Who Our Autism Care Is For
Our personal care service is ideal for:
- Adults aged 18+ with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) seeking supported living or in-home care.
- Individuals with additional diagnoses, such as ADHD, learning disabilities, anxiety, or sensory processing issues.
- Families seeking structured, person-centred care to help a loved one live independently.
- People transitioning from education to adulthood, needing help adapting to daily life, work, or relationships.
We support both high-functioning individuals and those with more complex needs, offering flexible care that adapts to each journey.
Our Approach to Autism Care
Our autism support is designed to be practical, empowering, and emotionally attuned. Key aspects of our care include:
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- Structured Daily Routines: Establishing clear, predictable schedules to create a sense of safety and reduce uncertainty.
- Sensory-Sensitive Environments: Adapting settings and activities to align with the individual’s sensory preferences or sensitivities.
- Communication Support: Using verbal, non-verbal, visual aids, Makaton, or assistive tech—whatever suits the individual best.
- Social and Emotional Coaching: Encouraging appropriate social interaction, coping skills, and emotional expression through patient engagement.
- Life Skills Development: Support with cooking, cleaning, budgeting, and travel training to promote independence.
- Positive Behavioural Strategies: Managing routines and transitions gently, using clear expectations and encouragement rather than discipline.
Every plan is tailored—with input from families, professionals, and the individual themselves—because we believe care should never be one-size-fits-all.
Why Choose Our Autism Support?
GentleDove Healthcare takes a compassionate and collaborative approach. Here’s what sets us apart:
- Specialist-Trained Carers: Our team receives autism-specific training, including communication methods, sensory regulation, and behaviour management.
- Consistency and Trust: We assign consistent carers to build familiarity and reduce anxiety through continuity of care.
- Empowerment Through Structure: Our routines are built with—and not just for—the individuals we support, encouraging autonomy and confidence.
- Respect for Neurodiversity: We don’t try to “fix” autistic traits. We honour each person’s identity while supporting their needs.
- Collaborative Planning: Care plans are created in partnership with families, educators, therapists, and the individual where possible.
Our goal is not only to provide care—but to enhance personal growth, confidence, and quality of life.
Autism Service Features
We offer a range of flexible services depending on the individual’s living situation and support needs:
- In-Home Support: Hourly or daily assistance with routines, hygiene, meals, hobbies, and emotional regulation.
- Supported Living Services: 24/7 or part-time assistance in supported housing for greater independence.
- Community Engagement: Help with accessing education, volunteering, work placements, or leisure activities
- Transition Planning: Support for young adults moving from children’s services to adult life.
- Parental Relief (Respite): Scheduled care that gives family members time to recharge while ensuring consistent support.
We adapt services regularly as needs evolve, promoting long-term stability and progress.