JUVENILE LIFEGATE
We provide suitable semi – independent accommodation and support for young people aged 16 and over in Care of Local Authorities. We are focused on achieving the following:
- Reputable Clinical assessment and successful sessions of one to one therapy and other psychological therapies in our local community-based settings as well as in residence.
- Supporting improvements in referral pathways and assessment processes for Mental Health Services, Children Services and Education, particularly for those aged 16 and over and in the Care of the Local Authority.
- Encouraging improved information sharing with other professionals.
- Encouraging more joint commissioning between Mental Health services.
KEYWORKERS
Our highly experienced Keyworkers provide positive role models and help our residents to develop practical skills they need to look after themselves when they move on to live on their own.
We provide 24hours support to our young people including waking nights. The type of accommodation we offer varies depending on the young person’s need. However, no matter which one of our supported housing services they live in, staff will always support our young people to work towards their goals and build their confidence for the future.
SUPPORT PACKAGES
Our support packages include help with accommodation, housing applications, managing their own finances, preparing meals, resilience building as well as supporting them to find employment, training, and further education.
We act as an advocate providing guidance and signposting them to relevant networks/agencies. We also provide in house training/workshops on Raising aspirations, increasing their self-confidence via groupwork as well as equipping them to build their resilience and recognising triggers.