our purpose at Lifeways is to improve lives - it’s as simple as that. We help almost 5,000 people all across the UK to live with independence in their local community. We support people to discover new hobbies, activities and friendships, spending quality time with like-minded people. And, we pride ourselves on helping each and every one of the people we support to find the confidence and self-belief they need to follow their personal goals and dreams.

How do we achieve this? By offering a truly personalised approach in everything that we do. Our support is always tailored around each person’s likes, dislikes and ambitions. And we build support plans in partnership with each person’s family and support networks, keeping everyone involved and informed, because we know how important it is for the people we support to stay connected with the people they care about most.

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Watch: Beattie's story

Watch: Beattie's story

Beattie knew she wanted her independence and was ready to move out of the family home and into a more independent living environment, something she found with Lifeways at St Thomas House in North Walsham.

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Watch: Ross’s story

Watch: Ross’s story

Ross moved to Lifeways after his parents realised it might be time to look at alternative care options once they reached their seventies.

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Watch: Melody's story

Watch: Melody's story

Melody, who moved to SIL from a hospital setting, talks about her love for her flat and the support she receives that has allowed her to pursue her creativity and find a new sense of independence and security.

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Careers with our trusted local teams

Our people make all the difference. That’s why we invest in their ongoing training and development, providing rewarding and progressive careers to people across the UK. Despite being the country’s largest provider of supported living, every one of our locations is run by trusted teams, meaning you'll experience a true sense of togetherness and feeling of family.

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What's happening at Lifeways

Read all about the latest updates, inspirational stories, upcoming events and announcements taking place across Lifeways, our services and the support we provide.

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Our Glasgow supported living services garner more fresh Care Inspectorate ratings!

Two more of our Glasgow supported living services have received ratings of ‘Very Good’ from Scotland’s care regulator, the Care Inspectorate – one after being inspected for the very first time!
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What is Positive Behaviour Support and how can it benefit behaviours that challenge?

An overview of Positive Behaviour Support and how it can improve the wellbeing of the people we support.
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Lifeways’ Diversity Council deputy chair shortlisted for Nottinghamshire’s Proud to Care Awards

The deputy chair of Lifeways’ Diversity Council, Marc Jones, has been shortlisted for Nottinghamshire County Council’s very first Proud To Care Awards!

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‘I get more support here than if I was in a flat:’ what independence looks like for Blaise, who lives at our Bedford residential service

Residential care homes are not always associated with independence.

But as everyone who works in social care knows, independence means something entirely different to each person.

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The roll of honour: Lifeways recognised for excellence

Lifeways is proud of its people. Boastful even. That’s why we love shouting about any success or recognition our amazing team members receive.

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Lifeways support worker still going strong at 80

An octogenarian says retirement can wait - because she’s having too much fun supporting people at a Lifeways service for people with learning disabilities in Kent.&nb

Photograph of one of Lifeways' hybrid SUVs used to transport people we support in Heath Farm, Lincolnshire.

Lifeways plugs into 100% renewable electricity deal

A new agreement between Lifeways and energy provider Ecotricity will see all of the care provider’s residences and offices

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Watch: Lifeways’ chief executive Andrea Kinkade speaks about social care on Newcross Healthcare’s video podcast

Lifeways’ Chief Executive, Andrea Kinkade, appeared in 14 October 2024 on a 34-minute video podcast interview with Newcross Healthcare, a healthcare resource platform.

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Lifeways lovebirds Laura and Cameron tie the knot in Notts!

What began as some harmless virtual flirting on social media became a real-life love affair for a Nottinghamshire couple who have tied the knot thanks to Lifeways.&nb

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‘Much deserved’: Lifeways’ Head of Health and Clinical Governance awarded by UK’s Chief Nurse for Adult Social Care

Our Head of Health and Clinical Governance, Karen Roberts, received on Thursday a prestigious award from the UK’s Chief Nurse for Adult Social Care,

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For commissioners and professionals

As a commissioner or care professional you can refer to Lifeways with confidence. Every one of our support workers are working towards or have achieved the Care Certificate qualification, and more than 88% of our supported living locations are rated good or outstanding by the CQC. That puts us well above average in our sector.

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"I am so pleased and immensely relieved to see my clients out of a nursing home and into supported living. Already they are much happier and going out every day. This will transform their lives for the better."

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