About us
Who we are
Nugent are a not-for-profit organisation based in Liverpool, established since 1881. We have a proven history of adapting what we do to meet the needs of the communities we serve. As a leading voice in the care sector, we look to improve health, opportunity, quality of life, and levels of achievement, whilst reducing poverty and increasing safety for all.
We operate across the North West, predominantly in the Liverpool City region, offering a diverse range of support for adults and children. Our children’s provisions include residential homes, a secure facility, a step-down home and SEMH School. Our adult’s provisions include dispersed homelessness accommodation, floating support provided in the community and supported living provided at home. We also provide adult residential homes including a specialist acquired brain injury, a home for those living with dementia, and a home supporting Mental Health needs. We also offer adoption support services working in partnership with local authorities across the UK.
Our culture and values
In order to fulfil our mission and purpose, we must deliver on the foundation of our beliefs and our behaviours throughout the organisation. In order to fulfil our mission and purpose, we must deliver on the foundation of our beliefs and our behaviours throughout the organisation. Our values support our desire to foster a culture of trust, that is inclusive, and embraces continuous improvement.
The definition of the word ‘accord’ signifies an official agreement. The values identified, come together to form this acronym, including the ‘i’ at the front of the acronym which stands for humble integrity:
- Integrity – we are honest in what we say and do
- Ambition – we have high hopes for the future
- Courage – we stand up for what we know is right
- Compassion – we are kind and support each other
- Optimism – we believe we can
- Respect – we accept one another and look after all we share
- Dignity – we value ourselves and each other