Nurture PlaceTherapeutic care

Referrals

A clear, careful referral route.

For commissioners and social workers, this page sets out exactly how a referral works and what helps us decide well.

We will be straight with you, quickly.About whether we are the right home, before anyone's hopes are raised.
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Planned admissions

Designed for professional confidence.

We work to planned admissions wherever possible, so a young person arrives prepared and the match has been thought through.

  1. Get in touch

    Call or email the home to start a conversation.

  2. Share the picture

    Needs, history, risk information and the outcome you are seeking.

  3. We assess fit

    Against the young people already living here, and honestly.

  4. Plan the arrival

    An introduction and a gentle arrival, where time allows.

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What we need

To consider a referral well.

The more we understand at the outset, the safer and faster our decision.

Helpful information

  • The young person's age, history and current needs

  • Relevant risk assessments and any recent incidents

  • Education status and any health or therapeutic input

  • The outcome the placing authority is seeking

How we decide

  • We assess fit against the young people already living here

  • We consider whether our team and home can meet the needs safely

  • We plan the introduction and arrival where time allows

  • Emergency admissions are considered carefully and within strict limits

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Common questions

Questions commissioners ask.

Short, straight answers to the things professionals usually want to know first.

Who does Nurture Place support?

Young people aged 10 to 17 at the point of admission, who have experienced trauma, loss or disrupted attachment and need a relational, therapeutic home.

How do referrals work?

We work to planned admissions wherever possible. Share the young person's needs, history and risk information, and we respond quickly on whether we are the right home.

Do you accept emergency placements?

Emergency admissions are considered carefully and within strict limits, so that every young person already living in the home stays safe.

Where is the home, and how do we get in touch?

The home is in Kent. To discuss a referral, call 07480 928818 or email enquiries@nurtureplacecare.co.uk.

Make contact

Ready to talk about a young person?

We welcome enquiries from commissioners, social workers and families. Tell us a little about the young person and we will respond carefully and promptly.