One of our previous residents has taken the time to reflect on life, staff and expectations whilst in our care.. "Being in care isnt all that bad. I think to my self, Why are they making my life hell? When actually deep down I know all there trying to do is help us live our lives in the correct way. I was in care at one point, The carers I had were brilliant but I always told my self, There just trying to get into your head to find out your … [Read more...]
Great feedback for The Grange!
We often underestimate the vital support our excellent Education staff and services provide to very troubled children – it sometimes takes an frank and honest letter from a parent to remind ourselves how good we are! Below is an extract of a recent letter of thanks from the parents of M – no further comment is required! “Just a thank you for everything you did for our son during his 3 years at the Grange, M came to you as a very troubled 11 … [Read more...]
Alcohol Awareness Week at Keys Group 14th to 20th November 2016
Fran Gracie our Substance Misuse Operations Manager at Keys has introduced Alcohol Awareness week (#knowthesigns) to all our Keys Homes and Schools as part of the annual national campaign. Fran stated “The statistics show that alcohol remains a leading risk factor for death amongst Men and Women aged 15-49 and is also costing the UK billions in health costs. Every hour a family loses a loved one to alcohol. At the Keys Group we recognise … [Read more...]
CRP hits the headlines again!!
The following press release is due to be published in the influential Municipal Journal this week. This again underlines the importance of true partnership working and progressive commissioning and represents another 'pat on the back' for everyone involved in the Cross Regional Project, especially encouraging are the comments from the CRP Partners (see below press release) PRESS RELEASE An innovative scheme providing homes for some … [Read more...]
Keys Group look forward to the imminent publication of the Narey report
Sir Martin Narey gave Commissioners and Providers alike a welcome preview of some “themed” feedback on his wide ranging research into residential care for children at the recent annual National Childrens Commissioners Conference in Swanwick, Derbyshire. Sir Martins Narey`s report (due to be published in July) is likely to be viewed as shaping the future of residential care for children for the next decade and probably beyond. Of particular … [Read more...]