Adult and Community Services
Welcome to our World (WOW)
What does the service provide?
A structured programme is used to provide various opportunities for service users and includes shop cook and eat, horse riding, bowling, lunch outings, music, computers and craft.
Some of these activities are community-based and the emphasis is on getting service users to participate in the local community.
The unit uses both Treatment and Education of Autistic and related Communication Handicapped Children, and Pyramid Educational Consultants.
The gardens at Heathlands were specifically designed to provide sensory stimulation for service users (e.g. using various herbs and foliage) whilst at the same time providing a safe and pleasant environment.
There is also a separate area for outside activities which has an astroturf surface. The Autism unit has its own secluded garden where service users grow vegetables and flowers.
Who is the service provided to?
Adults with learning disabilities, and Autistic Spectrum Disorders.
Age range
18 - 65 years.
Who is eligible for the service?
The service users must meet all of the following criteria:
- Have a learning disability
- Have autistic spectrum disorders
How is the service accessed?
By referral and following an assessment of need. If you do not already have a named social worker, the first point of contact for this service is: Adult and Community Services Care Management Team - Telephone (Duty Officer) 020 8227 5432
Is the receipt of the service time-limited?
There are regular reviews in the first year and then annual reviews thereafter. Any changes will depend upon the assessed need of the individual and any change in circumstances.
Capacity
12 places.
Is there a charge for the service?
There is a weekly charge to cover the cost of cooked meals and refreshments. Service users also pay for their community activities costs.
Attendance details
Service users attend the Autism unit on a sessional or daily basis, according to their assessed need and each individual will have a programme that is tailored to their specific needs.
Opening hours
Monday, 8.40am - 4.10pm
Tuesday, 8.40am - 4.10pm
Wednesday, 8.30am - 4.10pm
Thursday, 8.40am - 4.10pm
Friday, 8.40am - 4pm
(Closed on bank holidays)
Location
Road: Heathlands is situated in the Heathway - opposite Connor Road, which comes off the Heathway
Rail: Dagenham Dock (Chequers Lane)
Tube: Dagenham Heathway (District Line). It is a 20 minute walk from here or you can take the 173 or 175 (below)
Bus: Buses 173 and 175 run along the Heathway
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