*       Placement Criteria

*       10-17 years age range inclusive

*       Male or female, same sexed placements

*       1:1 or 2:1 staffing

*       When ever appropriate two young people of similar age and same gender will be placed together subject to risk assessment.  Equally, consideration is given to young people with similar interests and personalities that are compatible.  All matching takes account of each young person’s needs on an individual basis and in accordance with their Placement Plan.

*       Plus One is unable to meet the needs of physically disabled young people.

*       Young people with learning disabilities are considered.