Initial Conversation
We start by learning about the participant as a person: their interests, preferences, goals, routines and what they would like support to help them achieve.
How support starts
A clear process, a low-pressure beginning and support that can evolve around the participant rather than locking them into a standard program.
Your next step may be the client paperwork: your details, support agreement, safety information and consent choices. We review it with you before support is agreed. You can also check our insurance and credentials here.
We start by learning about the participant as a person: their interests, preferences, goals, routines and what they would like support to help them achieve.
We discuss the support being requested and consider practical factors including location, transport, accessibility, sensory preferences and activity suitability.
The first session can be kept simple and low-pressure. There is no need to immediately jump into a major activity or unfamiliar environment.
As confidence and familiarity grow, activities can evolve according to the participant’s interests, goals and feedback.
Participant choice and control always lead the way.
Start a ConversationPlanning for the day
For higher-stimulation activities, participants can be given clear information beforehand about what the environment may involve.
Preparing in advance can make unfamiliar environments feel more predictable and comfortable without making support feel clinical or complicated.
Noise level, crowd density, walking requirements, seating, toilets, shade, weather exposure and quiet areas.
Accessibility, transport arrangements, where to meet and what the participant may need to bring.
The activity shape, sensory load, planned breaks and whether leaving early is possible if needed.
Participant-specific risks, communication preferences, support needs and any practical details to discuss beforehand.