Autism ProjectSupported Living Developments in Surrey3rd October 2009

Tom MooreSurrey County Council lead for adults with Autistic Spectrum Conditions

01737 73713207968 833348thomas.moore@surreycc.gov.uk

County Autism Project

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• Surrey counted young people on the autistic spectrum for a commissioning strategy.

• Developing new autism specialist supported living services each year from 2008 – 2016

• So far, services are in place for 16 young people through this project

County Autism Project Supported Living Developments

Feedback From New Services:• “He is a lot more interested in life now he’s gone to …..

He’s settled down well. I can’t think of any negatives.” - Parent

• “I sleep at night for the first time in years.” - Parent

• “It’s a good place to live. I’m thinking I’m a good person. I’m thinking I’m confident.” – Tenant

• “… and … have really good programmes of activities, and really good risk assessments” – Care Manager

County Autism Project Supported Living Developments

The Future…We have the specialist support providers, but the housing is more difficult

• Districts & Boroughs / Registered Social Landlords / Developers

• Providers• Shared Ownership

County Autism Project Supported Living Developments