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The study assessed the individual quality of life of people with schizophrenia who live in the supported group homes. Forty residents in seven group homes were interviewed using The Schedule for the Evaluation of Individual Quality of Life: A Direct Weighting Procedure Instrument (SEIQoL-DW). The SEIQoL-DW assesses the individualised QoL using semi-structured interview technique. ⋯ The individual nature of QoL was reflected in differences in QoL-areas defined, differences in levels of satisfaction, and differences in the relative importance of each LQ-area to individuals. The measures were generally acceptable, with all respondents showing great interest and being able of completing the SEIQoL-DW. This study showed also that instruments such as the SEIQoL-DW might have a therapeutic application for people with psychiatric disorders.