Supported Accommodation

Chellaston Road

Location
Derby, Derbyshire

Number of beds
6

Type of care
Short Term (3- 6 months), Medium Term (6 – 12 months) and Long Term (12 months plus) supported accommodation for young people aged 16 to 18 who are looked after or leaving care.

Oak Tree Meadows’s 16+ supported accommodation service is for young people aged 16-18 years old for whom the Local Authority has a statutory duty. We work with young people who are:

  • Leaving care
  • Looked after
  • Risk of homelessness

We collaborate closely with local authority partners to provide high-quality supported accommodation managed by a highly competent and well-trained staff team. Our service operates in full alignment with quality standards to ensure young people are empowered as they transition toward adulthood. We recognize every young person as a unique individual, ensuring their wishes, feelings, and identity remain at the heart of their journey.

By adopting a person-centered, strengths-based approach, we support young people in reaching their full potential and improving their life chances. Our home provides a safe, homely environment characterized by emotional resilience, stability, and the development of practical life skills. We are committed to safeguarding every resident through open communication with families and partners, ensuring that support evolves as they move toward successful independence or return to family.

Our Ethos

We are dedicated to providing an exceptional residential supported accommodation service that offers a safe, warm, and nurturing home for young people aged 16 to 18. At Oak Tree Meadows, we celebrate and empower the unique identity of every young person, championing their cultural, ethnic, religious, and social diversity while ensuring they are fully informed of their rights. Our service is designed to support individuals who have experienced varied life paths or may require specialized care for their emotional and developmental growth. We focus on building resilience and providing the tailored support needed for every young person to flourish.

Our Aims

  • We provide a safe, secure, and stimulating environment where young people can build the life skills necessary for successful independence.
  • We work hand-in-hand with young people and those with parental responsibility to ensure everyone is involved in achieving the best possible outcomes.
  • Each young person is assigned a dedicated Key Worker to provide stability and personalized guidance throughout their journey.
  • We empower young people to master practical self-care, health management, and financial budgeting to prepare them for adult life.
  • We support the creation of tailored plans that help young people reach their full potential through meaningful education, training, and employment.
  • By fostering social inclusion and practical skills, we ensure a smooth and confident transition to independent living.
  • We focus on building emotional strength and self-belief, encouraging young people to recognize and grow their own abilities.
  • We support the development of positive, lasting relationships with family, friends, and professionals.
  • We use structured support planning and regular reporting to monitor progress and celebrate every milestone achieved.
  • We actively encourage young people to maintain and strengthen their ties within the local community.
  • Our home is a prejudice-free space where young people are listened to and feel safe expressing their wishes and feelings through a person-centered approach.
  • We celebrate individuality and treat every young person with dignity, focusing on reinforcing their strengths and positive contributions.
  • We continually refine our practices through rigorous evaluation to ensure we provide the highest quality of care.
  • We place the views of young people and their families at the heart of our service, ensuring their voices shape the care they receive.
  • We provide diverse activities that enhance quality of life, build social networks, and reduce isolation.
  • We maintain high expectations for every young person, using regular reviews and provider checks to ensure they have every opportunity to excel.

Chellaston Road

Chellaston Road offers a safe and welcoming home for unaccompanied young people aged 16 to 18, providing a supportive environment for short, medium, or long-term stays. Located in a Allenton part of Derby, this spacious, newly refurbished six-bedroom semi-detached house is just a few minutes' walk from various local amenities and bus routes. This prime location ensures that young people can easily access essential services, shopping, and community hubs as they begin their journey toward independence.

The home is managed by an experienced Service Manager and a dedicated team of qualified support workers who are available 24/7 to provide guidance and mentorship. Our support packages are flexible, typically starting from five hours of direct assistance, and are designed to help young people navigate their new surroundings and develop the life skills needed for the future. The focus is on empowering each individual to thrive within a communal setting while receiving the right level of oversight to ensure their well-being.

Inside, the property has been finished to a high standard with modern furnishings and all the comforts of a contemporary home, including a fully fitted kitchen, laundry facilities, and a comfortable communal lounge for relaxing or socializing. Each young person has their own spacious bedroom, which includes an ensuite facility and a private kitchenette area, allowing them to practice independent cooking and food storage in their own space. We provide individual keys to every room and warmly encourage residents to personalize their bedrooms with their own items to help them feel truly at home.

Because the home is so centrally located, young people are perfectly positioned to engage with the local community. There are numerous recreational activities, social clubs, and transport links within walking distance, all of which promote positive social inclusion and help young people build strong networks during their transition to adult life.