- Higher level of independence for service users
- Self-contained accommodation
- Flexible support available as required
- Individuals supported to achieve personal goals
- Stepping stone on pathway to independent living
Independent Supported Living
Independent Supported Living (ISL) is a service that helps people to retain their independence while still having the benefit of the physical and emotional support they need to lead fulfilled lives in their own homes.
What’s involved?
Blyth Star's Independent Support Living services are based within our purpose-built apartment buildings - Custom House and Bradbury’s Old Chandlery. In this setting, service users have their own tenancy agreements and have full control over their bills, household chores and other responsibilities involved with running their own home. However, additional support is available around the clock should they need it.
Taking the next step...
In addition to the apartments within Custom House and Bradbury’s Old Chandlery, Blyth Star Enterprises own a number of properties within the community which are made available to service users who are ready to take the next step toward living independently.
Inclusive support
Each property comes with a minimum of five hours' support per week which can be tailored according to the person's needs. Support packages are developed collaboratively between Blyth Star’s Living Support coordinators, Care Managers and service users themselves and are reviewed regularly to respond to changing needs.
Summary Points
What our service users think
I have my own flat in Blyth and I’m not worried, as I can ring staff anytime.
Blyth Star helped me realise I did not have to live in hospital for the rest of my life. I now work and have friends and support in the community.
Blyth Star are the only family I have. I very rarely see anyone else, and it’s where all my friends are.
Referrals to Independent Supported Living
Blyth Star Enterprises accept referrals from Social Workers, Care Managers and all other health and social care professionals for adults with a diagnosis of mental health needs or learning disabilities, or a dual diagnosis, who have completed a CSP1 Needs Assessment.
If you or a loved one would like to access Blyth Star’s Living Support services but are unsure about eligibility, please get in touch to discuss your/their requirements with a member of the Living Support team.
Contact
FAQ
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How can I find out more about Blyth Star’s services?
You can find lots of useful information about our Living Support and Day Services on our website, you can also click on the links below to download our service brochures.
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What needs do you cater for?
Blyth Star supports individuals with a range of moderate to complex mental health needs and learning disabilities. The services we provide are highly tailored to our service users’ level of need and support packages are always developed in partnership with individuals, care givers and other health and social care professionals.
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Can anyone just turn up and join in with Blyth Star’s activities?
Unfortunately, no. Individuals who want to attend one of Blyth Star’s Day Services or access Living Support must have a completed CSP1 Needs Assessment and a referral from a Social Worker, Care Manager or other health and social care professional.
If you don’t have a social worker or care manager, you can request a CSP1 Needs Assessment from Northumberland County Council by calling 01670 536400 or emailing onecall@northumberland.gov.uk.
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How much does it cost?
Blyth Star Enterprises Day Services and Living Support services are usually funded by the local authority if you have been referred to us through adult social care services.
Individuals who hold a personal welfare budget can self-fund for our services, if this applies to you, please get in touch for further information.
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Where is Blyth Star based?
As our name suggests, Blyth Star Enterprises is based in Blyth, Northumberland.
In Blyth, you will find our registered head office as well as our Living Support accommodation and The Steamboat Day Service, however we also have satellite sites at Stakeford Nurseries in Stakeford (Choppington) and The Woodfuel Centre in West Sleekburn.
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Is transport provided for people who use Blyth Star’s services?
Yes. Blyth Star operates its own mini bus service for service users who attend The Woodfuel Centre and Stakeford Nurseries.
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Can I come and have a look around?
Absolutely! If you would like to visit any of our services, please contact the relevant department to make an appointment using the details on our contact page.