Meet MacIntyre for Siblings
This event is for siblings of people supported by MacIntyre.
FAQ’s for families
What should I consider when looking for a place for my relative?
We are happy to offer advice and support when you are looking for a suitable place. For an impartial view, take a look this ‘top tips’ document from VODG, the Voluntary Organisations Disability Group.
What type of services does MacIntyre offer?
MacIntyre has a ‘welcome all’ approach and offers services for children, young people and adults who have a learning disability and/or autism. We have a number of different services including 24/7 support, support to live at home and a residential and day school in Buckinghamshire. In some areas of the country we offer further education support and daytime learning centre opportunities.
How do I find out about places at MacIntyre?
There are a number of ways that you can find out about our referral process. For general enquiries, please email [javascript protected email address].
For adults: [javascript protected email address]
For further education: [javascript protected email address]
For MacIntyre School: [javascript protected email address]
How often can I visit my family member?
Anytime you wish. We encourage families to visit as often as both they and their relative would like. Aside from our Education services where it might not be suitable to visit during academic hours, there are no rules or restrictions for family visits.
Can we personalise our child or relative’s bedroom?
Yes, absolutely! Bedrooms can be decorated to each individual’s tastes and preferences.
How are staff vetted and trained?
All of our staff undergo a thorough recruitment process which includes written and verbal references, Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) Checks and a Health Assessment. We involve the people we support in the recruitment process wherever possible. All staff participate in regular Supervision meetings with their line manager.
A number of training courses are compulsory for all staff with other courses being determined by the needs of the service or the people living there. We also offer numerous Special Interest Groups on topics such as health, dementia, autism and positive behaviour support to ensure our staff always have the latest skills and industry knowledge.
Where can I find the latest CQC report about a particular MacIntyre service?
All MacIntyre’s CQC reports are available by county on our website.
Where else can I find out about MacIntyre’s services?
Events for families
23 Oct 2021
28 Oct 2021
Time for a Cuppa for families and friends
This event is for families of people that we support as well as those who are in their circle of support.
2 Nov 2021
Let’s come together
This event is for parents, siblings and carers of the people we support.
10 Nov 2021
Family Charter Workshop
This event is for MacIntyre staff and for families of people supported by MacIntyre.
More for families
More about how we work with families
15 Oct 2021
Keeping families in the loop
Earlier this month Sarah Burslem joined a monthly families meeting and took the opportunity to update on two current key areas: Covid and Recruitment.
7 Oct 2021
A parent’s perspective: Episode 18 Families Podcast
In the latest episode of the MacIntyre Families Podcast Nicola Payne is joined by Penny Thatcher, who is Zoe's mum, a young lady supported by MacIntyre.
2 Sep 2021
Bespoke education: Episode 17 Families Podcast
In the latest episode of the MacIntyre Families Podcast, Nicola Payne is joined by Liz Lyman, a Programme Co-ordinator for MacIntyre No Limits in Milton…
2 Aug 2021
How do we involve families? Episode 16: Families Podcast
When someone begins their support with MacIntyre, how do we involve families?
More on Our Approach
Autism
We understand that each child, young person or adult with autism that we support is unique.
Communication
We believe that everyone, irrespective of the complexity of his or her needs, wants to and does communicate.
Dementia
We have expertise in supporting people with dementia or at risk of developing dementia.
Families
MacIntyre was established by the parents of a disabled child in 1966 for all people with a learning disability to live a life that makes sense to them.