Reaching For Independence

A “new lease of life” for Charlie after reaching out to Reaching for Independence

Charlie is the latest person to have had their life transformed by Devon County Council’s Reaching for Independence service – gaining confidence to take up a new pastime.

Reaching for Independence is for people aged 17 years and over, who have eligible or likely eligible social care needs, and supports people to become more independent in order to achieve their goals, such as living...

Reaching For Independence helps over 100 people with learning disabilities into employment or work experience

To mark Learning Disability Week this week (16-22 June), Devon County Council is highlighting the work of its Reaching For Independence (RFI) service, which supports people with social care needs to develop life skills and promote independence.

The service offers short-term enabling support to people aged 17 years and upwards with eligible social care needs or likely to have them....