Placement suitability

The individual would need to have a diagnosis of autism and although Cherry Trees is registered from aged 18+, we are currently supporting 7 males aged 45+ therefore a compatibility assessment would be required for anyone new moving into the home. 

Characteristics of the people we currently support range from cheerful, excitable and kind natured. They have a wide range of interests and enjoy conversation, crafts, computers, participating in the independent living chores as well as trying new things. Being active and having a love of community based activities is important whilst being able to share support.

Due to such active lifestyles being led by the peope living at Cherry Trees it is essential that anyone moving in is not noisy at night and won't disturb/impact sleep patterns. Privacy is very important and therefore respect around personal space and boundaries is desirable. We are unable to accommodate the requirement for a DoLS around locked doors. 

The current vacancies are 2 small double bedrooms with a wash basin. There are no en-suites however there is ample shared facilities including 2 bathroom, 1 shower room, 1 wet room and 2 stand alone toilets. These facilities will be shared by 9 people when the home is fully occupied. This is a large home with access to upstairs via 2 staircases, one of which is narrow. The generous size of the home offers space to relax away from peers. 

In England the regulatory body CQC is ensuring support providers are providing local support for local people. Therefore when we receive a referral from outside of the local authority area where our service is, we need to demonstrate we have taken steps to explore meaningful family links or connections to the area. We would also need a clear rationale from the funder as to why they are seeking an out of county placement. Therefore not all referrals may be considered for each NAS service.