1. Forensic & MAPPA Placements
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Forensic & MAPPA Managed Placements Across England
At RA Care Services and Ashton Care Ltd, we specialise in supporting individuals subject to MAPPA Level 2, Level 3, and Level 4 arrangements. Our services are tailored for people stepping down from secure hospitals, prisons, or court-directed placements who require high-risk community support.
Who We Support
- MAPPA Level 2, 3 and 4 service users
- Forensic mental health needs including schizophrenia, personality disorder, bipolar disorder
- Offending behaviours (violent offences, sexual offences, arson, substance misuse)
- Individuals under probation, police monitoring or court orders
Our Approach
- 24/7 high-risk support with flexible models (1:1, 2:1, waking nights)
- Partnership working with MAPPA panels, probation officers, and safeguarding teams
- Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) to reduce reoffending and risk behaviours
- Robust risk management frameworks including AWOL prevention and crisis planning
Why Choose Us
- Proven track record in supporting forensic step-down placements safely in the community
- Experienced staff trained in MAPPA risk categories, police liaison and forensic risk management
- Nationwide capacity with placements across London, South East, Midlands and North East
📞 Contact us today to discuss a MAPPA-managed placement referral.
2. DoLS & High-Risk Community Care
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Specialist DoLS Placements & High-Risk Support
We deliver safe and proportionate care for individuals requiring Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS) in community settings.
Who We Support
- Adults with mental health disorders, learning disabilities or brain injuries under DoLS
- Individuals requiring 24/7 1:1 or 2:1 supervision
- Those with a history of aggression, AWOL, substance misuse, or forensic backgrounds
Our Approach
- Customised staffing models: 1:1 baseline, 2:1 high-risk, waking night and sleep-in cover
- DoLS-compliant care planning with input from BIAs, MDT and local authority panels
- Proportionate restriction focused on the least restrictive option, reviewed regularly
- Commissioner value with flexible cost models tailored to risk levels
Why Choose Us
- Expertise in managing complex DoLS packages including high aggression and risk behaviours
- Staff safety prioritised with two staff on site where lone working is unsafe
- Transparent costings with options for commissioners to balance safety and value
📞 Get in touch to explore our DoLS placement capacity.
3. Brain Injury & Neurological Rehabilitation
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Brain Injury & Neurological Support Services
We provide community-based rehabilitation and supported living for individuals with Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) and Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI).
Who We Support
- Adults with ABI/TBI following accidents, assaults, or strokes
- Individuals stepping down from neuro-rehabilitation hospitals
- People with dual diagnoses (brain injury + mental health or substance misuse)
Our Approach
- Nursing-led care with in-house GP and NMC-registered nurses available (Ashton Care)
- Neuro-rehab support: memory, executive functioning, behaviour regulation
- 24/7 staffing tailored to risk – from 1:1 support to enhanced 2:1 cover
- Multidisciplinary partnership with neuropsychologists, OTs and physiotherapists
Why Choose Us
- Experience supporting complex brain injury cases with aggression, disinhibition, and high-risk behaviours
- Proven outcomes in reducing support hours and increasing independence
- Nationwide coverage with placements available across London, Midlands and North
📞 Contact us to discuss ABI/TBI referrals.
4. Complex & Highly Challenging Behaviour
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Complex & Challenging Behaviour Support
RA Care and Ashton Care are trusted providers for individuals with highly complex behaviours requiring specialist management.
Who We Support
- Adults with severe mental health conditions, learning disabilities or dual diagnosis
- Individuals with histories of violence, sexual offences, arson, or substance misuse
- People at risk of placement breakdown due to aggression or non-compliance
Our Approach
- Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) and trauma-informed care to reduce restrictive interventions
- Enhanced staff training in de-escalation, physical intervention, and forensic risk management
- Flexible models (1:1, 2:1, 3:1 waking nights) to maintain staff and community safety
- Strong focus on community integration and reducing long-term dependency
Why Choose Us
- Over 14 years’ experience delivering complex care placements for local authorities and NHS
- Proven outcomes in preventing hospital admission and stabilising placements
- Nationwide capacity and experience working with high-risk individuals under safeguarding panels
📞 Refer today for complex care placement availability.
5. Specialist Risk Behaviours: Absconding, Suicide & Arson
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Managing Specialist High-Risk Behaviours
We are experienced in supporting individuals presenting with severe and high-risk behaviours that require specialist planning and staffing.
Who We Support
- Individuals with a history of absconding (AWOL) and public safety concerns
- Adults with suicidal ideation or attempts
- Those with arson or fire-setting behaviour
- Forensic and MAPPA-managed service users with multiple complex risks
Our Approach
- Absconding prevention: structured community activities, 2:1 supervision, real-time monitoring
- Suicide prevention: robust risk plans, staff trained in crisis intervention and safeguarding
- Arson management: fire service collaboration, environmental safety checks, specialist training
- Comprehensive risk registers shared with MDTs and commissioners
Why Choose Us
- Safe, reliable placements for individuals that many providers cannot manage
- Evidence-based approaches ensuring public protection and service user safety
- Flexible packages tailored to commissioner needs across England
📞 Speak to our team to discuss high-risk placements.
