The Independence Development Service (IDS)
What is the Independence Development Service?
The Independence Development Service for physically disabled children is a residential resource situated at the Abraham Moss Centre in Crumpsall. It offers a service to disabled children and young people (aged 10-16) who attend a school in Manchester and live within the City Boundary.
The primary aim of the IDS is to work with students to help them develop skills which lead to greater physical, social, emotional, personal and intellectual development through practical experience.
The IDS provides the opportunity to work with students and their families in realistic settings throughout the community, over an agreed period of time. It also aims to work closely with schools and other agencies to develop independence, extend personal experience, and promote social and educational inclusion.
We believe that every student has the right to control his or her own life and has the right to share in the opportunities, enjoyment, challenges and responsibilities of everyday life.
Contact: Avril Regan, IDS Team Manager
Address:
Lancasterian Independence Development Service
Abraham Moss Centre
Crescent Road
Crumpsall
Manchester
M8 5UF
Tel: 0161 740 0247
Email: a.regan@lancasterian.manchester.sch.uk
website: http://www.lancasterian.manchester.sch.uk
