We will consider young people who:
 
Persistently abscond
• Exhibit verbal/physical aggression
• Expose themselves to risk of harm
• Are victims of abuse
• Self Harm
• Are in a cycle of criminal offending
• Have poor life skills and are approaching independence
 
We are unable to offer placements to young people who have:
 
• Severe mental health disorders
• Severe physical disabilities
• Severe learning disabilities
• Made serious suicide attempts
 
Planned Admission Procedure:
• Enquiry regarding a suitable placement either by telephone or email
• Complete Referral Papers
• Discussion
• Initial Assessment visit to child
• Placement Agreement Meeting held
• Introductory visit to the Home made
• Room prepared
• Admission – welcome
 
Emergency Admission Procedure:

It is anticipated that as Horizon Care provides a “crisis intervention” service some placements will be emergency admissions. In these circumstances, the Manager, or Duty Manager, will obtain the fullest information possible from the referrer to allow a decision to be made and ensure the following conditions are agreed/met.

• Emergency admissions will be on a trial basis.
• A planning meeting will take place usually within 72 hours to determine length of placement and work to be done.
• There must be a named social worker with case responsibility.
• All appropriate paperwork is provided.
 
On admission, each young person receives a Welcome Pack. The Pack includes everything the young person needs to know about the Home and their rights whilst in care. A keyworker is appointed to ensure the objectives of the care plan and the individual needs of the young person are met.

Click here to download Referral Form