The service has a Certificate of Accreditation from and is a member of the Autism Services Accreditation Programme . It was last accredited in March 2000. Full-time service users live in six purpose built houses which are fully equipped for ordinary home life.
Accommodation is in single rooms and communal areas are provided in each unit.
Programmes are individualised and coordinated to overcome or ameliorate the effects of the Triad of Impairments. It is this approach which emphasises the specialist nature of our work and its unique application to autism. The Somerset Court Support Committee meets every quarter to support the service and offer guidance. The local Social Services Inspection Unit visits in accordance with the Registered Homes Act. Somerset Court is open 52 weeks a year.