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L Lucania

For Professionals

Safe, stable, outcome-focused residential care

Lucania works in partnership with professionals to provide residential care for children and young people aged 14–18.

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Every referral handled with care

We understand how important it is to find the right environment for each young person. We work closely with professionals to ensure every referral is handled with care, responded to quickly and with clarity, and with a focus on long-term outcomes.

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Referral process

A clear, four-step process

  1. 1

    Initial enquiry

  2. 2

    Needs assessment

  3. 3

    Matching process

  4. 4

    Transition planning

Urgent referrals

For time-sensitive referrals, our team can respond quickly to provide guidance and support.

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Our provision

Specialist care, tailored to each young person

Our homes are carefully structured to create safe, supportive environments where young people can feel secure, build confidence and develop independence at their own pace.

Structured environments

Calm, well-organised settings with clear routines that provide consistency and help young people feel settled and secure.

Consistent team members

Stable, experienced teams who build trusted relationships, providing continuity of care over time.

Personalised support

Individualised care planning that reflects each young person’s needs, strengths and goals.

Opportunities for independence

Support to develop life skills, confidence and decision-making towards greater independence.

Working with us

Collaborative, responsive, outcome-focused

We work in close partnership with professionals to ensure every young person is supported in the right environment, at the right time.

Responsive communication

Clear, timely communication throughout the referral and placement process.

Collaborative partnership

Working alongside social workers and professionals to make informed decisions.

Thoughtful matching

Careful consideration to ensure each young person is supported in the right environment.

Clear transition planning

Structured, well-managed transitions to support stability from the outset.

Policies & compliance

Strong governance and oversight

Lucania is committed to delivering safe, high-quality residential care, underpinned by strong governance, clear processes and continuous oversight.

Ofsted

All Lucania homes are regulated and inspected by Ofsted, ensuring care meets national quality standards.

Safeguarding

Robust safeguarding policies, ongoing training, and a culture where young people feel safe and protected.

Regulation 44

Independent Regulation 44 visits provide regular external oversight, transparency and continuous improvement.

Quality Assurance

A structured QA framework — regular audits, reviews and feedback — to maintain high standards and outcomes.