Welcome to West Lodge

West Lodge is the newest home in the Real Care Support family, designed to offer consistent, therapeutic care for children and young people aged 8 to 17. With space for up to two residents, it provides an intentionally small, nurturing environment for those with emotional and behavioural needs.

Located just outside Poulton-le-Fylde, the home offers a calm, semi-rural setting. It provides young people with a safe, structured space away from the pressures of busier environments while remaining close to essential local services. This balance helps children settle, form secure relationships and begin their journey towards greater emotional stability and independence.

West Lodge follows a trauma-informed approach (TRM), delivered by a dedicated and experienced team. From the carefully designed layout to the everyday routines, every element supports therapeutic care and long-term progress.

West Lodge At a Glance

West Lodge offers a calm, low-capacity setting for children who need high levels of emotional support and consistency. This section gives professionals a clear summary of what the home provides, from the age range and capacity to the care model and registration details.

The setting near Poulton-le-Fylde allows children to benefit from peaceful surroundings while still being close to health care, education and community resources. The home’s structure, staff team and therapeutic approach work together to deliver stability and measurable outcomes.

Whether you’re assessing a potential placement or looking to understand our suitability for a specific referral, these quick facts provide a snapshot of the key information you need to begin the conversation with confidence.

Key Features

Capacity: Up to 2 children/young people
Age Range: 8–17 years upon admission
Location: Near Garstang, Lancashire
Care Type: 24/7 residential care, year-round
Therapeutic Model: Trauma-informed and child-centred
Ofsted Registered: Yes

We support local authority teams by offering responsive homes backed by a consistent, skilled team.

What Life Is Like at West Lodge

Our Therapeutic Approach

At West Lodge, we provide a calm, consistent and emotionally safe environment for children who have experienced trauma, disruption or challenges in their early lives. Our work is grounded in a trauma informed approach, using the TRM model to guide all care and support practices.

Each young person receives an individualised care plan, shaped to meet their emotional, behavioural and developmental needs. This includes structured routines, therapeutic keywork sessions and carefully managed transitions.

Our therapeutic focus helps children:

Feel secure and understood
Build self-esteem and emotional regulation
Create meaningful relationships with trusted adults
Begin to form positive expectations for their future

We maintain low-stimulation surroundings and ensure consistency in care through 1:1 staffing and a stable team. This setup supports deep, trusting connections and daily routines that promote safety, belonging and progress.

Children at West Lodge are supported by professionals trained in trauma recovery, relationship building and emotional support, all working toward long-term, positive change.

Home Features

West Lodge has been carefully designed to offer a warm, supportive and predictable living space. Everything about the home — from layout to furnishings — contributes to emotional stability, daily structure and a feeling of comfort.

We understand the importance of physical surroundings in a therapeutic setting. That’s why we’ve created a home that feels safe, lived-in and child-focused.

Each area within West Lodge encourages calm interaction, privacy when needed and a sense of ownership for the young people who live here.

Key features include:

Private bedrooms furnished to support comfort, rest and personal space
A shared lounge for low-pressure social interaction and quiet time
Purpose-built space for keywork and therapeutic conversations
Study area to promote educational engagement and learning routines
Outdoor garden for fresh air, recreation and relaxation
Family-style kitchen and dining space that supports shared mealtimes and daily structure

The physical environment at West Lodge supports healing by reinforcing consistency, calm and positive expectations. It plays a vital role in helping young people settle, engage and move forward with confidence.

Location and Community

West Lodge is located in a peaceful semi-rural area near Poulton-le-Fylde, Lancashire. The setting was chosen to give young people space to settle without overwhelming them, while still providing access to essential services and educational opportunities.

The location supports therapeutic goals by offering:

A calm, quiet environment that reduces sensory stress
Close links to local schools and educational provisions
Access to GP services, dentists and health support
Opportunities for safe, guided involvement in the community

Nearby green spaces and community resources give young people the chance to participate in physical activity, explore nature and connect with the world around them. When ready, they’re encouraged to engage with local youth groups, clubs or volunteer projects to develop social skills and build self-worth.

Public transport links offer access to neighbouring towns, which can help maintain family connections and promote independence at the right stage in their journey.

The balance of safety and opportunity makes Poulton-le-Fylde an ideal location for therapeutic recovery offering children the chance to rebuild their lives within a supportive and manageable community context.

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Our Dedicated West Lodge Team

At West Lodge, our strength lies in our people. The care team brings together experience, specialist training and genuine dedication to supporting children through some of the most challenging periods of their lives.

Every team member is trained in trauma-informed care and the TRM model. This includes understanding how trauma impacts behaviour, communication and development and how to respond with empathy, clarity and structure.

You can expect:

1:1 staffing that ensures each child has continuous access to a trusted adult
Key workers who build strong, consistent relationships with each young person
A team culture that promotes reflection, compassion and accountability
Regular supervision and ongoing professional development
Close collaboration with Real Care Support’s psychological services

The consistency of our team helps children feel secure and understood. Staff are skilled in managing emotional and behavioural needs, while creating a warm, encouraging and non-judgemental environment.

At West Lodge, every adult plays a part in supporting emotional recovery, encouraging growth and helping children reframe their view of themselves and the world around them.

Outcomes and Impact

Our focus is always on helping children stabilise, progress and develop the tools they need for a more positive future. At West Lodge, we measure success not only by long-term outcomes but by the meaningful, daily steps that reflect real change.

We support children to:

Feel safe and build trust with adults
Develop emotional language and coping strategies
Re-engage with education or specialist learning
Build routines and structure into everyday life
Improve physical health and emotional wellbeing
Strengthen family relationships, where appropriate

We work closely with placing authorities, schools and health professionals to ensure each child’s progress is supported across all areas of their life.

Evidence of impact includes:

Positive placement stability
Engagement in education or training
Reduced emotional and behavioural incidents
Improved social skills and peer relationships
Gradual increases in independence and resilience

At West Lodge, we don’t chase fast results. We prioritise stability, safety and progress at a pace that works for each individual child because long-term success starts with feeling secure today.

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Interested in Placing a Child at West Lodge?

We welcome referrals and enquiries from local authorities, social workers and professionals who want to explore a placement at West Lodge.

Our team is here to talk you through availability, answer questions and provide detailed information about how we can support the individual needs of the young person you’re working with.

Let’s work together to find the right support at the right time.

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