Children's Services Prospectus 20232024 - Flipbook - Page 20
Children's Home FAQs
Can my child attend if they do not have a diagnosis of epilepsy?
Yes. We care for and educate children with a range of complex health, learning and
neurological needs not limited to epilepsy. As a multi-disciplinary team, we assess every
referral for a child into our care on an individual basis and make a decision as to whether
we are able to meet their needs and support them to achieve positive outcomes. This is all
covered as part of our robust admissions process.
If my child has a 52-week place, can they still come home for visits and holidays?
Absolutely, as long as there are no court orders in place prohibiting or limiting visits to the
family home. Parents are asked to arrange home visits directly with the children9s home
manager giving as much advance notice as is possible so that appropriate preparation can
be made.
Can parents/families stay the night?
Unfortunately parents and families cannot stay the night within our children9s homes. Our
bungalows are shared residential spaces for up to six children and as such, it is not
appropriate for parents to remain overnight and there are no delegated spaces for this.
Where overnight stays are being considered, parents can be supported to find appropriate
accommodation nearby.
Who can I call to have an update on my child?
The manager of the home where your child resides would be the best person to contact for
an update on your child. You may also wish to contact your child9s named key worker who
will provide you with weekly reports on your child9s progress and activity. However, if the
update you are seeking is specific to a certain department, you can contact the named
link/duty nurse, therapist or behaviour support practitioner directly by phone or email.
Who is keeping my child safe out of hours?
Our children9s home and nursing services are staffed 24 hours per day, 365 days per year.
This means that outside of working hours there are always trained and competent staff
caring for your child on site.
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