What having my own flat means to me...

Post written by Jess Webb in November 2023.

There is an on-going building programme to update and improve our accommodation at Easton Maudit. During 2021-2025 there is extensive building plan to ensure the highest standards for everyone residing at Easton Maudit. This plan will incorporate the new way of thinking; a push from residential care to supported living. This redevelopment aims to build 16 new supported living accommodation areas for the people we support, giving them the option to stay at Easton Maudit should they wish to. You can read more about our Easton Maudit Renovation Fundraising Project by clicking the button below.

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In 2023, phase two of the project was complete and three new flats were built ready for the people we support to move in.

In May 2023, three of the people we support moved-in to their new flats. This was a day to remember for the Oakfield team.

How has moving to Supported Living impacted the people we support who moved in during May 2023?


Testimonials from the People we Support

Eddie informed me that he loves his kitchen in his new flat, as well as his new wardrobe purchased by his mother. His favourite thing to do in his new flat is listen to CD's, music and the radio. He also enjoys putting his disco lights on. Eddie has developed a number of new skills with support from staff including completing his own laundry with support, making meals such as lunch, and cleaning his flat. He informed me he would like more CDs for his flat, as well as some Christmas decorations. Eddie likes his new flat.

Interview completed by Jess Webb - November 2023

Nanda informed me that she loves her flat and it is very nice. She loves her blue matching furniture she has chosen. Nanda's favourite thing to do in her flat is her cleaning! Nanda has developed many skills with support from staff since moving to supported living, such as cooking, food shopping and planning, making cakes, washing and ironing. She informed me she would like more butterfly stickers for her windows, Christmas lights and to have her friends round. Nanda informed me that she loves her new flat, and often invites me to her flat for a cup of tea.

Interview completed by Jess Webb - November 2023

Gary informed that he thinks his flat is very nice. He loves his CD's, bed, kitchen and new furniture. Gary enjoys watching TV in his new flat, as well as making and eating meals. With support from staff, Gary has developed skills such as completing the washing and laundry, cooking and cleaning. Gary informed me he is happy with his new flat, and would like to buy a small Christmas tree.

Interview completed by Jess Webb - November 2023

Testimonials from Keyworkers

"Change was a big thing for Eddie, at first he didn't seem to be settled, it took him a while to settle. But when he had settled he has come on so much with his own independence, a lot more happy in himself. He has been doing so much more for himself like putting his washing on, making his bed and doing his lunches whilst being assisted.

Eddie seems so settled that he likes spending time in his flat on his own. Eddie likes his dining table because he likes looking outside whilst having his breakfast. Eddie has got himself into a routine and he seems to like it, he is just all over very happy."

Eddie's Keyworker - October 2023

"Nanda has said to staff about how she is enjoying being in her new flat, she is enjoying the independence of writing her shopping lists and going with staff to get her food. She always invites the people we support or staff to have dinner with her. She enjoys buying things to go in her flat.

Nanda has become a lot more independent since moving into her new flat and has so much more room.

She seems a lot happier and content since moving into her new flat."

Nanda's Keyworker - October 2023

"He feels that he appreciates his space more. Gary seems to take more pride in his new flat. Gary has enjoyed inviting his friends round to his flat for a cup of tea. Gary has enjoyed purchasing things for his new flat like his pictures and a record player. He enjoys supported living - doing his own washing and trying new things for lunch. Gary has also enjoyed food shopping and his click & collect. His flat has allowed him to be more independent, and have more pride in his own belongings and appearance. He gets very excited talking about things like his food shopping and cooking. It has had a massive impact on Gary and shows that he can do a lot for himself. It has allowed him to reach his full potential."

Gary's Keyworker - October 2023

There have been many proven benefits to the people we support by moving to supported living, such as:

  • Becoming more empowered
  • Having more independence and developing life skills
  • An option for privacy when choosing to be alone, whilst also remaining within the community
  • Further financial control over their monies
  • More long-term stability of accommodation, due to tenancy agreement with Oakfield

And many more.


As part of Oakfield Community's mission, we strive to "develop individuals to reach their full potential and live as independently as possible." Phase two of the Easton Maudit renovation has been a main factor in allowing this to happen. Oakfield Community continues to fundraise for the succeeding phases of the renovation project, allowing more of people we support to move into supported living, and progress in reaching their full potential.

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