Mental Health Awareness Week

Mental Health Awareness Week reminds us that healthy teams create better outcomes. In supported living, mental health support starts with the environment around a young person, not just a therapy session. When staff feel supported and stable, young people experience more consistency, safety, and emotional stability. When teams are stretched, placements become less stable and…

KYS Team trauma‑informed practice training

Today our team came together for a full day of trauma‑informed practice training – a brilliant opportunity to deepen our understanding, reflect on our approach, and strengthen the way we support our young people. The room was full of energy, honest discussion, and shared learning. And of course, no training day is complete without good…

Birthday celebrations done right

Today we had the absolute pleasure of celebrating one of our young people’s birthdays, and the team went all‑in to make the day feel special. We set up a full table of good food, treats and favourites 🍕🍰, and transformed the space with personalised décor in a sleek black theme 🖤 – their choice, their…

🌟Staff Superstar of the Month: April🌟

This month we are delighted to recognise April for her outstanding contribution to the team. Her commitment, professionalism and consistent support for our young people have truly stood out. April approaches every shift with care, compassion and a strong sense of responsibility. She has shown excellent teamwork, reliability and a genuine dedication to creating positive…

Creative Art Day

A little bit of glitter, a lot of paint, and a whole load of creative spirit! 🖌️🌟​Last week, we hosted a Creative Art Day for our young people and staff, and the results speak for themselves.Taking the time to step away from the ‘everyday’ to focus on creativity is so important for wellbeing. Seeing our…

Young Person Work Experience

We love celebrating progress, and this week we’ve seen an amazing example of it. One of our young people has settled brilliantly into their catering work experience placement, impressing staff with their attitude, engagement, and work ethic. These opportunities are a vital part of helping young people build confidence and prepare for independent futures –…

Another week of progress and positivity

We’re grateful for another successful week supporting our young people as they continue working towards their dreams and goals. This week, one young person made an incredible step toward independence by engaging with their support team to learn more about budgeting and money management. Through this, they created their own meal plan and shopping list…