All transitions from the home are carefully organised with a personalised plan developed for each child to ensure that their independent living needs are met.  This can allow for ongoing contact with the home and staff wherever possible and /or appropriate. The plan will ensure that all the needs are fully met to enable a smooth transition. These plans are flexible, and so, if advised by Ofsted, we may be able to accommodate an older child to facilitate his or her smooth transition to the next placement.

At ‘The Grange’, we offer evidence-based therapeutic support, within the home itself. Our in-house behavioural therapist works closely with key-workers who directly support each child every day. We understand that no two children are the same; they each have individual needs. Our dedication to their individuality is reflected in our person-centred approach, providing support completely bespoke to the unique needs of each child in our care.

The purpose of our therapeutic approach is to empower our children to overcome their limitations and develop useful skills for their future, enabling them to take control of their lives in a meaningful and functional way. We help individuals build resilience and independence, resulting in them becoming more independent as they grow up to become responsible adults. Other therapeutic support may be outsourced.

The therapeutic techniques we use include:

• Applied behaviour analysis (ABA)
• Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT)
• Dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT)
• Play therapy
• Exposure therapy
• Social stories.

Our staff are highly skilled and experienced. After completing our thorough recruitment procedures, staff complete an induction process when they receive training in Holywell’s systems and approaches. They also receive refresher training and engage in reflective practice from an early stage. We ensure that staff are registered to complete their level 3 within six months of beginning their employment. Staff also are enrolled with the Holywell training department to continue their professional development and other necessary specialist training to support them in their work with children. Our diverse range of staff are caring individuals and, as an accredited Investor in People, Holywell nurtures them and supports them so that they become highly effective role models to the children in our care. Our staff ensure that our children reach their ultimate potential. Our Manager is hands on and ensures that the children are safe and happy and that any concerns are addressed and sorted out swiftly.