Connected Stars

Welcome to Connected Stars, a 24-hour residential home that provides support to young people between the ages of 16-21. Our mission is to create a safe and nurturing environment where young people can develop the skills they need to live an independent and fulfilling life. We believe that every young person deserves the opportunity to succeed, and we are committed to providing the support they need to make that happen.

We currently provide person-centred support for young people with:
Learning difficulties; Gilles de la Tourette's syndrome; Autistic spectrum; attention deficit hyperactivity disorder; Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder; Autistic spectrum disorder; Development delays global; Speech/language develop discord; Laxity of ligament wide; Gender Transition; Oppositional defiant disorder; Suicidal tendencies; self-harm; substance misuse.

OUR HISTORY

Connected Stars was founded by a team of experienced professionals who were passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of young people. Since then, we have supported hundreds of young people who have faced a range of challenges, from homelessness and family breakdown to mental health issues and substance misuse. We are proud of the impact we have made, and we are committed to continuing to grow and evolve to meet the changing needs of young people.

OUR APPROACH

At Connected Stars, we believe that every young person is unique, with their own strengths, weaknesses, and areas of need. That's why we provide individualized support plans that are tailored to the specific needs of each young person we work with. We offer a range of services that are designed to support young people in every aspect of their lives, from safe and comfortable accommodation to life skills training and job readiness programs. Our goal is to help each young person develop the skills they need to live an independent and fulfilling life, and to achieve their goals.

ETHOS

At Connected Stars, we take pride in offering top-quality support within a harmonious and high-quality environment. We believe in taking a proactive approach to support, focusing on prevention rather than simply reacting to crises. We recognize the importance of understanding triggers, as well as the setting events that led up to them, so that we can help our youth build the skills and confidence they need to navigate challenging situations.

Our approach is centered around empowering individuals to believe in themselves, to develop self-confidence, and to become more self-reliant. We believe that every young person has the potential to achieve great things, and we are dedicated to helping them realize their goals. With our support, young people can gain the skills they need to become more independent, to pursue their passions, and to live fulfilling lives.

Connected Stars are actively working together with psychiatrists, social workers, Catch 22, CAMHS and other professionals who are involved with our young people.

We currently provide person-centered support for young people with:
Learning difficulties; Gilles de la Tourette's syndrome; Autistic spectrum; attention deficit hyperactivity disorder; attention deficit hyperactivity disorder; Autistic spectrum disorder; Development delays global; Speech/language develop discord; Laxity of ligament wide; Gender Transition; Oppositional defiant disorder; Suicidal tendencies; self-harm; substance misuse.

We are committed to providing a safe and nurturing environment where young people can develop relationships with the support of our staff, and we are dedicated to helping young people achieve economic independence. We believe that every young person has the potential to succeed, and we are here to help them make that happen.

WHAT PEOPLE SAY ABOUT US

I am so grateful for the support I received from Connected Stars. They provided me with a safe and nurturing environment where I could develop the skills I needed to become independent. The team was always there for me, no matter what, and I truly felt like part of their family.

Connected Stars has been an absolute lifeline for me. I had nowhere else to go and was really struggling, but they took me in and gave me the support and guidance I needed to get back on my feet. The staff were amazing and always went above and beyond to help me. I cannot recommend them enough!

As a parent, I was really worried about my son's future when he turned 16 and we couldn't support him anymore. However, Connected Stars has been a godsend. They've given him a safe and caring home, and helped him to develop the skills he needs to become independent. I'm so grateful for everything they've done.

I was really nervous about moving into Connected Stars, but the staff were so welcoming and supportive. They helped me to settle in and feel comfortable, and now I can't imagine being anywhere else. The level of care and attention they provide is second to none, and I would recommend them to anyone.

I can't thank Connected Stars enough for everything they've done for me. They've given me a safe and nurturing environment to live in and helped me to develop the skills I need to be independent. The staff are amazing, and they really care about their service users. I don't know where I'd be without them.