Lucy is a vulnerable young lady who is estranged from her parents. When Lucy moved into St Martins she was not engaged in any form of  constructive activity. Over the months, and as a trusting relationship developed with her keyworker, Lucy was given the guidance and support needed and was able to complete a Customer Service and Retailing training course with Connections. Lucy also received support in preparation for her resettlement into council accommodation. Initially, she came into the project with many support needs and has since grown into a confident, mature and independent young woman. Lucy moved into her own permanent accommodation in November 2005 and is now able to live independently. Just after she was recommended for move-on Lucy became pregnant. She received all the required support from her Key Worker and the team. This included accompanying Lucy to the anti-natal clinic and encouraging her to eat a healthy and balanced diet. Lucy had a baby girl in January of this year and after the baby was born she continued to receive support from her Key Worker, who occasionally accompanies her to

the clinic, monitors when the baby’s vaccinations are due and liaises with the health professionals as and when Lucy feels she needs support.

Lucy and her baby are doing extremely well in their new home. Lucy has continued to receive support, as her key worker looks at ensuring the security of the flat is satisfactory and that it meets the health and safety standards required to nurture a young child. She has changed her GP and has successfully set up a direct debit payment for her rent as well as putting other utility services on a budget plan.

The staff team raised £450 from Charity Trust and £800 from a Community Care Grant. This was used towards Lucy’s resettlement costs, including a table, cooker, carpets, curtains and bedding. Having resettled into her own flat, Lucy is starting a Child Care course in September 2006.

Details have been changed to protect the identity of the client.