Out and about package: Craige

Using our technology enabled living service, Craige, who has epilepsy, feels more confident in getting out and about with round-the-clock peace of mind that support is available at the touch of a button, if he needs it.
Young people in Basildon set sail for success

Young residents from two supported housing services in Basildon took to the open waters and embarked on a sailing trip of a lifetime. Swan House and Dove Cott House, run by Swan Care and Support, part of Sanctuary Supported Living, teamed up with young people’s charity The Cirdan Trust to offer their clients the chance to experience the challenge and adventure of life at sea on a large sailing vessel.
Innovating by design: Transforming supported housing

Assistive technology is nothing new. But often, it can be challenging to visualise what types of devices encompass the breadth of it. In an ageing population, it might be tempting to think of assistive technology in its simplest form which features a button on a necklace that an older person can press in case of emergency – but contrary to stereotypical beliefs, assistive technology is so much more than that.
Two world days in one

October 10 is World Mental Health Day, which also coincides with World Homelessness Day. Many millions of people experience mental illness which can hold people back from fulfilling their potential and living a full and purposeful life. Whilst it might be a coincidence that these two world days occur on the same day, mental health illness and homelessness are not mutually exclusive but often inextricably linked.
Sanctuary Supported Living’s summer with Dame Kelly Holmes Trust

Whilst June signalled the start of British summertime; it also represented the start of Sanctuary Supported Living’s unique partnership with Dame Kelly Holmes Trust.
Joanne is leading the charge for mixed-ability rugby

A Worcester woman is looking forward to a 'once-in-a-lifetime' opportunity to play for a mixed ability Rugby invitationals ladies' rugby team.
Sussex Avenue celebrates 30 years of supported housing success

A supported housing service in Canterbury celebrated its 30th anniversary with a formal open day to mark the occasion.
Homeless young women in Brighton receive monthly donations to help fight period poverty

Vulnerable young women living in a supported housing service in Brighton have received their first donation of sanitary products, after a Guildford logistics company pledged to help fight period poverty every month.
Winners of the Ready Steady Grow 2023 garden competition revealed

Each year, Sanctuary Supported Living’s Ready Steady Grow competition, run by Sanctuary’s Resident Engagement Team, continues to attract high calibre entries and this year was no exception.