Step Up Day Service
Ravensthorpe Community Centre, 24 Garden Street, Ravensthorpe, Dewsbury, WF13 3ARAll about us
We are a learning centre, offering a range of support and advice, where users learn or are involved in creating something every day. We are the support between carers and the individuals, providing a break to the carers during the day.
We intend to redevelop and maintain hobbies and interests, including exploring new activities to provide mental and physical stimulation, and we intend to explore new skills, and enable people to make a positive contribution to the community. Close personal attention to each person is essential to be able to provide a quality experience for all the service users so they can live life to their full potential and we provide a person centred approach and support plans tailored for the individual.
Both verbal and non-verbal communication methods used, ie Makaton (basis level) pictures/objects of reference.
We are open between 9am and 3pm Monday to Friday. Experienced multilingual staff using different tools and methods for communication.
The learning and development room is for adults who are more independent who may already be attending college and need something for the days off from college and holidays, or ones who can’t cope with the college environment yet still want to enhance independence and life skills, who may need support and guidance only.The work is tailored / structured to suit the individual’s skills and ability. We are based in Ravensthorpe, Dewsbury West Yorkshire. The facility consists of wheelchair access and toilet facilities, a sensory room and dining area.
Who is this service for?
The service is open to adults 18+ with learning disabilities and mental health needs, from mild to complex, regardless of race or religion.
Basic personal care prompts supported only ie hand washing/flushing or prompts to use the facilities, and no incontinence/changing facilities are available. The service is open to everyone, we also offer Female only days / sessions.
How to access what we do
Please contact us to complete a basic enquiry form to see if we can support you. We then complete an assessment with you which will support the plans. Payments are via Direct payments.