SAFEGUARDING

Anaco Care Services carries out regular health and safety checks on:

- The entire building - Fire alarm systems & exits - Kitchen appliances - All rooms of the building.

ROOM CHECKS

Room checks take place frequently and are unannounced. These checks are very important. There may be times that we ask you to be present for the checks. This may mean that staff will expect your room to make sure that it is safe.

FIRE

Closet exits are clearly signposted.
If the alarm goes off in the service, please calmly leave the building immediately and go to the designated assembly point which your support worker will show you as part of the moving in process.

SECURITY

Please close and lock all windows and doors when you go out. If you have been given a key or swipe card you are responsible for it. Do not give access to anyone you do not know.

HEALTH

If you have any concerns about the health and well-being of another young person in the service, please contact a member of staff or the emergency services immediately.

“Staff at Anaco Care Services, understand that life can sometimes be challenging, which is why we support you to access a range of services and support designed to help you with your health and wellbeing both in the community and within our service."

We will always discuss your health with respect and sensitivity, and will not make any judgments about you. The types of health services we offer support with include;

Counselling & Psychotherapy

If you are feeling concerned about your emotional health, we could refer you to short and long term counselling sessions, where you can talk to a trained therapist about any issues you may be having. Anaco Care Services also run group workshops on subjects such as Anger Management, Coping with Change and Understanding Your
Emotions.

Healthy Living

The Anaco Care Services team of support workers are on hand to offer advice on a healthier lifestyle. They hold regular nutrition and cooking classes in services; workshops to explore sexual health and healthy relationships; and offer support around physical activity including accessing gyms.

Drugs & Alcohol

We can also refer you to one-to-one support sessions and advice to help with drug and/or alcohol use. Anaco Care Services also offer informal drop-in keywork session on a regular basis, as well as workshops. This service is non-judgmental and the focus is on harm reduction, in order to help you manage your usage in an informed way.