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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 multidisciplinary 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 children’s 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 children’s
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
child’s named key worker who will provide you with weekly reports on your
child’s 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 children’s 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 staff caring for your child.
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