Objective: To evaluate the quality of life, social support, daily living skills, and level of restrictions, as well as the correlations among these variables in individuals with severe mental disorders residing in protected homes in Peru. Method: A cross-sectional descriptive-correlational study was conducted in 48 protected homes across 21 regions, with a population of 183 residents. A questionnaire was used that included sociodemographic data and four scales: Social support (MOS), Basic everyday living skills (BELS), Mezzich's Quality of Life Index, and the Restrictive Practices Scale. Data were analyzed using Spearman's correlation coefficient and the Mann-Whitney U test. Results: Participants showed significant associations between quality of life, social support (r = 0.29, p < 0.01) and daily living skills, particularly social activities (r = 0.46, p < 0.01) and self-care (r =...