Service categories: Counselling and therapies

Service URL: https://www.autism.org.uk/

1 Lichfield Lane is a residential service catering for adults with an autism spectrum disorder (ASD). London Care Partnership aims to provide services to young people with learning disabilities, autism and challenging behaviour in their lives. We provide care and support for individuals with autism. Planned and structured, each day aims to bring a sense of security and routine to these young people who have trouble with social interaction, communication and imagination. We aim to help those with complex emotional, learning and health needs, including epilepsy, mental health conditions and different syndromes. Guided by the Care Programme Approach, we take time to assess each case, planning flexible support to each individual's specific needs. We carry out a risk assessment, setting goals and outcomes. We maintain and review progress, keeping all key stakeholders informed and up-to-date. We support individuals with learning difficulties who may be physically and verbally aggressive, and those with signs of self-injurious behaviour. Some who come to us have had a number of hospital admissions or placement breakdowns. By identifying early signs of challenging behaviour, we can adopt a proactive (rather than reactive) approach. We aim to succeed in helping young people begin to enjoy community living, develop new skills and discover independence..

Aimed at: Adult

Referral Sources: NHS and Private

Specialisms: Exclusively autism specific

Other specialisms: Challenging behaviour, Learning disability