Supported living providers in
North East England
Supporting Lives is a small organisation helping people who find themselves in need of a roof over their heads. Working closely with our local councils, charities, churches, and the police force, we provide supported living accommodation in South Tyneside, Durham, and Northumberland.
Discover your pathway to independence with us
Supporting Lives was established in 2014 with the specific objective of providing people with safe, supported accommodation in North East England. We currently operate a range of transitional support properties across South Tyneside, Durham, and Northumberland. Housing is one of the key factors in motivating, achieving, and sustaining change in people’s lives. We believe that everyone needs somewhere to live, someone to love and something to do and this is the narrative that drives the development of our organisation.
Our key aims:
Increase safety amongst homeless populations and reduce risk to our communities
Empower people gain the skills required to live independently and free of services
Increase an individual’s life skills and ability to self-manage their own behaviour
Deliver measurable improvements to a person’s physical and mental health, and wellbeing
About Supporting Lives
We are experts at working with people who are socially marginalised, stigmatised and most in need. Our task is to provide the right support at the right time and give them the skills to live independently and become needed. Most of our referrals have histories of failed accommodation placements and will often present as chaotic with physical/mental health disorders and significant behavioural difficulties. We place great emphasis on providing environments that encourage positive behavioural change. This is achieved by investing in the skills, competencies, and qualifications of a professional workforce with the passion and knowledge of experts by experience.
Our model affords flexibility in terms of criteria and eligibility due to ever-changing needs and demands, as our client demographic can vary. Support is provided to sustain tenancies, address primary health needs, and promote lasting behavioural change amongst our residents. People are supported through co-produced care plans and are encouraged to be proactive in identifying the nature of the support they receive.
Work with us
Are you interested in working with Supporting Lives? With paid and volunteer roles available, there is a range of ways you can make a difference for vulnerable people in your local community. To learn more about us and the opportunities available, get in touch.
Our team
Kevin Kinsella
Trustee
Nigel Ridley
Trustee
Vicki Noble
Area Manager
John Noble
Marlow Lodge Manager
Gavin Miller
Ridge House Manager
Shelly Harvey
Regional Manager
Robert Furguson
Night Watch
Anthony Barker
Night Watch
Carrie Lumsden
Support Worker
Kurtis Halton
Support Worker
Meghan Brown
Support Worker
Carly Temple
Support Worker
Our supporters
Make a donation and help us provide life-changing support to vulnerable people in South Tyneside, Durham, and Northumberland. Whether you choose to make a one-off donation or pledge a regular amount, every contribution is gratefully received.
Help us provide safe, supported living for those in need today.
Our associations
CONTACT US
Address: 111-113 Beach Road, South Shields, NE33 2LZ
Telephone: 0191 455 9333
Email: vicki@supportinglivesltd.com
BUSINESS HOURS
Supporting Lives operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. You're able to reach us via telephone throughout the day. Alternatively, you can email or message via the website contact form.
COVID-19 SAFETY
At Supporting Lives, the safety of our residents and staff is our priority. We have extensive measures in place and all our properties operate in accordance with the UK government's COVID-19 guidelines.