T.H.O.M.A.S Men's Blackburn

Vacancies:

Telephone

01254 59240

Address

WITTON BANK, Spring Lane, Lancashire, BB2 2PW, England

[email protected]

Website

https://www.thomasonline.org.uk/

Substance misuse

Drugs:

Alcohol:

Typical length of first stage programme:

Typical length of second stage programme:

Mandatory drug/alcohol testing:

Randomly / on suspicion

Detoxification available:

Support available

Supported housing and resettlement:

Education, training and employment:

Female only groups:

Philosophy:

Eclectic/integrated

12-step (inc MM)

CBT/social learning

Therapeutic community

Programme details:

The THOMAS therapeutic programme is essentially an eclectic approach to drug and alcohol rehabilitation. It combines the "biopsychosocial" model of recovery with the Minnesota concepts. It encompasses an integrative method of therapy and human development based on: Logic, Accepted Psychological Theories, Lived Expereince and Community Living, Creative Art Therapy, Learning and Development. In addition it invites graduates of its programme to join an Academy of Development after drug treatment ends, where it is committed to it's students success. It teaches people the skills needed to advanced into the world of employment Our therapeutic programme lasts for six months followed by a further six months in our totally abstinent Supported Housing Move on Accommodation where graduates can put into practice what they have learned in a safe and secure environment prior to moving onto completely independent living

Family support services:

ACHEIVE/ EARLY BREAK/EMERGING FUTURES/

Activities provided for children and families:

Books, Games, DVD's, TV Garden for outdoor play if supervised by an adult.

Post treatment support:

no details supplied

Harm reduction policies for clients leaving the programme early:

Clients will be referred to our community support service in Blackburn and all agencies involved will be informed.

Resettlement/after care services:

Our Stage 1 Programme lasts for 6 months, then there is the option of an additional 6 months in our Supported Housing Scheme. This scheme is 12 fully furnished, self contained flats in two blocks. There are group sessions in a morning and afternoons are free to pursue voluntary work, education or skills training. All residents are allocated their own key worker. In addition to the above we have our own Community Support Service where clients can be supported for up to two years.

Hours a client would typically spend on elements of the programme in a week

One to one counselling and key working hours:

Group work hours:

Complementary therapies hours:

Education hours:

Domestic duties hours:

Other activities hours:

Other details:

Sport, gym, walking and gardening.

Other details hours:

n/a

Treatment completion rate

Treatment complete:

n/a

Service user transferred:

n/a

Treatment incomplete dropped out:

n/a

Treatment incomplete withdrawn by provider:

n/a

Ages accepted

Age range lowest:

Age range highest:

Accepted clients

Accepted genders:

Males only

Couples

Pregnant women

Service users with children

Orders of residence

Clients under Drug Rehabilitation Requirements (DRRs)

Clients under other community orders

Children are accepted as residents

Accepts client on anti-depressants

Accepts client on anti-psychotics

Dual diagnosis clients accepted

Other acceptance criteria

CJ court reports:

CJ accompanied court attendance:

Children can have day visits:

Children can have overnight visits:

How the programme is equipped for dual diagnosis or complex needs:

The organisation works in partnership with Calico and the community mental health team to offer client the best support possible.

Exclusions and restrictions to admission:

All potential residents are assessed on an individual basis. However, there are certain situations where further investigation & information needs to be gathered. Some Schedule 1 offenders can not be admitted.

Detox programme details:

no details supplied

Languages available:

n/a

Level of wheelchair access:

Limited

Sign language:

Pets:

Level of catering:

Self-catering

Domestic responsibilities:

Full involvement

Other facilities:

n/a

Religious holidays observed:

Religious dietary requirements:

Facilities to worship:

Vacancies:

Total registered beds:

Services types

Residential:

Support services:

Funding type:

n/a

Gross weekly residential charge:

n/a

Block contracts:

Block contract costs:

n/a

Other cost related services:

Reports £25 Escort At cost Drug test £10

Assessment and admissions:

Potential residents will be assessed by the Assessment Co-ordinator either in person or by telephone contact. This assessment incorporates the individuals psychological and emotional needs, a risk management plan, copies of any previous convictions, medical questionnaire and any other information may help the assessment process. The assessment usually lasts for up to one hour. During this process there is opportunity for potential residents to ask any questions they may have about the programme. If after interview the person decides that they want to come to THOMAS and the Assessment Co-ordinator has concluded they are suitable to become part of our community, and would benefit from our service, an admission date will be offered, subject to funding being in place by that date. Every resident is allocated their own key worker and a Care Plan is prepared which will be regularly reviewed throughout the programme. THOMAS has a comprehensive case management system which monitors their progress and achievements during their stay.

Additional admission services:

Prison assessments can be arranged in the North West. Telephone assessments in place for out of areas. Prospective residents can come to the project to look round and be assessed.

Discharge policies:

We will discharge clients who: 1. Use or bring illegal substances onto the premises. 2. Are violent to staff or other service users or the general public. All clients are given a copy of the care home rules.

Registration:

Rehabilitation

Registered with the National Drug Treatment Monitoring System (NDTMS):

Registered with the Care Quality Commission (CQC) - from October 2010 (England only):

Local authorities using this project:

York

Local Care Quality Commission/Inspectorate office:

n/a

Region:

North West

Local Authority area:

Blackburn with Darwen

Drug and Alcohol Team:

n/a

Quality initiatives:

NTDMS forms completed. DANOS compliant. CSCI compliant Supporting people

Doctors/Psychiatrists:

n/a

Nurses:

Dual diagnosis workers:

n/a

General counsellors:

n/a

Other clinical:

n/a

Volunteers:

n/a

Resettlement workers:

Children's workers:

n/a

Service managers:

Training staff:

n/a

Other non-clinical:

n/a

Staff qualifications:

n/a

Night cover:

24 hours