Mission statement

To assist communities to establish and maintain affordable, secure and supportive group housing for people in need.

Abbeyfield's Principles

• Abbeyfield houses provide appropriate affordable group housing for people in need seeking companionship and support in a community in which they generally have links.
• Houses are planned, designed and furnished to provide an environment which is homelike and provides privacy, physical and personal security.
• Houses are established and operated by community based societies, non-profit volunteer organizations, which are responsible for the day to day operation of each house and the well being of residents and staff.
• Residents participate in management and decision making.
• Residents are independent, control their own lives and are provided with the information and support needed to retain their independence and freedom.
• Residents, staff and volunteers acknowledge the necessity of maintaining an appropriate balance between individual and group rights and responsibilities.
• Residents are free to enjoy independently, relationships with family and friends and their own social, cultural, religious and leisure activities.
• Abbeyfield uses effective management practices in relation to its administration, communication and human resources.