Paul will be hosting a session on Transition at The Autism Show in June at the ExCel Centre in London.

We do hope you can join him in the Workshop Theatre – date and time are to be confirmed (we will update the blog when we have details) but here’s a brief outline the session:

Session Title: A Parent Led Session on How to Navigate Transition into Adult Services for People with Complex Needs
Speaker Name: Paul de Savary
Speaker Title: Managing Directory, Home From Home Care (Created by Parents to Make the Difference)
Brief Content:

1. Introduction & Background: A unique perspective on Transition for people with complex needs from the point of view of being parents and care providers

2. Focus on Transition: 4 key points

• Getting the decision you want
• How to navigate the Local Authority process
• The options – Residential Care vs Supported Living vs Living at Home
• Why it is important to start the process early

3. Preparing yourself for parent and family emotions you are likely to experience

4. Your opportunity to ask questions