Longridge Court

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Autistic spectrum disorders, Behavioural support, Learning disability, Mental health, Physical disability

Longridge Court is situated in Bulls Cross, surrounded by beautiful countryside and within easy reach of Gloucester and Stroud.

Everyone is encouraged to continue to develop skills and experience through a wide range of activities, both within the service and in the wider community. There are good community facilities in the area, including shops, health services, day centres and colleges.

Leisure facilities include a swimming pool, a cinema, a ten pin bowling centre, gyms and a theatre. The Forest of Dean offers the opportunity to enjoy wildlife trails and walks, as well as outdoor pursuits such as wall climbing, canoeing and fishing. In house activities include music and drama sessions, cookery, outdoor games, arts and crafts, life skills training and IT. The service aims to provide an environment where individuals can enjoy a meaningful lifestyle, with support from an experienced staff team.

Longridge Court has a flat which provides a supportive environment to enable three people with a learning disability to improve their independent living skills. Each of the three bedrooms has been designed to a very high specification and features en-suite facilities and beautiful views. The service has a large garden and people can choose to cultivate a section of the garden, as part of the gardening club