Outreach Service
Our outreach service is flexible and offers the right help at the right time. We support people to do things they enjoy and meet their goals.
“I enjoy going out visiting different places. I’m really happy with the staff. They are very understanding and helpful.”
Who We Support
We help autistic adults and young people aged 16 and over in North Essex and Central Norfolk.
How We Work
We can:
- Teach life skills, like cooking, shopping and cleaning
- Support going to appointments
- Support with personal care
- Help to manage money and budgets
- Support people to join leisure activities
- Develop road, public transport and community safety skills
- Assist with changes, like leaving school or college
- Support to find work or volunteering, or provide support in the workplace
- Short term support after illness or a hospital discharge (reablement)
”We’ve noticed he is much happier and more confident since using the service. The staff help him plan his time and do his own shopping, so we know he is safe.”
Where We Are
We can help in different places, like:
- At home
- In a family home
- In the community
- At school, college, or work
- At activities like sports or hobbies
Outreach support is usually given for a set number of hours each week. We can make short- or long-term plans based on what you need.
Why Choose Us
- We have over 50 years of experience helping autistic adults and children.
- We treat everyone as an individual and listen to what they want.
- We match staff to the needs and interests of the people we support.
- We support people to achieve their goals and dreams.
- We use Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) to promote respect and independence.
- Our Quality-of-Life team includes experts like therapists and psychologists.
How to Get Support
You can refer yourself, or it can be funded privately or through your local council. The council may need to check your care and finances before giving funding.
Get in touch to see if we can offer our outreach service in your area and to make a referral.
