Stress Awareness Month: supporting people to manage stress at our Mental Health Hospitals
During Stress Awareness Month, we’re sharing some of the ways that we…
How we involve you
The health, wellbeing and safety of your family member is our top priority. We will use your wealth of knowledge to design the right support plan, taking into account your experience and wishes wherever possible.
Keep in regular contact
We will support with a range of options to keep in touch with your family member and their support team.
We will provide regular updates through your preferred channel, and you can also arrange regular calls, visits and meetings that suit you to stay updated.
Have your say in our Family and Friends Survey
We invite you to feedback directly through our annual Friends and Family Survey. We use these results to look at what’s working well and what we should do more of, as well as any areas for improvement.
Services
Our offer
Learning disability division
From everyday supported living through to more enhanced requirements, we provide a holistic approach that includes personal care, health and wellbeing, and emotional support.
Mental health division
We co-design individual pathways to empower people to achieve their ambitions, from our hospital settings through to supported living and outreach within local communities.
Stories
Our stories
AFG among major national charities investing millions in their people
We are proud to be recognised alongside national organisations such as Mencap…
Join AFG as a new Trustee
If you are passionate about changing lives, creating independence and achieving great…
We’re boosting pay for our amazing Support Workers
We’re leading the way by raising pay for all of our social…
Autism Acceptance Day: Kevin overcomes fear of medical settings and transforms life through power of tech
This Autism Acceptance Day, we’re sharing the story of an individual who…
AFG back call for pay parity as Unfair to Care Report is released
We are joining with other social care charities to call for change…
We create amazing experiences for the people we support
We’re proud to go above and beyond to give the people we support the chance to have new experiences, learn skills and make connections.
That’s why we host regular events throughout the year with a range of activities, workshops and opportunities with local organisations.
Take a look at this year’s VIP event for the people we support.
FAQs
Get in touchDo I have to contribute to the cost of care?
This will be discussed and explained to you on an individual basis.
Will I still be able to see my family member?
Yes, of course – we will support you in any way you need to see and talk to loved ones regularly.
How can I find out whether AFG can support my relative?
Our dedicated referrals team are on hand to talk to you about your support needs and how we can help. Get in contact by emailing referrals@afgroup.org.uk or calling 0151 489 5501.
Where can I find your CQC ratings?
You can view the most up to date current CQC ratings for all of our services here.