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WLSSS is a supported living and outreach service that is primarily aimed at individuals affected by Autistic Spectrum Conditions, Learning Difficulties, Acquired Brain Injuries and Physical Support Needs.
WHAT WE CAN
OFFER? In response to people’s needs we can: • Provide practical help, support and advice in accessing accommodation • Facilitate the needs of people ‘moving on’ within the service (from residential care to supported living or between properties) People who are supported by WLSSS are encouraged and empowered to take an active part in their community and to access mainstream leisure pursuits and interests. Individual support plans can include access to day centres, colleges, education classes or supported employment should the person wish to participate as part of their person-centred plan. Alongside our Support Living Services, Autism Consultants operate a registered residential home and college for adults affected by an Autistic Spectrum Condition. We recognise people as individuals and we will work with them to realise their individuality and enable them to take as much control of their own lives, environment and support as possible. |
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VALUES AND
PRINCIPLES We aim to work with people, their families and professionals within a framework of anti-discriminatory practice and in such a way as to promote each persons individual value. We are committed to: • Actively promoting each persons participation in an ordinary lifestyle • Encouraging and supporting people to access community facilities • Having positive expectations by highlighting each persons achievements and strengths without losing sight of their individual needs At West London Specialist Support Services we aim to exceed any minimum standards set out by legislation whilst giving an efficient delivery of Service User focused support services. A service that is assessed, reviewed, monitored and measured regularly being agreed and formulated in conjunction with the Service User or their representative. |
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| Case study
about Karl as
told in his own
words “I moved to Hounslow in February 2009 after living a way for a few years I didn’t like where I was living before and I was excited about moving in to my new house but also a little nervous. My support workers helped me settle into my house and make it feel like home, they showed me how to set up direct debits to make sure my bills get paid. “I like to do things for myself but sometimes I wasn’t sure how. I hadn’t done things like hoovering and washingmy clothes for a long time and the support workers helped me to learn how to do these things again. And other things such as what buses to catch so I can go shopping or to the pub. I’m now learning how to cook so I can eat my dinner when I want. Where I lived before I used to have to have my dinner at the same time every day but now I can have it whenever I want. |
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| “I used to have support every day but now don’t. My support
workers helped me find work at a Charity shop that I go to on Thursday’s I really look forward to going to work and I normally
meet my friends for a cup of tea afterwards. “At the weekends I like to go to the cinema and go to different places Like the Museums and trips to Brighton if it’s sunny. “I think my support workers have helpedme to help myself and I am very proud of things I have done over the past year”. |
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CARE FEES The service does not have a standard package. Any care fees will be individually costed after an assessment of needs has taken place. Support available will include: • Staffing at an agreed ratio and for agreed periods • Sleep in cover where applicable • Waking night support where applicable • Qualified management and support • Training for staff • Maintaining accommodation where necessary on agreed tenancies • Assistance with accessing relevant benefits/services • Multi-agency liaison |
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| How to contact us: Gemma Lewis Manager Vine House Harlington Road Hillingdon Middlesex UB8 3HD Click for map Tel: 01895 619930 Fax: 01895 619931 gemma.lewis@wlsss.co.uk |
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