Commissioners & Professionals
Clear information.
A considered referral.
Service and placement information for local authorities, Adult Social Care, brokerage, CHC teams, NHS professionals, social workers, transition teams and case managers.
Find the information you need
A practical starting point.
Bedford supported living
Explore the adult service, setting and individually assessed support pathway.
Current availability
Ask for the latest vacancy position, accommodation details and suitability discussion.
Make a referral
Send an initial enquiry and arrange the next conversation about needs and assessment.
The person behind the referral
Understand the needs.
Consider the match.
Assessment considers communication, routines, goals, risks and the support arrangements required. Supported-living referrals also consider accommodation and compatibility before any placement is agreed.
Professional enquiries
A clear route for different care needs.
Transitions into adulthood
Begin planning an adult placement with families, SEND, colleges and transition teams.
A thoughtful placement journey
A considered move. A supported beginning.
01
Enquire & assess
Tell us about the person, the proposed location and timescale. We explore needs, preferences and goals.
02
Meet & explore
Consider compatibility and arrange visits to become familiar with the people and setting.
03
Plan the move
Agree the transition, support plan, funding and practical arrangements before moving in.
04
Settle & review
Review how the placement is working and adapt support around the individual.
Each referral is assessed individually. A placement depends on suitability, availability and agreed arrangements.
Service information
Request the latest
approved documents.
Ask our team for the service overview, current vacancy statement, Statement of Purpose or service guide, and referral documentation. The team will confirm which approved documents are available for the service you are considering.
Sharing care records
Agree an appropriate channel with our team before sending a pen picture, assessment, support plan or other confidential care documents.
Confidence in your choice
Clear information about our service, your privacy and how to raise a concern.
Start a conversation
Let’s discuss the referral.
Start with the proposed service, preferred location and timescale. Our team will explain the next steps.