Admissions to our homes
At PSS Care Group, our goal is to meet the unique needs of every child in our care. We believe that admissions should always be planned with the involvement of the family and relevant professionals, ensuring a collaborative approach to supporting each young person.
We understand that moving to a new home can be a challenging experience. Our priority is to help the young people joining us feel welcomed and comfortable, helping them transition smoothly into their new environment. We offer opportunities for the young person to visit the home beforehand, where they can meet the team and get to know the house, its routines, and the young people who already live there. This gentle introduction aims to create a sense of familiarity and ease.
Many of the young people referred to us may have previously experienced difficulty in finding the right home. We recognise that some may have complex needs, such as:
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Behaviour that can be challenging, including verbal or physical aggression
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Self-injury or self-harm
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Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
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Communication difficulties or delays
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Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD)
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Attachment difficulties or disorders
PSS Care Group offers both short-term and long-term homes, depending on availability and the needs of the other young people already in the home. We aim for a minimum stay of six months to allow time for the therapeutic process to be effective. As such, we generally do not accept stays shorter than this.
If the decision is made to end a young person’s stay with us, we kindly request 28 days' notice by email, except in cases where an emergency situation arises, such as significant harm to themselves or others, or serious criminal damage.
In the first six weeks of the young person living with us, if it is determined that the home is not meeting the young person’s needs, or if their presence is impacting the well-being of others in the home, the decision may be made that this is not the right home for them. In such cases, the local authority will work to find an alternative placement within seven days. We believe that this helps to ensure positive outcomes for all young people in our care. In extreme situations, we may need to have an emergency ending immediately to safeguard the well-being of everyone.
After the initial six weeks, the management team will conduct a review to assess the suitability of the home and discuss the potential for continuing the stay. All admissions are ultimately at the discretion of the individual home managers, ensuring that each decision is made with the young person’s best interests in mind.
Please contact us with any referrals you may have so we can best find a home that may suit your young person.
