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Kent Enablement Support

Kent Enablement Support (KES) is a short-term service designed to help you achieve your personal goals and enhance your independence at home and in the community.

Our service is free for the period of enablement. It is available to anyone over 18 who is living with:

  • learning disabilities
  • autism
  • mental health problems
  • physical disabilities
  • older people who have social care needs.

Enablement pathways

We provide 4 pathways of enablement:

  • Self-directed support which includes signposting to our help desk for information and advice on support services, charities, and local groups.
  • Community support for up to 8 weeks and reviewed at 4 weeks.
  • Intensive intervention support for up to 4 weeks and reviewed at 2 weeks.
  • Hospital Discharge Service covering 3 mental health hospitals, supporting 2 weeks in the hospital setting and 2 weeks in the community.

What is good about enablement

Enablement support helps you develop or regain the skills needed to manage daily tasks supporting you to live your best life. Meaningful activities can lead to improved fitness, better mental health, and a greater sense of purpose. Enablement aims to support you to feel safe at home and in your community.

To decide what support is best for you, we look at your:

  • needs
  • current situation
  • level of independence
  • risks
  • past support
  • available resources.

What we offer

  • Daily living support which includes:
    • shopping
    • meal preparation
    • cooking
    • household tasks
    • budgeting.
  • Employment support which involves providing assistance to access employment and voluntary work.
  • Social engagement which involves reconnecting you with social activities and community events.
  • Travel training and community safety which involves support to access public transport and wider community, promoting independence and social inclusion.
  • Technology which involves:
    • exploring a range of devices to enhance quality of life and peace of mind whilst promoting independence and ensuring timely assistance is available when needed.
    • providing digital skills, visual aids and apps to support your enablement outcomes.
  • Confidence building which encourages independence and self-reliance.

How it works

We start with a lifestyle questionnaire to understand your needs and goals. We develop an enablement plan with your objectives. Our trained staff will work with you to achieve your goals. We regularly review your progress and adjust the plan as needed.

Contact us

Referrals to our service are made through Adult Social Care (ASCH). Or, talk to us to find out more: