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Elliot spent 4.5 years in hospital, not because he needed long-term treatment, but because the right support wasn’t in place. Four and a half years of restrictions. Four and a half years without the freedom to explore, travel, or simply enjoy his favourite café. His family never stopped fighting for him. And when we began working together, we made a promise: Elliot will be at the centre of every decision. So we asked the questions that should have been asked long ago: What matters to him? What feels overwhelming? What helps him thrive? With his family, clinicians, and our team working side by side, everything changed. ✔A consistent, trusted support team ✔Clear routines that helped him feel safe ✔Reduced medication and no restraint ✔Days filled with the things he loves - trains, buildings, music, time with his sister Today, Elliot lives in his own bungalow, plans his own days, visits his favourite building in London, and relaxes at “his” table in Starbucks. Most evenings, he phones his mum simply to say: “Goodnight.” A small moment and a sign that he finally feels safe. 💙 Read more here: https://lnkd.in/dd7rhxQa

Elliot spent 4.5 years in hospital, surrounded by restrictions. Now, he lives in his own home, decides how to spend his day, and is planning his first holiday in nearly a decade. His story is a powerful reminder of what becomes possible with the right support - not just for Elliot, but for his whole family. It encourages us to reflect on what truly matters in care, what we celebrate as progress, and most importantly, how we see the people we support. 💬“He phones me every night now. Just to say goodnight.” – Christine, Elliot’s mother Learn how a supportive team and a focus on what matters most helped Elliot live life on his own terms. https://lnkd.in/dd7rhxQa

What if we stopped asking “What’s wrong?” And started asking “What matters to you?” For years, restrictions defined Elliot’s life. But when support shifted to reflect who he is, someone who loves trains, nature, and time with his family - he finally had the chance to live life on his own terms. “It’s not about control. It’s about trust. It’s about walking beside him, every step of the way.” - Darren Moyle, PBS Practitioner Elliot’s journey encourages us to reflect on what truly matters in care, what we celebrate as progress, and most importantly, how we see the people we support. Watch Elliot’s journey below! Read more here: https://lnkd.in/dd7rhxQa #ThisIsMyLife #SocialCare #HumanRights

💙We received this lovely photo of Rebecca Davis, Elliot’s sister, presenting at the Supported Living Property Network Conference. Her story is a powerful reminder that we all need to pull together to co-create community-based discharge solutions, so that people in hospital, and those at risk of admission, can return to their communities and families, where they belong. Read more about Elliot's story here: https://lnkd.in/dd7rhxQa Carol Taylor, Mable Mtambo #CommunityCare #PersonCentredSupport #HospitalDischarge #SocialCare #CareCommunity #FamilySupport

“Being there for families makes all the difference.”💜 Meet Paula Howard, our Family Relationship Manager. In this video, Paula shares how she works alongside families, clinicians and the people we support - helping everyone feel safe, heard and empowered. From easing stress and building trust, to helping people live their aspirations, Paula's role is all about relationships - and making sure no one feels alone in their journey. 💬Listening with care 🏡Supporting whole families 🎯Helping people thrive Watch Paula’s story and see how putting families at the heart of care makes all the difference. https://lnkd.in/dpKUkkrZ #FamilyCentredCare #PersonCentredSupport #EmpoweringFamilies #TrustedCare #RelationshipBasedCare

💜Travelling by train for the first time was a big moment for William, and it’s lovely to hear his dad reflect on the experience. With the right support around him, William has been able to get out more, try new things and enjoy more of his community. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/dJfAy_Cy