Melissa's Story - Our First Cruise

We went from Southampton and we had to leave home at 6 am. Our ship was called The Ventura and we visited Vigo, Lisbon, La Rochelle and Brest. I liked the food and the staff were very helpful towards us. Click for More

 
Pauline's Story

Pauline’s son Nick is 44 years old and has been using Independent Options’ short breaks services since he was a child.  Four years ago, Pauline got together with the parents of three other adults who use our short breaks services and they began to think about how they could plan for their children’s future, knowing that there would come a time when they may not be able to take care of them. Click for More

 

Jennie’s Story

Jennie is a 19 year old young woman who has autism. She was living at home with her family but now has her own apartment, where she lives independently with support, which is paid for through her individual budget. Jennie has a Circle of Support, whose members chose Independent Options to be her support provider. Click for More

Jamie’s Story

Jamie is 20 years old and has Asperger’s Syndrome. Jamie had to move out of his family home because he had used threatening behaviour towards his mum and sister and the police had been involved. Click for More

Adam’s Story

Adam is 20 years old and has autism. He started having short breaks at 55a Beech Avenue after hearing about the service through our ‘transitions group for young people who have recently moved from children’s to adult services. He lives at home with his mum and he had never stayed away from home before. Click for More