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Reduce incident reports and prevent staff burnout. Learn how predictable routines to reduce ND meltdowns work by lowering cognitive load and regulating the nervous system in care settings.

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overcome barriers to ND adaptation in care staff by addressing the root causes of resistance. Learn why mindset gaps occur and how to shift from punitive reactions to trauma-responsive practice.

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Reduce meltdowns in residential care using predictable routines. Learn how low-arousal scheduling and visual cues support autistic and ADHD emotional regulation.

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Learn 10 proven strategies to create a calm and predictable residential care environment. Reduce chaos and support ND regulation with low-arousal techniques.

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Discover the personal journey behind AshDHD Training. Learn how our founder's lived care experience built the frameworks that create real change.

Our Story

<h2><span style="color: #f6c732;">Every care provider wants to talk about quality and consistency. But our story isn't just about a business goal; it's a personal mission.</span></h2><p>It's a story that starts inside the care system, moves to the frontline of a children's home and ends with the creation of the very frameworks we believe the sector has been missing.</p><p>We didn't just study the gaps in residential care. Our founder lived them.</p><h3><strong><span style="color: #f1c40f;">Key Takeaways</span></strong></h3><ul><li>Discover the "why" behind AshDHD, rooted in direct, lived care experience.</li><li>Understand how 5 years on the frontline inspired our practical frameworks.</li><li>See how we're building a new standard for trauma informed leadership.</li><li>Our mission: To give every team the structure we wished we'd had.</li></ul><h2><span style="color: #f6c732;">The "Why" Behind AshDHD Training</span></h2><p>To fix a system, you have to understand it from every angle.</p><p>Our founder, Ash, has a 360-degree view that you just can't get from a textbook.</p><h3><strong><span style="color: #f1c40f;">An Origin Story from Inside the System</span></strong></h3><p>Ash's journey started as a "<strong><span style="color: #f1c40f;">care kid</span></strong>." She grew up inside the very system we now serve.</p><p>She experienced firsthand what happens when care is inconsistent, when staff are burned out and when good intentions aren't supported by a solid structure. She also saw what worked&mdash;the moments of clarity and connection that came from staff who felt confident and supported.</p><h3><strong><span style="color: #f1c40f;">From Frontline Manager to Founder</span></strong></h3><p>Years later, Ash was on the other side of the desk, working for more than half a decade in a council children's home, rising from care worker to ACM.</p><p>The challenges were exactly the same.</p><p>She saw dedicated staff struggling with generic, "one off" training that didn't stick. She managed the high turnover and low morale that came from a lack of clear, consistent practice. And as someone who is neurodivergent (ADHD), she knew that the real missing link was structure.</p><h2><span style="color: #f6c732;">Building the Frameworks We Wished We Had</span></h2><p>AshDHD Training was founded to build that missing link.</p><p>Ash set out to create the practical, repeatable systems she wished she'd had - both as a child in care and as a manager on the frontline.</p><p>That's how <span style="text-decoration: underline; color: #f1c40f;"><strong>[Link] The SPARK Care&trade; Framework</strong></span> and <span style="text-decoration: underline; color: #f1c40f;"><strong>[Link] The SWIFT+R&trade; Crisis Model</strong></span> were born.</p><p>They aren't academic theories. They are evidence based frameworks built from the ground up to be:</p><ul><li>Practical First: Easy to embed in daily practice and supervision.</li><li>Genuinely Trauma-Informed: Rooted in lived experience, not just buzzwords.</li><li>Clear &amp; Consistent: Designed to give neurodiverse staff and children the structure they need to thrive.</li></ul><h2><span style="color: #f6c732;">Our Commitment to the Care Sector&rsquo;s Future</span></h2><p>Our story is still being written, but our mission is clear: to help care organisations stop firefighting and start building confident, consistent and stable teams.</p><p>We partner with multi-site providers and commissioners who share our values and are ready to embed scalable, measurable improvements. We're not just a training provider; we are your strategic partner in quality.</p><h2><span style="color: #f6c732;">Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)</span></h2><p><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Q: Why was AshDHD Training founded? </strong></span><br />A: AshDHD was founded by Ash Derges to solve the inconsistency and burnout she saw firsthand, both as a child in the care system and later as a frontline manager. She built the structured, trauma informed frameworks she knew were missing.</p><p><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Q: What makes AshDHD&rsquo;s approach unique? </strong></span><br />A: Our approach is built on a foundation of authentic lived experience. Our frameworks combine 5 years of professional frontline experience with the invaluable perspective of someone who grew up in the system.</p><p><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Q: How do your frameworks help with staff retention? </strong></span><br />A: They build staff confidence by replacing ambiguity with a clear, reliable structure. When staff feel competent, supported and effective, they are far less likely to burn out and leave.</p><p><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Q: What&rsquo;s next for AshDHD? </strong></span><br />A: To expand our partnerships with providers and commissioners, helping embed these practical, proven frameworks as a new standard for consistency and quality across the UK.</p>

Our Story: From Lived Experience to Leading Frameworks | AshDHD

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Learn how AshDHD’s Six Pillars Foundation helps residential care teams build consistent, emotionally safe, and accountable trauma informed practice.

The Six Pillars Foundation: Your “How-To” for Consistent Care

<h2><span style="color: #f6c732;">The Six Pillars Foundation: Your &ldquo;How-To&rdquo; for Consistent Care</span></h2><p>This is the foundation for everything we do. The Six Pillars aren&rsquo;t just values they&rsquo;re the psychological architecture beneath every SPARK Care&trade; action. They represent what every child and every team needs to feel safe, connected and confident.</p><p>Each pillar is translated into practical, daily routines through the <span style="text-decoration: underline; color: #f1c40f;"><strong>[Link] SPARK Care&trade; Framework</strong></span>, turning compassion into consistent, measurable action.</p><p>Adapted by our founder, Ashley Derges, after years with frontline experience and her own lived experience in the care system, the Six Pillars evolved from one truth:</p><p><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>&ldquo;Predictability builds safety - and safety builds self-esteem.&rdquo;</strong></span></p><p>These pillars give you a blueprint for creating predictable, emotionally safe environments and confident, reflective teams.</p><h3><span style="color: #f1c40f;">Key Takeaways</span></h3><ul><li>Safety and predictability create trust and stability.</li><li>Trauma-informed care thrives on structure, reflection and repair.</li><li>Accountability strengthens leadership and consistency.</li><li>The Six Pillars are the foundation beneath every SPARK Care&trade; step.</li></ul><h2><span style="color: #f6c732;">What the Six Pillars Represent</span></h2><p>These are the six essential foundations that build stability, trust and recovery in care. Each one links directly to how your staff communicate, regulate and repair every day.</p><ol><li><span style="color: #f1c40f;">Safety:</span> Every child needs to feel physically and emotionally safe before they can think, learn or trust. This begins with predictable routines, calm tones and adults who notice distress early.</li><li><span style="color: #f1c40f;">Belonging:</span> Belonging is built when connection continues after conflict. Staff return, repair and remind the young person: &ldquo;You still matter, even when things go wrong.&rdquo;</li><li><span style="color: #f1c40f;">Voice:</span> Voice is the bridge between safety and responsibility. When young people are given real choices (not demands) they learn that their opinions carry weight.</li><li><span style="color: #f1c40f;">Responsibility:</span> This pillar teaches cause and effect safely. Children learn that their choices have meaning and adults will guide them, not shame them.</li><li><span style="color: #f1c40f;">Self-Acceptance:</span> When feelings are validated instead of punished, shame begins to lift. Staff model that emotions are information, not defiance.</li><li><span style="color: #f1c40f;">Integrity:</span> Integrity grows when staff model calm, honesty and consistency. It teaches both staff and young people that trust is something we build and rebuild every day.</li></ol><h2><span style="color: #f6c732;">Translating Trauma-Informed Theory into Daily Practice</span></h2><p>The Six Pillars turn complex psychology into practical structure. They bridge Ofsted&rsquo;s expectations with the daily reality of care homes &mdash; giving every adult a repeatable way to create safety, reflection and accountability.</p><h3><span style="color: #f1c40f;">Building Predictable and Safe Environments</span></h3><p>A child who feels unsafe cannot thrive and a staff member who feels unsafe cannot care. SPARK practices like Predict &amp; Preload and Safety &amp; Downshift make safety visible, turning &ldquo;emotional stability&rdquo; into concrete routines and clear expectations.</p><h3><span style="color: #f1c40f;">Leadership and Accountability Through Structure</span></h3><p>For Managers and Seniors, the Pillars become your supervision map. They help you guide reflective conversations, build staff confidence and evidence trauma-informed leadership for Ofsted.</p><h2><span style="color: #f6c732;">How to Apply the Six Pillars in Daily Practice</span></h2><p>The Six Pillars sit at the heart of the <span style="text-decoration: underline; color: #f1c40f;"><strong>[Link] SPARK Care&trade; Framework</strong></span> - they are the foundation that gives meaning to every SPARK step. Where SPARK is your daily rhythm of practice, the Pillars are what each action is building inside the child - <span style="color: #f1c40f;">Safety, Belonging, Voice, Responsibility, Self-Acceptance </span>and <span style="color: #f1c40f;">Integrity</span>.</p><p>This makes the framework immediately usable and measurable in real-world care:</p><ul><li>Assess Your Routines - Use SPARK steps (Safety &amp; Scan, Safety &amp; Downshift, Predict &amp; Preload, Adjust &amp; Choice, Regulate &amp; Model, Kindness &amp; Repair) to identify where inconsistency or stress still shows up (e.g. in handovers, transitions or mealtimes).</li><li>Train Your Leaders - Equip Managers and Seniors to connect each SPARK step to a Pillar outcome (e.g. Predict &rarr; builds Responsibility, Repair &rarr; rebuilds Belonging).</li><li>Embed Reflection - Use the <span style="text-decoration: underline; color: #f1c40f;"><strong>[Link] SWIFT+R&trade; Crisis Harness</strong></span> to protect the same principles under pressure ensuring repair and reflection happen even after incidents, not just in calm moments.</li></ul><p>The result: your care teams practise the same language of safety and repair every day and in crisis, they don&rsquo;t abandon it; they protect it.</p><h2><span style="color: #f6c732;">Frequently Asked Questions</span></h2><p><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Q: What are the Six Pillars of the AshDHD Framework? </strong></span><br />A: Safety, Belonging, Voice, Responsibility, Self-Acceptance, and Integrity. They form the psychological foundation beneath every SPARK Care&trade; step.</p><p><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Q: How do they improve care quality? </strong></span><br />A: They make trauma-informed practice measurable turning empathy into consistency, which reduces stress for both staff and children.</p><p><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Q: Can my team apply them immediately? </strong></span><br />A: Yes. Every Pillar is linked to clear daily actions through the SPARK Framework.</p><p><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Q: Are they aligned with Ofsted standards? </strong></span><br />A: Absolutely. Each pillar evidences Ofsted&rsquo;s focus areas: safety, consistency, leadership, reflection and positive relationships.</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

The Six Pillars Foundation for Consistent Care | AshDHD Training

AshDHD Training’s mission is to embed trauma-responsive leadership, relational safety, and reflective culture in every care team to improve outcomes and raise quality standards.

Our Mission & Values for Trauma-Responsive Children's Care

<p>Our mission is simple: <span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>We are here to help you build safer, more consistent children's care by turning your values into action.</strong></span></p><p>We do this by providing practical frameworks that embed trauma-responsive leadership, build a culture of reflection and learning in care teams and create consistent supervision and accountability.</p><p>This is our <strong><span style="color: #f1c40f;">"Compassion Meets Action"</span></strong> philosophy.</p><h3><strong><span style="color: #f1c40f;">Key Takeaways</span></strong></h3><ul><li>Our values are built on a foundation of real-world, lived care experience.</li><li>We turn abstract goals into practical, everyday actions for your staff.</li><li>Learn how a strong, embedded culture improves outcomes and retention.</li><li>Our mission aligns directly with Ofsted and CQC quality standards.</li></ul><h2><span style="color: #f6c732;">Why "Lived Experience" Values Matter</span></h2><p>For a Registered Manager or Deputy, the pressure to maintain consistency is immense. You're balancing staff turnover, skills gaps and intense inspection pressure.</p><p>Generic values don't help. A practical, embedded culture does.</p><p>Because our founder, Ash, has been both a "care kid" and a frontline manager, our values are not just "nice to have" - they are the essential blueprint for a service that is:</p><ul><li><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Safe &amp; Consistent: </strong></span>For the young people who rely on you.</li><li><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Supportive &amp; Clear:</strong></span> For the staff who need to feel confident.</li><li><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Evident &amp; Measurable:</strong></span> For Ofsted and CQC inspectors.</li></ul><h2><span style="color: #f6c732;">Our Values in Action: Compassion Meets Action</span></h2><p>These aren't just our values; this is the framework we use to help you build a better, stronger team.</p><h3><span style="color: #f1c40f;">1. Embedding Trauma-Responsive Leadership</span></h3><ul><li>The Compassion (The "Why"): We believe all leadership must start from a place of empathy. This means truly understanding the impact of trauma on both the children and the staff who support them.</li><li>The Action (The "How"): This isn't just "being nice." It's about providing consistent supervision and accountability. It's giving your Deputy Managers and Seniors the practical tools (like our <span style="text-decoration: underline; color: #f1c40f;"><strong>&nbsp;<a href="/cm/swift-r-crisis-model" target="_blank" rel="noopener">SWIFT+R&trade;</a></strong></span> model) to lead reflective, supportive and structured conversations.</li></ul><h3><span style="color: #f1c40f;">2. Building a Culture of Reflection and Learning</span></h3><ul><li>The Compassion (The "Why"): We believe a "no-blame" culture is essential. Staff must feel psychologically safe to reflect on their practice, admit when they're stuck and learn from mistakes.</li><li>The Action (The "How"): We build a culture of reflection and learning in care teams by making it a formal, consistent process. This isn't a "chat when you have time"; it's a core operational rhythm that reduces burnout, spots skills gaps and builds team resilience.</li></ul><h3><span style="color: #f1c40f;">3. Accountability and Relational Safety in Action</span></h3><ul><li>The Compassion (The "Why"): Our ultimate goal is embedding relational safety. This is a culture where both staff and young people feel safe, respected and supported through consistent, predictable relationships.</li><li>The Action (The "How"): True safety comes from accountability. Our <a href="/cm/spark-care-framework" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="text-decoration: underline; color: #f1c40f;"><strong>SPARK Care&trade; Framework</strong></span></a> gives every team member clarity on their role, the standards expected and the part they play in the bigger picture. This clarity is what builds trust and consistency.</li></ul><h2><span style="color: #f6c732;">How Our Values Drive Better Outcomes</span></h2><p>When your values are clear and actionable, everything else falls into line.</p><ul><li><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>For Ofsted:</strong> </span>You can demonstrate your 'Well-Led' and 'Safe' culture. An inspector can ask any staff member about your approach and they'll get a consistent, confident answer.</li><li><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>For Staff Retention:</strong></span> You reduce burnout. Staff who feel supported, heard and competent in their roles don't leave. A strong, reflective culture is your single best tool for improving outcomes in children's residential care.</li></ul><h2><span style="color: #f6c732;">Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)</span></h2><p><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Q: What are trauma-responsive leadership values?</strong></span><br />A: They are values that focus on empathy, consistency and reflective supervision. Instead of a top-down, reactive approach, they build a safer, more supportive environment for both children and staff by recognising the impact of trauma on everyone.</p><p><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Q: How does reflective practice improve care quality?</strong></span><br />A: It gives staff a structured way to stop, think and learn from complex situations. This helps them understand the why behind behaviours (their own and the child's) and refine their responses, leading to safer, more effective care.</p><p><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Q: Why is accountability vital in residential care?</strong></span><br />A: Accountability is the engine for consistency. When everyone is clear on their role and the standards they're working to, you build trust. This trust - between staff, managers and young people - is essential for a safe, high-quality service.</p><p><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Q: How do AshDHD&rsquo;s values support Ofsted standards?</strong></span><br />A: They align directly with the key inspection frameworks for leadership, culture and safety. Our "Compassion Meets Action" model gives you the exact evidence inspectors look for to prove your service is well-led, safe and effective.</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

Our Mission & Values for Trauma-Responsive Children's Care | AshDHD

Our Mission & Values

Meet Ash, founder of AshDHD. See how her unique lived experience in care and frontline management built the frameworks that create real change.

Our Values and Unmatched Expertise

<p>Our mission is to ensure every child in care is supported by staff who are confident, consistent and truly understand them. Our founder, Ash Derges, is the heart of our expertise, her journey is our "why."</p><p>Lived Experience:</p><p><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><em>"I grew up as a 'care kid.' I know what it feels like when systems fail, when staff are inconsistent and when good intentions aren't enough. I saw the gaps from the inside."</em></span></p><p>Professional Experience:</p><p><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><em>"I spent 5 years in a council children's home, moving up the ranks from support worker to ACM. I managed the teams, I dealt with the crises and I saw firsthand why <strong>generic</strong> training doesn't stick."</em></span></p><p>My "Why" - The AshDHD Mission:</p><p><span style="color: #f6c732;">"<em>As someone with ADHD, I thrive on structure and clarity. I founded AshDHD to give teams the practical, repeatable frameworks I know they need to feel supported, reduce burnout and provide the consistency our children deserve.</em>"</span></p><h2>&nbsp;</h2><h2><span style="color: #f1c40f;">▷ Ready to build calmer, more consistent care through evidence-based frameworks?</span></h2><p>Book a free consultation with Ash today and discover how trauma-responsive, neurodiversity-smart training can transform your team&rsquo;s confidence, consistency and inspection outcomes.</p><div class="calendly-inline-widget" data-url="https://calendly.com/ashleydevonia/15min" data-processed="true"><div class="calendly-spinner" style="text-align: center;"><div class="calendly-bounce3"></div></div><iframe style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" src="https://calendly.com/ashleydevonia/15min?embed_domain=kaizen-digital.com&amp;embed_type=Inline" height="900px" width="100%" data-mce-fragment="1"></iframe></div>

About AshDHD Training: Lived Experience, Real Frameworks

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Join AshDHD’s 6-Month Pilot Programme to embed trauma-informed frameworks, strengthen supervision, and measure real improvement in your care home.

6-Month Pilot Programme for Children's Care Homes and Semi-Independence

<p>Trying to find a training programme that actually sticks and delivers measurable change is a real headache, isn't it?</p><p>You're a Registered Manager or a provider director. You've seen the "one-day wonder" training sessions that tick a box but change nothing on the frontline. You're still struggling with staff consistency, high turnover and the constant pressure to prove your quality to Ofsted.</p><p><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>You need more than just training. You need a structured, practical system for organisational change in your children's home.</strong></span></p><p>That's why we're not offering a simple training course. We're offering an exclusive Founding Partner opportunity.</p><p>We are looking for 2-3 ambitious care homes to join the very first cohort of our 6-Month Pilot Programme. This is your chance to get in at the ground level, work directly with our founder, Ash and be one of the first to implement the UK's only Neuro-Smart, Trauma-Informed framework at a significantly reduced rate.</p><p>We'll work with you to embed the frameworks, strengthen your supervision and co-create the measurable, Ofsted-aligned evidence you need to prove your excellence.<br /><br /></p><h3><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>▷ Key Takeaways</strong></span></h3><ul><li>Secure one of 2-3 exclusive Founding Partner spots for our 6-Month Pilot Programme for Care Homes and Semi-Indepedance Homes.</li><li>A structured, 6-month model for piloting trauma-informed frameworks and driving real organisational change.</li><li>Strengthen your trauma-informed supervision and accountability with built-in Fidelity Tools and Staff Mirror reflections.</li><li>We will co-create a powerful, Ofsted-aligned evaluation report to prove your quality and consistency.</li><li>Receive a 40%+ saving on the full programme cost as a Founding Partner.<br /><br /></li></ul><h2><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>▷ </strong></span><span style="color: #f6c732;">Why a "Founding Partner" Pilot is a Smarter Choice</span></h2><p>Standard, off-the-shelf training fails because it's not designed for your team, your children or your specific challenges.</p><p>As a Founding Partner, you don't just "get" the training; you get a bespoke, high-support partnership. This approach works because it's:</p><ul><li><span style="color: #f1c40f;">Led by an Expert with Lived Experience:</span> You get to work directly with our founder, Ash. Her 5 years of frontline experience and her personal lived experience in the care system mean our frameworks are built for the real world.</li><li><span style="color: #f1c40f;">A Genuine Partnership:</span> We are as invested in your success as you are. We need your feedback and data to build our national case studies. In return, you get an unparalleled level of support and a "Founding Partner" rate.</li><li><span style="color: #f1c40f;">Focused on "Sticking":</span> This isn't a "train and run" model. This is a 6-month journey of improving staff retention through training because it focuses on embedding, coaching and reflection, making the practice stick.<br /><br /></li></ul><h2><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>▷ </strong></span><span style="color: #f6c732;">What the 6-Month Programme Involves</span></h2><p>This is a structured, practical pipeline for measuring improvement across your care services. We stay with you for the full six months to ensure the framework becomes your culture.</p><p><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Month 1: Foundation &amp; Setup</strong></span></p><ul><li>We start with a Manager Setup &amp; Strategy Meeting to define your specific goals.</li><li>We deliver the core SPARK Foundations Training (Half-Day Online) for your team (up to 12 staff).</li><li>We distribute the Staff &amp; Young Person Questionnaires to establish your baseline.</li></ul><p><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Month 2: Personalisation &amp; Audit</strong></span></p><ul><li>This is where the magic happens. We deliver your bespoke Personalised SPARK-Incorporated Care Plans for up to 4 children (more YP's can be added).</li><li>We conduct the Environmental Audit to assess how your physical and sensory spaces are supporting (or hindering) regulation.</li></ul><p><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Months 3-4: Embedding &amp; Reflection</strong></span></p><ul><li>We begin the monthly coaching and reflection cycle.</li><li>We introduce the SPARK Quick-Fire Questions to use in handovers and team meetings.</li><li>We conduct a Micro Review of the care plans and audit progress.</li></ul><p><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Month 5: Deepening Practice &amp; Crisis Tools</strong></span></p><ul><li>We conduct the first full Quarterly Review to track progress.</li><li>We deliver the Staff Mirror Tool &amp; Incident Reflection Sheet to embed reflective practice.</li><li><em>Optional: We can introduce the <a href="/cm/swift-r-crisis-model/how-it-works-in-crisis"><span style="text-decoration: underline; color: #f1c40f;"><strong>SWIFT+R&trade; Crisis Harness</strong></span></a> training (as an add-on) to align your crisis response.</em></li></ul><p><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Month 6: Evaluation &amp; Ofsted-Ready Evidence</strong></span></p><ul><li>We conduct a full evaluation of staff confidence, incident trends and fidelity.</li><li>We deliver your final Ofsted-Aligned Evaluation Summary - a powerful, data-rich report that proves your journey of improvement.<br /><br /></li></ul><h2><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>▷ </strong></span><span style="color: #f6c732;">Your Deliverables: A Toolkit for Measurable Change</span></h2><p>As a Founding Partner, you receive the complete toolkit for one home, designed for our structured quality improvement pilots.</p><p><img src="/static/imglib/yguyg.png" height="511" width="568" alt="" /><br /><br /></p><h2><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>▷ </strong></span><span style="color: #f6c732;">How to Join the Founding Partner Programme</span></h2><p>This opportunity is strictly limited to 2-3 partner homes for our 2026 launch.</p><p>This is for you if you're a Registered Manager, Deputy or provider who is ready to stop firefighting and start building a genuinely consistent, confident and trauma-informed service.<br /><br /></p><h2><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>▷ </strong></span><strong><span style="color: #f1c40f;">The Founding Partner Offer</span></strong></h2><ul><li>Full 6-Month Pilot Programme Value: &pound;11,995</li><li>Your Exclusive Founding Partner Rate: &pound;5,999<br /><br /></li></ul><h2><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>▷ </strong></span><strong><span style="color: #f1c40f;">What We Ask in Return</span></strong></h2><p>Simply, we ask that you:</p><ul><li>Allow anonymised data collection (e.g., staff confidence, incident trends).</li><li>Provide structured feedback at Months 3 and 6.</li><li>Permit us to (with your full approval) reference your service in a future case study.</li></ul><h6><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>&nbsp;</strong></span></h6><h2><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>▷ </strong></span><span style="color: #f6c732;">Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)</span></h2><p><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Q: What is the 6-Month Pilot Programme for Care Homes?<br /></strong></span>A: It's a structured, high-support "Founding Partner" opportunity for 2-3 homes. It&rsquo;s designed to embed our Neuro-Smart, trauma-informed frameworks (like SPARK Care&trade;), strengthen your supervision and track measurable change over six months.</p><p><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Q: How are outcomes measured?<br /></strong></span>A: We measure them together. We use Fidelity Tools to track implementation, audit supervision quality and use pre- and post-pilot data to track staff confidence, wellbeing and incident trends. This is all compiled in your final Ofsted-Aligned Evaluation Report.</p><p><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Q: Who is the programme for?<br /></strong></span>A: It's for ambitious Registered Managers, Deputies and multi-site providers who are serious about piloting trauma-informed frameworks and want to build a culture of measurable, consistent quality.</p><p><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Q: Can multi-site providers join?<br /></strong></span>A: Yes. A multi-site provider is an ideal partner. You can pilot the framework in one "test" home or a small cluster, with a view to a wider, scalable rollout.<br /><br /></p><h3><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>▷ </strong></span><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>This offer closes as soon as the 3 partner slots are filled.</strong></span></h3><h6><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Don't miss your chance to be at the forefront of this new standard in care. Book your consultation today and pick a slot in my diary below!</strong></span></h6><div class="calendly-inline-widget" data-url="https://calendly.com/ashleydevonia/15min" data-processed="true"><div class="calendly-spinner" style="text-align: center;"><div class="calendly-bounce1"></div><div class="calendly-bounce3"></div></div><iframe style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" src="https://calendly.com/ashleydevonia/15min?embed_domain=kaizen-digital.com&amp;embed_type=Inline" height="900px" width="100%" data-mce-fragment="1"></iframe></div>

6-Month Pilot Programme for Children's Care Homes | AshDHD Learning

6 Month Pilot Programme

Learn what the SPARK Care Framework is and how this Neuro-Smart, trauma-informed model transforms consistency, safety, and reflective practice in children’s care.

What Is the SPARK Care™ Framework?

<h1><strong><span style="color: #f1c40f;">What Is the SPARK Care&trade; Framework?</span></strong></h1><p>The SPARK Care&trade; Framework is a trauma-informed model for children&rsquo;s services that gives your team a practical, 6-step process for every single interaction.</p><p>It was designed by our founder, Ash, based on her 5 years of frontline experience and her personal, lived experience in the care system.</p><p>The framework's entire purpose is to solve the biggest problem in residential care: inconsistency.</p><p>It does this by giving all your staff - from the new starter to the senior leader - a simple, memorable and repeatable set of actions. This shared language is how structured frameworks transform care, moving your team from being reactive and overwhelmed to being proactive, confident and consistent.<br /><br /></p><h2><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>▷ </strong></span><span style="color: #f6c732;">The Vision Behind SPARK</span></h2><p>SPARK was born from our founder's direct experience. She saw that most training fails because it's not built for the reality of neurodiversity (like ADHD, Autism and PDA) and it's not practical enough for a high-stress shift.</p><p>Our vision is to provide a framework that is. It's built on a simple, powerful quote from Ash:</p><p><em><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>"SPARK isn&rsquo;t behaviour management - it&rsquo;s self-esteem in motion. It's a system for turning your team's good intentions into measurable, consistent, daily practice."</strong></span></em></p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>▷ </strong></span><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Why Trauma-Informed Structure Matters</strong></span></h2><p>For children who have experienced trauma, predictability is safety. A lack of structure feels chaotic and threatening, which is often the root cause of escalations.</p><p>For staff, a lack of structure is stressful. It leads to "decision fatigue" and burnout.</p><p>SPARK provides a clear, reliable structure for everyone. This predictability calms the nervous system, builds trust and creates the stable foundation needed for real healing.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>▷ </strong></span><span style="color: #f6c732;">The Core Principles of the SPARK Framework</span></h2><p>SPARK is built on three core principles that make it different from other models you may have seen.</p><ul><li>It's "Neuro-Smart," Not Just Trauma-Informed. This is the key. Most trauma models assume a neurotypical brain. SPARK is the first framework built to merge trauma-informed principles with the specific brain-based needs of neurodivergent children. It reframes "won't" to "can't right now" and gives staff practical tools for sensory, processing and executive function needs.</li><li>It Builds Self-Esteem, Not Compliance. This isn't a behaviour chart. Every step of SPARK is mapped to one of the <span style="text-decoration: underline; color: #f1c40f;"><strong><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Six_Pillars_of_Self-Esteem" title="Six Pillars of Self-Esteem" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Six Pillars of Self-Esteem</a></strong></span> (like Safety, Belonging and Voice). When a staff member uses A: Adjust &amp; Choice, they aren't just stopping a crisis; they're actively building that child's sense of Voice and Responsibility.</li><li>It's Built for Repair, Not Rupture. The framework has K: Kindness &amp; Repair built into its DNA. It gives staff a clear process to restore connection and dignity after a rupture, making it a core part of the job, not an afterthought. This is essential for building reflective, confident practitioners.<br /><br /></li></ul><h2><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>▷ </strong></span><span style="color: #f6c732;">How SPARK Creates Safer, Consistent Care</span></h2><p>SPARK transforms your service by creating a "common language" that everyone speaks.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>▷ </strong></span><span style="color: #f1c40f;">A 6-Step Practical Tool for Every Interaction</span></h2><p>The framework is a simple, memorable acronym:</p><ul><li><strong><span style="color: #f6c732;">S&sup2;:</span></strong> Safety &amp; Scan: Pause. Notice body, mood and environment.</li><li><span style="color: #f6c732;"><strong>S:</strong></span>&nbsp;Safety &amp; Downshift: Calm your voice and body first. Secure safety before you correct.</li><li><span style="color: #f6c732;"><strong>P:</strong></span>&nbsp;Predict &amp; Preload: Warn before change. Make life predictable to lower anxiety.</li><li><span style="color: #f6c732;"><strong>A:</strong></span>&nbsp;Adjust &amp; Choice: Shrink the demand. Offer two real, small options to restore control.</li><li><span style="color: #f6c732;"><strong>R:</strong></span>&nbsp;Regulate &amp; Model: Co-regulate. Let them borrow your calm. Your nervous system is the anchor.</li><li><span style="color: #f6c732;"><strong>K:</strong></span>&nbsp;Kindness &amp; Repair: Always return after a rupture. Restore dignity and connection, every time.<br /><br /></li></ul><h2><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>▷ </strong></span><span style="color: #f1c40f;">Improving Emotional Regulation in Teams</span></h2><p>You can't co-regulate a child if you're dysregulated yourself. SPARK is a tool for improving emotional regulation in teams because it gives staff a clear plan. When you have a plan, you feel less stressed and more in control. Tools like the Staff Mirror (part of our implementation) then embed this into your reflective supervision, making it a measurable skill.</p><ul><li style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong><a href="/cm/6-month-pilot-programme" target="_blank" style="color: #f1c40f;" rel="noopener">See How Our 6-Month Pilot Implements This </a></strong></span></li><li style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><a href="/cm/spark-care-framework" style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>See the Full SPARK Framework in Detail</strong></a><br /><br /></span></li></ul><h2><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>▷ </strong></span><span style="color: #f6c732;">Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)</span></h2><p><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Q: What does SPARK stand for?</strong></span><br />A: SPARK is a 6-step framework for trauma-informed daily practice: S&sup2; (Safety &amp; Scan), S (Safety &amp; Downshift), P (Predict &amp; Preload), A (Adjust &amp; Choice), R (Regulate &amp; Model), and K (Kindness &amp; Repair).</p><p><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Q: How does it help care teams?</strong></span><br />A: It gives them a single, shared language for providing consistent, predictable and Neuro-Smart care. This clarity builds staff confidence, improves team cohesion, embeds reflective supervision and reduces escalations.</p><p><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Q: Is SPARK evidence-based?</strong></span><br />A: Yes. It's grounded in established, evidence-based trauma theory, attachment models and neuroscience. Crucially, its effectiveness comes from being built on the direct, practical evidence of our founder's 5 years of frontline experience and personal lived experience in the care system.</p><p><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Q: How does SPARK improve emotional regulation?</strong></span><br />A: It provides a structured, predictable process for high-stress moments. This clarity reduces staff anxiety, allowing them to model calm (R: Regulate &amp; Model). It also includes tools like the Staff Mirror to make reflective practice a core, ongoing part of your supervision, which builds emotional literacy in your teams.</p><div class="calendly-inline-widget" data-url="https://calendly.com/ashleydevonia/15min" data-processed="true"><div class="calendly-spinner" style="text-align: center;"><div class="calendly-bounce1"></div><div class="calendly-bounce3"></div></div><iframe style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" src="https://calendly.com/ashleydevonia/15min?embed_domain=kaizen-digital.com&amp;embed_type=Inline" height="900px" width="100%" data-mce-fragment="1"></iframe></div>

What Is the SPARK Care Framework? | AshDHD Learning

What Is SPARK Care™

Learn how the SPARK Care Framework's 6 steps (Safety, Belonging, Voice, Responsibility, Self-Acceptance, Integrity) build the foundation for self-esteem.

The Six Pillars Explained

<h1><span style="color: #f6c732;">The "Why" Behind the SPARK Care Framework</span></h1><p>Trying to explain the point of all your team's hard work can be tough, can't it?</p><p>You're a manager and you're running on fumes. You're trying to embed trauma-informed leadership practices, but it's hard to prove that the small, everyday actions are making a real difference. How do you show Ofsted or even your own team that the daily grind of co-regulation and crisis management is actually building something?</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>▷ </strong></span><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>This is the "why" behind SPARK.</strong></span></h2><p>SPARK isn&rsquo;t behaviour management - it&rsquo;s self-esteem in motion.</p><p>Every single step in the SPARK and SWIFT+R frameworks is a "micro-action" designed to plant a brick in one of the Six Pillars of Self-Esteem. These pillars are the psychological foundation that trauma fractures. SPARK is the tool to rebuild them.<br /><br /></p><h3><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>▷ </strong></span><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Key Takeaways</strong></span></h3><ul><li>The 6 Pillars are the Outcome: They are Safety, Belonging, Voice, Responsibility, Self-Acceptance and Integrity.</li><li>SPARK is the Action: Every SPARK step (like S &ndash; Safety &amp; Downshift) is a practical tool to build a specific pillar.</li><li>This is Your Ofsted Evidence: This "Overlay" model is how you prove your daily practice is creating long-term, positive psychological growth.</li><li>This is the core of building emotional safety and trust in a measurable way.<br /><br /></li></ul><h2><span style="color: #f6c732;">1. Safety: "I feel safe in my world."</span></h2><p>This is the foundation. Without this, no learning, trust or connection is possible. This pillar isn't just about physical safety; it's about nervous-system stability. It's the feeling of predictability.</p><p>How SPARK &amp; SWIFT+R Build it:</p><ul><li><strong><span style="color: #f6c732;">S&sup2;: </span></strong>Safety &amp; Scan: The child learns that adults see distress before it explodes. This predictable noticing replaces threat.</li><li><span style="color: #f6c732;"><strong>S: </strong></span>Safety &amp; Downshift: The adult's calm body and low tone send a "you are safe" signal to the child's nervous system.</li><li><span style="color: #f6c732;"><strong>S: </strong></span>Safe Stance (SWIFT+R): In a crisis, the adult's non-threatening posture is the first signal of safety, before the brain can even process words.</li></ul><h2><span style="color: #f6c732;">2. Belonging: "I know I matter and I&rsquo;m wanted."</span></h2><p>This pillar is the antidote to shame. It's the deep, unconditional knowledge that you are part of the community, even when you make a mistake. It's the foundation of attachment repair.</p><p>How SPARK &amp; SWIFT+R build it:</p><ul><li><span style="color: #f6c732;"><strong>K: </strong></span>Kindness &amp; Repair: This is the ultimate tool for Belonging. By always returning to reconnect after a rupture, you prove that connection is unconditional.</li><li><span style="color: #f6c732;"><strong>T: </strong></span>Time-In, Time-Bound (SWIFT+R): Staying present during a crisis breaks the abandonment cycle. It proves: "Even at your worst, I am here."</li><li><span style="color: #f6c732;"><strong>+R: </strong></span>Repair &amp; Reconnect (SWIFT+R): This step explicitly confirms that dignity always returns and the relationship is secure.</li></ul><h2><span style="color: #f6c732;">3. Voice: "I can speak and be heard."</span></h2><p>This pillar builds self-advocacy and communication confidence. Many children in care feel powerless. Giving them a real, tangible impact on their world is a core principle of consistent care.</p><p>How SPARK &amp; SWIFT+R build it:</p><ul><li><span style="color: #f6c732;"><strong>A: </strong></span>Adjust &amp; Choice: This is the primary tool for building Voice. Offering real, limited options (e.g., "juice or water?") gives the child a sense of safe autonomy and control.</li><li><span style="color: #f6c732;"><strong>F: </strong></span>Focus &amp; Adjust (SWIFT+R): By reading a child's non-verbal cues (their body, their breathing) and adjusting your approach, you are "hearing" what they cannot say.</li></ul><h2><span style="color: #f6c732;">4. Responsibility: "My choices have meaning."</span></h2><p>This pillar is about accountability and intrinsic motivation. It's the "cause-and-effect" thinking that builds executive function.</p><p>How SPARK &amp; SWIFT+R build it:</p><ul><li><span style="color: #f6c732;"><strong>P: </strong></span>Predict &amp; Preload: Giving clear countdowns and visual cues teaches cause-and-effect. The world becomes predictable, not random.</li><li><span style="color: #f6c732;"><strong>A: </strong></span>Adjust &amp; Choice: By offering choices, you are also handing over the small, safe responsibility for that choice.</li><li><span style="color: #f6c732;"><strong>I: </strong></span>Immediate Regulation (SWIFT+R): Offering a co-regulation tool (like a drink or a walk) models self-soothing as a skill and a personal responsibility, not just compliance.</li></ul><h2><span style="color: #f6c732;">5. Self-Acceptance: "I can be me without shame."</span></h2><p>This pillar is about emotional literacy and resilience. It's the crucial shift from "I am bad" to "I am feeling a bad emotion."</p><p>How SPARK &amp; SWIFT+R build it:</p><ul><li><span style="color: #f6c732;"><strong>S: </strong></span>Safety &amp; Downshift: When you validate their feeling ("I can see you're angry") instead of punishing the emotion, you treat it as information, not defiance. This is how shame begins to lift.</li><li><span style="color: #f6c732;"><strong>W: </strong></span>Words Few (SWIFT+R): In a crisis, you remove shame triggers. By not lecturing while they are dysregulated, you are protecting their self-acceptance.</li></ul><h2><span style="color: #f6c732;">6. Integrity: "I can trust myself and others can trust me."</span></h2><p>This is the capstone. It's about honesty, reliability and internal safety. It's the child learning that the world&mdash;and the adults in it&mdash;are consistent and trustworthy.</p><p>How SPARK &amp; SWIFT+R build it:</p><ul><li><span style="color: #f6c732;"><strong>R: </strong></span>Regulate &amp; Model: The adult's consistency is what builds this pillar. By modelling calm, you prove that calm is possible and that you are a trustworthy anchor.</li><li><span style="color: #f6c732;"><strong>K: </strong></span>Kindness &amp; Repair: Repairing a rupture demonstrates honesty and reliability. It proves that you, the adult, can be trusted to make things right.</li><li><span style="color: #f6c732;"><strong>F: </strong></span>Focus &amp; Adjust (SWIFT+R): This teaches attunement. The child learns that adults will adapt rather than dominate, proving their integrity.<br /><br /></li><li><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong><a href="/cm/spark-care-framework" target="_blank" style="color: #f1c40f;" rel="noopener">Learn About the Full SPARK Care Framework</a></strong></span></li><li><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong><a href="/cm/6-month-pilot-programme" target="_blank" style="color: #f1c40f;" rel="noopener">See How Our 6-Month Pilot Implements This&nbsp;</a><br /></strong></span><br /><br /></li></ul><h2><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>▷ </strong></span><span style="color: #f6c732;">Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)</span></h2><p><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Q: What are the Six Pillars of SPARK Care?</strong></span><br />A: They are the 6 core psychological outcomes the framework is designed to build in a child: Safety, Belonging, Voice, Responsibility, Self-Acceptance and Integrity. Every SPARK step is a practical tool to build one of these pillars.</p><p><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Q: How do these pillars improve consistency?</strong></span><br />A: The pillars give your team a shared goal. The SPARK framework gives them the shared actions to reach that goal. This alignment between "why" (the pillars) and "how" (the SPARK steps) is what creates consistency across all staff and shifts.</p><p><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Q: How do the pillars relate to reflective supervision?</strong></span><br />A: They are the foundation of reflective supervision models. Instead of just asking "what happened?", a manager can ask, "Which pillar were we trying to build?" or "How did that interaction impact their pillar of Safety?"</p><p><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Q: How do these pillars help with neurodiverse children?</strong></span><br />A: Neurodiverse children thrive on safety, predictability and choice not control. The Six Pillars work by giving structure to these needs: Safety grows through consistent, low-arousal routines, while Responsibility and Voice are built when staff offer real, manageable choices. Through the <a href="/cm/spark-care-framework"><span style="text-decoration: underline; color: #f1c40f;"><strong>SPARK Care&trade; Framework</strong></span></a>, these principles become daily actions reducing sensory overload, increasing trust and helping the child&rsquo;s nervous system feel calm and understood.</p><div class="calendly-inline-widget" data-url="https://calendly.com/ashleydevonia/15min" data-processed="true"><div class="calendly-spinner" style="text-align: center;"><div class="calendly-bounce1"></div><div class="calendly-bounce3"></div></div><iframe style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" src="https://calendly.com/ashleydevonia/15min?embed_domain=kaizen-digital.com&amp;embed_type=Inline" height="900px" width="100%" data-mce-fragment="1"></iframe></div>

The Six Pillars of Self-Esteem in the SPARK Care Framework | AshDHD Learning

Learn how to apply the 6 practical SPARK steps (S² to K) in your daily care routines to build calmer, more consistent, and trauma-informed teams.

Everyday Practice Spine: SPARK Steps

<h1><span style="color: #f6c732;">SPARK in Everyday Practice: The 6 Daily Steps</span></h1><p>It's tough being on the frontline, isn't it?</p><p>You're dealing with burnout, you're trying to manage high-stress moments and sometimes the "expectations" from managers feel a million miles away from the reality of your shift.</p><p>You don't need another abstract theory. You need a practical, "in-the-moment" plan that helps you feel confident, supported and consistent.</p><p>That's exactly what the SPARK Care Framework is. This is your "everyday practice spine." It's a simple, 6-step tool (from S&sup2; to K) that gives you a clear, shared language for embedding trauma-informed practice daily.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>▷ </strong></span><span style="color: #f6c732;">What Are the S&sup2; to K Steps?</span></h2><p>SPARK is your 6-step guide for every interaction, from a calm "good morning" to a difficult crisis. It's your "what to do next" plan.</p><p>These are the steps you'll find on your SPARK Pocket Card.</p><h3><span style="color: #f1c40f;">1. S&sup2;: Safety &amp; Scan: The 'Pause'</span></h3><ul><li>What it is: Before you act or speak, you pause. You scan the young person (Body, Mood) and the Environment (Sensory, Safety).</li><li>Why it matters: This stop-second prevents you from reacting on impulse. It's the first step in creating calm, predictable environments.</li></ul><h3><span style="color: #f1c40f;">2. S: Safety &amp; Downshift: The 'Calm'</span></h3><ul><li>What it is: You calm your own body and voice first. Lower your tone, soften your stance. You secure emotional safety before you try to correct or teach.</li><li>Why it matters: You can't co-regulate if you're not regulated. This step makes you the "anchor" in the room.</li></ul><h3><span style="color: #f1c40f;">3. P: Predict &amp; Preload: The 'Preview'</span></h3><ul><li>What it is: You warn before any change. You give clear, simple previews. "In 5 minutes, we'll put the game away." "First, shoes, then the park."</li><li>Why it matters: This is vital for neurodiverse children. It lowers anxiety, builds trust and prevents meltdowns by making the world feel predictable, not chaotic.</li></ul><h3><span style="color: #f1c40f;">4. A: Adjust &amp; Choice: The 'Control'</span></h3><ul><li>What it is: You shrink the demand and offer two real, small choices. "Juice or water?" "Coat or hoodie?"</li><li>Why it matters: This gives the young person a small, safe sense of control. It's a "face-saving" way to de-escalate power struggles and build their Voice pillar.</li></ul><h3><span style="color: #f1c40f;">5. R: Regulate &amp; Model: The 'Anchor'</span></h3><ul><li>What it is: You actively co-regulate. You model the calm you want to see. You might take a slow breath with them or just sit calmly nearby.</li><li>Why it matters: You're letting them "borrow your calm." This is one of the most powerful staff reflection tools for better care - realising your nervous system is a tool.</li></ul><h3><span style="color: #f1c40f;">6. K: Kindness &amp; Repair: The 'Reset'</span></h3><ul><li>What it is: You always return to restore connection after a rupture, big or small. "That was tough, wasn't it? We're okay. Let's start fresh."</li><li>Why it matters: This is the most important step for building trust. It proves that connection is unconditional and builds the Belonging pillar.</li></ul><p>&nbsp;</p><h2><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>▷ </strong></span><span style="color: #f6c732;">How SPARK Helps You on Shift</span></h2><p>This framework was designed by a former frontline assistant manager who understands the burnout. It's built to make your job less stressful and more effective;</p><ul><li>It Reduces Your Burnout: SPARK gives you a clear plan. Having a plan in a crisis reduces your "decision fatigue" and stress.</li><li>It Builds Team Consistency: When everyone uses the same 6 steps, you stop the "one rule for one shift" problem. This improves team communication because everyone is speaking the same language.</li><li>It Builds Your Confidence: You know what to do. You have a professional tool that helps you de-escalate, manage challenging moments and feel more effective.</li></ul><p>&nbsp;</p><h2><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>▷ </strong></span><span style="color: #f6c732;">How Leaders Use SPARK to Build Reflective Teams</span></h2><ul><li>For Deputy Managers and Seniors, this is your tool for reflective routines for support workers.</li><li>In Handovers: You use SPARK Quick-Fire Questions. "Where did we use P: Predict &amp; Preload well today?" "Where did we have to use K: Repair?"</li><li>Post-Incident: You use the Staff Mirror Tool. This isn't a "ticking off"; it's a reflective, "no-blame" way to review an incident using the 6 SPARK steps. It's the core of building a supported, learning culture.<br /><br /><br /></li><li><a href="/cm/spark-care-framework"><span style="text-decoration: underline; color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Learn About the Full SPARK Framework</strong></span></a></li><li><span style="text-decoration: underline; color: #f1c40f;"><strong><a href="/cm/6-month-pilot-programme" target="_blank" style="color: #f1c40f; text-decoration: underline;" rel="noopener">See How Our 6-Month Pilot Implements This</a></strong></span></li></ul><p>&nbsp;</p><h2><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>▷ </strong></span><span style="color: #f6c732;">Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)</span></h2><p><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Q: What do the S&sup2; to K steps mean?<br /></strong></span>A: They are the six practical steps of the SPARK Care Framework: S&sup2; (Safety &amp; Scan), S (Safety &amp; Downshift), P (Predict &amp; Preload), A (Adjust &amp; Choice), R (Regulate &amp; Model), and K (Kindness &amp; Repair).</p><p><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Q: How do I apply SPARK daily?</strong></span><br />A: You use the six steps as your "go-to" process for every interaction. You'll get a SPARK Pocket Card to keep on your lanyard as a reminder. It starts with pausing (Scan) and calming (Downshift) before you act.</p><p><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Q: How does this help support workers?</strong></span><br />A: It creates clear, consistent expectations and gives you a practical plan for high-stress moments. This reduces your personal burnout and builds your confidence, making you feel more effective and supported.</p><p><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Q: What outcomes can I expect?</strong></span><br />A: You can expect a calmer, more predictable environment. This leads to reduced stress (for you and the children), better team communication and more consistent, trauma-informed care delivery.</p><div class="calendly-inline-widget" data-url="https://calendly.com/ashleydevonia/15min" data-processed="true"><div class="calendly-spinner" style="text-align: center;"><div class="calendly-bounce1"></div><div class="calendly-bounce3"></div></div><iframe style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" src="https://calendly.com/ashleydevonia/15min?embed_domain=kaizen-digital.com&amp;embed_type=Inline" height="900px" width="100%" data-mce-fragment="1"></iframe></div>

SPARK in Everyday Practice: The 6 Daily Steps (S² to K) | AshDHD Learning

Everyday Practice Spine (SPARK Steps)

Learn how AshDHD's ND-Smart Trauma Care Overlays help care teams adapt communication, support sensory regulation, and reduce escalation for neurodiverse children.

Overlays: Neurodiversity, Mental Health, Culture & Environment

<h1><strong><span style="color: #f1c40f;">ND-Smart Trauma Care Overlays</span></strong></h1><p>Our ND-Smart Trauma Care Overlays are the "missing piece" you've been looking for.</p><p>They are not a new, separate framework. They are a set of practical, evidence-based "lenses" that you "overlay" onto the <a href="/cm/spark-care-framework"><span style="text-decoration: underline; color: #f1c40f;"><strong>SPARK Care Framework</strong></span>.</a> They are what make SPARK the UK's first and only Neuro-Smart, Trauma-Informed model.</p><p>This is the core of our Compassion Meets Action philosophy. It's the practical "how-to" for improving communication with neurodiverse children and it's the strategic shift from asking "what's wrong?" to understanding "what's needed?"</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>▷ </strong></span><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>What Are Trauma Care Overlays?</strong></span></h2><p>An overlay is a specific lens that helps your team adapt their approach.</p><p>Our ND-Smart Overlays help your staff reframe their thinking. They're the practical tool that moves your team from seeing "won't" to seeing "can't right now."</p><p>Instead of reacting to a behaviour, your team will ask:</p><ul><li>What's happening in their body and brain right now?</li><li>Is this a sensory, processing, or emotional need?</li><li>What does safety look like for their specific neurology?</li><li>How can I reduce the demands while preserving their dignity?</li></ul><h2><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>▷ </strong></span><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Integrating Trauma and Neurodiversity Principles</strong></span></h2><p>This is where it all clicks. Trauma and neurodiversity are deeply linked. A child living with both faces a dual strain: their neurological wiring (e.g., Autism, ADHD) amplifies sensory and emotional intensity, while their trauma adds fear, mistrust and shame.</p><p>Without an ND-Smart lens, this is what goes wrong:</p><ul><li>Sensory overload looks like defiance.</li><li>Processing avoidance looks like manipulation.</li><li>An anxious shutdown looks like apathy.</li></ul><p>Our overlays give your staff the training to interpret these behaviours accurately. You stop punishing survival responses and start meeting the unmet neurological need.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>▷ </strong></span><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Supporting Sensory Regulation and Communication</strong></span></h2><p>This is where policy becomes daily practice for you and your team. Reducing escalation through sensory awareness is one of the fastest ways to create a calmer home.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>▷ </strong></span><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Adapting Environments for Sensory Regulation</strong></span></h2><p>You can't co-regulate in a chaotic or overwhelming environment. Our framework includes a practical Environmental Audit (a key part of our [Link] 6-Month Pilot Programme).</p><p>This overlay teaches your team to scan the environment (part of the S&sup2; in SPARK) and ask:</p><ul><li>Lighting: Is it too bright, flickering, or is it calm?</li><li>Sound: Is the TV blaring? Are alarms too loud?</li><li>Smell: Are cleaning products or perfumes overwhelming?</li><li>Visual Clutter: Is the space busy and chaotic, or is it simple and predictable?</li><li>Sensory Tools: Are sensory tools available before a crisis or only after?<br /><br /></li></ul><h2><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>▷ </strong></span><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Practical Overlay Techniques for Communication</strong></span></h2><p>For a neurodivergent child in distress, words can feel like noise. Too much talking, or the wrong tone, can be a major trigger.</p><p>Our relational overlays in care practice are simple and effective:</p><ul><li><span style="color: #f1c40f;">Use Fewer Words:</span> We train staff in the W: Words Few step from our SWIFT+R model. Short, clear, 3-5 word phrases ("You're safe," "I'm here") are more effective than long, reasoning sentences.</li><li><span style="color: #f1c40f;">Make it Predictable:</span> Use the P: Predict &amp; Preload step from SPARK. This means using visual timers, 'First/Then' boards and clear countdowns. This predictability is essential for adapting environments for sensory regulation.</li><li><span style="color: #f1c40f;">Offer Real Choice:</span> Use the A: Adjust &amp; Choice step. This reduces the "demand" of a request, which is a common trigger for a PDA profile.<br /><br /></li></ul><h2><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>▷ </strong></span><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Reducing Escalation Through Relational Awareness</strong></span></h2><p>The result of this is simple: you have fewer, shorter and less intense escalations.</p><p>When your staff have the confidence to see a child's distress as a neurological signal, not a behavioural choice, they stop taking it personally. They move from "control" to "curiosity."<br /><br /></p><h2><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>▷ </strong></span><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Embedding ND-Smart Practice in Daily Routines</strong></span></h2><p>This isn't "softer" care; it's smarter care.</p><p>The overlays become part of your team's shared language. In handovers and supervisions, your staff will start saying "I think his sensory overload was the trigger," not "he just kicked off for no reason."</p><p>This builds a calmer, more confident and more skilled team that can actually handle the complex challenges they face every day.<br /><br /></p><ul><li><a href="/cm/spark-care-framework"><span style="text-decoration: underline; color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Learn About the Full SPARK Care Framework</strong></span></a></li><li><span style="text-decoration: underline; color: #f1c40f;"><strong><a href="/cm/6-month-pilot-programme">See How the 6-Month Pilot Implements This</a><br /><br /></strong></span></li></ul><h2><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>▷ </strong></span><strong><span style="color: #f1c40f;">Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)</span></strong></h2><p><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Q: What are ND-Smart Trauma Care Overlays? </strong></span><br />A: They are a core part of the SPARK framework. They are a set of practical principles that help staff adapt their communication, environment and expectations for the specific neurological needs of children with ADHD, Autism, PDA, FASD, etc.</p><p><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Q: How do overlays improve communication? </strong></span><br />A: They teach staff practical skills like using fewer words, lowering their tone and using visual aids (like 'First/Then' boards). This reduces the sensory and processing overload for a child, which is a very common trigger for escalation.</p><p><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Q: Are overlays part of SPARK Care? </strong></span><br />A: Yes, they are fully integrated. SPARK is the only UK framework designed to be "Neuro-Smart" from the ground up, based on our founder's lived and professional experience with neurodiversity.</p><p><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Q: How do staff learn to use these overlays? </strong></span><br />A: Through our <a href="/cm/training-certification"><span style="text-decoration: underline; color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Foundations Training</strong></span></a> and the intensive coaching in our <a href="cm//6-month-pilot-programme"><span style="text-decoration: underline; color: #f1c40f;"><strong>6-Month Pilot Programme</strong></span></a>. We use practical tools like the Environmental Audit and the SWIFT+R crisis model to turn this theory into daily practice.</p>

Overlays: Neurodiversity, Mental Health, Culture & Environment | AshDHD Learning

Discover the SPARK Care Framework UK—AshDHD’s evidence-based model for consistent, trauma-informed care, structured supervision, and measurable improvement.

SPARK Care™ Framework

<h1><span style="color: #f6c732;">SPARK Care Framework</span></h1><p>The SPARK Care&trade; Framework is the UK&rsquo;s first Neuro-Smart, Trauma-Informed Care model designed from lived experience.</p><p>It&rsquo;s a practical, step-by-step framework that finally bridges the gap between relational care (like PACE) and the practical structure needed for neurodiverse children.</p><p>It gives your team a shared language and a predictable 6-step routine for every single interaction. This is how you stop firefighting and start improving consistency and predictability in care, build staff confidence and get the measurable improvement in care outcomes that Ofsted demands.<br /><br /></p><h3><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>▷ </strong></span><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Key Takeaways</strong></span></h3><ul><li>The UK's Only Neuro-Smart Framework: SPARK is the only UK model built to merge trauma-informed principles with the specific brain-based needs of children with ADHD, Autism, PDA and FASD.</li><li>A 6-Step Practical Tool: It's not just theory. SPARK gives your staff 6 simple, repeatable steps (S&sup2;-S-P-A-R-K) for every interaction.</li><li>Builds Self-Esteem, Not Just Compliance: SPARK isn't behaviour management; it's a framework for building the Six Pillars of Self-Esteem in children.</li><li>Creates Ofsted Evidence: The framework provides a clear, auditable system for structured supervision and leadership models, giving you the evidence you need for your 'Well-Led' and 'Safe' inspections.<br /><br /></li></ul><h2><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>▷ </strong></span><span style="color: #f6c732;">What Is the SPARK Care Framework?</span></h2><p>At its heart, SPARK is a 6-step daily practice model. It's an easy-to-remember acronym that gives your staff a "how-to" guide for every interaction, from the calm moments to the challenging ones.</p><p>It stands for:</p><ul><li><span style="color: #f6c732;"><strong>S&sup2;: </strong></span>Safety &amp; Scan: Pause. Notice body, mood and environment.</li><li><strong><span style="color: #f6c732;">S:</span></strong>&nbsp;Safety &amp; Downshift: Calm your voice and body first. Secure safety before you correct.</li><li><span style="color: #f6c732;"><strong>P: </strong></span>Predict &amp; Preload: Warn before change. Make life predictable to lower anxiety.</li><li><span style="color: #f6c732;"><strong>A: </strong></span>Adjust &amp; Choice: Shrink the demand. Offer two real, small options to restore control.</li><li><span style="color: #f6c732;"><strong>R: </strong></span>Regulate &amp; Model: Co-regulate. Let them borrow your calm. Your nervous system is the anchor.</li><li><span style="color: #f6c732;"><strong>K: </strong></span>Kindness &amp; Repair: Always return after a rupture. Restore dignity and connection, every time.</li></ul><p>This simple, shared language is the engine for embedding trauma-informed routines across all your shifts.<br /><br /></p><h2><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>▷ </strong></span><span style="color: #f6c732;">The "Neuro-Smart" Difference: Why SPARK Works</span></h2><p>You've seen the gap. Traditional trauma models are great, but they often assume a neurotypical brain. They fail when a child's brain can't regulate or "talk it out" in the way the model expects.</p><p>SPARK is different. It's "Neuro-Smart."</p><p>It's built by our founder, Ash, based on her more than 5 years of frontline experience and her personal, lived experience as a neurodivergent person who grew up in care.</p><p>It reframes behaviour from "won't" to "can't right now." It gives your staff practical tools to support sensory, executive function and processing needs first which is the only way to make trauma-informed care stick.<br /><br /></p><h2><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>▷ </strong></span><span style="color: #f6c732;">How SPARK Improves Outcomes: Beyond Behaviour</span></h2><p>SPARK is not a "behaviour management tool." It's a "self-esteem building framework."</p><p>This is the magic. Every SPARK step you take is designed to build one of the Six Pillars of Self-Esteem in a child. These pillars are <span style="color: #f1c40f;">Safety, Belonging, Voice, Responsibility, Self-Acceptance, </span>and <span style="color: #f1c40f;">Integrity.</span></p><p>How it works:</p><ul><li style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>When you use A </strong></span>-&nbsp;Adjust &amp; Choice, you're not just avoiding a meltdown; you're building the pillar of Voice and Responsibility.</li><li><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>When you use K</strong></span> - Kindness &amp; Repair after a crisis, you're not just moving on; you're rebuilding the pillars of Belonging and Integrity.</li></ul><p>This "Overlay" model turns your team's daily, micro-interactions into a powerful, measurable engine for psychological growth.<br /><br /></p><h2><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>▷ </strong></span><span style="color: #f6c732;">Supervision, Leadership and Measurable Improvement</span></h2><p>For Registered Managers and Deputies, this is how you build a confident, stable team and satisfy inspectors.</p><ul><li><span style="color: #f1c40f;">Reduces Staff Turnover:</span> SPARK provides clarity. That clarity builds staff confidence. Confident staff who feel effective and supported don't burn out and leave. This is how you start reducing turnover through structured development.</li><li><span style="color: #f1c40f;">Creates Structured Supervision:</span> The framework includes tools like the Staff Mirror and SPARK Quick-Fire Questions. Your supervision becomes practical, reflective and consistent, focusing on embedding skills, not just ticking a box.</li><li><span style="color: #f1c40f;">Delivers Ofsted-Ready Evidence:</span> SPARK is a complete, auditable system. With our Fidelity Tools and Quarterly Audits (part of our pilot), you can prove to inspectors that your leadership is strong, your practice is consistent, and your care is genuinely trauma-informed.<br /><br /></li></ul><h2><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>▷ </strong></span><span style="color: #f6c732;">How to Implement the SPARK Care Framework</span></h2><p>SPARK isn't just a training day; it's a full culture-change programme. The best way to implement it is through our <a href="/cm/6-month-pilot-programme" title="6-Month Founding Partner Pilot Programme" target="_blank" rel="noopener">6-Month Founding Partner Pilot Programme</a>.</p><p>This is an exclusive, high-support partnership where we work with you to embed SPARK, create personalised care plans and co-create a final Ofsted-Aligned Evaluation Report to prove your success.<br /><br /></p><ul><li><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong><a href="https://www.ashdhd.gen-dev-docker.recruiterweb.net/cm/6-month-pilot-programme" target="_blank" rel="noopener" style="color: #f1c40f;">See How Our 6-Month Pilot Implements This</a></strong></span><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong><br /><br /></strong></span></li></ul><h2><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>▷ </strong></span><span style="color: #f6c732;">Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)</span></h2><p><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Q: What is the SPARK Care Framework?</strong></span><br />A: It&rsquo;s an evidence-based, Neuro-Smart model for embedding trauma-informed care in the UK. It uses 6 practical steps (S&sup2;-S-P-A-R-K) to create predictable, consistent environments and improve supervision.</p><p><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Q: Who is it for?</strong></span><br />A: It's designed for Registered Managers, Deputies and all staff in residential care who want to improve outcomes, reduce staff turnover and build a genuinely consistent, trauma-informed culture.</p><p><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Q: How does it work?<br /></strong></span>A: It works by giving staff a shared, repeatable 6-step process for every interaction. This practice is aligned with building the Six Pillars of Self-Esteem in children, turning daily care into measurable psychological growth.</p><p><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Q: What makes it measurable?</strong> </span><br />A: The framework includes built-in fidelity tools, staff reflection guides and (in our pilot programme) quarterly audits and a final evaluation report to track improvement over time.</p><p><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Q: Is SPARK recognised by regulators?</strong></span><br />A: Whilst not currently "recognised", the framework and its principles align directly with Ofsted for a 'Well-Led', 'Safe' and 'Effective' service, providing clear evidence of a high-quality, reflective culture.</p><div class="calendly-inline-widget" data-url="https://calendly.com/ashleydevonia/15min" data-processed="true"><div class="calendly-spinner" style="text-align: center;"><div class="calendly-bounce3"></div></div><iframe style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" src="https://calendly.com/ashleydevonia/15min?embed_domain=kaizen-digital.com&amp;embed_type=Inline" height="900px" width="100%" data-mce-fragment="1"></iframe></div>

 SPARK Care Framework | Neuro-Smart Trauma-Informed Model | AshDHD Learning

Learn what the SWIFT+R™ Crisis Model is—a 6-step, trauma-informed framework for safe de-escalation, co-regulation, and building staff confidence.

What Is SWIFT+R™

<h1><span style="color: #f6c732;">What Is the SWIFT+R&trade; Crisis Model?</span></h1><p>The SWIFT+R&trade; Crisis Model is a 6-step, trauma-informed crisis response framework. It's the "emergency harness" for our daily <a href="/cm/spark-care-framework"><span style="text-decoration: underline; color: #f1c40f;"><strong>SPARK Care&trade; Framework</strong></span></a>.</p><p>Its purpose is to give you and your team a shared, simple and repeatable plan for when a young person is in "survival mode" (fight, flight or freeze).</p><p>This isn't a restraint model. It's a "Neuro-Smart," low-demand framework for improving co-regulation during crisis. It's designed to de-escalate the situation, protect everyone's safety and most importantly, always return to restore the relationship.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>▷ </strong></span><span style="color: #f6c732;">The Purpose: Why a "Neuro-Smart" Crisis Model?</span></h2><p>This is what makes SWIFT+R&trade; different from other models you might have seen. It's built on our founder's lived and frontline experience with neurodiversity.</p><p>It understands that a child in crisis is not choosing to be "defiant." Their thinking brain is offline. They are in a state of sensory and emotional overload.</p><p>This is how trauma-informed crisis models reduce incidents:</p><ul><li>Traditional models often make it worse. They use too many words, too much eye contact and too many demands. This feels threatening and escalates the situation.</li><li>The SWIFT+R&trade; model is "Neuro-Smart." It does the opposite. It teaches you to reduce demands, use fewer words and use your body language to signal safety.</li><li>You stop being a "threat" and become a calm, predictable "anchor" in the storm.<br /><br /></li></ul><h2><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>▷ </strong></span><span style="color: #f6c732;">The 6 Steps of SWIFT+R&trade;: A Step-by-Step Breakdown</span></h2><p>This is the core of the framework. It's simple, memorable and fits on the pocket card you'll get in our training.</p><ul><li><strong><span style="color: #f6c732;">S: </span></strong>Safe Stance: This is your first move. Adopt a non-threatening, side-on posture. Keep your hands visible and open. Lower your height if you can. This body language is the first signal of safety.</li><li><strong><span style="color: #f6c732;">W: </span></strong>Words Few: This is critical. When a brain is in overload, words are just noise. Use short, 3-5 word, low-and-slow phrases. "You're safe." "I'm here." "We'll sort this."</li><li><strong><span style="color: #f6c732;">I: </span></strong>Immediate Regulation: Don't talk; regulate. Offer one simple co-regulation tool now. "Water?" "Breathe with me." "Walk?" This is a practical, in-the-moment action.</li><li><span style="color: #f6c732;"><strong>F: </strong></span>Focus &amp; Adjust: Read their non-verbal cues. Are their muscles tensing? Is their breathing fast? Adjust your approach based on what you see. Do you need to step back? Do you need to be quieter?</li><li><span style="color: #f6c732;"><strong>T: </strong></span>Time-In, Time-Bound: This is not a "time-out" (which can feel like abandonment). This is "time-in" with a clear, safe micro-plan. "I'll stay here with you for 3 minutes, then we can choose." It provides a predictable structure to the chaos.</li><li><span style="color: #f6c732;"><strong>+R: </strong></span>Repair &amp; Reconnect: This is the most important step. Within 24 hours (or as soon as is safe), you always return to restore dignity. "That was tough. We're okay. We start fresh." This proves that the relationship is safe and the connection is unconditional.<br /><br /></li></ul><h2><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>▷ </strong></span><span style="color: #f6c732;">Building Staff Confidence and Co-Regulation</span></h2><p>This framework is the key to building staff confidence under pressure.</p><p>A crisis is scary for staff, too. The main reason we panic is that we don't have a plan. SWIFT+R&trade; is the plan. When your whole team knows and trusts the 6 steps, you can act with confidence and consistency.</p><p>This is the secret to improving co-regulation during a crisis. You can't help a child regulate if you're not regulated yourself. This framework gives you the structure to keep yourself calm, which makes you the "anchor" the young person can "borrow" calm from.</p><p>This approach reflects the same core principles promoted across the sector, including those emphasised by the Restraint Reduction Network&trade; and BILD ACT, by prioritising low-arousal de-escalation, dignity and restorative repair.<br /><br /></p><h2><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>▷ </strong></span><span style="color: #f6c732;">How to Get SWIFT+R&trade; Training</span></h2><p>We offer two clear pathways to get this framework into your home:</p><ol><li>SWIFT+R&trade; Foundations Training:<br />A 3-4 hour, live online workshop for up to 12 staff. This is our focused, standalone crisis-response training. <br /><span style="text-decoration: underline; color: #f1c40f;"><strong><a href="/cm/swift-r-crisis-model/how-it-works-in-crisis">See the SWIFT+R&trade; Training Page</a><br /><br /></strong></span></li><li>The 6-Month Pilot Programme (Founding Partner Offer): <br />SWIFT+R&trade; is also included as an optional add-on module within our flagship 6-Month Pilot Programme.<br /><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong><a href="/cm/6-month-pilot-programme" target="_blank" style="color: #f1c40f;" rel="noopener">See How Our 6-Month Pilot Implements This</a></strong></span></li></ol><p>&nbsp;</p><h2><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>▷ </strong></span><span style="color: #f6c732;">Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)</span></h2><p><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Q: What does SWIFT+R stand for?<br /></strong></span>A: It's a 6-step, trauma-informed process for crisis response: S (Safe Stance), W (Words Few), I (Immediate Regulation), F (Focus &amp; Adjust), T (Time-In, Time-Bound) and +R (Repair &amp; Reconnect).</p><p><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Q: How does SWIFT+R help staff?</strong></span><br />A: It's a game-changer for building staff confidence under pressure. It gives the whole team a clear, simple and shared plan for high-stress moments. This reduces their panic and helps them respond safely and consistently.</p><p><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Q: How does it reduce incidents?</strong></span><br />A: By using a "Neuro-Smart" and predictable response. It avoids common triggers (like too many words or demands) that make a crisis worse. It calms the situation early, leading to fewer, shorter and less intense escalations.</p><p><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Q: How is this different from other crisis models?</strong></span><br />A: It's not a restraint or "control" model; it's a relational and de-escalation model. It's built from lived experience to be "Neuro-Smart" (low-demand) and has +R &ndash; Repair &amp; Reconnect as a non-negotiable step to protect dignity.</p><div class="calendly-inline-widget" data-url="https://calendly.com/ashleydevonia/15min" data-processed="true"><div class="calendly-spinner" style="text-align: center;"><div class="calendly-bounce1"></div><div class="calendly-bounce3"></div></div><iframe style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" src="https://calendly.com/ashleydevonia/15min?embed_domain=kaizen-digital.com&amp;embed_type=Inline" height="900px" width="100%" data-mce-fragment="1"></iframe></div>

What Is the SWIFT+R™ Crisis Model? | AshDHD Learning

See the 6-step crisis intervention model for "red zone" management. Learn SWIFT+R's trauma-responsive de-escalation methods to safely manage incidents.

SWIFT+R™ in a Crisis; What You Need to Know

<h1><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>How the SWIFT+R&trade; Crisis Model Works</strong></span></h1><p>This page breaks down the SWIFT+R&trade; framework into a clear, practical, step-by-step crisis intervention model.</p><p>This isn't a restrictive "safe holds" policy. It's a trauma-responsive de-escalation method designed by our founder, Ash, based on her 5 years of frontline experience and her personal, lived experience in care.</p><p>It's a "Neuro-Smart" model, which means it's built to work with a child's distressed brain, not against it.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>▷ </strong></span><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>What Happens in the "Red Zone"?</strong></span></h2><p>We call the peak of a crisis the "red zone."</p><p>This is the moment a young person's "thinking brain" is offline. They're in a state of fight, flight or freeze. Their nervous system is in survival mode.</p><p>This is why traditional "talk it out" or "consequence" models fail. You cannot reason with a brain that's in sensory and emotional overload. In fact, too many words, too much eye contact or too many demands will just make it worse.</p><p>The SWIFT+R&trade; model is designed for this exact moment. Its goal is to reduce the "threat" signals and get the "thinking brain" back online by improving emotional containment and co-regulation.<br /><br /></p><h2><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>▷ </strong></span><strong><span style="color: #f1c40f;">The 6-Step Crisis Intervention Model</span></strong></h2><p>This is your practical plan. It's what you'll find on your pocket card.</p><h3><span style="color: #f1c40f;">1. S: Safe Stance</span></h3><ul><li>This is your first move. Before you speak, you signal safety with your body.</li><li>What to do: Adopt a non-threatening, side-on posture. Keep your hands visible and open. Lower your height if you can. This body language is the first signal of safety.</li></ul><h3><span style="color: #f1c40f;">2. W: Words Few</span></h3><ul><li>This is critical. When a brain is in overload, your words are just noise.</li><li>What to do: Use short, 3-5 word, low-and-slow phrases. "You're safe." "I'm here." "We'll sort this." This avoids overwhelming their brain.</li></ul><h3><span style="color: #f1c40f;">3. I: Immediate Regulation</span></h3><ul><li>Don't talk; regulate. Offer one simple co-regulation tool now.</li><li>What to do: "Water?" "Breathe with me." "Walk?" This is a practical, in-the-moment action that gives their brain a task other than "panic."</li></ul><h3><span style="color: #f1c40f;">4. F: Focus &amp; Adjust</span></h3><ul><li>Read their cues. Are their muscles tensing? Is their breathing fast?</li><li>What to do: Adjust your approach based on what you see. Do you need to step back? Do you need to be quieter? This shows you're responding to them, not just following a script.</li></ul><h3><span style="color: #f1c40f;">5. T: Time-In, Time-Bound</span></h3><ul><li>This is not a "time-out" (which can feel like abandonment). This is "time-in" with a clear, safe micro-plan.</li><li>What to do: Stay present and create a predictable structure. "I'll stay here with you for 3 minutes, then we can choose."</li></ul><h3><span style="color: #f1c40f;">6. +R: Repair &amp; Reconnect</span></h3><ul><li>This is the most important step. This is the "reflective recovery after incidents."</li><li>What to do: Within 24 hours (or as soon as is safe), you always return to restore dignity. "That was tough. We're okay. We start fresh."<br /><br /></li></ul><h2><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>▷ </strong></span><span style="color: #f1c40f;">After the Crisis: The "+R" for Reflective Recovery</span></h2><p>The +R (Repair &amp; Reconnect) is what makes this a truly trauma-informed model. It proves to the child that the relationship is safe and that connection is unconditional. This is how you build the Belonging and Integrity pillars.</p><p>For managers, this is your reflective recovery loop.</p><ol><li><span style="color: #f1c40f;">Debrief:</span> You have a non-blame, reflective chat with the staff and (separately) the young person.</li><li><span style="color: #f1c40f;">Log:</span> You use the Incident Reflection Sheet (one of our tools). What worked? What didn't? What did we learn about their triggers?</li><li><span style="color: #f1c40f;">Adapt:</span> That learning feeds back into the child's Personalised SPARK Care Plan.</li></ol><p>This is how you turn a crisis from a "failure" into a powerful opportunity for learning and improving emotional containment next time.<br /><br /></p><h2><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>▷ </strong></span><strong><span style="color: #f1c40f;">Building Your Confidence and Consistency</span></strong></h2><p>This framework is the key to building staff confidence under pressure.</p><p>A crisis is scary for staff, too. The main reason we panic is that we don't have a plan. SWIFT+R&trade; is the plan. When your whole team knows and trusts the 6 steps, you can act with confidence and consistency.</p><p>This model's principles align directly with NICE guidelines by focusing on proactive de-escalation, dignity, and restorative practice.<br /><br /></p><ul><li><a href="/cm/training-certification/swift-r-crisis-harness-training"><span style="text-decoration: underline; color: #f1c40f;"><strong>See the Full SWIFT+R Training Offer</strong></span></a></li><li><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><a href="/cm/swift-r-crisis-model/trauma-informed-de-escalation" style="color: #f1c40f;">Learn How SPARK Prevents Crisis Daily</a></span><br /><br /></strong></span></li></ul><h2><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>▷ </strong></span><span style="color: #f1c40f;">Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)</span></h2><p><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Q: What is the "red zone" in SWIFT+R? </strong></span><br />A: The "red zone" is the peak phase of a behavioural crisis. It's when a young person's "thinking brain" is offline, and they are in a state of fight, flight, or freeze. This phase needs calm, predictable, low-demand actions to restore safety.</p><p><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Q: How do I start de-escalation? </strong></span><br />A: You start with your body and your voice. Use a S: Safe Stance (side-on, open hands) and W: Words Few (3-5 word, low-and-slow phrases). This reduces the "threat" signal and avoids sensory overload.</p><p><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Q: What happens after a crisis? </strong></span><br />A: You must complete the +R: Repair &amp; Reconnect step. This involves a structured, non-blame debrief with the child and staff to restore dignity and log what you learned. This is the "reflective recovery" that improves future practice.</p><p><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Q: Is this model compliant? </strong></span><br />A: Yes. The SWIFT+R&trade; framework's principles align directly with OFSTED and NICE guidelines. It is a trauma-responsive de-escalation method focused on proactive, non-restrictive practice and restorative repair.</p><div class="calendly-inline-widget" data-url="https://calendly.com/ashleydevonia/15min" data-processed="true"><div class="calendly-spinner" style="text-align: center;"><div class="calendly-bounce1"></div><div class="calendly-bounce3"></div></div><iframe style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" src="https://calendly.com/ashleydevonia/15min?embed_domain=kaizen-digital.com&amp;embed_type=Inline" height="900px" width="100%" data-mce-fragment="1"></iframe></div>

How the SWIFT+R Crisis Model Works: A Step-by-Step Guide | AshDHD Learning

How It Works in Crisis

Learn how the SWIFT+R™ crisis model's 6 steps (like 'Words Few' & 'Repair') actively build the Six Pillars of Self-Esteem (Safety, Belonging) under pressure.

Six Pillars in Action

<h1><span style="color: #f1c40f;">The Six Pillars in Action: How SWIFT+R&trade; Protects Your Values in a Crisis</span></h1><p>It's one of the biggest worries a manager has, isn't it?</p><p>You've spent months building a fantastic, trauma-informed culture. Your team is using the <a href="/cm/spark-care-framework"><span style="text-decoration: underline; color: #f1c40f;"><strong>SPARK Care&trade; Framework</strong></span></a>, and things are calmer. Then, a "red zone" crisis hits.</p><p>In that moment of panic, it's so easy for all that hard work to go out the window. Staff can revert to "control mode," dignity is lost, and it feels like you're back at square one. You're left wondering: do our values actually hold up under pressure?</p><p>This is why the link between SWIFT+R&trade; and the Six Pillars is the most important part of our framework.</p><p>SWIFT+R&trade; is not a separate, "security" model. It is the emergency expression of your SPARK values. It's the "how-to" guide for applying trauma-informed principles during crisis and proving that your commitment to a child's self-esteem is non-negotiable.</p><h3><span style="color: #f1c40f;">Key Takeaways</span></h3><ul><li>A Crisis is When Values Matter Most: SWIFT+R&trade; is the tool for protecting the Six Pillars of Self-Esteem in the "red zone."</li><li>It's Restorative, Not Punitive: Every step is designed to protect Safety, Self-Acceptance, and Belonging, even under extreme stress.</li><li>The Key to Reflective Debriefing: This model gives you a clear language for reflective debriefing for teams (e.g., "How well did we protect their 'Safety' pillar?").</li><li>This is Relational Repair After Incidents: The +R step is the non-negotiable process of rebuilding the Belonging and Integrity pillars.</li></ul><h2><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>▷ </strong></span><span style="color: #f1c40f;">Your Values Don't Stop When a Crisis Starts</span></h2><p>This is the core concept. SWIFT+R&trade; was designed to prove that you can be both 100% safe and 100% trauma-informed at the same time.</p><p>For a manager, this is how you achieve maintaining consistency under stress. You're not using one model for calm and a different one for crisis. You are using one single ethos (the Six Pillars) that has two different "gears" (SPARK for prevention, SWIFT+R for response).</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>▷ </strong></span><span style="color: #f1c40f;">The SWIFT+R&trade; &harr; Pillar "Overlay": A Step-by-Step Breakdown</span></h2><p>Here is how each practical SWIFT+R&trade; step (the "how") actively protects the Six Pillars (the "why"). This is the "overlay" in action.</p><p><strong><span style="color: #f1c40f;">S: Safe Stance</span></strong></p><ul><li>What it does: Uses a non-threatening, side-on posture.</li><li>Which Pillar it Protects: Safety. This is the first, fastest way to send a "you are safe" signal to a child's "survival brain."</li></ul><p><strong><span style="color: #f1c40f;">W: Words Few</span></strong></p><ul><li>What it does: Uses short, 3-5 word, low-and-slow phrases.</li><li>Which Pillar it Protects: Self-Acceptance. By not lecturing, questioning, or shaming, you are protecting the child from sensory overload and the "I am bad" feeling.</li></ul><p><strong><span style="color: #f1c40f;">I: Immediate Regulation</span></strong></p><ul><li>What it does: Offers one simple co-regulation tool (e.g., "Water?").</li><li>Which Pillar it Builds: Responsibility. You are modeling self-soothing as a practical skill that the child can learn, not just compliance.</li></ul><p><strong><span style="color: #f1c40f;">F: Focus &amp; Adjust</span></strong></p><ul><li>What it does: Reads the child's non-verbal cues (body, breathing) and adjusts your approach.</li><li>Which Pillar it Builds: Voice and Integrity. You are "listening" to what their body is saying, even when they can't use words. This proves you are a trustworthy, attuned adult.</li></ul><p><strong><span style="color: #f1c40f;">T: Time-In, Time-Bound</span></strong></p><ul><li>What it does: Stays present with the child, with a clear micro-plan.</li><li>Which Pillar it Protects: Belonging. This is the opposite of a punitive "time-out." It breaks the abandonment cycle and proves, "Even at your worst, I am here with you."</li></ul><p><strong><span style="color: #f1c40f;">+R: Repair &amp; Reconnect</span></strong></p><ul><li>What it does: The non-negotiable return to restore dignity after the crisis.</li><li>Which Pillar it Builds: Belonging and Integrity. This is the ultimate relational repair after incidents. It's the moment you prove, "We are okay. The relationship is stronger than the crisis."<br /><br /></li></ul><h2><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>▷ </strong></span><span style="color: #f1c40f;">From Crisis to Culture: Reflective Debriefing for Teams</span></h2><p>This is where you, as a manager, lock in the learning.</p><p>The +R step isn't just for the young person; it's for your team. Instead of an old-school, blame-focused "incident report," you use our reflective debriefing for teams model:</p><ul><li>You use the Incident Reflection Sheet (one of our tools).</li><li>Your new supervision questions become: <br /><ul><li>"How well did we protect their pillar of &lsquo;Safety?"</li><li>"Did our &lsquo;Words Few&rsquo; protect their &lsquo;Self-Acceptance?"</li><li>"Did we fully complete the +R step?"</li></ul></li></ul><p>This turns every crisis from a "failure" into a powerful, measurable opportunity to strengthen your trauma-informed culture.<br /><br /></p><ul><li><a href="/cm/swift-r-crisis-model/how-it-works-in-crisis"><span style="text-decoration: underline; color: #f1c40f;"><strong>See the Full SWIFT+R&trade; Crisis Model</strong></span></a></li><li><span style="text-decoration: underline; color: #f1c40f;"><strong><a href="/cm/6-month-pilot-programme">Learn About the 6-Month Pilot Programme</a><br /><br /></strong></span></li></ul><h2><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>▷ </strong></span><span style="color: #f1c40f;">Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)</span></h2><p><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Q: How does SWIFT+R connect to the Six Pillars? </strong></span><br />A: SWIFT+R&trade; is the action plan to protect the Six Pillars of Self-Esteem (like Safety, Belonging, and Self-Acceptance) during a high-stress "red zone" crisis. It ensures your values stay consistent.</p><p><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Q: What is relational repair? </strong></span><br />A: It's the +R step (Repair &amp; Reconnect). It's the essential, non-negotiable process of returning to a child after a crisis to restore dignity, rebuild trust, and prove that the relationship is safe and unconditional.</p><p><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Q: How does this help with consistency under stress? </strong></span><br />A: It gives your staff one set of values (the Pillars) and one clear set of tools (SPARK for prevention, SWIFT+R for response). This eliminates the panic and guesswork, ensuring everyone responds in the same safe, consistent, trauma-informed way.</p><p><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Q: How can managers use this link?</strong></span><br />A: Managers use the Six Pillars as a simple reflection guide in supervision and debriefs. After incidents or busy shifts, you ask questions like: &ldquo;Did we keep the young person feeling safe?&rdquo; &ldquo;Did we repair belonging after conflict?&rdquo; This turns reflection into a practical, measurable process - not just a conversation.</p><div class="calendly-inline-widget" data-url="https://calendly.com/ashleydevonia/15min" data-processed="true"><div class="calendly-spinner" style="text-align: center;"><div class="calendly-bounce1"></div><div class="calendly-bounce3"></div></div><iframe style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" src="https://calendly.com/ashleydevonia/15min?embed_domain=kaizen-digital.com&amp;embed_type=Inline" height="900px" width="100%" data-mce-fragment="1"></iframe></div>

How SWIFT+R™ Protects the Six Pillars in a Crisis | AshDHD Learning

Learn Neuro-Smart, trauma-informed crisis de-escalation techniques that help UK care teams manage aggression safely, reduce restraint, and stay calm.

Trauma-Informed De-Escalation

<h1><span style="color: #f1c40f;">Trauma-Informed Crisis De-escalation</span></h1><p>It&rsquo;s that moment every staff member dreads. A young person is escalating into the "red zone." Their "thinking brain" is offline and they're in full survival mode.</p><p>In that moment, traditional "behaviour management" techniques often fail or even make things worse.</p><p>Here's the hard truth we've learned from both lived and frontline experience: Traditional de-escalation methods often fail because they are not Neuro-Smart.</p><p>They rely on too many words, too much eye contact and too much "reasoning." For a young person with ADHD, Autism, PDA or sensory processing differences, this is not support - it's a sensory attack. It feels like a threat&nbsp;and they escalate further to protect themselves.</p><p>Our approach to trauma-informed crisis de-escalation in the UK is different. It&rsquo;s a "low-demand, high-safety" model designed to co-regulate, not control.</p><h3><span style="color: #f1c40f;">Key Takeaways</span></h3><ul><li>"Neuro-Smart" First: We teach practical techniques for safe de-escalation for neurodivergent young people by reducing sensory and verbal demands.</li><li>Co-Regulation, Not Control: Our model is about using your calm presence to help a child feel safe. This is the key to managing aggression calmly.</li><li>Dignity is Non-Negotiable: Our frameworks, like <a href="/cm/swift-r-crisis-model/what-is-swift-r"><span style="text-decoration: underline; color: #f1c40f;"><strong>SWIFT+R&trade;</strong></span></a>, have relational repair built in.</li><li>Reduce Restraint: This is how you start reducing physical intervention - by giving your staff a more effective, non-restrictive plan that actually works.<br /><br /></li></ul><h2><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>▷ </strong></span><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Why Traditional "Talk-Down" Methods Often Fail</strong></span></h2><p>When a young person is in the "red zone," their nervous system has been hijacked by their threat response. They are in fight, flight or freeze.</p><p>You can't "reason" with a survival brain. Logic and consequences are meaningless.</p><p>"Calm down!" is a demand, not an offer of help. It adds pressure. Forced eye contact can feel intensely threatening and confrontational. Too many words become "auditory clutter" that increases panic.</p><p>These common-sense approaches can feel like pouring petrol on a fire for a neurodivergent child.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>▷ </strong></span><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Practical De-escalation Techniques That Actually Work</strong></span></h2><p>Our model is built on our <a href="/cm/swift-r-crisis-model"><span style="text-decoration: underline; color: #f1c40f;"><strong>SWIFT+R&trade; Crisis Harness</strong></span>.</a> It gives your staff a simple, memorable plan for co-regulation.</p><h3><span style="color: #f1c40f;">1. Start with Your Body: The S: Safe Stance</span></h3><ul><li>A brain in "survival mode" reads body language before it hears words.</li><li>What to do: Adopt a non-threatening, side-on posture. Keep your hands visible and open. Lower your height to appear less intimidating. This is your first, non-verbal signal of "I am not a threat."</li></ul><h3><span style="color: #f1c40f;">2. Stop Talking: The W: Words Few</span></h3><ul><li>This is the core of safe de-escalation for neurodivergent young people.</li><li>What to do: Stop the stream of "reasoning." Switch to short, 3-5 word, low-and-slow phrases. This is our trauma-responsive language.</li><li>Use phrases like: "You're safe." "I'm here." "We'll sort this." "Breathe with me."</li></ul><h3><span style="color: #f1c40f;">3. Don't Just Stand There: The I: Immediate Regulation</span></h3><ul><li>This is the active step of co-regulation.</li><li>What to do: Offer one, simple, low-demand co-regulation tool. Don't offer a complex choice.</li><li>Try: "Water?" "Walk?" "Headphones?" This gives their brain a new, simple task to focus on instead of the panic.</li></ul><h3><span style="color: #f1c40f;">4. The Most Important Step: +R: Repair &amp; Reconnect</span></h3><ul><li>This is what makes your practice truly trauma-informed.</li><li>What to do: After the crisis and within 24 hours, you must return to restore the relationship.</li><li>Say: "That was tough. We're okay. We start fresh." This proves that connection is unconditional and rebuilds the Belonging pillar.<br /><br /></li></ul><h2><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>▷ </strong></span><strong><span style="color: #f1c40f;">Reducing Physical Intervention in Care</span></strong></h2><p>This entire model aligns with the core principles promoted by the Restraint Reduction Network&trade;, especially the emphasis on proactive, low-arousal de-escalation.</p><p>You reduce restraint not by "learning better holds," but by building staff confidence in crisis with a plan that prevents the escalation in the first place. When your staff have a clear, consistent and shared plan, their own panic is reduced.</p><p>A calm, regulated staff member is the single most effective de-escalation tool you have.</p><h3><span style="color: #f1c40f;">Our Alignment With Ofsted&rsquo;s Expectations for Safe, Trauma-Informed Care</span></h3><p>While AshDHD Learning is a new, founder-led organisation and not (yet) Ofqual accredited, the SPARK Care&trade; and SWIFT+R&trade; frameworks are intentionally designed to reflect what Ofsted look for in high-quality care:</p><ul><li>Prioritising non-restrictive, low-arousal de-escalation</li><li>Understanding the function of behaviour, not punishing it</li><li>Embedding co-regulation as a core practice skill.</li><li>Making reflective recovery after incidents a standard, not an option</li></ul><p>These are the same principles Ofsted reference across:<br data-start="1560" data-end="1563" /><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong data-start="1563" data-end="1584">Help &amp; Protection</strong></span>, <span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong data-start="1586" data-end="1615">Behaviour &amp; Relationships</strong></span>, and <span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong data-start="1621" data-end="1648">Leadership &amp; Management</strong></span>.</p><p>Our model simply turns those expectations into a practical, step-by-step method your staff can actually use.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>▷ </strong></span><strong><span style="color: #f1c40f;">Get the Framework That Builds Staff Confidence</span></strong></h2><p>You can get this model for your team in two ways:</p><p>SWIFT+R&trade; Foundations Training: A 3-4 hour, live online workshop for up to 12 staff. This is our focused, standalone crisis-response training. <br /><a href="/cm/training-certification/swift-r-crisis-harness-training"><span style="text-decoration: underline; color: #f1c40f;"><strong>See the SWIFT+R&trade; Training Page</strong></span></a></p><p>The 6-Month Pilot Programme (Founding Partner Offer) SWIFT+R&trade; is also included as an optional add-on module within our flagship 6-Month Pilot Programme. <br /><a href="/cm/6-month-pilot-programme"><span style="text-decoration: underline; color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Learn About the 6-Month Pilot</strong></span></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>▷ </strong></span><strong><span style="color: #f1c40f;">Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)</span></strong></h2><p><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Q: What is trauma-informed crisis de-escalation? </strong></span><br />A: It's an approach that avoids "control" and "compliance." Instead, it uses calm, predictable and "Neuro-Smart" responses to help a distressed child's nervous system return to a state of safety. It prioritises dignity and relational repair.</p><p><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Q: How does language affect de-escalation? </strong></span><br />A: Critically. Too many words can be a trigger for a neurodivergent child. Our W &ndash; Words Few technique uses short, low-demand, 3-5 word phrases to signal safety without overwhelming their sensory processing.</p><p><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Q: Does this work with neurodivergent young people? </strong></span><br />A: It was designed for them. Our founder's lived and frontline experience is in neurodiversity. This "Neuro-Smart" model is built to support the sensory, processing and communication needs that traditional models ignore.</p><p><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Q: How can teams reduce restraint use? </strong></span><br />A: By getting better at proactive de-escalation. This model gives staff a shared, consistent plan, which builds their confidence. A confident, regulated staff who knows what to do is far less likely to panic and revert to a physical intervention.</p><div class="calendly-inline-widget" data-url="https://calendly.com/ashleydevonia/15min" data-processed="true"><div class="calendly-spinner" style="text-align: center;"><div class="calendly-bounce1"></div><div class="calendly-bounce3"></div></div><iframe style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" src="https://calendly.com/ashleydevonia/15min?embed_domain=kaizen-digital.com&amp;embed_type=Inline" height="900px" width="100%" data-mce-fragment="1"></iframe></div>

Trauma-Informed Crisis De-escalation UK | AshDHD Learning

Discover the SWIFT+R™ Crisis Model, AshDHD's trauma-informed framework for safe and consistent de-escalation, emotional regulation, and reducing incidents.

SWIFT+R™ Crisis Model

<h1><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>The SWIFT+R&trade; Crisis Model</strong></span></h1><p>The SWIFT+R&trade; Crisis Model is a 6-step, practical framework for safe and consistent de-escalation when a young person is in a state of fight, flight or freeze.</p><p>It gives your staff a clear, shared language for emotional regulation during crisis.</p><p>It was designed by our founder, Ash, based on her 5 years of frontline experience and her personal, lived experience in the care system. She saw that most crisis models fail because they're not "Neuro-Smart" - they overwhelm an already-distressed child with too many words, too much eye contact and too much pressure.</p><p>SWIFT+R&trade; is different. It's a "low-demand, high-safety" model. As we say in the training:</p><p><span style="color: #f6c732;"><strong><em>"The goal isn't to 'get control'; it's to give safety back to the young person and to yourself."</em></strong></span></p><p>&nbsp;</p><h3><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>▷ </strong></span><span style="color: #f1c40f;">Key Takeaways</span></h3><ul><li>A practical, 6-step model for trauma-informed crisis response.</li><li>Focuses on protecting dignity and restoring connection, not just managing behaviour.</li><li>A "Neuro-Smart" design that reduces sensory and processing overload (e.g., W &ndash; Words Few).</li><li>It's the "emergency harness" that integrates perfectly with the daily <span style="color: #f1c40f;"><a href="/cm/spark-care-framework/what-is-spark-care" style="color: #f1c40f;">SPARK Care&trade; Framework.</a></span></li><li>The ultimate goal: reducing incidents in residential care by building staff confidence and consistency.<br /><br /></li></ul><h2><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>▷ </strong></span><span style="color: #f1c40f;">What Is the SWIFT+R&trade; Crisis Model?</span></h2><p>This is the "emergency" layer of our care system. Where SPARK is the daily prevention, SWIFT+R&trade; is the in-the-moment response.</p><p>It's a structure that helps your staff stay regulated, which allows them to co-regulate the young person. It gives them a clear, simple plan to follow when they're in a high-stress "red-zone" moment.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>▷ </strong></span><span style="color: #f1c40f;">A Trauma-Informed Approach to Crisis Management</span></h2><p>This framework is rooted in neuroscience. It understands that a child in crisis is in "survival mode." Their thinking brain is offline. You cannot "reason" with them.</p><p>That's why our model is built on body language, tone and predictability. We teach staff how to be a safe, non-threatening "anchor" in the storm, rather than another source of threat.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>▷ </strong></span><span style="color: #f1c40f;">The 6 Practical Steps of SWIFT+R&trade;</span></h2><p>This is the core of the framework. It's simple, memorable and fits on a pocket card for your staff to carry.</p><ul><li><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>S:</strong> </span>Safe Stance: Soften the scene. Side-on posture, hands visible, lower your height. This non-threatening stance is the first signal of safety.</li><li><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>W:</strong></span> Words Few: Low and slow. Use short, 3-5 word scripts. "You're safe." "I'm here." "We'll sort it." This avoids overwhelming their brain.</li><li><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>I:</strong></span> Immediate Regulation: Don't talk, regulate. Offer one co-regulation tool now. "Water?" "Breathe with me." "Walk?"</li><li><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>F:</strong></span> Focus &amp; Adjust: Read the cues. Watch their body, their breathing, their eyes. Adjust your distance, tone or offer based on what you see.</li><li><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>T:</strong> </span>Time-In, Time-Bound: Stay present. This is not a "time out." It's "time-in" with a clear, safe micro-plan. "I'll stay with you 3 minutes, then we choose."</li><li><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>+R:</strong></span> Repair &amp; Reconnect: The most important step. Within 24 hours, you always return to restore dignity. "That was tough. We're okay. We start fresh."<br /><br /></li></ul><h2><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>▷ </strong></span><strong><span style="color: #f1c40f;">How SWIFT+R Improves Your Service</span></strong></h2><p>This framework is the key to improving behaviour management in care settings because it's built for your staff and your Ofsted requirements.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>▷ </strong></span><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>It Builds Staff Confidence &amp; Consistency</strong></span></h2><p>A primary cause of staff burnout and turnover is a lack of confidence in crisis moments. SWIFT+R&trade; gives your team a clear, shared plan. This consistency makes staff feel safer and more effective, which is essential for emotional regulation during crisis (for them and the child).</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>▷ </strong></span><strong><span style="color: #f1c40f;">It's Built for Repair, Not Just Response</span></strong></h2><p>The +R: Repair &amp; Reconnect step is non-negotiable. This is what sets our model apart from procedural ones. It proves to the child that connection is unconditional, which builds the Belonging and Integrity pillars. It also gives you a powerful, restorative practice to evidence for Ofsted.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>▷ </strong></span><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>How to Get SWIFT+R&trade; Training</strong></span></h2><p>We offer two clear pathways to get this framework into your home:</p><p>1) SWIFT+R&trade; Foundations Training: A 3-4 hour, live online workshop for up to 12 staff. This is our focused, standalone crisis-response training. <br /><br /><a href="/cm/contact-us"><span style="text-decoration: underline; color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Book the &pound;750 SWIFT+R Training</strong></span></a></p><p>2) The 6-Month Pilot Programme (Founding Partner Offer) SWIFT+R&trade; is also included as an optional add-on module within our flagship <span style="color: #f1c40f;"><a href="/cm//6-month-pilot-programme" style="color: #f1c40f;">6-Month Pilot <span style="color: #f1c40f;">Programme</span></a>,</span> where we embed the full SPARK &amp; SWIFT+R ecosystem into your home. <br /><br /><span style="text-decoration: underline; color: #f1c40f;"><strong><a href="/cm/6-month-pilot-programme">Learn About the 6-Month Pilot</a><br /><br /></strong></span></p><h2><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>▷ </strong></span><span style="color: #f1c40f;">Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)</span></h2><p><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Q: What is the SWIFT+R Crisis Model? </strong></span><br />A: It's a 6-step, trauma-informed framework for managing crisis moments calmly, safely and with dignity. It's the "emergency harness" for our daily SPARK Care&trade; Framework.</p><p><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Q: How does it reduce incidents? </strong></span><br />A: By giving staff a clear, confident and consistent plan for safe and consistent de-escalation. It teaches them to co-regulate using a "Neuro-Smart" approach (like W &ndash; Words Few), which avoids common triggers and reduces escalation.</p><p><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Q: Who is it designed for? </strong></span><br />A: Registered Managers, Deputies and frontline staff in residential care who are responsible for improving behaviour management in care settings and want a model that is relational, not just procedural.</p><p><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Q: Does it align with best practice standards? </strong></span><br />A: Yes. SWIFT+R&trade; reflects the same core principles promoted across the sector, including those emphasised by the Restraint Reduction Network&trade; and BILD ACT, by prioritising low-arousal de-escalation, dignity and restorative repair.</p><div class="calendly-inline-widget" data-url="https://calendly.com/ashleydevonia/15min" data-processed="true"><div class="calendly-spinner" style="text-align: center;"><div class="calendly-bounce1"></div><div class="calendly-bounce3"></div></div><iframe style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" src="https://calendly.com/ashleydevonia/15min?embed_domain=kaizen-digital.com&amp;embed_type=Inline" height="900px" width="100%" data-mce-fragment="1"></iframe></div>

SWIFT+R™ Crisis Model for Trauma-Informed De-escalation | AshDHD Learning

The SPARK Core trauma-informed foundation course for support workers. Build reflective confidence, consistent care, and "Neuro-Smart" awareness.

SPARK Core Training

<h1><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>SPARK Core Training: The Foundation for Consistent, Trauma-Informed Care</strong></span></h1><p>Trying to find a trauma-informed practice for beginners course that actually feels relevant is a headache, isn't it?</p><p>You're a Support Worker or a Manager. You're tired of "tick-box" training. You need practical, on-the-floor skills that help you with the real-world stress of a shift, build your confidence and give you a clear, consistent plan.</p><p>This is that course.</p><p>The SPARK Core Training is our 3-4 hour "foundations" workshop. It's the starting point for building reflective, confident support workers. It's designed and delivered personally by our founder, Ash, who has both 5 years of frontline management and lived experience in the care system.</p><p>This isn't just theory. This is the "how-to" guide for improving your team's understanding of behaviour.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>▷ </strong></span><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>What Is SPARK Core Training?</strong></span></h2><ul><li>This is our "Level 1" workshop. It's a 3-4 hour, live online session for up to 12 staff.</li><li>This workshop teaches you the 6 practical, everyday steps of our core <a href="/cm/spark-care-framework"><span style="text-decoration: underline; color: #f1c40f;"><strong>SPARK Care&trade; Framework</strong></span></a> (S&sup2; to K).</li><li>You won't just learn why you should be trauma-informed; you'll learn how to do it, step-by-step, in a way that's consistent, repeatable and easy to remember in a high-stress moment. This is the foundation course for care consistency.<br /><br /></li></ul><h2><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>▷ </strong></span><strong><span style="color: #f1c40f;">This Is "Neuro-Smart," Not Just "Trauma-Informed"</span></strong></h2><p>This is our key difference. Most "beginner" courses miss the biggest piece of the puzzle: neurodiversity.</p><p>SPARK Core is an ND-Smart framework. It was built by our founder, Ash, who has ADHD and lived experience in care. It's designed to work for children with ADHD, Autism, PDA and FASD.</p><p>You'll learn:</p><ul><li>Why traditional "talk-down" methods can fail.</li><li>How to use P: Predict &amp; Preload to lower anxiety.</li><li>Why A: Adjust &amp; Choice is the key to de-escalating power struggles.</li><li>How to see behaviour as communication, not defiance.<br /><br /></li></ul><h2><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>▷ </strong></span><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Learning Outcomes: Practical Skills, Not Just Theory</strong></span></h2><p>This is a "doing" course. When you complete the SPARK Core workshop, you and your team will be able to:</p><ul><li>Understand behaviour through a "Neuro-Smart," trauma-informed lens.</li><li>Confidently use the 6 practical SPARK steps (from S&sup2;: Scan to K: Repair).</li><li>Use the SPARK Pocket Cards and other tools to create calm, predictable environments.</li><li>Build reflective confidence in your daily support work.<br /><br /></li></ul><h2><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>▷ </strong></span><strong><span style="color: #f1c40f;">This Is Not "Accredited", It's Specialist</span></strong></h2><p>Let's be blunt. This is not a generic, "CPD-certified" course where you just click "next" and get a badge.</p><p>This is a specialist, founder-led training in a unique, high-value framework. When you complete the session, you will receive a Certificate of Completion from AshDHD Learning.</p><p>This certificate proves something more valuable than a generic CPD point: it proves you have been trained by the framework's creator in a specific, "Neuro-Smart" model that builds real-world, reflective confidence.<br /><br /></p><h2><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>▷ </strong></span><strong><span style="color: #f1c40f;">How to Book the SPARK Core Workshop</span></strong></h2><p>This is our Level 1, foundational workshop and the first step to building a consistent, trauma-informed culture in your home.</p><ul><li>Format: 3-4 Hour Live Online Workshop</li><li>Delivered By: Ash Derges (Founder)</li><li>Capacity: Up to 12 Staff</li><li>Includes: All training materials, SPARK Pocket Cards, office posters and a Certificate of Completion for all attendees.</li><li>Investment: &pound;750 (for the whole team session)</li></ul><p><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong><a href="/cm/contact-us" style="color: #f1c40f;">Book Your &pound;750 SPARK Core Training</a></strong></span></p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>▷ </strong></span><strong><span style="color: #f1c40f;">Looking for the Next Step?</span></strong></h2><p>SPARK Core is your everyday framework. Once your team has mastered this, the next steps are:</p><ul><li><a href="/cm/training-certification/swift-r-crisis-harness-training"><span style="text-decoration: underline; color: #f1c40f;"><strong>SWIFT+R&trade; Crisis Harness:</strong></span></a> The "add-on" module for "red zone" crisis response.</li><li><a href="/cm/contact-us"><span style="text-decoration: underline; color: #f1c40f;"><strong>The 6-Month Pilot:</strong></span> </a>The full-system implementation programme for a complete culture change.</li><li><span style="text-decoration: underline; color: #f1c40f;"><strong><a href="/cm/training-certification">View All Training Programmes</a><br /><br /></strong></span></li></ul><h2><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>▷ </strong></span><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)</strong></span></h2><p><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Q: Who is SPARK Core for? </strong></span><br />A: Support Workers, Care Staff and Deputies who are new to our framework. It's the perfect trauma-informed practice for beginners and serves as the foundational "how-to" guide for the whole team.</p><p><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Q: What does ND-Smart mean? </strong></span><br />A: It's our unique approach. It means our trauma-informed model is also integrated with a deep understanding of neurodiversity (ADHD, Autism, etc.). We focus on practical tools like sensory regulation and reducing verbal demands, not just "talk" therapy.</p><p><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Q: Is SPARK Core accredited? </strong></span><br />A: This is a specialist, founder-led framework, not a generic CPD course. You will receive a Certificate of Completion from AshDHD Learning, proving you have been trained by the framework's creator in this specific, Neuro-Smart methodology.</p><p><strong><span style="color: #f1c40f;">Q: What's the difference between SPARK Core and SWIFT+R? </span></strong><br />A: SPARK Core is your everyday framework. It's the 6 steps (S&sup2; to K) you use for 99% of your interactions to prevent crises. SWIFT+R is the additional framework you use during a "red zone" crisis for safe de-escalation.</p><div class="calendly-inline-widget" data-url="https://calendly.com/ashleydevonia/15min" data-processed="true"><div class="calendly-spinner" style="text-align: center;"><div class="calendly-bounce3"></div></div><iframe style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" src="https://calendly.com/ashleydevonia/15min?embed_domain=kaizen-digital.com&amp;embed_type=Inline" height="900px" width="100%" data-mce-fragment="1"></iframe></div>

SPARK Core Training | Foundation Course for Care Staff | AshDHD Learning

SPARK Core

The SWIFT+R™ Crisis Harness Training. Our 3-4 hour "Neuro-Smart" de-escalation course for care staff, building confidence in complex situations.

SWIFT+R™ Crisis Harness Training

<h1><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>SWIFT+R&trade; Crisis Harness Training</strong></span></h1><p>It's that heart-in-your-throat moment, isn't it?</p><p>You're a Support Worker or a Manager on shift. A crisis is escalating. You feel that shot of adrenaline, the panic, the burnout. You're thinking, "What's the right thing to do here? How do I keep everyone safe without making it worse?"</p><p>This is the single biggest cause of staff stress. This is why we built the SWIFT+R&trade; Crisis Harness Training.</p><p>This is our 3-4 hour "Level 2" workshop. It's not a generic "behaviour qualification"; it's a specialist, trauma-informed incident response model. It's designed and delivered personally by our founder, Ash, to give you a clear, 6-step plan for any "red zone" moment.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>▷ </strong></span><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>What Is SWIFT+R&trade; Crisis Harness Training?</strong></span></h2><p>This is our 3-4 hour, live online workshop for up to 12 staff.</p><p>It teaches you the six practical, in-the-moment steps of our<strong> <span style="color: #f1c40f;"><a href="/cm/swift-r-crisis-model" style="color: #f1c40f;">SWIFT+R&trade; Crisis Model</a></span> </strong>(S to +R). This is the "emergency harness" that works with our everyday <a href="/cm/spark-care-framework"><span style="text-decoration: underline; color: #f1c40f;"><strong>SPARK Care Framework</strong></span></a>.</p><p>This course is our "how-to" guide for building confidence in complex situations. It's built to be "Neuro-Smart," meaning it's designed for the reality of neurodiverse children (ADHD, Autism, PDA) and is based on our founder's 5 years of frontline management and lived experience.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>▷ </strong></span><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>This Is Not "Accredited" - It's Specialist &amp; More Valuable</strong></span></h2><p>Let's be blunt. This is not a generic, "CPD-certified" course where you click "next" and get a badge.</p><p>This is a specialist, founder-led training in a unique, high-value framework. When you complete the session, you will receive a Certificate of Completion from AshDHD Learning.</p><p>This certificate proves something more valuable than a generic CPD point: it proves you have been trained by the framework's creator in a specific, "Neuro-Smart" model for crisis prevention for care staff.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>▷ </strong></span><span style="color: #f1c40f;">How We Align with Ofsted Expectations and National Best-Practice Principles</span></h2><p>Our model is a trauma-informed incident response framework, not a restraint technique.<br data-start="975" data-end="978" />SWIFT+R&trade; reflects the principles found across the Children&rsquo;s Home Regulations, SCCIF expectations and NICE de-escalation guidance by:</p><ul><li><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong data-start="1114" data-end="1155">Prioritising proactive de-escalation: </strong></span>The "S - Safe Stance" and "W - Words Few" steps reduce threat, prevent overload and lower the need for restrictive intervention.</li><li><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong data-start="1293" data-end="1335">Focusing on neuro-smart co-regulation: </strong></span>The "I - Immediate Regulation"<span style="color: #000000;">&nbsp;</span>step offers low-arousal co-regulation tools so staff can stabilise the young person&rsquo;s nervous system, not confront it.</li><li><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong data-start="1491" data-end="1524">Making repair non-negotiable: </strong></span>The "+R - Repair and Connect" process restores dignity and belonging after an incident, a core thread across modern trauma-informed care frameworks and Ofsted&rsquo;s expectations for relational practice.</li></ul><p>&nbsp;</p><h2><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>▷ </strong></span><strong><span style="color: #f1c40f;">Learning Outcomes: A Clear Plan for Crisis</span></strong></h2><p>When you complete the SWIFT+R&trade; workshop, you and your team will be able to:</p><ul><li>Confidently use the six practical SWIFT+R&trade; steps.</li><li>Understand the "Neuro-Smart" difference (e.g., why "too many words" makes a crisis worse).</li><li>Use your SWIFT+R Pocket Card and Incident Reflection Sheet as practical, on-the-job tools.</li><li>Feel more confident and less stressed during "red zone" moments.</li></ul><p>&nbsp;</p><h2><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>▷ </strong></span><strong><span style="color: #f1c40f;">How to Book the SWIFT+R&trade; Crisis Harness Training</span></strong></h2><p>This is our "Level 2", crisis-response module. It's the perfect next step after your team has completed the <span style="color: #f1c40f;"><a href="/cm/training-certification/spark-core" style="color: #f1c40f;">SPARK Core Training</a>.</span></p><ul><li>Format: 3-4 Hour Live Online Workshop</li><li>Delivered By: Ash Derges (Founder)</li><li>Capacity: Up to 12 Staff</li><li>Includes: All training materials, SWIFT+R Pocket Cards, Incident Reflection Sheet and a Certificate of Completion for all attendees.</li><li>Investment: &pound;750 (for the whole team session)</li><li><a href="/cm/contact-us"><span style="text-decoration: underline; color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Book Your &pound;750 SWIFT+R Training</strong></span></a></li></ul><p><a href="/cm/6-month-pilot-programme"><span style="text-decoration: underline; color: #f1c40f;"><strong>See the Full 6-Month Pilot (Includes This)</strong></span></a><br /><br /></p><h2><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>▷ </strong></span><strong><span style="color: #f1c40f;">Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)</span></strong></h2><p><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Q: Who is this crisis training for? </strong></span><br />A: All frontline care staff and Deputies. It's for anyone who manages complex behaviours and high-stress incidents and needs a clear, consistent plan for trauma-informed incident response.</p><p><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Q: What will I learn? </strong></span><br />A: You will learn the six practical steps of the SWIFT+R&trade; model. This includes "Neuro-Smart" de-escalation (like W: Words Few), co-regulation techniques (I : Immediate Regulation) and the vital process for restorative +R: Repair &amp; Reconnect.</p><p><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Q: Is this training "accredited"? </strong></span><br />A: This is a specialist, founder-led framework, not a generic CPD course. You will receive a Certificate of Completion from AshDHD Learning, proving you have been trained by the framework's creator in this specific "Neuro-Smart" methodology.</p><p><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Q: How does it reduce incidents? </strong></span><br />A: By building confidence in complex situations. It gives your whole team a shared, predictable plan. When staff are calm and confident, they are far less likely to accidentally escalate a situation, leading to fewer, shorter and safer crisis moments.</p><div class="calendly-inline-widget" data-url="https://calendly.com/ashleydevonia/15min" data-processed="true"><div class="calendly-spinner" style="text-align: center;"><div class="calendly-bounce3"></div></div><iframe style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" src="https://calendly.com/ashleydevonia/15min?embed_domain=kaizen-digital.com&amp;embed_type=Inline" height="900px" width="100%" data-mce-fragment="1"></iframe></div>

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 Need a bespoke, SPARK-Incorporated Care Plan for a new admission? Order our £295 child-specific plan, built by our founder.

SPARK Plus: Bespoke Care Planning

<h1><strong><span style="color: #f1c40f;">Your Bespoke SPARK-Incorporated Care Plan&nbsp;</span></strong></h1><p>So, you're running the <a href="/cm/spark-care-framework/what-is-spark-care"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><span style="color: #f1c40f; text-decoration: underline;"><strong>SPARK Care&trade; Framework</strong></span></span></a> in your home - maybe as part of our <a href="/cm/6-month-pilot-programme"><span style="text-decoration: underline; color: #f1c40f;"><strong>6-Month Pilot</strong></span></a> - and things are getting more consistent.</p><p>But what happens when a new young person is admitted?</p><p>You need a fast, effective and "Neuro-Smart" way to get them integrated into the framework. You need their own Personalised SPARK-Incorporated Care Plan.</p><p>This is that service.</p><p>This is our &pound;295 "add-on" product, perfect for new admissions or for children who weren't included in your original pilot package.</p><h3><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Key Takeaways</strong></span></h3><ul><li>A Bespoke, Child-Specific Plan: This is the full, detailed Personalised SPARK-Incorporated Care Plan&mdash;the same one featured in our 6-Month Pilot.</li><li>Perfect for New Admissions: The ideal way to get a newly-admitted young person aligned with your home's SPARK culture from day one.</li><li>"Neuro-Smart" Analysis: The plan is personally built by our founder, Ash, to translate a child's complex, neurodiverse needs into practical, everyday SPARK steps.</li><li>The Price: &pound;295 per child.<br /><br /></li></ul><h2><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>▷ </strong></span><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>What Is This Add-On Service?</strong></span></h2><p>This is not a training course. It's a "done-for-you" consultancy product.</p><p>It's the most valuable, high-impact tool in the SPARK ecosystem.</p><h3><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>The Process</strong></span></h3><ol><li>You send us the completed (and anonymised) Staff &amp; Young Person SPARK Data Questionnaires for the new child.</li><li>Ash personally analyses the data, their history and their specific neurological profile (e.g., ADHD, Autism, PDA).</li><li>You receive a full, editable PDF Personalised SPARK - Incorporated Care Plan for that child, ready to be shared with your team.<br /><br /></li></ol><h2><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>▷ </strong></span><strong><span style="color: #f1c40f;">What's Included in the Bespoke Plan?</span></strong></h2><p>Each plan is a comprehensive, practical document that your team can use immediately. It includes:</p><ul><li>A SPARK-aligned needs summary (the "at-a-glance" guide).</li><li>Clear focus areas for each of the Six Pillars of Self-Esteem (e.g., "How to build Safety and Voice for this child").</li><li>Practical staff notes on known triggers, effective regulation tools and the best language to use for +R: Repair &amp; Reconnect.</li><li>Digital review boxes to make it a living document for your internal Micro Reviews and Quarterly Reviews.<br /><br /></li></ul><h2><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>▷ </strong></span><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Why This Plan Is So Valuable</strong></span></h2><p>This isn't a generic "positive behaviour plan." This is a "Neuro-Smart" translation tool.</p><ol><li>It takes a child's complex, "red zone" behaviours and translates them into the simple, everyday SPARK steps (S&sup2; to K) that your team already knows how to use.</li><li>It's the ultimate tool for fidelity assurance in care - it ensures every staff member on every shift is responding to that child in the exact same way.</li><li>It gives your team a "how-to" guide for leading trauma-responsive services on a child-by-child basis.<br /><br /></li></ol><h2><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>▷ </strong></span><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>How to Order</strong></span></h2><p>This is an add-on service for new admissions, available to any home that is part of our 6-Month Pilot or has completed our SPARK Foundations training.</p><ul><li>Product: 1x Bespoke SPARK-Incorporated Care Plan</li><li>Investment: &pound;295 (per plan, per child)</li></ul><p><span style="text-decoration: underline; color: #f1c40f;"><strong><a href="/cm/contact-us">Order Your Bespoke Care Plan Now</a></strong></span></p><h2>&nbsp;</h2><h2><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>▷ </strong></span><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)</strong></span></h2><p><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Q: Who is this service for? </strong></span><br />A: Registered Managers or Assistant Managers who are already using the SPARK framework and have a new admission (or a child who wasn't part of the original pilot) and need a bespoke plan for them.</p><p><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Q: Is this a training course? </strong></span><br />A: No. This is a "done-for-you" consultancy product. We take your data and build the comprehensive, child-specific care plan for you.</p><p><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Q: What do you need from me to create the plan? </strong></span><br />A: You will need to provide the completed Staff &amp; Young Person SPARK Data Questionnaires for that specific child, along with any relevant (and anonymised) background information.</p><p><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Q: How long does it take to receive the plan? </strong></span><br />A: Once we receive the completed questionnaires, our standard turnaround time is 3-5 working days.</p><div class="calendly-inline-widget" data-url="https://calendly.com/ashleydevonia/15min" data-processed="true"><div class="calendly-spinner" style="text-align: center;"><div class="calendly-bounce3"></div></div><iframe style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" src="https://calendly.com/ashleydevonia/15min?embed_domain=kaizen-digital.com&amp;embed_type=Inline" height="900px" width="100%" data-mce-fragment="1"></iframe></div>

Bespoke SPARK Care Plan (Add-On Service) | AshDHD Learning

SPARK Plus (Bespoke Care Planning)

Learn about the AshDHD 'SPARK-Inclusive Care Setting' Certification. This is our specialist pathway, awarded to homes that complete our 6-Month Pilot.

Certification Pathways

<h1><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>SPARK-Inclusive Care Setting Certification Pathway</strong></span></h1><p>It's a frustrating search, isn't it? You're a Registered Manager looking for a training progression in social care, but all you find are generic "CPD-accredited" courses that don't lead to real, measurable change.</p><p>A generic badge is not our goal. We offer something more valuable: a specialist certification.</p><p>The "SPARK-Inclusive Care Setting" Certification is an award of excellence, given by AshDHD Learning to homes and services that have successfully completed our full implementation programme.</p><p>It's not a "tick-box" certificate. It is the proof that your service has moved from "theory" to "embedded practice" and is now operating at a high standard of "Neuro-Smart," trauma-informed care.</p><h3><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Key Takeaways</strong></span></h3><ul><li>This is a specialist certification awarded by AshDHD Learning, not a generic CPD accreditation.</li><li>It's a mark of excellence, proving your home has fully embedded our "Neuro-Smart" framework.</li><li>It's the ultimate evidence for Ofsted and commissioners of your commitment to consistent, high-quality, trauma-informed practice.</li><li>This certification is only available to homes that complete our full <a href="/cm/6-month-pilot-programme"><strong><span style="color: #f1c40f;">6-Month Founding Partner Pilot</span></strong></a>.<br /><br /></li></ul><h2><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>▷ </strong></span><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>What Is "SPARK-Inclusive Certification"?</strong></span></h2><p>This is our highest award. It's the proof that your leadership, your staff and your environment are all aligned with the <a href="/cm/spark-care-framework"><span style="text-decoration: underline; color: #f1c40f;"><strong>SPARK Care&trade; Framework</strong></span></a>.</p><ul><li><span style="color: #f1c40f;">For Staff:</span> It's a meaningful part of their professional accreditation for care staff, proving they are competent in a specialist, high-demand model.</li><li><span style="color: #f1c40f;">For Managers:</span> It's your evidence. It's the badge you show Ofsted, CQC and LAs to prove your service is "Well-Led" and "Effective."</li><li><span style="color: #f1c40f;">For Your Home:</span> It's a mark of being an employer of choice, showing you invest in deep, cultural change, not just "one-off" training days.<br /><br /></li></ul><h2><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>▷ </strong></span><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>How the Certification Pathway Works</strong></span></h2><p>This isn't a "one-day course." You can't get this certification from a 3-hour workshop. True embedding of advanced trauma-informed pathways takes time, coaching and measurement.</p><p>Therefore, the only pathway to becoming a "SPARK-Inclusive Care Setting" is by successfully completing our <a href="/cm/6-month-pilot-programme"><span style="text-decoration: underline; color: #f1c40f;"><strong>6-Month Pilot Programme</strong></span></a>.</p><h3><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Why the 6-Month Pilot is the Only Pathway</strong></span></h3><ul><li>It's Not Just Training; It's Embedding: The pilot includes 6 months of direct coaching from our founder, Ash.</li><li>It's Built on Evidence: We work with you to conduct Fidelity Audits and build a final Ofsted-Aligned Evaluation Report.</li><li>It's a Whole-System Change: The pilot is the only way to ensure everyone - from managers to frontline staff - is speaking the same language and using the tools (like <a href="/cm/training-certification/spark-plus-bespoke-care-planning"><span style="text-decoration: underline; color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Personalised Care Plans</strong></span></a> and <span style="color: #f1c40f;"><a href="/cm/swift-r-crisis-model/what-is-swift-r"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>SWIFT+R</strong></span></a></span>) consistently.<br /><br /></li></ul><h2><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>▷ </strong></span><strong><span style="color: #f1c40f;">A Note on "Accreditation" vs. "Certification"</span></strong></h2><p>Let's be direct. We are not a generic, CPD-accredited, "tick-box" training company.</p><p>We are specialist, founder-led practitioners. Our founder, Ash, has 5 years of frontline expereince and personal, lived experience in the care system. Our "Neuro-Smart" framework is unique.</p><p>A generic CPD badge can be gained in a day. Our SPARK-Inclusive Care Setting Certification takes 6 months of dedicated, collaborative work.</p><p>It is a far more valuable signal to Ofsted and commissioners, as it proves not just "learning" but embedded, measurable and consistent practice. This is the gold standard for training progression in social care.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>▷ </strong></span><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)</strong></span></h2><p><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Q: What is SPARK-Inclusive Care certification? </strong></span><br />A: It's a specialist "badge of excellence" awarded by AshDHD Learning. It's not a generic CPD point. It's an award recognising that your service has successfully embedded our "Neuro-Smart," trauma-informed framework over our 6-month pilot programme.</p><p><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Q: Who can apply for this? </strong></span><br />A: This certification is the outcome of our 6-Month Pilot. Any Registered Manager or provider who signs up for and successfully completes the full 6-month implementation programme is eligible.</p><p><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Q: Is it CPD-recognised? </strong></span><br />A: No. This is a specialist, founder-led certification from the framework's creator, which we believe is more valuable. It proves 6 months of embedded practice and measurable outcomes (via our final report), not just 3 hours of theory.</p><p><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Q: What are the benefits? </strong></span><br />A: It provides powerful, tangible evidence to Ofsted, CQC and LAs that your service is "Outstanding" in its commitment to consistent, trauma-informed care. It also boosts staff morale and retention by proving you are an employer who invests in deep, meaningful development.</p><div class="calendly-inline-widget" data-url="https://calendly.com/ashleydevonia/15min" data-processed="true"><div class="calendly-spinner" style="text-align: center;"><div class="calendly-bounce1"></div><div class="calendly-bounce3"></div></div><iframe style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" src="https://calendly.com/ashleydevonia/15min?embed_domain=kaizen-digital.com&amp;embed_type=Inline" height="900px" width="100%" data-mce-fragment="1"></iframe></div>

SPARK-Inclusive Care Setting Certification | AshDHD Learning

Training & Certification

<h1><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Trauma-Informed Training Courses &amp; Programmes</strong></span></h1><p>It's a frustrating search, isn't it? You're looking for training, but all you find are generic, "tick-box" CPD courses that are forgotten by the next day.</p><p>You need professional development in behaviour support that actually sticks. You need a framework that gives your team practical skills and a consistent language - not just a vague certificate.</p><p><span style="color: #f1c40f;">That's what we do.</span></p><p>Our training is different because it's not academic theory. It's built and delivered exclusively by our founder, Ash, based on her 5 years of frontline experience and her personal, lived experience in the care system.</p><p>This isn't a generic, accredited course. This is a specialist, Neuro-Smart framework. When your staff are trained by us, they receive a Certificate of Completion from AshDHD Learning, proving they are competent in this specific, high-value model.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>▷ </strong></span><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Our Flagship: The 6-Month Founding Partner Pilot</strong></span></h2><p>This is our premier, all-in-one solution for homes that are serious about full culture change.</p><p>This is a 6-month implementation partnership where we embed the frameworks into your home. It's our most popular offer and is available for a limited Founding Partner Rate.</p><p>This programme includes the full SPARK Foundations and SWIFT+R Crisis training, plus:</p><ul><li>Bespoke, Personalised SPARK Care Plans for your children.</li><li>A full Environmental Audit to support sensory regulation.</li><li>Monthly coaching and embedding sessions with Ash.</li><li>A final, Ofsted-Aligned Evaluation Report to prove your progress.</li><li>Investment: &pound;5,999 (Limited Founding Partner Rate)</li></ul><p><a href="/cm/6-month-pilot-programme"><span style="text-decoration: underline; color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Learn More About the 6-Month Pilot</strong></span></a></p><h2><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>&nbsp;</strong></span></h2><h2><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>▷ </strong></span><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Standalone Training Workshops</strong></span></h2><p>If you're not ready for the full 6-month programme, you can book our core frameworks as standalone, 3-4 hour workshops. All training is delivered live online by our founder, Ash, for up to 12 staff.</p><h3><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>1. SPARK Care&trade; Core Training</strong></span></h3><p>This is the essential starting point and our core everyday framework. It's the 3-4 hour "daily practice" workshop that teaches your team the 6-step SPARK Care&trade; Framework (S&sup2; to K).</p><ul><li>Best for: All staff, from support workers to deputies.</li><li>Outcome: Your team gets a shared, consistent language for daily, trauma-informed interactions.</li><li>Includes: Live online training, SPARK pocket cards &amp; posters, Certificate of Completion.</li><li>Investment: &pound;750 (for up to 12 staff)</li></ul><p><a href="/cm/training-certification/spark-core"><span style="text-decoration: underline; color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Book Your SPARK Core Training</strong></span></a></p><h3><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>2. SWIFT+R&trade; Crisis Harness Training</strong></span></h3><p>This is the additional crisis-response module. It's our 3-4 hour workshop that teaches the 6-step [Link] SWIFT+R&trade; Crisis Model for safe, "Neuro-Smart" de-escalation that protects dignity.</p><ul><li>Best for: All staff, as an add-on to SPARK.</li><li>Outcome: Your team gets a shared, confident plan for "red zone" moments, aligning with NICE principles.</li><li>Includes: Live online training, SWIFT+R pocket cards, Crisis Reflection Tool, Certificate of Completion.</li><li>Investment: &pound;750 (for up to 12 staff)</li></ul><p><a href="/cm/training-certification/swift-r-crisis-harness-training"><span style="text-decoration: underline; color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Book Your SWIFT+R Training</strong></span></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>▷ </strong></span><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Our Add-On &amp; Support Services</strong></span></h2><ul><li>Additional Staff Seat: +&pound;60 per person (for groups larger than 12)</li><li>Additional SPARK Care Plan: +&pound;295 per plan</li><li>6-Month Refresh &amp; Evaluation: &pound;1,495</li><li>Emergency Meeting/Consultation: &pound;120 per hour<br /><br /></li></ul><h2><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>▷ </strong></span><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)</strong></span></h2><p><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Q: Are AshDHD courses "accredited"? </strong></span><br />A: This is a specialist, founder-led framework, not a generic "off-the-shelf" course. Your staff receive a Certificate of Completion from AshDHD Learning, which proves they have been trained by the framework's creator in this specific, high-value, Neuro-Smart methodology.</p><p><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Q: What's the difference between the Pilot and the Workshops? </strong></span><br />A: The Workshops (SPARK and SWIFT+R) are standalone, 3-4 hour training sessions that teach your team the theory. The 6-Month Pilot is a full implementation service that includes both of those workshops, plus 6 months of coaching, personalised care plans and a final data report to embed it in your culture.</p><p><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Q: Who delivers the training? </strong></span><br />A: All training is delivered personally by our founder, Ash. This ensures the "lived experience" and "Neuro-Smart" ethos is at the heart of every single session.</p><p><span style="color: #f1c40f;"><strong>Q: How is pricing structured? </strong></span><br />A: We're 100% transparent. We offer two standalone workshops at &pound;750 each (for up to 12 staff), and our intensive 6-month pilot programme is available for a limited &pound;5,999 Founding Partner rate.</p><div class="calendly-inline-widget" data-url="https://calendly.com/ashleydevonia/15min" data-processed="true"><div class="calendly-spinner" style="text-align: center;"><div class="calendly-bounce1"></div><div class="calendly-bounce3"></div></div><iframe style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" src="https://calendly.com/ashleydevonia/15min?embed_domain=kaizen-digital.com&amp;embed_type=Inline" height="900px" width="100%" data-mce-fragment="1"></iframe></div>

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<h2>Privacy Policy</h2><p>Effective date: November 2025</p><p>AshDHD Learning ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website ashdhdlearning.co.uk, in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.</p><h3>1. Information We Collect</h3><p>We may collect and process the following data about you:</p><h4>a) Personal Data You Provide</h4><p>Name</p><p>Email address</p><p>Phone number</p><p>Address</p><p>Job application data (if applicable)</p><p>Any other information you voluntarily submit via forms or correspondence</p><h4>b) Automatically Collected Data</h4><p>IP address</p><p>Browser type and version</p><p>Time zone setting</p><p>Operating system</p><p>Pages visited and time spent</p><p>We use cookies to help improve your experience. Please see our [Cookie Policy] for more information.</p><h3>2. How We Use Your Information</h3><p>We may use your personal data for the following purposes:</p><p>To respond to enquiries and provide customer support</p><p>To deliver services you&rsquo;ve requested</p><p>To improve our website and user experience</p><p>To send marketing communications (with your consent)</p><p>To comply with legal obligations</p><h3>3. Legal Basis for Processing</h3><p>We rely on the following legal bases:</p><p>Consent &ndash; when you have given us clear consent</p><p>Contract &ndash; when processing is necessary for a contract with you</p><p>Legal obligation &ndash; where we&rsquo;re legally required to process data</p><p>Legitimate interests &ndash; when necessary for our legitimate business interests</p><h3>4. Sharing Your Information</h3><p>We do not sell your data. We may share your information with:</p><p>Service providers and partners who support our website and services</p><p>Legal and regulatory authorities when required</p><p>Third parties involved in business transfers</p><h3>5. Data Retention</h3><p>We only retain your data for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes we collected it for, including satisfying legal, accounting, or reporting requirements.</p><h3>6. Your Rights</h3><p>Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:</p><p>Access the personal data we hold about you</p><p>Request correction of inaccurate data</p><p>Request erasure of your data (right to be forgotten)</p><p>Object to processing or restrict processing</p><p>Request data portability</p><p>Withdraw consent at any time (if processing is based on consent)</p><p>Lodge a complaint with the ICO (Information Commissioner&rsquo;s Office)</p><h3>7. Data Security</h3><p>We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data from loss, misuse, unauthorised access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.</p><h3>8. International Transfers</h3><p>If we transfer your data outside the UK, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place (e.g., Standard Contractual Clauses or adequacy decisions).</p><h3>9. Third-Party Links</h3><p>Our site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices.</p><h3>10. Changes to This Policy</h3><p>We may update this policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page and, where appropriate, notified to you by email.</p><h3>11. Contact Us</h3><p>If you have any questions or concerns about this policy or your personal data, please contact us:</p><p>ash@ashdhdlearning.co.uk<br />01782 706155<br />Ebenezer House,<br />Ryecroft,<br />Newcastle-Under-Lyme,<br />Staffordshire,<br />England,<br />ST5 2BE</p>

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