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Traditionally short breaks were referred to as respite. However, the term has changed recently and the term “short breaks” is more widely used. A short break is used for any activity or support that offers disabled children and or children with complex health needs an opportunity to have fun, try new activities, socialise, make friends and promote independence. The short break supports the child in a safe environment and as a result parents / carers and the child’s family get a break from their caring responsibilities. Short Breaks come in a variety of formats and can last from tea visits, a day or two or a couple of weeks.
What do Stourbridge House Offer
Stourbridge House is a service built around the families we support, giving families a break from day to day care. We can offer residential short breaks, overnight stays and emergency support. It forms part of our “Local Offer” in the Black country, which is a seamless range of services that families can access to meet the needs of their child and family. We are experienced in creating flexible packages of care that are responsive to the young people and their family’s needs, whether that be on a planned regular break or at times of crisis.
Stourbridge House staff are adaptable and engaging in their work, supporting children with all types of needs, from moderate disabilities, ASD and associated challenges, through to profound and multiple learning difficulties and complex health care needs.
We work with the young people and children that we support to provide a varied and exciting range of activities to engage and challenge depending on interests and goals. These range from accessing events in the local community to trips to the seaside and theme parks. As well as creating positive experiences for the young people who attend Stourbirdge House, we are experienced in working as part of a team to support the children and young people in our care to move towards independence, grow in confidence and manage their emotions in a safe way.
The short break service allows you to rest and re-charge whilst ensuring your child has a truly enriching experience.
Stourbridge House location features:
- Location supports education
- Carefully planned packages of support
- Access to social and community run activities
- 6 Short Break spaces, overnight stays and emergency support
- Dedicated transport
Needs that Stourbridge House- children's can meet
What do Stourbridge House – Young Adults Offer
Stourbridge House sits within Progress’ range of preventative services. The service is focused on supporting families to build resilience and take a break from day-to-day caring responsibilities, while enabling young people to enjoy a break away from the family home.
The service has been purpose built to provide specialist accommodation for young adults with a range of disabilities and additional needs as above. Young adults accommodated at the home may also present with sensory impairment, physical disabilities, sexualised behaviours or complex health care needs.
As we offer care for adults with a diverse range of needs, we undergo a careful matching process. This means that when people stay, they are with other people with similar needs and abilities. This keeps everyone safe and maximises the opportunities to build friendships and relationships.
We aim to support people in all aspects of their care; working towards agreed targets, which focus people’s personal development on areas which present barriers.
A lot of emphasis is put on gaining independence and enjoying life to the maximum, with activities planned around their individual needs. As part of our commitment to providing high-quality services, we are continually striving to help young people achieve their goals and enjoy their lives.
Stourbridge House delivers short breaks, transitions from children’s services, outreach to home and community, emergency respite from family homes, preparation/training for independence, assessment beds, intermediate care to step-down from hospital.
All bedrooms are suitable for wheelchair users, with two rooms fitted with integrated ceiling track hoists. The service is equipped with the latest technology, enabling remote monitoring of young people. This reduces the need to conduct physical checks; giving the individuals a better night sleep and enabling more accurate monitoring of medical conditions.
Needs that Stourbridge House- young adults can meet
How can I find out more?
We can advise on:
- The range of services available.
- Criteria for accessing the services.
- How our service is designed to meet the needs of families with children with disabilities in the area.
For further information call on 01902 561066 or contact us via email info@progresscare.co.uk
How can I find out more?
If your considering using our short break home contact us, we will arrange a visit to show you around our home and discuss both you and your child’s needs. We will arrange for an assessment to be undertaken, this is where information is gathered about your child and family so the correct decisions can be made on the level of assistance required.