Overview
Who are our services for?
Families with young people, living in Nottingham City, who have a permanent, diagnosed learning and/or physical disability. The young person may have autism or have complex health needs
For young people that are presenting behaviours that are impacting on the family's ability to manage day to day care and are in need of a short break.
We generally support young people between the ages 8-19 although sometimes we provide support to young people outside of this age range.
We also provide a limited short breaks service for young adults of up to 7 places for those aged 19-23
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What is Crocus Fields?
A short breaks home based near the City Centre (in The Meadows)
It has two units, one which has six beds, and one which has three
It has specially adapted bedrooms and bathrooms for children with physical disabilities
It has specially adapted equipment and areas for children with learning disabilities
Two large garden areas with play equipment
A mini bus and two adapted wheelchair friendly cars for trips out
It provides a very safe environment for young people to stay, play and have fun
What do we do?
We offer overnight short breaks to support the family to have a break from caring for their child
Lots of community based activities
We work closely with families, schools and other agencies to determine the best ways to enable the young person to develop
How can you access us?
Through the WLDT, Your Social Worker or Family Support Worker will need to undertake an assessment to see it you are able to access our service.
What can I expect as a parent/carer?
Regular planned overnight short breaks for your child at Crocus Fields
A key worker allocated to you and your child
A clear and detailed plan of support of your child
Lots of support and advice
Help and support if you are struggling
What can I expect as a young person using Crocus Fields?
Lots of fun!
A chance to make new friends or stay over with them
A chance to try new activities
A chance to learn new things
To be kept safe and to be looked after well while I am there
To be able to make choices
Who works at Crocus Fields?
A friendly and very experienced staff team who specialise in working with young people with disabilities
A high staffing ratio during day and a dedicated team of awake night staff
If I am interested in accessing Crocus Fields, what do I do?
Speak to the WLDT, your Social Worker or Family Support Worker to get more information. Alternatively contact Crocus Fields.
Crocus Fields is inspected by Ofsted, please Click Here for the inspections webpage.