Long and short term
We care for children from the ages of 8-18 and offer both short and long-term placements. We provide a range of homes from one to four bedrooms which cater for varying needs.
Our care services are designed to meet the diverse needs of all children and young people, with personalised support tailored to their individual requirements.
The homes are all situated in quiet residential areas – giving young people a tranquil space to grow, develop and heal.
Friendly and relaxed
Our calm, friendly homes are places where children and young people can feel safe and cared for. Young people often arrive feeling wary of adults and unsure about their future.
With our support, they can start to build trusting relationships, pursue hobbies and interests, learn new skills and plan for the future.
Building trusting relationships
Team members provide positive role models for the children and young people in our care. We use the PACE (playfulness, acceptance, curiosity and empathy) approach, informed by the latest research and thinking – learn more about our therapeutic practice.
The team is highly skilled and resilient in managing challenging and high-risk behaviours. Team members work exceptionally hard to build trust with each child and support their individual needs. We aim to provide the highest quality care in everything we do – we want the best outcome for every single child.
Listening to each child’s needs
We listen to the young person’s needs and wishes and involve them in decisions that directly affect their lives.
Each young person is encouraged to play an active role in the house through group activities, cooking and personalising their own space – helping them to feel part of our community. Healthy eating and regular exercise are promoted.
Frequently asked questions
Beaufort Care Group has robust safeguarding practices in place and we do everything possible to protect the young people in our care.
We have three Designated Safety Officers who oversee safeguarding across our homes. All care professionals employed by us are vetted in line with nationally recognised Safer Recruitment guidelines. Team members complete training in safeguarding, radicalisation and child sexual exploitation.
Open and transparent communication is really important to us – we have an open-door policy for anyone who wants to discuss any issues or concerns.
Most admissions are planned in advance and are usually arranged in consultation with care professionals and family members.
We complete a comprehensive assessment to ensure that we can meet that individual young person’s needs and offer a suitable placement.
If you’d like to make a referral, please complete our form.
Yes, because we work with partner organisations, we can organise specialist therapeutic-based activities, including:
- equine therapy
- camping
- day trips
- working on a farm.
Developing mutual respect
We encourage young people to take an interest in the wider world and celebrate the cultural and religious backgrounds of those living and working in the home through group discussion, themed nights and cooking.
As part of our commitment to enhancing the lives of our children and young people in our care, we offer holidays abroad. This provides them with opportunities to explore other cultures, learn new things, and have a break from their usual routine.
We believe these experiences help them to develop their social skills, broaden their horizons, and create lasting memories.
Getting out and about
The homes are all located close to the beautiful Dorset countryside and coastal areas. So, there are fantastic places nearby to enjoy.
Our young people get involved in all kinds of activities and hobbies, such as:
- swimming, football, pool, tennis, cycling, table tennis, fishing, kayaking, ice skating and walking
- arts, crafts, gardening, games, music and cooking
- bowling, cinema trips, eating out and dog walking
- visits to local theme parks, animal conservation parks and seasonal activities like holidays abroad!
