Type of service: Residential services

Website: http://www.choicecaregroup.com

Sennen Lodge is a 8 bedded home for adults with autism spectrum disorder and offers availability to our in-house psychology and psychiatry services. There are four bedrooms on the ground floor and four on the first floor with a lift and stairs between floors. All eight single rooms all have en-suite facilities. There is a large lounge/dining area, a quiet lounge, day activity facilities including fully equipped sensory and IT rooms and a safe and secure garden. We offer a service tailored to the complex needs of the individual enabling the resident to integrate safely within the local community therefore achieving full citizenship. A supportive and safe environment encourages development of the individual promoting self determination and empowering the individual to take responsibility for their lives/ behaviours. We support the resident to meet individual goals and aspirations with dignity upholding the rights of the individual. All service users are encouraged to take an active part in the running of the home, formulation of their specific care plans and risk assessments. Residents are supported to achieve greater levels of independence, with staff working closely with the resident to encourage them to develop and practice key skills. Residents access local services for their educational / recreational needs.

Aimed at: Adolescent , Adult

Gender: Men/boys only

Specialisms: Has autism-specific elements

Other specialisms: Challenging behaviour, Learning disability