Alder Associates

Alder Associates Paediatric Case Management - We specialise in assisting those affected by
brain injury, spinal injuries, cerebral palsy and other complex needs.

❤ We are always incredibly grateful when families share their experiences of working with our team. Hearing directly fro...
12/03/2026

❤ We are always incredibly grateful when families share their experiences of working with our team. Hearing directly from those we support means a great deal to us.

This family kindly shared their reflections on working with Kim and the Alder Associates team:

“In what has been an extremely challenging and emotional time in our lives, we have been fortunate to meet Kim and her team at Alder Associates.

Kim is an excellent case manager and her support for our daughter and our family has been amazing throughout. She has ensured that we have as little to worry about as possible. She has sourced carers to support our daughter’s needs and continues to ensure that we are provided with all the support that we require.”

We understand how overwhelming complex care needs can feel for families. Our role is not only to coordinate services, but to reduce stress, provide reassurance and ensure the right support is consistently in place.

We are proud to walk alongside families during the most difficult times — helping to create stability, continuity and confidence in the care their child receives.


Transition to adulthood is not something that begins at 18. For young people with complex disabilities, transition plann...
11/03/2026

Transition to adulthood is not something that begins at 18. For young people with complex disabilities, transition planning should start much earlier, often between the ages of 12 and 14.

Waiting until services are ending can mean:

• Limited time to prepare emotionally and practically
• Long waiting lists for adult services
• Gaps in therapy, education or healthcare provision
• Increased anxiety for young people and families
• Important opportunities being missed

Early planning allows time to consider:

• Education and vocational pathways
• Adult health services and specialist provision
• Social care and funding arrangements
• Housing and supported living options
• Developing independence skills gradually and safely

Transition is not a single event — it is a process.

When we start early, we create space for informed decisions, smoother handovers and stronger outcomes.

For families navigating complex needs, early coordination and collaborative planning can make the difference between crisis management and confident progression.

Because adulthood should feel like the next step forward — not a sudden cliff edge.

We are looking to recruit caring and dependable individuals to join a home care team supporting a 6-year-old boy with co...
06/03/2026

We are looking to recruit caring and dependable individuals to join a home care team supporting a 6-year-old boy with complex medical and care needs. These waking night roles involve providing dedicated one-to-one support within the child’s family home, helping ensure his comfort, safety and wellbeing overnight.

Find out more and apply here: https://uk.indeed.com/job/paediatric-waking-night-carer-complex-care-3c1d1942cffa4754

We are looking for an experienced and compassionate Nurse Team Leader to expand our care team and support its growth. In...
05/03/2026

We are looking for an experienced and compassionate Nurse Team Leader to expand our care team and support its growth. In this pivotal role, you will oversee and support a team of support workers, ensuring the delivery of exceptional care to a happy 6-year-old boy with complex needs, within his family home.

This is an excellent full-time opportunity with good pay. For full details go to: https://uk.indeed.com/job/qualified-nurse-team-leader-4d385341ef07d871

Neuropsychology Isn’t Just “Talking Therapy”When people hear “neuropsychology”, they often assume it means one-to-one th...
05/03/2026

Neuropsychology Isn’t Just “Talking Therapy”

When people hear “neuropsychology”, they often assume it means one-to-one therapy sessions.

But neuropsychology is about far more than conversations in a clinic room.

Neuropsychologists help us understand how a brain injury or neurological condition affects:

• Thinking and processing
• Behaviour and emotional regulation
• Relationships and family dynamics
• Risk, safeguarding and resilience within a care team

In complex paediatric cases, the stability of the care team is crucial.

Where family dynamics are strained, emotions are heightened, or safeguarding risks are emerging, the care team can come under significant pressure. Without the right support, this can lead to burnout, breakdown of relationships, or even loss of essential care provision.

Neuropsychology can provide:

• Brain-informed training and guidance for care teams
• Support before challenges escalate
• Clear behavioural strategies rooted in neurobiology
• Reflective space to strengthen professional boundaries and communication

Sometimes the most important intervention is not direct therapy with the child, but strengthening the system around them.

Because protecting the care team means protecting the continuity and safety of care.

And that protects the child.

March is Cerebral Palsy Awareness Month, a time to raise understanding and challenge assumptions.Cerebral Palsy is a neu...
02/03/2026

March is Cerebral Palsy Awareness Month, a time to raise understanding and challenge assumptions.

Cerebral Palsy is a neurological condition that affects movement and posture. But it does not define a child’s personality, potential or future.

At Alder Associates, we focus on strengths.

That might look like:
• Supporting a child to take their first independent steps
• Helping a young person communicate using eye gaze or AAC technology
• Enabling participation in school, sport or social activities
• Adapting environments so independence becomes possible

We see determination.
We see resilience.
We see potential.

With the right therapy, equipment, education support and collaborative teamwork, children with cerebral palsy can achieve extraordinary things.

This month, let’s shift the conversation from limitation to possibility.

💚 Because every child deserves to be seen for who they are — and what they can achieve.

Accessibility isn’t just about ramps and door widths.In everyday spaces like schools, shops and parks, good access means...
26/02/2026

Accessibility isn’t just about ramps and door widths.

In everyday spaces like schools, shops and parks, good access means environments that are easy to navigate, welcoming and designed with different needs in mind.

Good access can include:
• Step-free entrances and wide pathways
• Clear signage and logical layouts
• Accessible toilets and seating
• Inclusive play and quiet spaces

When access is built in from the start, everyone benefits.

Functional Neurological Disorders (FND) are conditions where people experience neurological symptoms such as weakness, m...
24/02/2026

Functional Neurological Disorders (FND) are conditions where people experience neurological symptoms such as weakness, movement difficulties, sensory changes or seizures, but without structural damage to the nervous system.

In FND, the brain and nervous system are not damaged, but they are not functioning as they should. This can be just as distressing and disabling as other neurological conditions.

FND can affect:
• Movement and coordination
• Sensation and strength
• Speech or vision
• Seizures and fatigue

With the right understanding, diagnosis and coordinated support, many people with FND can improve and regain confidence and independence.


💛 We value the feedback we receive from the professionals we work alongside. This recent testimonial reflects Kim’s thou...
19/02/2026

💛 We value the feedback we receive from the professionals we work alongside. This recent testimonial reflects Kim’s thoughtful, professional approach and her commitment to delivering effective, child-centred case management.

“I have worked with Kim Roumania for several years on a complex child brain injury matter. Kim is a consummate professional, highly organised and a pleasure to work with. She is very knowledgeable and remains calm when difficult situations present themselves."

We’re proud of the difference Kim makes for the children and families she supports, as well as the strong, collaborative relationships she builds with multidisciplinary and legal teams to ensure the best possible outcomes.

After limb loss, no two journeys are the same.Rebuilding life means listening, adapting and supporting each individual i...
17/02/2026

After limb loss, no two journeys are the same.

Rebuilding life means listening, adapting and supporting each individual in ways that matter most to them – whether that’s returning to work, reconnecting with family life, or rediscovering confidence and independence.

It can include:

• Physical rehabilitation and mobility
• Psychological and emotional support
• Adjusting daily routines and environments
• Regaining independence at home, work and in the community

With the right multidisciplinary support, people are empowered to adapt, grow and thrive.

✈️ What Makes a Good Holiday for a Family With a Wheelchair User? A good holiday isn’t about doing everything. It’s abou...
12/02/2026

✈️ What Makes a Good Holiday for a Family With a Wheelchair User?

A good holiday isn’t about doing everything. It’s about feeling confident, comfortable and included.

For families with a wheelchair user, accessible accommodation, step-free environments and clear information can make all the difference. Planning ahead, knowing what to expect and having flexibility built into each day can help reduce stress and create space for enjoyment.

Most importantly, a good holiday is one where everyone feels supported and able to take part in moments that matter, at their own pace.

Children’s mental health matters – every day.This week, we’re proud to support and Children’s Mental Health Week, celeb...
09/02/2026

Children’s mental health matters – every day.

This week, we’re proud to support and Children’s Mental Health Week, celebrating spaces where children feel safe, valued and supported to be themselves.

Because feeling like you belong can make all the difference.

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67a John Wilson Business Park
Whitstable
CT53RA

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Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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