Building a Foundation of Support
MKA Care Services operates on a robust framework designed to address the unique challenges faced by young asylum seekers and refugees. By combining trauma-informed care, cultural sensitivity, and tailored support, we ensure a comprehensive approach to empowering young lives.
Explore how our principles and objectives come together to create safe, nurturing environments where young people can thrive.
Our Framework
Our work is guided by the following principles:
• Safety and Wellbeing: Creating secure environments free from harm and discrimination.
• Individual-Centered Support: Tailored care plans reflecting unique needs, cultures, and aspirations.
• Empowerment: Encouraging independence through skill-building and decision-making opportunities.
• Trauma-Informed Care: Sensitive support addressing the effects of past trauma.
• Cultural Sensitivity and Inclusion: Promoting understanding and celebrating diversity.
We strive to achieve these objectives:
• Accommodation: Providing high-quality, safe, and secure housing.
• Emotional and Mental Health Support: Offering counseling and resilience-building activities.
• Education and Employment: Facilitating access to education, vocational training, and career opportunities.
• Life Skills Development: Equipping young people with essential skills for daily living.
• Community Integration: Encouraging participation in community activities to foster belonging.
• Safeguarding: Protecting young people from risks like exploitation, abuse, and neglect.
Our approach includes:
A. Needs Assessment and Care Planning:
• Conducting personalized assessments of physical, mental, and cultural needs.
• Developing clear, regularly reviewed support plans for each individual.
B. Staff Training and Development:
• Training staff on trauma-informed care, cultural competence, and safeguarding.
• Updating training to meet emerging needs and regulatory changes.
C. Accommodation Standards:
• Providing safe, comfortable housing with private bedrooms, communal spaces, and resources for independent living.
D. Support Services:
• Mentoring and Key Working: Assigning dedicated staff to guide and support young people.
• Mental Health Support: Access to counseling and group therapy.
• Legal and Immigration Support: Helping navigate asylum processes.
• Education and Career Guidance: Partnering with schools and employment agencies.
E. Community and Cultural Integration:
• Organizing activities that build social connections and celebrate cultural diversity.
• A zero-tolerance policy for abuse, exploitation, or discrimination.
• Clear reporting pathways for concerns or incidents.
• Regular audits and collaborations with local authorities to ensure safety.
• Regular reviews of care plans, involving young people in decisions.
• Feedback mechanisms like surveys and meetings.
• Measuring outcomes such as educational attainment and independence.
• A dedicated management team ensures high standards and compliance with regulations.
• Transparent communication with young people, staff, and external stakeholders.