Better Outcomes for People with a Learning Disability


Quality Network Public Statements

   
Organisation The Rock Work Opportunity Centre Limited
Type

Local Charity

Services included Daytime opportunities for people with learning disabilities
Contact name John Guy
Tel. 01253 593173
Email info@rock-work.co.uk
Public Statement 2004      


Our Service

We are a day centre offering meaningful daytime activities for up to 74 Vulnerable Adults on a weekly basis. The activities include work experience and various educational courses. We also have a social club which encourages people to have social outings and holidays.


The Service Review

The review took place between May 2003 and July 2003. The review involved interviewing nine service users who attend the centre with regards to their lives.

The review team consisted of two local authority social workers, two members of staff, two trustees, a trainee clinical psychologist, a senior additional support worker, an advocate and a service user.


The Findings

Key Areas that are Going Well

• In general people perceive themselves to be safe from bullying and abuse.

• We found that most people got all the help they needed to look after their health.

• Evidence suggested that most people are treated with respect.

• Family views are listened too.


Key Areas That Need to Change

• People find it difficult to have friendships and relationships.

• People often don’t make important decisions about their lives.

• People are not enabled to be part of their local community.

• People don’t get the opportunity for integrated employment.


Action Plan

The review team developed an action plan with named responsibility and timescales to address the key areas that need to change.


For more information please contact: -

John Guy
General Manager
The Rock Work Opportunity Limited
230 Bristol Avenue
Blackpool
FY2 0JF

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