Kernow
Supported Living Cornwall
Hillcrest Supported Living and Domiciliary Care Service is a pioneering service aimed at supporting residents of Cornwall with a learning disability in their own home.
Service Manager: Sarah Reed
Tel: 01872 278807 Fax: 01872 278805
Email: sarah.reed@hillcrestcare.co.uk
Hillcrest Kernow Supported Living
Hillcrest supported living service is provided to a person according to their assessed need. The service is designed to be as flexible as possible, offering everything from two hours per week to assist with budgeting for example, or up to 24-hour support, 7 days a week.
The service is primarily aimed at people aged 18 to 65 with learning disabilities. Should clients be living in their own homes when referred, the service will continue to enhance their inclusion within their community. If people require accommodation, support will be given in identifying properties in accordance with their needs and wishes of their family. Support is available in accessing all relevant benefits and other services. Support is available in accessing all relevant benefits and services available to the person.
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 person's individual value.
We are committed to:
- actively promoting each person's participation in a normal lifestyle
- supporting people to access community facilities
- having positive expectations by stressing each person's achievements and strengths without losing sight of their disability and individual needs
At Hillcrest we aim to exceed any minimum standards laid down by legislation and will work to commonly accepted standards of good practice adhering to O'Brien's Five Accomplishments by person centred planning approaches to support planning, evaluation and review of individual needs, wishes and aspirations.
Ours Services
Hillcrest Supported Living Service is a needs based service with an excellent reputation for being flexible, innovative and pro-active. In response to client needs we can:
- Provided help, support and advice in accessing accommodation
- Facilitate clients moving on within the service (from residential care to supported living or from one flat to another)
Clients supported by our service are encouraged and empowered to take an active part in their community and access mainstream leisure pursuits and interests. Individual support plans can include access to day centres, colleges or adult education classes or supported employment should the person wish to participate as part of their person centred plan.
We recognise people as individuals and we will work with them to realise their individuality and take as much control of their own lives, environment and support as possible.
Care fees
The service has no standard package, any care fees will be individually costed to meet the assessed needs of the person. 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.
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