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Mental Health Crisis Intervention: The Importance of Professional Guidance

For individuals experiencing mental health challenges, the importance of professional guidance cannot be overstated. It's like having a trusted friend, someone who understands the difficulties and offers the right support. In this journey towards healing, professionals trained in mental health crisis intervention provide the compassionate understanding and expert knowledge needed to navigate the storm. Their guidance becomes a lifeline, helping transform people's lives towards recovery and well-being....

Home Safety Tips for Postoperative Recovery

Home safety in postoperative recovery is vital for reducing the risk of accidents and complications after surgery, ultimately improving well-being and promoting healing. This blog provides valuable insights and practical advice on creating a safe, supportive, and nurturing setting for recovery after surgery. ...

Preventing Self-Injurious Behaviour in Autism

Understanding the complexities of self-injurious behaviour is crucial in showing compassion and support. How can we bridge the gap between the challenges of individuals with autism and the world that often misunderstands their unique journey? Through empathy, co-production, and unwavering dedication, we collectively endeavour to prevent self-injury, highlighting a path where every individual, regardless of their neurodiversity, can flourish....

Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) vs Autism

Frequent mood swings, emotional dysregulation, and intense emotional outbursts... are these the signs of borderline personality disorder (BPD) or autism spectrum disorder (ASD)? Our practice shows that early assessment and proper diagnosis can be the key to finding the best care and support on your well-being journey. Read more and discover the main differences between BPD and autism and how to find help tailored to your unique needs....

The Link Between Eating Disorders and Other Health Challenges

Did you know that many people who struggle with an eating disorder often experience a co-occurring mental health challenge such as depression, anxiety, or obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)? This is because eating disorders usually appear as a way of coping with the symptoms of other mental health conditions. Read more and discover the most common mental health challenges that co-occur with eating disorders and how to find the best care and support for you or your loved one in the most challenging times....
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Celebrating Neurodiversity: Powers and Strengths of Autism

Did you know that many of the world's revolutionary breakthroughs were invented by individuals on the autism spectrum? Just like any other human being, autistic people have skills that, when recognised, can change the world. While not every individual will share the same autism strengths and abilities, scientists suggest that several autistic traits are quite common. Diving into the world of autism can unleash many undiscovered capabilities and talents that can shift perspectives and open new roads for neurodiverse people....

Proactive Approaches to Prevent Challenging Behaviour in Children

Challenging behaviour refers to patterns of conduct that often make daily interactions or situations difficult for the individual and the people around them. Adopting a proactive approach can address the underlying causes of behaviour that challenges, promoting a healthier and more harmonious environment for children. In this blog, we will address and share examples of proactive approaches to behaviour that challenges which will aid healthy development in children....

Impact of Challenging Behaviour on Others

Challenging behaviours pose safety risks to individuals and the people around them. However, it's crucial to recognise that challenging behaviours are a form of communication, and person-centred approaches are designed to foster positive behaviours and reduce challenging behaviours, improving quality of life and overall well-being. In this blog, we explore the impact of behaviours that challenge and also outline effective ways to access compassionate support....
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Autistic Burnout: Symptoms, Causes and Prevention

Autistic burnout can be a significant worry for individuals on the autism spectrum and their families or caregivers. Autistic burnout can result in symptoms that can be immensely challenging for individuals, and proactive support is necessary to improve well-being and overall quality of life. Hence, it's crucial to understand what autistic burnout is, how it can be prevented and how it can be managed when it arises....

Global Developmental Delay vs Autism

Global developmental delay (GDD) refers to a child's delays in achieving developmental milestones. Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), in contrast, is a neurological difference that shapes an individual's perception and interaction with the surrounding world. Even though GDD and ASD impact individuals socially and cognitively, they are distinct. In this blog, we explain the differences between autism and GDD, offering valuable insights for a more informed understanding of diagnoses....

Benefits of Live-in Care for Dementia

In the complex journey of dementia, personalised and compassionate care can profoundly impact well-being. Live-in care for dementia provides comfort and security from a dedicated care team, nurturing independence, preserving dignity, and improving quality of life. This blog discusses the advantages of live-in care for individuals with dementia and provides guidance for selecting the right provider....

BPD Splitting: Symptoms and Causes

How often do you see things completely positive or negative, only to change your mind in a few moments or hours? Does this affect your relationships with your loved ones? If it does, you might be coping with borderline personality disorder (BPD) splitting. It is a sign of borderline personality disorder that impacts a person's ability to regulate emotional responses and maintain relationships....

Open Letter from Louisе Bray on 2023 Reflections and 2024 Plans

Celebrating Our People’s Achievements at the Care and Support West Awards

Part of our team attended the Care and Support West Awards, held in Birmingham, to celebrate our finalists for their excellence and impact. ...

Catalyst Care Group 2023 Survey Share Your Voice and Help People to Better Understand Health and Social Care

Celebrating Five Years of Making an Impact

International Women’s Day

Women's History Month is the perfect time to honour women's contributions to history, society, innovations, and technology. Every year on March 8th, we celebrate International Women's Day (IWD), the recognition of women's rights and achievements worldwide. The whole month is dedicated to promoting gender equality and women's inclusion at all levels of our society. Raising awareness of gender equality reflects the importance of women's rights and what more we can do to achieve equal gender opportunities....
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Benefits for Support Workers at Leaf Complex Care

Our support workers at Leaf Complex Care focus on the humanised approach of tailored care and support. Our organisation is CQC regulated and offers a wide range of services to people who require complex care in the comfort of their own homes. The support workers at Leaf Complex Care aim to give vulnerable people the confidence to become more more independent and involved in their community....

Leaf Complex Care – Proud to be Certified as a Great Place To Work®

A Great Place to Work® prioritises the satisfaction and well-being of its people, fostering a culture of diversity, respect, trust, and teamwork. Recently, Leaf Complex Care has been certified as a Great Place To Work® organisation, and this recognition only empowers us to impact the lives of the people who work with us and those we serve. ...

Faster to the complex care you need: Leaf Complex Care launches new website

UK - Bristol, Exeter, Slough, and Midlands, 10.10.2022 - Leaf Complex care, one of the best-tailored complex care and support providers for people with mental and physical challenges, is thrilled to announce the launch of its new website....

Leaf Complex Care CQC

Congratulations to Leaf Complex Care Exeter who were rated ‘good’ across the board in their recent CQC inspection...

The impact of COVID -19 on the Complex Care Sector

The impact COVID-19 has had on the care sector is profound with the virus having been a huge health concern for vulnerable people with complex care needs. Many people with complex health and social needs are at high risk of complications associated with the infection so the social distancing measures that were introduced have proved to be particularly difficult for people who depend on care services....

Call us if you know someone with complex care needs that are a risk to themselves or others or have noticed rapidly escalating behaviours.