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Culverdale - Crossways' Supported Accommodation

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Culverdale House opened in 1995, arising from the need for supported accommodation for people with mental health difficulties who no longer needed 24 hour care yet still needed some support. The long term aim is that everyone will move into their own accommodation.

Facilities

There are 22 bedsits/flats in the house. This is made up of 16 bedsits all with their own en suite shower/toilet and sink with shared kitchens (up to four people per kitchen). On the top floor there are 4 flats with separate lounges and shared kitchens. The lower ground floor, there are two self-contained one-bedroom flats. There is also a laundry room, two communal lounges and each floor has its own separate bathroom.

Events at Culverdale

Each resident’s day at Culverdale will be based on their individual support plan which they work out with staff to outline and achieve their goals. Residents are encouraged to use outside resources, to seek employment, and to take up hobbies or education courses. Culverdale staff also arrange house events such as BBQs and trips to interesting local places. This encourages socialising among the residents and provides a relaxing change for those who want to take part.

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Support work at Culverdale

Culverdale provides support workers during 9-5 weekdays. The amount of time each person receives varies according to their individual needs, and is based on a needs assessment created by staff, health professionals and residents.

What do the support workers do?

In general terms, support workers help the residents to become more able to carry out things they struggle with. These may vary between individuals but includes help with shopping, preparing meals, support with household chores such as laundry, filling in forms, or simply having a coffee in town. Even if it's for a few hours a week, residents find that having a dedicated person to see is, in itself, therapeutic. One resident described their support worker as a "lifeline". See more information about the staff.

Applying to Live at Culverdale

We request that applications come via care managers so that they can support applicants through the application process and give them independent advice. If you would like more information about how to apply to live at Culverdale, please go to our applications page for more details.

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How is Culverdale funded?

Culverdale is funded by a mixture of Supporting People funding, Housing Benefit, charity reserves and in some cases, a top-up from the residents.