At Focus Care Supported Living Limited, our care model is person-centric, celebrating the unique identity and life circumstances of each individual we support. Our practices are guided by the CQC’s “Right Care, Right Support, Right Culture” framework, which champions choice, control, and independence for all service users.

Our Approach

We employ a diverse team of support workers, each bringing a range of models and methods to meet the distinct needs of our service users. Our commitment to inclusivity and excellence in care is evident as we adapt roles to optimally utilize our resources, especially in response to staff shortages and the challenges posed by the pandemic.

Hybrid Model of Care

Our hybrid model addresses the varied skills and staffing requirements, as well as the personal needs of our service users. It is grounded in evidence-based practices and theoretical frameworks that support individuals with learning disabilities and autism effectively.

Holistic Integration

We adopt a holistic approach, integrating care theories such as the Roper-Logan-Tierney Model of Nursing and Dorothy Orem’s self-care deficit theory. This provides a robust structure for care that is both task-focused and person-focused. Florence Nightingale’s environmental theory also informs our practice, optimizing the environment for the well-being and recovery of those we support.

Guiding Principles

Our guiding principles of care include:

• Empowerment and Autonomy: Encouraging active participation in life decisions.
• Diversity and Respect: Valuing each person’s life experience and identity.
• Flexibility in Service: Providing responsive services tailored to individual preferences.
• Strength-Based Approach: Recognizing and building upon each individual’s strengths.
• Inclusive Support Networks: Collaborating with support networks as partners.

Staff Development

Through comprehensive in-house training, including the Oliver McGowan mandatory training in autism and learning disability, we ensure our staff are proficient in these principles and their practical application. Our goal is to enhance the lives of those we support through a comprehensive, person-centered model of care.

Focus Care Supported Living Limited: Empowering Independence

At Focus Care Supported Living Limited, we are devoted to empowering the individuals we support to live as independently as possible within their own tenancies. Our approach is centred on providing personalized support that encourages autonomy and self-reliance, while ensuring that each person has the necessary resources and assistance to thrive in their own home.

Promoting Independence

Our services are designed to support individuals in managing their daily activities, making personal choices, and maintaining control over their lives. We believe in fostering an environment that not only provides the necessary care but also champions the independence of our service users.

Tailored Support

We tailor our support to align with the unique preferences, strengths, and aspirations of each individual, facilitating a life that is as self-directed as possible. Our team works collaboratively with service users to identify goals and create support plans that enhance their ability to manage their own homes and lives.

Commitment to Quality Care

Our commitment to quality care is reflected in our dedication to continuous staff development, ensuring that our team is equipped with the knowledge and skills to effectively promote independence. We prioritize the well-being and aspirations of those we support, aligning our services with the principles of dignity, respect, and empowerment.

Focus Care Supported Living: Upholding Excellence and Independence

At Focus Care Supported Living, we are proud to be registered with the CQC as ‘Outstanding’, a testament to our unwavering commitment to our service users’ rights. Our philosophy is rooted in the recognition of each individual’s right to choose, independence, and autonomy.

Our Pledge to Empowerment:

• We provide tactful assistance, both human and technical, tailored to individual needs.
• We champion self-care and independence, encouraging our service users to live life to the fullest.
• We support informed decision-making and safe, reasonable risk-taking.
• We advocate for active community involvement, fostering connections both within and beyond our care setting.
• We resort to restraint only as a last resort, strictly adhering to safety and legal standards.
• We involve service users in crafting their personalised care plans and grant them access to their care records.
• We maintain an effective risk management system to promote an ethos of independence.