Encourage. Believe. Empower. Achieve

About me

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Experience:

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My name is Ellie, I have a wealth of knowledge working in support. I have volunteered in different settings, lead various group for parents with young children, helped at events and fundraised. In my 14 years’ experience I have had the pleasure of working alongside lots of unique individuals from different backgrounds in their own homes on a regular basis. 

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I have experience in working alongside people affected by mental illness, ADHD, Autism, PDA, learning disabilities, emotional dysregulation, challenging behaviour, Deaf/blind and other physical disabilities. I have worked in individual’s homes and supported people at community events and groups. I have enjoyed my roles as a family support practitioner, supporting children in education and working in a therapeutic environment. I am passionate about making a difference to others lives and hold the individual at the heart of everything I do.

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Working with children:

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I have a neurodivergent family and feel passionate about working with these group of individuals. Working within mainstream schools I have supported children with additional needs on a 1:1 basis along with working in a therapeutic pupil referral unit. This gave me vast experiences in working with challenging behaviours, understanding what life is like for the child and knowing that behaviour is a communication of a need and managing these effectively. Many children need a safe space, sensory time or time alone to reflect. Recognising triggers and sharing interests has been positive in maintaining good relationships, keeping regulated and being able to progress without time constraints. Ensuring an approach that is flexible and adaptable to meet the needs of the child at all times. Having the knowledge of children whom have special educational needs has enabled me to not only support their learning but their journey through life and personal growth.

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Working with adults:

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Unique Support for Unique People (US4UP) helps individuals be supported how I believe they should be. US4UP is different to other services. Most people are able to get support with their care when required, but many would like the opportunity to continue to have great experiences, meet new people, try a new hobby or interest or go out for the day and would benefit from someone to help them make this possible. I would like to be part of that journey with people. I am always there to listen, I can be your voice when you want to be heard and I will encourage you to make positive changes to your life.

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There are many difficulties we face in everyday life but these do not need to become who we are, we are more than that and I embrace individuality. US4UP understand many of the challenges we can face and we are here to help you do what you can to overcome these, in a way that suits you. I believe focusing on people’s strengths enables them to achieve their goals. I want to provide a valuable service until the individual is no longer needing support. I will do this by forming relationships based on trust, giving you the support that is required and help you to become more independent, stronger, confident, and be able to live a happier more fulfilling life. I am proud to offer a service where the individual is at the centre of all decisions with their choices valued and respected. Unique Support for Unique People is your service, we discuss what it is you want and how we can help you to do it.