Caerlan
Summary
Independent Hospital
Caerlan is a secure hospital for individuals who are detained under the Mental Health Act. The main hospital has 8 bedrooms and there is also a bungalow with 2 bedrooms which is used as a step down service for people who need to practice more independent living skills such as budgeting, cleaning, cooking and shopping.
Overview of service
People living at Caerlan often have a learning disability as well as mental health problems and may communicate through challenging behaviour. Caerlan staff support the individuals living at Caerlan to find alternative ways of communicating their needs and anxieties.
Caerlan focuses on an individual’s recovery, building self esteem, & confidence, their abilities and skills; this is carried out at the individuals pace without pressure, validating & celebrating their successes. Walking alongside them whilst they learn how to acclimatise themselves into re-entering into society. Providing support to move onto group homes or back to the area form where they have come from
Person centred planning is at the centre of our philosophy and we make sure that individuals are fully involved in setting goals for what they want to achieve.
Everyone living at Caerlan has an individual plan of activities for their individual needs to help them progress and live more independently which Occupational Therapy helps them develop.
What it's like to live here
On weekends we try to get out as much as possible, the beach and Porth Cawl is one of our favourites in the summer. Cardiff bay is not far away sometimes we go to exhibitions or go to a show at the St David’s theatre.
During the week we run a variety of activities, go for walks and many people also enjoy arts and craft.
Surroundings
Caerlan is situated on top of a mountain with great views of the surrounding area. There are good transport links and Cardiff is only a 20 minute drive away
Service facilities
Caerlan is an old farm house with beautiful views. There are qualified nurses on duty 24 hours a day to provide support to those who currently use our service. All bedrooms are personalised to ensure there is a homely feel to the service. We also have disabled access.
Location
Caerlan,
East Caerlan Farm,
Newbridge Road,
Llantrisant,
CF72 8EX
Contact details
Telephone: 01443 237 485
Fax number: 01443 227 355
Email address: caerlan.farm@craegmoor.co.uk
A welcome from the service manager
Hello my name is Helen and I am the Manager at Caerlan. All of us at Caerlan would love to show you around and show you what we do.