Gate (The Donaldson Trust)

Who is this for?

• Neurodivergent adults aged 16+.

Who provides this?

• The Donaldson Trust, the National Body for Neurodiversity

Description

Gate is a skills development and wellbeing service that supports young people to navigate the next steps into adult life.

Gate improves wellbeing, builds confidence, and help individuals develop essential social and practical life skills. The structured program offers tailored support and activities in small groups, which encourages positive interaction and personal growth.

At Gate, neurodivergent young adults can:

• Feel safe and understood: In a calm, structured, low-arousal environment specifically designed to reduce anxiety.
• Explore and grow: Through creative arts, enterprise, wellbeing, and social development.
• Build practical skills and independence: With development opportunities, including ASDAN Lifeskills Challenge units.
• Develop friendships and confidence: Through a dedicated social space and supported peer interaction.

How do I access this?

• Self-referrals
• Referrals by third parties, including social work and education professionals

Is there a cost?

Funded by Self Directed Support or your local social work department following assessment of need.

Gate works with various local authority budgets and offers options to maximise the support hours allocated.

Is there a waiting list?

No

Location information

• Public parking available

Opening times

Gate operates 48 weeks of the year.