The Vista Project works with young people aged 16 plus years, who have left school and are in the process of moving on to independent living.

The Vista Project philosophy is to support young people to make a successful transition into adulthood and independent living. Support is provided at a pace and level which is appropriate to their needs and aspirations.

According to the individual needs of each young person the aim is to:

  • Provide a period of continuity of care, support and guidance within all aspects of semi-independent living.

  • To assist and promote the key aspects and skills required to enable a young person to adapt to change.

  • Prepare young people for the transition into adulthood.

  • Support further education/employment opportunities.

  • Promoting positive health, wellbeing and lifestyle choices.

The service assists and supports young people to gain the skills and knowledge to live a full and independent life within the community. This is achieved by having the resources in place to assist and further develop a good understanding of the complexities involved in self-care, introducing them to the basic principles of independent living and through a structured plan to identify the person’s strengths and needs for the future.

The accommodation we supply for the young person is to a high standard in quiet residential areas, yet close to local amenities, we aim to create a homely and peaceful environment. This is further complemented with the assignment of dedicated project/support workers to enable the young adults to explore all significant areas of independent living and personal development. 

The Vista Project collates data under Every Child Matters to evidence outcomes for young people, using a variety of mediums. This allows us to evidence key performance indicators as required by local authorities.

Our programme works closely with the placing Authority and Social Worker and includes Support with:

·         Health screening;

·         Education         

·         Independent living skill

·         Contact with family and significant adults;

·         Social issues

We pay particular attention to independence and run a Life Skills programme to include:

1.      Financial management

·         Budgeting.

·         Managing savings and bank accounts.

·         Taking financial responsibility for bill payments.

2.      Household management

·         Cookery.

·         Practical and general household maintenance.

·         Property cleaning and hygiene.

·         Food shopping.

·         Domestic item shopping.

·         Personal Care & hygiene.

·         Health & Safety.

3.      Self-management

·         Using public transport.

·         Form filling ie benefits/education/employment applications.

·         Making appointments.

·         Self-motivation.

4.      Leisure

·         Identifying and encouraging the use of local facilities.

·         Ensuring the appropriate use of local facilities.

·         The encouragement of appropriate social links.


Our unique service has established our place in this industry. This allows us to make a distinctive and substantial impact for our clients.

To achieve excellent results regular meetings are held between key personnel from the Vista Project and contracting authorities.

Effective multi-agency working is an essential tool in achieving best outcomes, giving opportunities for 'joined up thinking', sharing information and striving for the best services that fit the needs of our service users.

We believe that working together achieves the best possible outcomes for children, young people and vulnerable adults.

The dedicated staff team is fully trained, and has the required skills, qualifications, knowledge base and experience to assist the young people in preparing for the future.