Very real concerns over report into ATUs
Paul de Savary This week Secretary of State for Health & Care, Matt Hancock announced an ‘immediate’ review, to be carried out by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), into practices in Assessment and Treatment Units (ATUs), including the prolonged seclusion and long-term segregation used in the ‘care’ of individuals with complex learning disabilities and autism. […]
Preparing for Christmas
Whilst most families are excitedly anticipating Christmas, when you have a child with a learning disability or autism, preparing for Christmas can take more consideration and planning. What many view as enjoyable markers of the season – such bright lights, crowds, noise, visitors, celebrations and disruption to routine – when viewed from the eyes of […]
Fulfilled Days
We came across an article on the USA Today website which highlights a work incentive set up in California, USA by parents for their adult children with Autism. These parents have got together and set up various social enterprises to employ their children by creating bespoke jobs which play to their own personal strenghts, i.e. […]
The Autism Show 2013
After the fantastic success of The Autism Show, London on Friday 14th and Saturday 15th June 2013, we’re delighted to announce that we will be attending The Autism Show in Manchester Friday 28th and Saturday 29th June 2013. The Manchester Show is being held at EventCity in the City. More information, including directions to […]
Kidz South 2013
Home From Home Care will be holding a stand at this year’s Kidz South, held at Rivermead Leisure Complex, Richfield Avenue, Reading. The event will run from 9.30 am – 4.30 pm on Thursday 13th June 2013 and entry is FREE.
