Supported Accomodation

When placing a young person within one of our residences, we will concentrate on the following basic tasks in order to aid, build and maintain their independent living skills.

Childern in Care (CIC)

Children in Care (CIC) are children and young people who are under the age of 18 and have been placed under the care of their local authority. This could be due to a variety of reasons, including neglect or abuse from their birth families, or if their parents are unable to provide proper care and support for them. Children in care may live in foster care, residential homes, or with friends or family members who have been approved as kinship carers by the local authority. The government has a legal responsibility to provide suitable accommodation, care, and support for looked after children.

LGBTQ+ young people (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender or those who are questioning their sexuality or gender identity) can get support from Oyster Supported.
What they do
The service provides youth groups where LGBTQ+ young people can socialise and join in activities with others.

Young people with challenging behaviours

Young people with challenging behaviours are those who exhibit persistent patterns of behaviour that significantly disrupt their own learning or the learning of others, pose risks to their own or others’ physical or emotional well-being, or result in persistent exclusion or disengagement from school or other activities. ​ These challenging behaviours may include aggression, noncompliance, hyperactivity, impulsivity, self-injury, defiance, withdrawal, and other disruptive behaviours that interfere with the child’s ability to function in social, academic, or other settings. Children with challenging behaviours may have underlying conditions such as attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), autism spectrum disorder (ASD), oppositional defiant disorder (ODD), conduct disorder, anxiety, depression, or trauma.

Children and young people vulnerable to Child Sexual Explotation.

Children and young people who are vulnerable to child sexual exploitation (CSE) are those who are at risk of being sexually exploited by others, often for the purposes of financial gain, power, or control. CSE is a form of child abuse that can occur both online and offline, and may involve grooming, coercion, and violence. Children and young people who are vulnerable to CSE may include those who have experienced:
  • Sexual abuse or exploitation in the past
  • Family problems, such as domestic violence or parental substance misuse
  • Mental health or emotional difficulties
  • Learning difficulties or disabilities
  • Homelessness or insecure housing
  • Involvement in gangs or criminal activity
  • Social isolation or low self-esteem
It is recognised that early identification and intervention for children and young people who may be vulnerable to CSE and have implemented a range of measures to prevent and respond to this form of abuse. These measures include education and awareness-raising campaigns, training for professionals who work with children and young people, and specialist services to support those who have been affected by CSE. The government has also introduced legislation to strengthen the response to CSE, including the Sexual Offences Act 2003, which criminalises the grooming of children for sexual purposes, and the Modern Slavery Act 2015, which includes provisions to address trafficking and exploitation.

Children and young people with offending behaviour

Young people with offending behaviours are those who have engaged in behaviours that is illegal, harmful, or poses a risk to themselves or others. These behaviours may range from minor offenses such as theft or vandalism, to more serious offenses such as assault, drug offenses, or violent crimes. Offending behaviours in young people may be the result of a range of underlying factors, such as family problems, mental health issues, substance misuse, poverty, or a lack of education or employment opportunities. Therefore, the is a recognised need to implemented a range of interventions to support young people with offending behaviours, including early intervention and prevention programs, restorative justice programs, community-based support services, and custodial sentences for more serious offenses. Young people with offending behaviours may have additional needs, such as mental health support, substance misuse treatment, or education and employment support. Therefore, it is important that these needs are identified and addressed to reduce the risk of reoffending and support the young person to make positive choices and contribute positively to society.

Unaccompanied minors

Unaccompanied asylum-seeking children (UASC) are individuals under the age of 18 who are seeking asylum in the UK and have arrived in the country without a parent or legal guardian to provide care and protection. These children are often fleeing conflict, persecution, or other forms of violence in their home countries and may have experienced trauma or hardship as a result. UASC may arrive in the UK in a variety of ways, including by crossing borders without authorisation, stowing away on vehicles, or using false documentation. When they arrive in the UK, they are entitled to the same rights and protections as other asylum seekers, including the right to claim asylum, the right to legal representation, and the right to an assessment of their needs. The UK goverment has the legal duty to provide UASC with appropriate care and support, including accommodation, education, healthcare, and access to legal advice and representation. UASC are often vulnerable and may require additional support to address their specific needs, such as language support, mental health services, or specialist support for survivors of trafficking or exploitation. The UK government works with local authorities, charities, and other partners to provide support to UASC and ensure that their rights are upheld.

The Outreach Service

The Outreach support service is for all parents/carers including expectant young parents, mothers/fathers who have had children in care or a child with mental health, SEN or any disability. The service was established in 2024 and tailors support to the needs of the community with a team of family, parent and children coaches and mentors We offer one to one/group tailored session to all families and children.

Some parents may have had adverse childhood experiences themselves in early childhood, spent some time in care with little experience of good parenting themselves, unaware of how to deal with a child who has special educational needs or a disability or recently arrived in the UK and use their own cultural practices This could mean that they don’t have positive role models on which to base their own parenting. This can make them unsure of what decisions to make or where to go for support: which we can provide.

We are proud of the way we work with families and children. Everyone is different and learns differently. We create a safe space and non-judgemental support. We follow a programme or be a mix of socialising, informal learning, user-led learning based on our assessments and planning. Support can last from 4 weeks up to a year. We work in family’s home, cafes, children’s centres, community and outdoor recreational activities wherever young people feel comfortable pending on their level of needs.

Our specialism is that we understand the culture and language barriers of the communities we work with, in accessing services.

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In keeping with our systemic practice ethos, our team will strongly emphasise, where approved to maintain family ties and key relationships.
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