Wagstaff Way Residential Care
Key facts about Wagstaff Way A small home for up to four females with autism
Large garden area with opportunities for horticulture
An experienced, qualified staff team
Use of fullyequipped Activity Resource Centre and sensory garden
Activities in the home and the community
A transition home towards a more independent lifestyle
At Wagstaff Way, we provide an opportunity for service users in large residential care environments to move on to a smaller service in a transition towards an independent lifestyle within the community. Opened in 2009, Wagstaff Way offers a homely environment for four female service users living with autism. We aim to offer a transition phase for service users who, at some point in the future, could be living independently in the community. At Wagstaff Way, we promote the rights to freedom, independence and choice of our service users as individual citizens and encourage full involvement within the local community. We create an environment that provides
more opportunities to empower the independence of each person. One of our service users works independently and walks to the village for her paper.
Outdoor space Our large garden allows our service users to feel a sense of freedom and gives them the opportunity to explore horticulture and grow their own plants and flowers. Service users at Wagstaff Way can also use the outdoor space at nearby Gorse Farm, which also includes a sensory garden.
Indoor space The four bedroomed house provides a homely, welcoming environment and is tastefully furnished. Featuring an openplan lounge and dining area, fully fitted modern kitchen, and a separate quiet space, the communal areas mean that the service users can socialise and relax, as well as spend time alone. Service users are encouraged to decorate their bedrooms to their own specific taste.
Activities Everyday at Wagstaff Way, service users are given the flexibility and opportunity to take part in various activities that enhance their independence and involvement within the community. They often go shopping, attend discos and zumba, go bowling and have pamper evenings as a group. As well as taking part in group activities, individual activities such as cookery, gardening and music are also encouraged.
Environment For each service user, we create and deliver an individual care plan that caters for their specific needs. Within this care plan, we encourage each service
user to do as much for themselves as possible in order to maintain independence, physical ability and potential. Care plans are regularly monitored and formally reviewed every 6-12 months through a discussion between service users and staff to ensure that individual needs are being catered for.
Staff team At Wagstaff Way, we have a qualified staff team who are dedicated to providing the best care possible for adults with autism. All members of staff have undergone a supervised induction period, regular supervision from senior members of staff and a thorough introduction to the service’s policies and procedures concerning care plans, health and safety, equality and challenging behaviour. The members of staff at Wagstaff Way work hard to ensure that service users have as much control over their own lives as possible and that they are getting the most out of their experience at the home.
Make a referral
If you are interested in accessing our services either for yourself or an individual you support, you can make a referral to us in the following ways: •• Complete the referral form online at www.autismwestmidlands.org.uk •• Email us at referrals@autismwestmidlands.org.uk
We are Care Quality Commission registered CQC Nominated Individual and Head of Regulated Activity: Anabel Sainza-Fernandez
About Autism West Midlands
There are more than half a million people in the UK living with autism, an invisible, misunderstood and lonely disability. 60,000 live in the West Midlands. We are the leading charity in the West Midlands for people affected by autism. We exist to enable all people with autism and those who love and care for them to lead fulfilling and rewarding lives. Our passionate, expert staff and volunteers work across all age groups and abilities, providing direct support to people affected by autism.
Contact us
Autism West Midlands Regent Court George Road Edgbaston Birmingham B15 1NU Email: General enquiries: hello@autismwestmidlands.org.uk Help and advice: info@autismwestmidlands.org.uk Telephone: Main reception: 0121 450 7582 • Information helpline: 0303 03 00 111 Website: www.autismwestmidlands.org.uk
Find us on Facebook: Search “Autism West Midlands”
Follow us on Twitter: @autismwestmids Our vision is a world where all people on the autism spectrum have the specialist care and support they need to lead fulfilling and rewarding lives. Registered Charity Number: 517077 Registered Company Number: 1953344 (England and Wales)