Some of our residents join us at an early age, others join us in their early teens as their condition becomes increasingly difficult to manage at home.

Those staying with us permanently can decorate their own rooms, just as they can at home, and we encourage our young people, wherever possible, to be part of the running of their home and to try out new experiences and are given specialist guidance and support throughout their time with us.

Our children’s complex care services offer a short break option, also called ‘respite care’. The short break option is popular with families, who from time-to-time, need a break from their caring responsibilities. A short break at either of our children’s homes also offers the opportunity for young people to make friends, encounter new experiences and allows us the chance to assess and offer some practical suggestions for their ongoing care at home.

Families often use our ‘short break’ option early on in their children’s lives and, on a regular basis, with the view that, should the need arise for residential children’s care at any point in the future, their child is already familiar with our team and the environment.