""Hi, my name is Richard.
I moved to Victoria House when I was 19.
I would say that I have learned so many things from the house, they even helped me to go to a Carmarthenshire based
college where I studied a Tractor course. I also started working in one of the shops in the neighbouring town.
I help in our local papershop/post office and help the post man. I am now on work experience in our local recycling centre.
I enjoy this the most. The best thing about it is that the work is close to the train station, and I can watch the trains and at the same time list down the train numbers.
I enjoy talking to the people around the village and listening to the things that are happening in their lives.""
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 Life in the House
In each household there is a warm and friendly atmosphere, where friendships, parties, outings etc contribute to a lively lifestyle. However, the privacy of one’s own bedroom can always provide a welcome break from the busy day-to-day life.
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The Residents
Victoria House residents come from all parts of the British Isles. They are people with learning difficulties and disabilities. However, they have obvious potential which, with stimulation and guidance, can enable them to mature both intellectually and emotionally and so become responsible adults.
There is access to suitable vocational training of their own choice, with day release to approved courses within or outside Victoria House.
There is also access to work experience in different situations and circumstances, learning to cope in the world outside of Victoria House.
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Co-workers
Co-workers come from all over the world. Many join us for a year and some stay longer. Co-workers help in creating a safe secure environment for our residents where they are able to learn and work with others in a healthy social and spiritual relationship based on mutual care and respect. They are also responsible for the welfare, development and safety of each individual and their work areas.
Being a co-worker does not mean that it is always work, there is also time to develop oneself in training and personal experiences. The friendships that are found in the community can be a life changing experience.
Co-workers work on a voluntary basis which is based on mutual trust and a shared vision. They do not have a salary or a contract, but the community does provide them with all their reasonable needs and an allowance every month.
For further enquiries or to join Victoria House email to: VichouseAdm@aol.com
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