The People We Support

Who are the people we support

We provide support for adults with Autism, learning disabilities and Mental Health conditions. Within this there are a huge range of people, from young adults who have recently left education, through to people who we support to remain in in and thrive in employment, as well as to live independently, through to people who are retired and facing fresh challenges. This can mean supporting people for a few hours a week to support them to remain independent, through to 24 hour support within a person's home.

How To Access Support

There are three ways you can access our support:

Commissioned support through your local Council - Your social worker will contact us regarding arranging support for you

Direct Payment funding through your local Council - You will receive funding from your Council and you can contact us once this is in place to discuss how you would like your support to look

Self-funding - You can fund your support yourself and contact us directly to discuss how you would like your support arranged

Success Stories

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"I’ve been supported by You First for four years, and it’s changed my life. Before, I struggled with a small team that didn’t meet my needs. Now, I have a reliable support team, real control over my rota, and a stronger relationship with my family. I help interview staff, travel to concerts and festivals, and even work as an Oliver McGowan co-trainer. Thanks to You First, I’m living independently, with confidence, choice, and joy.

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Working at You First, I realised not only was I making a positive difference to the lives of others, it was having a positive impact on my own life.

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Frequently asked questions

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Make a difference today!

Our team delivers person-centred support that empowers adults with learning disabilities, autism, and mental health needs to live full independent lives.