Disability Care: Empowering Independence and Choice at Home

At New Living, we believe that every individual, regardless of their disability, deserves the opportunity to live a fulfilling and independent life within the comfort and familiarity of their own home. 

Our Disability Care services are designed to provide specialised assistance tailored to the unique needs of individuals with physical disabilities, learning disabilities, or other complex needs, empowering them to achieve their personal goals and enjoy a high quality of life.

What is Disability Care?

Disability Care is person-centred support designed to help individuals with physical disabilities, learning disabilities, or neurodevelopmental conditions manage their daily lives, enhance their independence, and participate actively in their communities. It's about providing the right level of assistance while promoting choice, control, and personal growth. This care goes beyond basic personal support to include:

• Promoting Independence: Fostering skills and confidence to manage daily tasks as much as possible.
• Accessible Support: Adapting care approaches to individual communication styles and cognitive abilities.
• Community Integration: Supporting participation in social activities, education, and employment.
• Personalised Assistance: Tailoring support to specific physical challenges or learning styles.
• Advocacy and Empowerment: Helping individuals voice their preferences and make informed decisions about their lives.

Who Needs Disability Care?

Disability Care is suitable for individuals of all ages who:

• Have a physical disability (e.g., cerebral palsy, spinal cord injury, multiple sclerosis, muscular dystrophy) that impacts their mobility or daily functioning.
• Are living with a learning disability (e.g., Down syndrome, autism spectrum disorder, global developmental delay) and require support with daily living skills, communication, or social interaction.
• Require assistance with personal care, household tasks, medication management, or mobility due to their disability.
• Wish to live independently in their own home rather than in residential care.
• Are seeking support to access education, employment, social activities, or pursue hobbies.
• Whose families are looking for compassionate, skilled, and reliable support to help their loved one thrive at home and in the community.

How New Living Can Help

At New Living, our Disability Care services are highly individualised, focusing on strengths, aspirations, and the unique challenges faced by each person. Our dedicated care professionals can assist with a wide range of needs, promoting independence and well-being:

• Personalised Care Plans: We develop comprehensive, bespoke care plans in close consultation with the individual, their family, and relevant healthcare professionals. These plans focus on personal goals, abilities, and preferences.
• Assistance with Daily Living: Support with personal care (bathing, dressing, grooming), meal preparation, medication management, and household tasks, always encouraging maximum independence.
• Mobility and Physical Support: Assistance with transfers, mobility aids, physiotherapy exercises, and accessing the community.
• Communication Support: Adapting communication methods to suit individual needs, including visual aids, sign language, or assistive technology, for those with communication difficulties.
• Support for Learning and Development: Helping individuals develop new skills, manage their finances, pursue hobbies, or engage in educational activities.
• Community Access and Social Inclusion: Facilitating participation in social events, clubs, volunteer work, or employment opportunities, supporting travel and integration.
• Behavioural Support: For individuals with learning disabilities, our carers are trained to understand and respond to diverse communication and behavioural needs, providing a calm and supportive environment.
• Respite for Families: Offering vital respite for family carers, allowing them to rest and recharge with the confidence that their loved one is receiving expert, compassionate care.

Why Choose Us for Disability Care?

Choosing the right care provider for disability support is crucial. Here's why New Living stands out:

• Specialised Training and Expertise: Our care professionals undergo extensive, specialised training specifically designed for supporting individuals with various physical and learning disabilities. This includes modules on communication techniques (e.g., Makaton awareness), understanding specific conditions, promoting independence, managing complex behaviours with positive approaches, and safe use of adaptive equipment. Our team is committed to continuous professional development, ensuring they are equipped with the latest knowledge and best practices in disability support.
• Empowerment and Choice: We place the individual at the centre of their care, actively promoting their choices, wishes, and decision-making in every aspect of their support plan.
• Person-Centred and Holistic Approach: We recognise that care extends beyond practical tasks. We focus on the whole person, their interests, aspirations, and social well-being, fostering a supportive environment for growth and fulfillment.
• Continuity of Care: We strive to provide consistent carers, fostering familiarity, trust, and strong relationships, which is particularly beneficial for individuals who benefit from routine and consistent support.
• Collaboration with Professionals: We work closely with therapists, medical professionals, social workers, and other specialists to ensure a coordinated and comprehensive care package.
• Commitment to Quality of Life: Our ultimate goal is to enhance the quality of life for individuals with disabilities, enabling them to live as independently and meaningfully as possible within their own homes and communities.

At New Living, we are dedicated to providing compassionate, empowering, and highly skilled Disability Care that truly makes a difference. Contact us today to discuss how we can tailor our services to support you or your loved one.