Company
New Horizon Lodge Limited is a newly established care facility dedicated to providing top-tier care and supported Accommodation services to care leavers and young people aged 16 to 18.
We are committed to creating a safe, nurturing, and supportive environment where care leavers and young people can thrive emotionally, socially, and academically. Our facility is designed to offer a home-like environment where residents can thrive and receive the care they need to lead fulfilling lives. Our service is designed to cater to young people who require varying levels of support to achieve independence and positive outcomes in life. Through compassion and dedication, we aim to empower individuals to navigate daily life choices, and we achieve this by tailoring a care and support plan that revolves around the unique needs, preferences, and current status of our residents.
Mission statement & purpose
Our Key Objectives are
- To provide a safe, secure and supportive Accommodation environment by ensuring that all care leavers in our care live in a safe, secure, and supportive setting where their physical and emotional well-being is prioritized.
- To promote Independence and Personal Growth by encouraging care leavers to develop essential life skills, fostering independence and preparing them for adulthood.
- Deliver Personalized Care through the offering of tailored care plans that address the unique needs, preferences, and goals of each child, ensuring they receive the right support to flourish.
- To promote and encourage Educational, Emotional and Social Development of each child through tailored care plan and by supporting care leavers in their educational pursuits and social interactions, facilitating a balanced and fulfilling life.
- Foster Positive Relationships by promoting healthy relationships among residents, staff, and the wider community whilst creating a sense of belonging.
- To ensure care leavers’ rights are respected, their voices are heard, and their individual needs are met.
- To ensure care leavers’ rights are respected, their voices are heard, and their individual needs are met.
- To work in partnership with local authorities, healthcare providers, and educational institutions to deliver comprehensive support.
Our Values
Respect
Treat all individuals with dignity and respect, valuing their unique qualities and experiences.
Compassion
Provide care with empathy and understanding, ensuring each child feels valued and supported.
Integrity
Operate with honesty and transparency, maintaining the highest ethical standards.
Excellence
Strive for excellence in all aspects of care, continually seeking to improve our services and outcomes.
Empowerment
Empower care leavers to take control of their lives, make informed decisions, and achieve their full potential.
Our Services
Our supported living service includes a range of tailored interventions aimed at meeting the specific needs of each child or young person. Our services offered include:
24/7 Care, support and Supervision
Ensure round-the-clock care and supervision by trained professionals who are dedicated to the well-being of our residents ensuring that care leavers feel safe and supported at all times.
Individualized Care Plans
Each child has a bespoke care plan, developed and implemented to address their physical, emotional, educational, social needs and goals individually. These plans are regularly reviewed and updated in collaboration with the child, their family (where appropriate), and relevant professionals to reflect their progress and changing needs.
Educational Support
We work closely with schools, colleges, and training providers to ensure that care leavers have access to appropriate educational opportunities. For those who are disengaged from formal education, we offer alternative learning pathways including tutoring, homework assistance, and advocacy.
Emotional and Mental Health Support
Through partnerships with local healthcare providers, we ensure access to mental health services such as counselling and therapy, if required. Our staff are trained in supporting care leavers with emotional and behavioural difficulties.
Life Skills Training & Development
We provide practical training and guidance in essential life skills such as cooking, budgeting, personal hygiene, time management and maintaining a home to prepare care leavers for independent living.
Health and Wellness Programs
Promote physical and mental health through regular medical check-ups, counselling services, fitness activities, and healthy meal planning.
Recreational Activities
Organize a variety of recreational activities, including sports, arts and crafts, and outings, to ensure a well-rounded experience.
Family and Community Engagement
Facilitate regular family visits and involvement and encourage community engagement to build a supportive network around each child.
Transition Planning
We focus on helping young people transition from supported living to independent adulthood, ensuring they have access to housing, employment, or continued education upon leaving our care
Our Accomodation
Our supported living home is designed to offer a welcoming, safe, and homely environment. Each young Adult has their own private bedroom, and communal areas are provided for social interaction. The homes are equipped with necessary amenities, including kitchen and laundry facilities, to encourage the development of independent living skills.
The homes are situated in communities that offer access to local amenities such as schools, healthcare services, recreational facilities, and public transport.
We have ensured that our home is a safe, secure, and a happy place to live by:
- Ensuring the physical environment adheres to all Health and Safety regulations, while empowering our young people to raise any concerns with their landlord if these standards are not met.
- Providing each young person with their own front door key, unless there are documented and agreed-upon reasons indicating that it is not in their best interest. Such decisions will be made transparently and with the individual’s well-being as the priority.
- Maintaining robust policies and procedures to safeguard young people from all forms of abuse, with regular audits to ensure compliance, effectiveness, and continuous improvement.
