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Supported Living Initiative - GLASGOW. Supported Living Initiative. About the Project Some challenges that we’ve faced Some lessons that we’ve learned Hurdles to tackle Success Stories. Supported Living Initiative. Established 1998 Supporting 8 people in their own homes Ward Closures
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Supported Living Initiative • About the Project • Some challenges that we’ve faced • Some lessons that we’ve learned • Hurdles to tackle • Success Stories
Supported Living Initiative • Established 1998 • Supporting 8 people in their own homes • Ward Closures • Individual Packages • Head Injuries & Physical Disabilities
Supported Living Initiative • 30-35 permanent staff • Packages from 30 hours per week – 24 hour support with sleepovers • ‘shared care’ style support for 2 individuals
Some challenges that we’ve faced • Service Users’ hopes and fears • Interpretation of Standards & training • Relationship building – family expectations • Recruitment, staff support & development • Growth & pace
Some lessons that we’ve learned • Importance of establishing what people can expect from the service and any limitations • That people’s needs change and packages can be negotiated • Practical issues of running service e.g. travel time, resources, accommodation (supervision etc) • Intensity & responsibility re. lone working
Some lessons that we’ve learned • Frequency of staff supervision required • Flexibility needed to meet staffing levels • Stimulation for staff v’s consistency of support for service users & families • You have to work at Networking & Joint Working • Person Centred Support & Tools
O’Brien’s – 5 Accomplishments Sharing Ordinary Places Making Choices Dignity & Respect Developing Abilities Growing in Relationships
Hurdles to tackle • Recruiting & retaining the right staff • Introduction of National Care Standards • Keeping a Service User Focus • Move away from ‘Fire Fighting’ & assist individuals to overcome their personal challenges
Success Stories • Individuals’ reputations have changed • Their contributions are recognised • People’s voices are being heard
Success Stories • People are making new friends and connections • Have gained confidence in making lifestyle choices
Success Stories • People are realising their dreams • Making plans for the future • Networking opportunities are increasing