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Lancashire-based · Trauma-informed

Specialist community mental health services for young people.

A helping hand, a listening ear, and trauma-informed specialist care — for children and young people aged 8 to 25, of any gender. We support them through crisis, growth and the journey home.

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8–25Age range supported
3×CQC "Good" ratings
24/7Person-centred care
Recognised & regulated by
CQC Ofsted BILD AQA Restraint Reduction Network
Who we are

Specialist care, education and support for young people with complex needs.

Associated Wellbeing delivers high-quality residential care, education and support services for children and young people with complex needs, including SEMH and SEND — creating safe, stable and nurturing environments across Lancashire and West Yorkshire.

We work in partnership with local authorities, commissioners and professionals to ensure every placement is carefully matched, supported and outcomes focused.

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What We Do

A full pathway, personalised at every stage.

We provide specialist residential care, education and supported accommodation for children and young people (8–25 years) with complex needs across Lancashire and West Yorkshire.

Ages 8–17

CQC Step Down

Specialist CQC-regulated step-down care in Darwen — trauma-informed, clinically led support for children and young people aged 8–17.

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Ages 8–17

Ofsted Children's Homes

Warm, stable Ofsted-registered homes — Alston Lodge, Rossbrook, Parkside, Eaves Hall and Greenhill — for children and young people who need specialist residential care.

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Ages 10–18

SEND Education

Specialist SEND provision at Pennine School, with Oak Villas and Ashlands School opening soon — individualised learning from Year 6 to Year 13.

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Ages 16–25

Supported Accommodation

Supported accommodation at Ainsworth Court and 251 Quebec Road — helping young people aged 16–25 build independence, life skills and confidence.

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In their words

From the young people and the professionals around them.

The Lighthouse has changed her perspective of care — it was much better than I expected. She felt cared for and safe. Her face lit up when The Lighthouse was mentioned.
— Safeguarding Support Worker, sharing a young person's reflection
I feel privileged that I have been able to see the significant change in a young person at The Lighthouse you have supported her with. I am immensely proud of her, and how she is now supporting other young people.
— Visiting Professional
The team go above and beyond every day. You can see the difference in how settled and confident our young people become when they are surrounded by that level of care and consistency.
— Local Authority Commissioner
    Recognition

    A team that stands out — and is recognised for it.

    We are still celebrating our 3rd "Good" rating from the CQC. It's a team effort and requires dedication and support from everyone at AWB and The Lighthouse.

    CQC

    3× "Good" Rated

    The CQC have rated us "Good" in all areas across three consecutive inspections — a reflection of our team's dedication.

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    Highly Commended Employer

    Highly commended for Employer of the Year (North West) — recognised for providing a safe, caring and educational place to work.

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    National CYP Award Nominees

    Nominated across three categories at the National Children & Young People Awards 2025 — Senior Manager, Biggest Impact (team), and Social Worker of the Year.

    Get in touch

    Refer a young person, or just get to know us.

    Whether you're a professional considering a placement, or a family looking for support — we'd love to hear from you. Our team will get back to you as soon as possible.

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