Elizabeth FitzRoy Support

Elizabeth FitzRoy Support cares for and supports around 500 people with a learning disability across England. The charity was founded by Elizabeth FitzRoy, whose fundamental belief was that all people are equal and that their differences should be respected. Features of the charity and its services include the following.

• Secure, stable homes and support services for around 500 people in locations throughout England.
• The majority of residents are regarded as having severe learning disabilities and many may also be physically disabled and use wheelchairs.
• Homes vary from a country mansion to single person flats.
• Some homes are registered as nursing homes, most are registered care homes.
• Staff undergo extensive training and induction.
• Flexible, local help in four locations (Hampshire, Norfolk, Richmond and Trafford) for young people with learning disabilities who still live with their families.
• Scheme to help young people with mild learning disability learn skills to establish their independence.

Full details of the various homes, the service provided and locations are available from the above address.

Checked: May 2006