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Situated in a rural area of Otley, Leeds, The Thicket is a beautiful converted stone building with excellent facilities which have been purpose-built for adults with autistic spectrum conditions.

Options The Thicket offers adults with autism and complex needs the opportunity to develop their like skills and increase their confidence and emotional wellbeing. Importantly it focuses on community integration and inclusion, and is proud to see the residents lead happy, fulfilling lives.

  • 18+ years old
  • Male and Female
  • Longer-term residential care
  • A homely property with 4 flats and communal areas
  • On-site facilities include: a sensory room, a hydrotherapy suite and an activity room
  • Supported by the Regional Clinical Team
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It’s the ideal place for her to live.

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Relative, CQC Report, 2013

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There was a clear demonstration of high levels of staff knowledge regarding each individual, and it was clear throughout all observations staff care about everyone’s wellbeing

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Autism Accreditation Report 2018

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It was clear that [staff] are passionate about what they do and aim to provide the best care and support possible.WLCC has opened up opportunities to them that I never thought possible. WLCC has the passion, understanding and empathy that has made me feel my sons are worth something and have every right to have access to what they would like to achieve, no matter how big the challenge is to them or the college staff. Thank you.

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Autism Accreditation Report 2018

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They listen to what we have to say and are very responsive to parents.

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Parent, Autism Accreditation Report 2018

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It’s an overwhelmingly good service.

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Parent, Autism Accreditation Report 2018

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[My daughter] is being offered arts and crafts, walks, music and independent skills, i.e. making food, drinks, shopping, bowling, swimming and eating out. To see the photos of [her] doing the things she enjoys is a real joy.

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Sophie’s Mum

Care 

Options The Thicket offers extensive care provision based around individual needs.

On commencing employment, all staff are required to complete a mandatory skills for care induction course. Each member of staff is required to complete Diploma level 2 or above, and receives comprehensive training in specialist health needs such as epilepsy.

Staff members receive the training appropriate to their roles and accredited training for the administration of medication and the management of expressive behaviours.

Options The Thicket is committed to person-centred planning in line with the Government’s Autism Strategy and the personalisation agenda. People play active roles in developing their individualised programmes of care and personal development, ensuring that their needs are met 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and that their individual choices are respected.

The Thicket also offers access to wide range of professional and clinical support where required. All clinical and professional programmes are overseen by their dedicated regional clinical team.

Accommodation

On the first floor there are 2 en-suite bedrooms and a shared lounge, dining room and kitchen; a layout which promotes the values of communal living whilst still enabling people to maintain their privacy. The ground floor is divided into 2 self-contained flats, each with its own bedroom, lounge/dining room and bathroom, and offers greater independence for those who are ready.

Whilst Options The Thicket is attractive and homely, the accommodation is designed to cater for people with challenging behaviour. The people living at Options The Thicket are always encouraged to decorate their rooms to reflect their individual personalities.

CQC Ratings

 

Facilities

Set amongst 6 acres of countryside, the site has a number of onsite facilities that provide access to meaningful and purposeful activities which promote lifelong learning.

The onsite barn incorporates an arts and crafts area for personal expression and the development of hobbies and interests. Following thorough risk assessments, the people are also supported to engage in rewarding activities of their choosing such as home baking, sewing and jewellery making.

Horticultural activities that promote self-awareness and care and respect for living things are also available, with the provision of specially cultivated land and planting areas. With Otley town centre nearby, there are plenty of shops, supermarkets, pubs and restaurants for people to visit, accessing such amenities encourages the development of life skills necessary for independence, including budgeting and shopping for food, and further enhances community inclusion.

Our Team

Michelle Windsor

Registered Manager

Michelle began her career in this sector by studying for psychology degree, and completing her dissertation on autism; finding out what a fascinating and rewarding area of practice this was she began working for Options Autism 7 years ago.

Michelle has since completed a wide array of training in both management and areas of support for our young people. Michelle has enjoyed the experience of acting manager at one of our other services and recently completed her level 5 diploma in management.

Michelle’s role is a varied one, supporting the day to day tasks, motivating and mentoring the staff team, along with supporting our service users to develop meaningful, interesting and independent lives.

Agnes Johannesen

Deputy Service Manager

Get In Touch

Address Options The Thicket, Leeds, Yorkshire

Telephone 01943 851424

Email info@optionsautism.co.uk

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