Specialist Support for Children & Young People with Autism and Learning Disabilities
At Ella’s Homecare, we provide a dedicated, regulated service specifically designed for children (aged 12+) and young adults living with Autism and Learning Disabilities. We believe that every young person deserves to lead a fulfilling, active life, regardless of their diagnosis.
Our service is a separate, specialist provision focused on bridging the gap between childhood and adulthood. We offer bespoke home care that works in seamless partnership with supported living and community resources.
Our Approach: Empowering Independence
We provide more than just supervision; we provide a pathway to independence. Our team works closely with families, schools, and local authorities to ensure that every child’s SEN (Special Educational Needs) and EHC (Education, Health and Care) plans are fully supported at home and in the community.
Our core services include:
- Regulated Home Care: Personalised, CQC-regulated support delivered in the comfort of the family home.
- Community Support: Helping young people access local amenities, build social skills, and gain confidence in public spaces.
- Educational Support: Assisting with the transition to College and ensuring the goals within their EHCP are met.
- Meaningful Activities: Tailored schedules that include hobbies, sports, and social clubs to promote wellbeing and development.
- Supported Living Partnership: We work hand-in-hand with supported living providers to offer a consistent “wrap-around” care package for those transitioning to more independent environments.
Specialist Support Pathways
We understand that Autism and Learning Disabilities require a nuanced, sensory-aware approach. Our pathways focus on:
- Transition Planning: Supporting the critical move from paediatric services to adult social care (12+ through to adulthood).
- Behavioral Support: Using positive reinforcement and person-centred strategies to manage complex needs.
- Skill Building: Practical support with life skills, from money management and cooking to using public transport.
- Collaboration: Working alongside SENCOs, social workers, and healthcare professionals to provide a unified support system.
Why Choose Our Specialist Children’s Service?
Regulated & Safe As a CQC-regulated provider, we maintain the highest standards of safeguarding. Our service for children and young people is managed as a distinct specialist arm, ensuring age-appropriate care.
In-House Training Academy Our staff undergo specialist training at our Advantage-Accredited Academy, focusing on Autism awareness, communication tools (such as PECS or Makaton), and Safeguarding Children.
Partnership-Led Care We don’t work in isolation. We actively partner with supported living schemes and educational institutions to ensure that the transition from home to college or independent living is smooth and successful.
Focus on Outcomes Every young person we support has a bespoke care plan aligned with their EHCP. We focus on measurable outcomes—helping them achieve the milestones that matter most to them and their families.
Funding and Referrals
Support for children and young adults with SEND can often be funded through:
Direct Payments / Personal Budgets:
Giving families the flexibility to choose Ella’s Homecare for their specialist support.
Local Authority Funding:
We work with social services to provide commissioned care packages.
Education Funding:
Support integrated with EHC plans and college attendance.
Start the Journey Today
If you are looking for a provider that understands the unique challenges and triumphs of raising a child with Autism or a Learning Disability, we are here to help. Our 12+ service is designed to grow with your child into adulthood.
Looking for Live-in care or hourly care ?
At Ella’s Homecare, we provide high-quality, one-to-one live-in care and flexible hourly care across the UK. Whether you need full-time support or a few hours of help each day, our personalised care is built around your needs. Speak with one of our friendly care managers today to find the right support for you or your loved one.