Cafe West, Whitehaven

 

Café West gives people with learning disabilities the opportunity to gain work experience in a real commercial setting with appropriate support.

 

Our aim is to support each person on placement through an extensive training programme (over a fixed period of time) to develop their knowledge and skills in a way that will enable them to move on to employment in the open market.

 

Café West emphasis will be on providing a range of quality meals, snacks and afternoon teas using seasonal, nutritious produce.

 

We encourage people to have high aspirations, to value themselves and strive towards a more independent lifestyle.

 

Placements within Café West will be time specific, outcome focused, contain clear records of achievement /progression and demonstrate a clear pathway of transition.

 

Our specialist support focuses on:

 

           Independent living and social skills training

 

           Psychological support

 

           Vocational training

           Social support and network enhancement

Who to contact

Contact Name
Lesley Reid
Contact Position
Operational Manager
Telephone
01900 67777 01900 67777
E-mail
lesleyr@westhouse.org.uk
Website
West House
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Where to go

Name
Cafe West
Postcode

CA28

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Time / Date Details

When is it on
Monday to Saturday 9.30am to 3.30pm (closed Bank Holidays)

Availability

Age Ranges
18 years plus

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