Our Admissions Policy

At the Myriad Centre we have a structured admissions process that ensures all individuals joining us do so at a pace which suits them and within an individually tailored and personalised framework to manage their admission safely and effectively.

We will ensure that the application process is managed in a person-centred way and, as a result of the process, that we ascertain whether the Myriad Centre can meet the client’s needs, that the expectations of prospective clients and their families/carers are fully understood, and that the package we can offer is tailored to meet the needs and expectations of the individual.

We aim to support, in the first instance, individuals with profound and multiple disabilities as a continued specialism. However, each application will be assessed on its own merits and if it is decided that we are able to support the individual safely and effectively, we will extend our support to people with learning disabilities and other complex needs.   It is not our expectation now that we will support individuals with behaviour that is challenging or with medical needs more suited to a health setting.

We will also ensure that the terms and conditions of the Myriad Centre are fully explored with the person(s) responsible for purchasing the service on behalf of the individual client.

Initial assessment

Each prospective client will have an initial visit by at least one member of our team who is responsible for client assessment.  Their needs will be assessed, and funding arrangements will also be discussed at this meeting. The assessor will complete the new referral client assessment forms. If a place can be offered, a personal support plan (care plan) will then be developed which will include relevant information from the client and their parents/carers, as well as professionals, and classroom staff who have already been involved with the individual’s support. The care plan will be reviewed on an ongoing basis. New clients and their parents/carers will be given a welcome pack and a handbook, including terms and conditions of service.

Taster sessions

Everyone starting with Myriad will be offered up to three taster sessions, and parents/carers are most welcome to also come along.

Reviews

During the first three months, each new client has a monthly review where we can discuss progress etc to ensure that we are meeting the needs and interests of the individual and that the level of support they are receiving is appropriate. Parents/carers can attend these reviews and all information will be shared. Subsequently, reviews will be held annually, and care plans are updated on an on-going basis as necessary. If we have reason to believe that the level of care that people are receiving is not meeting their needs, then support packages can be enhanced or reduced if needed, but this will always be carried out in consultation with other professional agencies, clients and parents/carers.