Abbey House

Learning disabilities and/or complex needs

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Located on the outskirts of Doncaster, Abbey House is a nurturing small children’s home with accommodation for two young individuals, dedicated to providing residential care for children with learning disabilities, autism, or complex needs, striving to replicate the warmth and structure of family life.

Our foremost aim is to nurture the well-being, growth, and personal fulfilment of each young individual under our care, maintaining unwavering standards of excellence in our support and attention. Our greatest asset lies in our well-trained, compassionate staff, guided by seasoned managers, all driven by an unwavering commitment to delivering service of exceptional quality.

We firmly believe that every young person has a right to gain positive experiences and opportunities from our service. We have created an environment that is safe, caring and homely, where young people can enjoy activities, are encouraged to make choices, pursue their wishes and thrive.

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Facilities and services provided

Small resident group
Bedrooms- with access to internet and TV
Living facilities for high needs/close supervision
Safe, supportive, caring and nurturing environment
Conducive to personal development; where they may develop rich and valued relationships
To ensure that all members of staff are committed to communicating effectively with young people at all times, satisfactorily responding to each person’s needs.
To provide a range of appropriate activities within a structured programme that enables our young people to evolve and develop at a pace conducive to their needs and abilities, where they can develop the skills they need for a positive life.
A behavioural support plan that will help our young people to overcome any blocks in learning and social skill development
To liaise and co-operate closely with multi agency teams to ensure that young people receive the full range of services to which they are entitled.
Additional waking night staff if required
Additional staffing if required
Highly trained and motivated staff
Comprehensive record keeping

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The aims of the home

At Abbey House we aim to deliver specifically designed, child-centred, professional care and support services that clearly address the needs of each individual young person. We specialise in caring for young people with moderate to severe learning disabilities and additional complex needs. These needs may include Autistic Spectrum disorders, complex communication difficulties and problems with social integration.

Abbey House is staffed 24 hours a day, which is integral to an ordinary community and the care and support given will encompass all physical, psychological, emotional, spiritual and social needs of our young people.

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Send your referral forms to: placements@first4care.org.uk or call 07984311585

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Children’s Support Worker

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Success Stories

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A young person who initially refused to wear their prescription glasses now wears them daily.

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A young person who previously only slept in a safe space tent now enjoys nightly rest in a comfortable bed.

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Young people who were disengaged from school going on to attend mainstream school.

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A young person has successfully transitioned into independent living and completed an apprenticeship

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Young people have successfully transitioned to an adult home with our sister company together alongside their dedicated support staff members

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