AVAILABLE SUPPORT
At Anaco, our support workers are here for you. You can talk to someone anything, big or small.
SUPPORT
At Anaco Care you have a team of support workers. Your support workers are:
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Your first point of contact
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People you can talk to about anything
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You will meet regularly and do keywork sessions with
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Will help you to plan to achieve your goals
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You can ask to meet with at any time.
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Will record information in your file Your
ADVISE
Your support workers can help advise you and support you in the following areas:
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Housing
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Education, training and employment
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Independent Living Skills
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Physical health
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Stress · Leisure
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Self confidence and self esteem
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Support networks, friends and relationships · Family
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Advocacy
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KEYWORK SESSIONS
Keywork sessions are your time to learn independent living skills that can help you live successfully within the community. Your keywork sessions can be delivered by your allocated keyworker or any other support worker on shift. The amount of keywork sessions you receive each week is determined by your care plan . Below are examples of the topics covered.
Budgeting
Food Hygiene & Storage
DIY
Applying for Jobs
Sexual Health
Safe Relationships
Family Relationships
Basic First Aid
Obtaining a TV License
Savings
Fire Safety
Paying Bills
Washing/Ironing Clothes
Who to Contact in Financial Difficulties
Tax Contributions
Cooking
Keeping Safe
Shopping/Storing Food
Operating the Boiler
Opening Bank Accounts
DAY-TO-DAY
LIFE AT ANACO CARE SERVICES 16+
Each young person's day-to-day life is unique, shaped by their individual responsibilities and interests. However, there is a common framework that provides structure.
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Independent wake-up or a wake-up call from staff.
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Daily self-care routine.
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Participation in education or employment, or attendance at a daytime keywork session.
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Returning to the unit from education or work, completing homework tasks with or without staff support.
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Socializing with other young people and staff members.
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Engaging in keywork sessions or unit activities. Preparing for the next day ahead.
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DAY-TO-DAY
LIFE AT ANACO CARE SERVICES 18+
A typical day in an 18+ semi-independent living home depends on the individual’s goals, whether they’re in education, training, or work. However, the structure is generally flexible, allowing residents to develop independence while still having support when needed. Here’s an example of what a day might look like:
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7:00 AM – 9:00 AM: Wake up, shower, get dressed, and have breakfast (self-prepared).
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9:00 AM – 10:00 AM: If in education or work, leave for college, university, or a job. If unemployed, check job listings, attend a training course, or meet with a key worker for support.
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10:00 AM – 12:00 PM: Life skills development—this could include budgeting sessions, cleaning the living space, attending a cooking class, or a meeting about future housing plans.
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Afternoon:
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12:00 PM – 1:00 PM: Lunch (self-prepared or with other residents).
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1:00 PM – 3:00 PM: Personal time—this could be studying, job applications, attending a support group, or taking part in social activities.
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3:00 PM – 5:00 PM: Meeting with key workers (if needed), attending health appointments, or engaging in community activities such as volunteering or sports.
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Evening:
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5:00 PM – 6:00 PM: Dinner (self-cooked)
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6:00 PM – 8:00 PM: Free time—this might include socializing, watching TV, gaming, or going out. Some residents might also have part-time jobs during this time.
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8:00 PM – 10:00 PM: Winding down—relaxing, speaking to family or friends, preparing for the next day.
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Late Night:
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10:00 PM – 11:00 PM: Personal time before bed (reading, listening to music, etc.).
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11:00 PM – 12:00 AM: Sleep, although this depends on the individual’s schedule.
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Additional Support & Responsibilities:
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Residents are expected to do their own cleaning, laundry, and shopping.
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Support workers may check in with residents regularly, but are more focused on independent
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