details of the Services that Offer

The Support We Offer:

Shared Accommodation and Group Living: Safe and well-furnished spaces, shared with peers to promote social skills and communal living experience.

Individual Support Plans: Customized support plans to help each children and/ young person develop their independent living skills based on personal needs.

Emergency Placements and Floating Support: Temporary and emergency accommodation for immediate needs and ongoing floating support for those transitioning out of their accommodation.

Services We Provide:

Personal Development: Life skills workshops, one-on-one counselling, and goal-setting meetings designed to foster independence.

Educational and Vocational Support: Assistance with enrolment, attendance, and academic progress through close partnerships with local schools and vocational programs.

Health and Well-being Services: Access to mental and physical health resources, including therapy and CAMHS (Children and Adolescent Mental Health Services), as needed.

Who We Support:

Kindred Haven supports young people aged 16-25 from various backgrounds, including those who may be dealing with complex needs such as:

• Behavioural or emotional difficulties
• Mental health challenges
• Past trauma or substance misuse
• Learning disabilities or special educational needs
• Refugee and unaccompanied asylum-seeking backgrounds We respect each individual’s unique background and provide culturally sensitive support.

Facilities and Accommodation:

Private, lockable bedrooms for each resident, designed to provide privacy and security.

Fully equipped communal areas, including lounges, kitchens, and outdoor spaces, to encourage social interaction and recreational activities.

Dedicated spaces for study and personal development, including internet access for educational purposes.

Children’s Rights, Service Delivery, Support, and Planning

Upholding the rights of young people, Kindred Haven emphasizes transparency, participation, and respect for each individual’s autonomy. 

We follow the Equality Act 2010 and ensure each child and young person’s cultural heritage is respected. 

Individual support plans are collaboratively created and regularly reviewed to ensure that all aspects of a child and young person’s well-being and rights are safeguarded. 

Entitlements of Young People in Our Service:

Education and Career Support: Ensuring access to school, vocational training, or employment support. 

Safety and Well-being: Providing a secure environment where their health, safety, and welfare are prioritized. 

Advocacy and Legal Support: Access to independent advocates and understanding of their legal rights, particularly for those leaving care. 

Achieving Positive Outcomes:

Setting individual goals for education, career, and personal growth, which are monitored and assessed through regular reviews.

Collaborating with local authorities, healthcare providers, and educational institutions to track progress and provide comprehensive care.

Promoting Independence, Including Education, Training, Employment:

Life Skills Training: Programs for budgeting, cooking, health, hygiene, and other essential skills for independent living.

Career and Education Planning: Support for applying to educational programs or employment, helping residents build a viable path for their future.

Protecting Children and Supporting Mental Well-being:

Implementing rigorous safeguarding policies, including training for staff on handling disclosures and understanding signs of trauma or mental health challenges.

Collaborating with local mental health services to provide therapeutic support as required.

Anti-discriminatory Practices and Individual Cultural Needs:

Kindred Haven is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where each child and young person’s cultural, linguistic, and religious backgrounds are respected.

Staff receive continuous training on anti-discriminatory practices to ensure Kindred Haven remains a welcoming and supportive space for all.

Supporting Individual Needs:

Through one-on-one sessions with key workers, children and young people receive personalized support based on specific challenges and goals.

Regularly updated care plans that adapt to the changing needs of each child and young person.

Complain and Access Policy:

Kindred Haven provides a clear and accessible complaints policy to ensure all children and young people know how to voice concerns.

Information on independent advocacy and contact details for external agencies such as Ofsted is provided to help children and young people access support outside of Kindred Haven.