Cross House, Cardiff
Features
3 Children or Young People
Local amenities
(lots of local shops)
Cross House is designed to care for up to three children or young people between the ages of 7 and 17, of all genders, who require medium to long-term placements.
The location of Cross House presents fantastic opportunities for an active and engaging lifestyle. Facilities available within a ten-minute drive include The Cardiff International Pool and Gym, trampoline parks, Cardiff International Ice Arena, white water rafting, aqua park, food halls, parks, outdoor activity centres, Techniquest, boat trips, fishing spots and much more. Other more passive sources of entertainment are available at The Cardiff City Stadium, which is just a three-minute drive away, The Principality Stadium, Cardiff Arms Park – home to Cardiff RFC, St Davids Hall, Cardiff Motorpoint Arena, Depot and many more.
Team Details
Matthew Minton,
Manager at Park House
Matt has over 20 years’ experience in social care, including 15 years working with autistic children and adults with additional learning needs. He has a background in fostering in Rhondda Cynon Taf, and has spent his career focused on improving outcomes for young people.
Matt is passionate about promoting well-being, supporting individuals to achieve their goals, and creating opportunities that give every young person the best possible start in life. He is also highly valued for his supportive leadership style and commitment to staff wellbeing, always fostering a positive, inclusive team culture where everyone feels heard and appreciated.
Owen Cox
Deputy Manager at Cross House
Owen joined Ty Caredig after completing a Psychology degree at Cardiff University. He has worked in mental health rehabilitation; secure and children’s residential services.
Over the past 2 years, Owen has worked across all of the homes in Ty Caredig and has loved bringing enthusiasm, compassion and a deep understanding of child development and trauma to the homes. He is passionate about delivering high-quality, person centred care and feels committed to supporting each young person, and the staff that work with them, to reach their full potential in a safe and nurturing environment.
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