Changing Lives, Every Day

Empower House provides high-quality semi-independent living services for young people aged 16–25, offering safe, secure, and nurturing homes where they can feel supported and are kept safe. Since opening our first home in 2016, we have empowered over 210 young people to grow in confidence, gain independence, and shape brighter futures. With nine homes and a skilled, diverse team, we go beyond accommodation; we create spaces where young people are heard, valued, and empowered to independence.

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Mission

Our mission is simple yet powerful: to empower young people by creating safe, nurturing spaces, equipping them with the tools to grow, and keeping their voices at the heart of all we do.

Our dedicated team goes above and beyond to support young people, helping them feel safe, build confidence, and take bold steps into education, employment, and independent living.

At Empower House, we don’t just offer care, we help young people rewrite their stories and step boldly into adulthood.

Your Rights at Empower House

Our Team for you
(Training, qualification, compliance)

At Empower House, quality care begins with people—a skilled, diverse team united by one mission: empowering young people to step confidently into adulthood. Our staff combine expertise in psychology, youth development, social work, and social care to offer holistic support. We have a stringent safer recruitment process in line with ofsted expectations and our team are highly trained, with Home Managers holding Level 5 NVQ and Support Workers holding Level 3/4 NVQs, we provide continuous personal development for our teams. All homes managers are DSL-trained, trauma-informed, and specialised in supporting young people across placements. With experience, diversity, and dedication at our core, we deliver the highest standards of care to help every young person grow with confidence and independence.

Our Team


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Sam Dean

Designated Safeguarding Lead
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Sylvester Janve

Homes Manager
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Rasheed Morafa

HR Manager
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Adam Ayide

Homes Manager
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Accreditations & Compliance

We operate in full compliance with:

Our safeguarding framework includes:

 

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Our Approach

We adopt a person-centered, trauma-informed approach that recognises the diverse backgrounds and needs of the young people we support. Our approach is guided by: