Q Do you accept people with severe aggressive challenging behaviour?

A There are times when our clients may become frustrated due to them being unable to communicate their wishes effectively and may sometimes be exprerssed in an aggressive manner. However, we do not accept referrals for young people who have a significant history of aggression to others. Most of our young people have severe/profound and multiple learning disabilities and would be vulnerable if placed with such individuals.

Q How is a placement at Daneswood funded?

A It is the responsibility of each young person's local Social Services Department and/or Primary Care Trust to fund residential placements. You will need to request a Community Care Assessment from your Social Worker.

Q Are you able to cater for special diets?

A At Daneswood, we pride ourselves on a healthy organic wholefood diet. Much of it is grown and sourced from local farms. We accommodate specific dietary requirements. Our food is freshly cooked on site by our friendly catering team.

Q Is there a point when a client may have to leave Daneswood?

A Daneswood aims to offer a home for life. A placement may need to be reviewed if a young person's needs change dramatically such as, for example, he/she requires long term nursing care of a type which Daneswood may not be able to offer.

Q How much contact do the young people have with parents and families?

A Visitors are welcome at any reasonable time, although a phone call is advisable first, especially if travelling any distance as we expect all our clients to have a program of both off and on-site activities. Regular contact with families will be encouraged in a variety of ways including letters, cards, emails and phone calls and web chats, as appropriate. Daneswood is fortunate to have extra accommodation on site which can be booked by families who either live a distance away or wish to spend more quality time with their relative.