Community Enabling

One-to-one support in and out of the home that builds confidence through everyday life.

Community Enabling is about the stuff that makes up a life. Getting to an appointment. Keeping on top of the laundry. Making a phone call you have been putting off. Going to the gym, the café, a meet-up, a mate's place.

Our team is there to give the right amount of push and the right amount of backing. The aim is not to do things for you, it is to help you do them, and then to help you do them on your own.

What we do

  • Attending appointments Planning, transport, managing the meeting itself.
  • Household tasks Cleaning, cooking, laundry, organisation.
  • Work and volunteering Support at a job or placement.
  • Social and community activities Groups, events, trying something new.
  • Getting out and about Shops, gym, library, café, anywhere.
  • Advocacy Help preparing for reviews or speaking to professionals.

Who it's for

How to access this service

Usually commissioned by Devon County Council or paid for through direct payments. We are happy to chat with families or individuals to work out whether we are the right fit before anyone commits to anything.

Enquiries via the contact form pick "Community Enabling" and route to Zena Fisher, our Community Support and CIC Events Coordinator.

Common questions

How many hours can I have?

Whatever your plan agrees. Most people have between 2 and 20 hours a week, sometimes more.

Is it the same worker every time?

We aim for consistency. For most people, one or two named workers who know them well, not a rota of strangers. Short-notice cover sometimes changes the picture, and where that happens we tell you upfront.

Can sessions happen in the evenings or at weekends?

Yes, depending on the plan and staff availability. We set expectations upfront so there are no surprises.

What if it is not working out?
Let us know early. We will talk it through with you and find the best way forward together. Sometimes that means a change in how a session runs. Sometimes it is a change in staff. Sometimes it is neither. Not everyone clicks with everyone, and that is not always a reason to swap the team around. Our commitment is to deliver the support set out in your plan, and we will keep doing that while we work things through with you. Safeguarding concerns sit separately and are handled under our Safeguarding policy.

Ready to talk?

Make an enquiry See what's on

Or call the office on 01626 367726.

Every enquiry goes to a named manager who will be in touch.