Housing
Safe, affordable homes with support
We provide homes for people across Sussex who need support to live independently.
Homes that come with the help you need
We provide homes for people across Sussex who need support to live independently. Our housing comes with the help you need to settle in and build a stable life.
We offer two types of housing:
- Short-term supported housing — a temporary home (usually up to 2 years) with staff to help you build confidence and skills
- Long-term homes — permanent, affordable housing for people who can live more independently
How to apply
We don’t accept direct applications.
Our homes are allocated through local councils. You’ll usually need to be on your council’s housing register first.
If you’re not sure where to start, get in touch and we’ll point you in the right direction.
Short-term supported housing
Accommodation with support
A temporary home with staff on hand to help you build the skills and confidence you need to live independently.

Brighton & Hove
Southdown Moves
A stable base for recovery. We provide housing in Brighton & Hove with mental health support for up to two years.
We offer more than just a roof — we offer a partnership. We work with you to build the skills and confidence you need to manage your own home.
This might be right for you if…
You're an adult (18+) in Brighton & Hove with mental health needs who needs housing support alongside recovery.

Adur & Worthing
Southdown Steps
A bridge to independence. Safe, short-term accommodation in Adur & Worthing where you can stabilise and build the skills you need to move on.
Think of it as a bridge — from where you are now to a settled, independent home.
This might be right for you if…
You're an adult (18+) in Adur & Worthing who has experienced or is at risk of homelessness, or is in a hostel or sleeping rough.
Long-term homes
Permanent homes for independent living
For people who can live more independently, we offer affordable long-term homes across Sussex.
General needs housing
Affordable long-term homes across Sussex. These are allocated through your local council’s housing register — we don’t accept direct applications.
Learning disability supported living
Homes designed for people with learning disabilities who need ongoing care and support alongside their accommodation. Provided by our specialist learning disability team.
Looking for support?
Find out what services are available to you or someone you care about.
Explore more about us
Dive deeper into how we work, who leads us, and how we perform.
Mental health & employment
Support through crisis, recovery, and into work — including Staying Well crisis cafes and employment coaching.
Find out moreLearning disability support
Registered care homes and supported living for people with learning disabilities across Sussex.
Find out moreHow we work
Our values, the Southdown Beacon, and how we involve clients and tenants in shaping our services.
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