High Cross House

High Cross House supports 9 people with learning disabilities aged between 29 and 43 including those with Autism and Down's Syndrome.

Overview of service

High Cross House is ideally located in a pleasant area with good transport links to all areas of the city. We have a staff team of 10 people which includes a Manager, a Deputy Manager, three Senior Support Workers, four Support Workers and a Maintenance Worker.

We attained a 2 stars, Good rating from CQC in March 2009.

There is a named keyworker system in place and everyone has an individual Person Centred Plan, which is constantly evolving to meet their needs. We promote independence in all aspects of daily life and encourage people to make decisions and choices about their lives and the running of the home. We hold monthly "Your Voice" meetings and have a representative on the National Forum..

An open door policy is in place and families and friends are always welcome and are often involved in social and recreational events with us.

What it's like to live here

People are involved in all aspects of the running of the home

• Menu planning, shopping and meal preparation
• Domestic tasks, including own laundry and bedroom cleaning
• Staff recruitment
• Attending work placements and college
• Attending social and recreational events of their choosing
• Travelling independently using local transport
   

Surroundings

A pleasant location with good transport links throughout the city and only minutes away from the motorway and train station.

There is a variety of local shops nearby and various colleges easily accessible by public transport. There is a nearby local Cultural Quarter with theatres, cinemas, bowling alley, restaurants, a shopping centre and a museum. We are close to Alton Towers, Shugborough Hall, Trentham Gardens and the Monkey Forest.

Service facilities

It is a large Victorian house wit a garden to the rear where we hold BBQ's in the Summer.

Individuals are encouraged and supported to personalised their bedrooms and be involved in menu planning and food preparation. There are a large variety of leisure activities and it is a very happy home with a welcoming atmosphere.

Location

High Cross House,
93 Blurton Road,
Blurton,
Stoke-on-Trent,
ST3 2BS

Contact details

Telephone: 01782 596 629
Fax number: 01782 594 629
Email address: highcross.house@craegmoor.co.uk