Who we support
Adults we support in West Essex.
Lintern Care’s supported living and community support is for adults aged 18 and over in Uttlesford, Epping Forest and Harlow. We are specific about scope so people, families and professionals can see quickly whether we are likely to be the right service.
Who this service is for
We support people who need help to live in their own home and take part in community life. That is supported living and outreach, not a residential care home.
Autistic adults
Supported living and community support for autistic adults who need a consistent team, a clear communication approach, and support that respects sensory needs and routines.
Adults with a learning disability
Supported living for adults with a learning disability, including people whose behaviour may challenge, and people with associated communication or sensory needs.
Adults living with enduring mental ill health
Supported living and community support where the person needs help to keep a tenancy, look after their health and take part in community life. We are not a Mental Health Act detention service.
Associated physical, mobility or sensory needs can be part of the same plan where they sit inside the bands above. They are not a separate service on their own. For supported living when mental ill health is the main reason someone needs help at home, read supported living for adults living with mental ill health.
Where we are not the right service
If someone’s needs fall outside our competence, geography or staffing, we say so. That is better than taking on support we cannot do well.
- Children and young people under 18, including 16–18 services
- An older-people service, or where dementia is the primary need
- Where substance misuse is the primary need
- Support for people detained under the Mental Health Act
- Accommodation or a care home
If you are unsure, you are still welcome to get in touch. We would rather have an honest conversation than leave you guessing.
Related pages
Supported living
Support in a person’s own home, under their own tenancy.
Community support
Outreach hours at home and in the community.
Supported living and mental health
What this support is — and what it is not — when mental ill health is the main need.
How we work
How we plan with the person and keep rights visible.
About us
Why Lintern Care exists, and what we do not do.
Tell us what good support would look like
If you are looking for support in Uttlesford, Epping Forest or Harlow, we would like to understand what matters to you. Families, advocates and professionals are welcome to contact us too.
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