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We are a team of experienced professionals looking to create change for those who need it most 

Jan Appleyard

Viewings coordinator

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Abigail Nol

Business administrator

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Mark Bowen

After 30 years in the City working for various global financial institutions, Mark left the corporate world in the summer of 2016, deciding that he wanted to work within the property development industry. Mark firmly believes that the Supported Living Gateway will help simplify and improve the way that supported living providers work with property owners. Mark is proud to be part of The Gateway team and knows that they will make a difference by helping create homes for those who need them most. 

Russ Crabtree

With over 30 years of experience in the construction industry, Russ has successfully delivered a range of residential and commercial schemes. He has a diverse property portfolio across several sectors including BTLs, serviced accommodation, social housing, and supported living. Over the last 6 years, Russ has worked closely with care providers, housing associations and local authorities to ensure quality, sustainable supported living accommodation that improves the lives of those who need it.  

 

Leah Bowen

After 20 years working in the financial services sector in the City, Leah has recently given up her City career to become a full-time property investor. Leah’s background in coordinating, organising and structuring projects has helped underpin the Supported Living Gateway business. She is excited to see how the team’s combined and diverse experience will enable The Gateway to help the supported living community.  

 

Rich Liddle

Richard founded The Gateway along with the Mark, Russ and Leah.  He is now a non-executive director of the company.  Richard is an advocate for Supported Living Gateway and hopes, with our help, the whole supported living sector will benefit from improved communications and smoother relations between providers and developers.  

Richard was a Military Officer, helicopter and jet pilot for 21 years, before becoming a successful property investor and developer.  He is a firm supporter of the eradication of homelessness within the ex-service and veterans’ community and has a passion for providing homes for people across a spectrum of needs. 

Jan Appleyard

Jan Appleyard

Jan started her career in property over 20 years ago as a client account manager. This role involved overseeing all aspects of client accounting in compliance with RICS regulations. She later moved into property management as operations manager for a large national letting agent.

She is an integral part of the Gateway team, getting property owners and care providers together. Jan helps from that initial call, right the way through to successful completion, helping both sides reach an amicable outcome.

Abigail Nol

Abigail Nol

Abby manages all the business administration behind the Gateway and has been with the team since the launch in 2020.  She holds a bachelor of science in office administration.

14th February 2025

Homes Not Hospitals: The Critical Need for Supported Living Accommodation

Every day across the UK, thousands of people remain in hospital settings not because they need medical care, but because they lack appropriate housing with support to meet their needs. This situation isn't just costly for our healthcare system—it's devastating for the individuals trapped in this cycle.

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8th February 2025

Supporting Children's Mental Health Through Quality Homes

When children cannot live with their families, the environment of their alternative home plays a crucial role in their mental health and emotional development. Quality children's homes that provide stable, nurturing environments can help minimise the trauma of family separation and support positive mental health outcomes.

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31st January 2025

Find Your Next Supported Living Property with the Gateway

Are you a care provider struggling to find suitable properties for your supported living services? At Supported Living Gateway, we've created the UK's first dedicated property portal connecting care providers with landlords who are specifically looking to lease their properties to the supported living sector.

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10th January 2025

Government Announces Social Care Commission

The UK government has announced a new independent commission to reform adult social care, led by Baroness Louise Casey. While this represents a significant step towards addressing the challenges in the sector, the commission's final recommendations won't be delivered until 2028, leaving a considerable gap in addressing immediate needs.

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