We believe that people with a disability should be supported to live as independently as possible.
A sense of independence can help people with a disability to build up self-confidence, feel more empowered and lead fulfilled lives.
Our Preparing for Adulthood events will offer key information about supported accommodation services for young people and adults, assistive technology, and Direct Payments, and support to understand the processes involved.
Customer Liaison Officer
Share information and guidance to people, carers, and families around accommodation with support.
Our Customer Liaison Officer is responsible for supporting customers and their families in finding a suitable home with the right level of care and support to meet their needs, working in partnership with social care registered landlords. Some of our supported living services are purpose-built. They've been adapted and use technology that helps people to live as independently as possible.
If you need further information and guidance, you can contact Gail by emailing g.heard@wigan.gov.uk or calling 01942 489702.
Supported Living Services
Supported Living Services provides support to help people live as independently as possible. We have a number of homes for young people needing support.
Direct Payment Team
The Direct Payment Team support you with personal budgets - this is an amount of money given to you to pay for any care services you need.
Having a personal budget provides you with more choice and control over the support you receive to help you live independently. It allows you to:
- Control the money you get for support
- Choose how to spend the money
- Choose things about your life, such as which organisation you want to provide services.
Your support plan and financial assessment will help to identify if you are eligible for help.
Assistive Technology
Assistive Technology aims to improve the ability of individuals with disabilities or impairments to live independent lives.
There are a range of devices that can support people with long term needs have an improved quality of life.
Quality Performance Officers
Quality Performance Officer work across Wigan’s Supported Accommodation Services and are passionate about ensuring excellent care and support for all in the borough. The team are constantly working with supported living providers to ensure Wigan residents have the best possible life and that their dreams and aspirations are fulfilled.
They will be attending our events to provide information on care services available.