College & Supported Living Prospectus 20232024 - Flipbook - Page 20
Accessing the community
We promote accessing the community at every opportunity. This
increases confidence in social situations, and gives young people
the chance to gain new skills and a deeper understanding of living
independently as a young adult using community resources.
We promote new friendships within the
community, supporting Herts 8Connected
Lives Model9 - promoting independence and
citizenship.
Community Services
Healthcare services - we will support
individuals to make and attend
appointments, manage their anxieties and
celebrate their achievements.
Leisure activities - we will support
individuals to explore their interests and
attend a range of activities including
football matches, night clubs, gyms,
cinemas, zoos and bowling, to name a
few.
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Groceries - we will support individuals to
create shopping lists, advise on healthy
choices and assist them with spending
their money sensibly and with choice.
Hertfordshire County Council - Connected Lives Model
Other services - we will support
individuals to gain skills and experience in
making appointments and arrangements
to access services such as hairdressers or
barbers, visits to the bank or post office,
restaurants and shops, to name a few.