Green Light PBS Ltd

Green Light PBS Ltd

Green Light PBS Ltd is a specialist accommodation and support provider headquartered in Cornwall, United Kingdom. The organisation focuses on providing person-centred, community-based care for adults with autism, learning disabilities, and complex needs, specifically those who may exhibit challenging behaviour.

Who We Are

Green Light PBS operates as a needs-led specialist provider, primarily based in Newquay, Cornwall, with residential sites throughout the county (including Truro, Redruth, and St Austell).

The organisation was established with the goal of moving away from institutionalised care. Their model is heavily influenced by Positive Behavioural Support (PBS)—a framework that focuses on understanding the "why" behind challenging behaviour to improve a person’s quality of life. They are recognised for their adherence to the Mansell Reports and CQC’s "Right Support, Right Care, Right Culture" guidance, which advocates for small, domestic-style homes that promote independence.

They pride themselves on their "Switched On Care" philosophy, which ensures that support is proactive, developmental, and deeply rooted in the local community.

What We Do

Specialist Autism & Learning Disability Support

Providing tailored residential care for adults (aged 16–64) who require a structured environment, including those with Down’s Syndrome and Prader-Willi Syndrome.

Positive Behavioural Support (PBS)

Utilising evidence-based strategies to reduce the frequency and intensity of challenging behaviours by addressing environmental triggers and teaching alternative communication skills.

Small-Scale Residential Homes

Operating 19 community-based homes—such as Bigwig House, Fairfield House, and September Lodge—designed to accommodate small groups of individuals to maintain a family-like atmosphere.

Developmental Lifestyles

Focusing on "active support" where residents are encouraged to participate in everyday tasks, hobbies, and vocational activities to increase their autonomy.

Comprehensive Assessments

Conducting multi-stakeholder assessments involving the individual, their family, and social workers to ensure that every placement is a precise match for the person's sensory and emotional needs.

Approach & Values

Green Light PBS focuses on Dignity, Choice, and Inclusion.

They prioritise Functional Communication, helping individuals find ways to express their needs without resorting to challenging behaviour. Their approach is designed to be Proactive rather than Reactive; staff focus on building "lifestyle dividends"—ensuring the person has enough interesting and meaningful things to do so that the need for challenging behaviour is naturally reduced.

A strong emphasis is placed on "Right Support," ensuring that each person lives in an environment that allows them to be a visible and active member of their local Cornish community.

Industry Role

Green Light PBS plays a critical role in the South West social care sector, acting as a high-acuity resource for local authorities, including Cornwall Council.

As a certified PBS training provider, the organisation contributes to the wider care sector by advocating for restraint reduction and the professionalisation of behavioural support. They act as a strategic partner for Integrated Care Boards (ICBs), providing the complex residential solutions necessary to transition individuals from secure hospital settings back into the community.

They offer a stable and evidence-led care solution, making them a preferred choice for families and commissioners seeking a provider that combines clinical behavioural expertise with a warm, community-focused residential model.