Emotional & Social Well being
Emotional and social well-being is at the heart of a child’s healthy development. It means feeling safe, valued, and understood, while being able to manage feelings and build positive relationships with others. For children with emotional and behavioral difficulties, fostering this well-being requires patient support, kindness, and trust. At Vines, we create an environment where every child’s emotions are acknowledged and respected, helping them develop confidence, resilience, and the social skills needed to connect meaningfully with their world.
Holistic Health Support
At Vines, we believe that true healing and growth happen when a child’s whole well-being is supported: body, mind, and spirit. Holistic health means caring for physical health, emotional feelings, social connections, and mental well-being all together. Our team works closely with children to address their unique needs through therapy, nutrition, education, and family support. By nurturing every part of a child’s life, we help them build a strong foundation for a healthy, balanced future.
Personalised Support
Every child is unique, and at Vines, we honour that by providing personalised support tailored to each child’s individual needs and strengths. Using careful assessment and listening closely to their stories, we design care plans that fit their emotional, social, and developmental goals. This personalised approach helps children feel respected, understood, and empowered to grow at their own pace in a safe and supportive environment.
Embark on a journey of growth, support, and empowerment. We’re not just a service; we’re a partner in the journey towards a brighter, more independent future. We stand as advocates for children, ensuring their voices are heard and their rights respected.
Children and young people seeking supporting homes
Children and young people with complex emotional needs.
Children and young people with offending behaviours
Children and young people transitioning from hospitals
Unaccompanied asylum seeking children and young people
Children and young people vulnerable to criminal and sexual child exploitation
Looked after children
About us
At Vines Support Services LTD, we provide a safe and nurturing home specifically for children with Emotional and Behavioral Difficulties (EBD). We understand that these children face complex challenges that require compassionate, expert care. Our mission is to create a caring environment where every child is met with kindness, understanding, and respect. Our approach is firmly rooted in the Playfulness, Acceptance, Curiosity, and Empathy (PACE) model. These principles guide how we connect with each child—helping them feel safe, explore their feelings, and build strong, trusting relationships. We believe that every child deserves a space where they can express themselves freely, be understood without judgment, and develop confidence and resilience.
We provide personalised support tailored to each child’s unique emotional, social, and developmental needs. Through ongoing consultation, we ensure children’s voices are heard and their views respected, even when difficult decisions must be made. Our team carefully assesses risks and protective factors to determine the right level of support, always encouraging independence and positive contributions within both the home and the community. At Vines Support Services LTD, safeguarding is our highest priority. We work collaboratively with families, professionals, and wider stakeholders to ensure a holistic and inclusive approach. This teamwork drives better outcomes, helping each child to heal, grow, and thrive in a supportive, evidence-based setting.
Our Mission
To provide exceptional, compassionate care to children and young people with Emotional and Behavioral Difficulties (EBD), fostering a safe, nurturing, and structured environment that supports their emotional healing and personal growth. We collaborate closely with families, professionals, and communities to address each child’s individual needs, unlocking their potential and encouraging independence. Our goal is to promote positive development in all aspects of life, helping every child build resilience, confidence, and meaningful connections.
Exemplary Standards of Accommodation
Our facilities are a testament to the high-quality care we provide. Every corner reflects our commitment to cleanliness and meticulous maintenance, ensuring a comfortable and nurturing environment for our residents.
Prime Locations for Enhanced Living
Situated in prime locations, our facilities ensure easy access to essential amenities, medical services, and the warmth of family connections. We believe convenience and comfort are key to a wholesome living experience.
Accommodation that Fits
At our residential children’s home, we provide a safe and structured environment tailored to meet the unique emotional and behavioral needs of each child. We support children in developing essential life skills—such as cooking, budgeting, and daily routines—to build their confidence, self-reliance, and readiness for a positive future. Our caring team guides each child every step of the way, nurturing independence in a way that respects their pace and individual journey.
Expert Staff: Hearts Combined at your Service
At Vines Support Services LTD, our team is our greatest strength. We bring together experienced, compassionate professionals committed to creating a safe, nurturing, and structured home for children with Emotional and Behavioral Difficulties (EBD).Responsible Individual – Prosper Tawanda
Prosper is the registered Responsible Individual for Dudley and Thistle. A registered social worker with over 15 years of experience working with children and young people, alongside professional networks. His wide-ranging experience includes child protection, court proceedings, and direct work with children and young people of all ages.
Prosper has supervised student social workers and managed support workers in supported living and children’s home provisions. He values collaborative working, ensuring that children’s wishes and feelings are central to their care plans, to achieve the best outcomes.
Interim Registered Manager (Dudley House) – Tsungai Tawanda
Tsungai is an experienced Social Worker with a strong background in child protection, adoption, and fostering. She has extensive experience working with children vulnerable to Child Criminal Exploitation (CCE) and Child Sexual Exploitation (CSE), ensuring their safety and well-being through evidence-based interventions. With over five years of experience managing social work teams, Tsungai excels at supporting and guiding staff to deliver the highest quality care.
Currently serving as Interim Home Manager at Dudley, she brings expert knowledge of regulatory compliance and operational management within supported accommodation and children’s home settings. Tsungai ensures that the home consistently meets Ofsted standards while fostering a nurturing and structured environment where children can thrive.
Her skills in managing children’s information, fire safety protocols, and training matrices enhance the home’s ability to provide safe, effective, and high-quality care. Tsungai is passionate about continuous improvement, focusing on practical, evidence-based approaches to support the well-being and development of every child under her care.
Interim Registered Manager (Thistle)– Allen
Allen brings a strong background in education and social care, including qualifications as a Montessori teacher and experience as a CQC Registered Manager. He has supported individuals with learning disabilities, autism, emotional and behavioral difficulties, and mental health needs, delivering holistic, person-centred care.
Allen is skilled in team leadership, partnership working with families and professionals, and ensuring safe, high-quality support through effective safeguarding, risk management, outcome-focused planning, and positive behavior support.
Our Wider Staff Team
Our dedicated staff come from diverse backgrounds and bring a broad range of life experiences, skills, and qualifications. Many have expertise in mentorship, education, healthcare, and youth support services. One Assistant Team Manager is currently pursuing an NVQ Level 5 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management, while nearly all support staff are enrolled in, and actively working toward, their NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Residential Child Care (England RQF).
Our team is experienced in supporting children and young people with diverse and complex needs, including EBD and contextual safeguarding risks such as child sexual exploitation, child criminal exploitation, county lines involvement, distressed behaviors, complex trauma, and mental and physical health challenges.
Above all, at Vines Support Services LTD, we foster nurturing qualities in every staff member. Our training is carefully tailored to meet the evolving needs of both the children and the team, ensuring a compassionate approach grounded in evidence and best practice.
Transparent Communication: Building Trust
We uphold clear and consistent communication with our children, their support networks, and families. Our transparent policies and procedures are designed to foster trust and clarity in all interactions.
Collaborative Approach:
Collaborating with families and stakeholders, we create a support network that envelops each child in care and opportunity.