Upward Housing CIC is a not-for-profit Community Interest Company providing specialist supported living and extra-care housing for vulnerable adults with independently assessed care and support needs. Its aim is to offer safe, comfortable homes that promote wellbeing, choice, independence and lasting connections with local communities.

The organisation provides accommodation for people with a range of needs, including learning disabilities, autism, acquired brain injuries, mental health conditions, physical disabilities, sensory impairments and dementia. Rather than living in a traditional residential care setting, tenants have their own home and tenancy agreement, with support tailored to help them live safely and confidently.

As landlord and housing provider, Upward Housing manages tenancies and property maintenance, and oversees health and safety, housing standards and quality. It also offers housing-related assistance, which may include help understanding tenancy responsibilities, managing housing benefit entitlements, accessing services, building independent living skills and supporting emotional wellbeing.

Upward Housing works with tenants, local authorities, healthcare professionals, social workers, care providers, families and advocates.