Type of service: Service providers

Options is a provider of specialist care, education and therapy for children, young people and adults with autism, Asperger syndrome, learning disabilities, complex needs, and behavioural, emotional and social difficulties (BESD). Offering a journey of care “Pathway” for each of our key divisions, autism, BESD and complex needs, that promotes choice and control, and enables people to achieve their individual potential for independence. Providing pro-active and planned progression through unique The National Autistic Society (NAS) accredited and Ofsted rated children and adult autism services, including 3 Specialist Schools, 3 Transitions Services (AALPS) plus a range of Community Support and Adult Residential Services. Our BESD services include 2 Colleges, 16 Residential Children's Homes and our specialist Fostering agency residential. Providing education, care and clincial services for looked after children and young people. Flexible placements are available across all services including up to 52-week residential, day, outreach and short breaks, all with person-centred programmes enabling people to achieve their individual dreams and aspirations. Options is committed to providing consistency and continuity at every stage in a person's life and to minimise the anxiety and stress that many experience during periods of change, by supporting people to make choices about their lives and giving them control over their futures.

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Aimed at: Adolescent , Adult , Child , Young person

Specialisms: Has autism-specific elements

Other specialisms: Challenging behaviour, Complex needs, Learning disability