Hello,
I hope it is OK just to ask for some general advice. I just felt this was the place where I could access advice and opinions from people who may have experienced a situation similar to mine.
In May, my son (18) went into a small home for adults who are 'recovering' from mental illness. I think the plan is for him to spend 6 months to two years there and then transition to more independent living. He was happy to go and we felt he would benefit from the care he would receive.
However, I am a bit confused abut my 'role' and I feel as if I am, in some way, losing contact with him.
For example, meetings are held about his education or his care and neither I nor his father are informed about these. We have not seen any care plans or support plans. I know the names of his key workers and have spoken to them, but I have always had to initiate contact.
My son has ASC and is not too good at keeping in touch, and when we have managed to contact, he has sounded anxious and his processing seems very delayed. I have contacted the home about this and they assure me he is fine and participates in activities well.
My question is, what is a parent's role once their adult (over 18) son or daughter goes into residential care?
Thanks
I hope it is OK just to ask for some general advice. I just felt this was the place where I could access advice and opinions from people who may have experienced a situation similar to mine.
In May, my son (18) went into a small home for adults who are 'recovering' from mental illness. I think the plan is for him to spend 6 months to two years there and then transition to more independent living. He was happy to go and we felt he would benefit from the care he would receive.
However, I am a bit confused abut my 'role' and I feel as if I am, in some way, losing contact with him.
For example, meetings are held about his education or his care and neither I nor his father are informed about these. We have not seen any care plans or support plans. I know the names of his key workers and have spoken to them, but I have always had to initiate contact.
My son has ASC and is not too good at keeping in touch, and when we have managed to contact, he has sounded anxious and his processing seems very delayed. I have contacted the home about this and they assure me he is fine and participates in activities well.
My question is, what is a parent's role once their adult (over 18) son or daughter goes into residential care?
Thanks