Harrogate Skills 4 Living is a registered charity that provides care, support and accommodation to people in the Harrogate District with learning disabilities and autism.

We strongly believe in equality and diversity and our vision is to “reduce inequalities and support people with learning difficulties and autism to overcome the barriers they face to leading fulfilled lives”.


Harrogate Chocolate Factory

Harrogate Chocolate Factory is our social enterprise where we’re doing a small bit towards creating a fairer and more equal world.

Inclusion is vitally important to us. We encourage active participation and engagement within the local community.

We’re on a mission to provide the best person-centered care and support services we possibly can: support and services that are designed for you and by you wherever possible.


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Transition Guide

Supporting Young People Through the Transition Years: Our New HS4L Resource Hub We are excited to share that Harrogate Skills for Living (HS4L) has successfully secured funding to support young people with learning disabilities and/or autism as they navigate the important transition years (ages 15–25). This project is designed for all young people in the […]

November creativity & adventures!

November has been a wonderfully busy month for our learners here at Harrogate Skills for Living! As the days grow colder and the evenings draw in, our groups have been filling their time with colourful crafts, homemade cooking, and plenty of fresh-air adventures. To celebrate the sparkle of Bonfire Night, learners got creative with a […]

Autumn fun at Skills!

Learners at the Harrogate Skills For Living day centre have kicked the autumn term off with a bang! We started with a brand new timetable in September filled with lots of new groups but also returning favourites including arts & crafts, cooking and the out and about group. The out and about group have enjoyed […]

2025 Care Provider Olympics!

In August our Briardene and Brackenley residents took part in this years Care Provider Olympics established by North Yorkshire Council. Access to regular physical activity for individuals living in care settings is clinically proven be important in maximising physical and mental health and wellbeing, supporting independence and promoting dignity. Deconditioning was identified as a key […]
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