Karuna Care London’s Assisted Living service is designed to enable supportive independence for adults who need some help with daily life but wish to retain autonomy. In this planned service, individuals will live in a homely setting with personalised support on hand, bridging the gap between independent living and care. Our approach mirrors the supported living model – offering tailored assistance to help people live as independently as possible in their own home environment
Residents will have the privacy of their own accommodation (such as an en-suite room) while enjoying access to care and companionship as needed. We are committed to excellence and compliance in every aspect of this service, ensuring it meets all UK adult social care standards from day one.
Personalised Daily Support:
Our assisted living plans emphasise individualised care that adapts to each person’s routine and preferences. Support staff will be available while encouraging residents to do as much as they can for themselves. Support can include:
Personal care
Such as help with and medication reminders in a dignified manner. Staff will respectfully assist with these tasks, promoting comfort and well-being.
Meal preparation and household tasks
Assistance with meal planning, grocery shopping, cooking nutritious meals, and light housekeeping or laundry. Residents can participate according to ability, maintaining a sense of ownership over their home.
Errands and appointments
Help arranging and attending appointments (such as GP visits) or running errands. If a resident needs to go out for shopping or social activities, staff can provide transportation or accompaniment for safety.
This personalised support will be flexibly provided, meaning each resident’s care plan will detail the specific help they require and the areas where they wish to remain independent. Our team will regularly review these plans to adjust support levels as needs change, always in consultation with the resident.
Social & Recreational Opportunities: Karuna Care London’s assisted living environment will foster an active, engaging community life. We recognise that social interaction is vital for mental and physical well-being, helping to prevent loneliness and improve overall quality of life.
Residents will have access to shared spaces (like a living, garden, or kitchen) where they can spend time with peers, share meals, and enjoy hobbies. Our goal is to create a warm, family-like atmosphere where everyone is encouraged to participate in meaningful activities. Friendships and companionship are actively promoted; for example, we will festivals celebrations, birthday celebrations. These opportunities for social engagement will help residents stay connected, active, and emotionally fulfilled. Family and friends will also be welcome to visit and even join in activities, maintaining residents’ community ties.
Safety and Well-being Measures:
A key priority of our assisted living service is ensuring residents feel safe and secure at all times. We will incorporate modern safety features and protocols throughout the residence. Each living unit will be equipped with an emergency call system (such as pull cords) so that residents can easily request assistance day or night. Trained staff will conduct regular well-being checks, respecting each person’s privacy while verifying that all is well. The premises is designed with safety in mind: non-slip flooring, good lighting, secure entry systems to protect against unwanted intruders; and compliance with all fire safety and health & safety regulations. By combining caring human oversight with assistive technology, we aim to give residents and their families peace of mind that help is always available, without compromising the residents’ independence.
Healthcare Coordination:
Although assisted living residents are semi-independent, Karuna Care London will ensure that medical and healthcare needs are fully supported. Our team will help each resident coordinate with healthcare providers as needed. This includes arranging GP visits, facilitating home visits from community nurses or therapists, and assisting with medication management (in accordance with GP instructions). If a resident has ongoing medical conditions, we will liaise with their doctors to follow care plans or monitor health indicators. For example, staff can help schedule regular check-ups, accompany residents to appointments, and ensure any prescribed treatments or exercises are carried out. In the event of illness or health changes, we will respond promptly – contacting healthcare professionals or emergency services and informing families as appropriate. Nutrition and wellness are also part of our holistic care: staff will encourage healthy eating, hydration, and gentle exercise for each resident’s abilities. Through this proactive healthcare coordination, residents can feel confident that their health is looked after while they enjoy day-to-day life in assisted living.
Regulatory Note:
Our Assisted Living services are currently in development and will only commence once all necessary regulatory approvals have been obtained. This includes registration with the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and any required local authority permissions. Karuna Care London is committed to full compliance and transparency – we will not begin offering assisted living placements until we meet or exceed all regulatory standards. We are diligently working with regulators and advisors to ensure the service is fully approved and of high quality before welcoming our first residents.