We provide residential and supported living services for adults with learning disabilities, autism and mental health needs, creating safe, supportive environments where people can thrive
Changing Lives Building Dreams (CLBD) is a specialist health and social care provider based in Kent. We believe everyone we support should have a fun, happy, meaningful and flourishing life. Every day is a fresh opportunity to write a new chapter.
CLBD was created from dissatisfaction with “the system” and a sense that there was not enough appropriate provision for people moving out of hospital into community settings. We set out to do things differently.
Our mission, vision and values shape the way we work, the support we provide and the future we want to create. They reflect what matters most to us as an organisation, guiding our decisions, our culture and the way we support people every day
At CLBD, we believe everyone deserves support that helps them feel safe, understood and able to thrive. That’s why our approach is built around the whole person, bringing together our values, knowledge and everyday practice to provide consistent, thoughtful and individualised support. By working reflectively and always striving to improve, we help create meaningful lives full of opportunity, growth and possibility.
CLBD places focus, perhaps above anything else, on a person’s physical and mental wellbeing. This focus is not just on individuals receiving services, but staff also. We are all in this together!
Wellbeing is now widely accepted and acknowledged to be significant for a person to enjoy and have a flourishing life. Wellbeing is relevant to all human beings.
As part of the multi-component approach CLBD adopts the PERMA-H Wellbeing Model:
That good feeling factor. That ‘life is good’ feeling.
What someone likes to do. Especially activities that enable the person to be absorbed and lose track of time (Flow).
What relationships are important for the person.
What provides purpose and meaning to an individual’s life.
What does the person want to achieve and work towards
Activity/exercise, healthy eating, sleep and primary physical health
In November 2025, the ownership of CLBD was transferred to an Employee Ownership Trust (EOT). This means the company is now owned collectively through a trust, rather than by private shareholders. The trust holds CLBD “in safe hands” and ensures that employees are the long-term beneficiaries of the organisation’s success.
We believe great support starts with well-supported staff. Through training, development and the shared culture of our Employee Ownership Trust, we invest in our workforce so people feel confident, valued and able to grow with CLBD. By supporting learning, reflection and progression, we aim to build a strong, skilled and committed workforce that feels connected to our values and motivated to make a lasting difference.
For a full list of our current vacancies please visit our Indeed page.
