ABOUT US
As an established provider we adopt the person-centered approach for service users, their families and friends and for our staff. We work towards building an open and productive relationship with commissioners, local authority care managers, social workers and the community.
OUTREACH SUPPORT
OUR ACCOMMODATION
We aim to provide supported living accommodation including support, for adults over the age of 18 with mild-moderate mental health, learning difficulties and associated needs who may need a “platform” to reach their personal goal of independent living.
Our support is focused on delivering the best outcomes for our service users with person-centered support. Service users will be treated with respect and dignity and our support is individually tailored to retain and maximise their choice and control and to reflect what is important to them.
To deliver this personalised service we “listen”.
We all have dreams, ambitions and goals and at Platform we believe that the individuals who choose to use our services are entitled to the same rights, responsibilities and opportunities as anyone else; are entitled to be listened to, guided and supported in achieving their dreams and goals, thus enabling them to live independent lives in the community. We emphasise the importance of ensuring that all who use our services are treated equally.
The development of Platform Care Services Ltd is based on our belief that if appropriate packages of support are available to people who would otherwise be unable to live within a family environment then they will be able to do so with us.
The support workers are part of the team that supports and sustains placements by identifying and meeting the needs of individuals. Through partnership with others, support workers provide focused, practical input to help sustain placement stability and deliver good outcomes in the key areas of safety, health, enjoyment and achievement, making a positive contribution and achieving economic well – being.
Our home in Earley, Reading, provides supported living accommodation for over 18’s and for up to 6 tenants.
As an established provider we adopt the person-centered approach for service users, their families and friends and for our staff. We work towards building an open and productive relationship with commissioners, local authority care managers, social workers and the community.
We work with service users to identify their individual needs and work towards these needs being met. We are committed to ensuring that our service users are able to access opportunities in the local community, utilising local support networks and local authorities.
Placement types include;
- Long Term Placements – a placement that is planned (prior to placement commencement or subsequently) to continue to be available for at least two years.
- Short Term Placements – a planned placement that is made for any purpose, which is not intended to provide a long-term placement but to provide support and accommodation until an individual is ready to move on.
- Short Term Breaks – (subject to availability) are available for those people who require regular short breaks. These will be planned and be with an identified, specifically matched and appropriately trained support worker.
Platform Care Services also offers support within the community or within an individual’s home should they not require accommodation.
Support can be provided for any ages or needs following a thorough assessment of the needs and support required.
Types of support may include;
- Support with life skills or around the home with cleaning and cooking
- Support to find employment or education
- Support out in the community; attending appointments or activities Support to complete day to day tasks like shopping
- The property is located in Earley, very close to the Reading University and has great access links with public transport and local amenities.
- This property is fully equipped for multiple occupancy and is beautifully decorated with refurbished carpets and paint work and new furniture throughout.
- Each service user would have their own private bedroom with a set of keys to access and secure their bedroom as well as the front door.
- We have 6 bedrooms, each fully furnished with a double bed, bed linen, wardrobe and set of drawers.
- Our fully fitted kitchen includes 2 ovens and hobs, and also has room for a dining table and chairs, next to the kitchen there is a utility area with 2 fridge freezers, washing machine and tumble dryer.
- There are 3 bathrooms, 2 include a separate shower cubicle and a downstairs WC.
- The lounge comprises of two sofas and a TV unit with cable TV and Wi-Fi.
- The property also has a large garden area.
- The staff room comprises of an office area and sleeping facilities for our sleep-in staff.
- For any more information, or to arrange a referral for assessment, please contact Paul Moody our Service Manager.
