Making A Referral

1. Ring 0115 9170010 to speak to the reception staff who can advise if a bed is available.
2. You can also view current vacancies which are updated daily at the national SAN website: www.secureaccommodation.org.uk For a more informed discussion ask to speak to the ‘Duty Manager’ on the above number.  The duty managers with be either:
3. Thirza Smith: Centre Manager
4. Norman Chessman: Deputy Manager
5. Jenny Monk: Deputy Manager

What we expect of placing authorities

• To keep in regular contact with the child (at least a visit every two weeks), and to chair or attend monthly reviews of the placement.
• To give 7 days notice when ending the placement and to provide financial commitment for the period of any unplanned discharge.
• To secure a resettlement package including education and residency at the earliest opportunity (NB:  In all cases no longer than three months into placement or within a month of discharge which ever is the shorter period).
• To provide financial support for clothing needs, and provide reparation costs for any damages to the centre costing over five hundred pounds.
• To support family visits financially or practically on a fortnightly basis at the very least.
• To promote work to enhance family relationships and resolve previous trauma/abuse.