Grove House

Grove House is part of Response’s North Oxford provision, offering a supportive and structured setting in one of the city’s most vibrant residential areas.

Grove House creates a safe and supportive environment for people to focus on their recovery, whilst still benefitting from being situated in a highly sought-after location in North Oxford. The service is perfectly located to take advantage of all that the local shops and amenities of this affluent community have to offer. Residents are supported to engage in meaningful recovery planning while developing the life skills needed for greater independence.

Aim of service:

Grove House offers a safe, recovery-focused environment where individuals can continue their mental health journey while living in the heart of a well-connected, welcoming neighbourhood. The service is designed to help people regain stability and confidence through structured daily support, social connection, and practical skill-building, all within a home-like setting that promotes wellbeing and independence.

Staffing:

Grove House has staff on shift throughout the waking hours to manage the service and help with all aspects of recovery from serious mental illness. Staff sleep in at the service overnight and can be reached if needed. Support includes assistance with medication management, daily routines, and recovery programming. A strong emphasis is placed on creating a community atmosphere through mixed cooking groups and structured group activities.

Capacity & Description:

Grove House has beds for 11 individuals and is a large house of multiple occupancy (HMO). The service features shared facilities, a large communal kitchen, and a common room where people can eat together and connect socially. Dedicated activity rooms and a large garden provide opportunities for structured programming, relaxation, and group engagement. The environment supports residents in building independence while remaining connected to a vibrant local community.

Referrals Process:

Please see our referrals process to apply for this service.