Circle of Support

Philosophy

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"I was very impressed with the set up, manner and ethos of your organisation - You have a good grasp of the important aspects of managing and supporting people with Autism and challenging behaviour. I shall certainly consider using you as a provider in the future."
Social Worker, 2008 Enquiry, Assessment and Transition questionnaire feedback.

Underpinning Homes Caring for Autism's philosophy is our commitment to and adoption of the following principles:

Choice

The experience of growing autonomy or self-determination, in not only small everyday matters, but also in major decisions that people make, such as, where they live or with whom they live. Personal choice and autonomy defines and expresses the way people live.

Respect

The experience of having a valued place among a network of people and valued roles in community life. It is concerned with challenging the limited negative stereotypes which are built up around people with autism.

Community Participation

The experience of being part of a growing network of personal relationships.

Community Presence

The experience of sharing the ordinary places that define community life. Living in non-segregated settings and participating in a variety of valued activities including leisure and work.

Competence

The experience of a person gaining more skills and ability to perform functional and meaningful activities with whatever assistance is required, underpinned by a belief in Person Centred Planning and a right to Choice.

Promoting Independence

Every individual in our care has their right to independence promoted. We seek to enable them to develop and grow.

For as long as it is their choice to do so, we will promote their right to a home for life. Should they wish to move on , to a different setting within Homes Caring for Autism or one outside of our Company, we will support that also.

Communication

We are also committed to enhancing two-way communication with key stakeholders of Homes Caring for Autism including employees, directors, professionals, service users and their family members. This commitment involves initiatives such as:

  • "Meet the Directors"

  • Family Forum

  • Newsletter

  • Training calendar and regular bulletins (for staff and managers)

Everything that we do is motivated by our aim to achieve the highest standard of care possible for our service users and their families, and we continually strive to improve the service we offer.

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