After struggling with severe anxiety levels, an autistic 25-year-old has made great progress – thanks to finally getting a new home in Sittingbourne.

Last July, Lamar Romans-Smith moved from London to Rhyme House in Chaucer Road, which supports people with learning disabilities.

The house provides accommodation for 10 young people aged 18 to 28 and has staff on site at all times.

Thanks to the work of key worker Chelsea Bosley, Lamar is now able to plan his day and future goals – which has reduced his anxiety dramatically.

“He typically updates his planner after breakfast, and then again after lunch,” says Chelsea.

Austism is a developmental disorder which affects how people perceive the world.

Those diagnosed may struggle to communicate with others or focus. They can also be overly sensitive to taste, touch, sounds, smells, light, colours, pain or heat.

“Because he now feels more secure, he is much more flexible and able to handle any changes to his routine more easily.” - Chelsea Bosley

Lamar’s family say he has settled in to his new accommodation very well and that he now enjoys a weekly swim and trampolining in Maidstone.

Staff at Rhyme House help him with a weekly shop and Lamar occasionally cooks for everyone.

His mother, Pamela, said: “This is amazing to me – before Sittingbourne, any change would cause a huge explosion in his behaviour.

“I’m glad I put my trust in the hard working staff at Rhyme House. With their expertise, Lamar will continue to progress.”

Rhyme House has a vacant first-floor room with shared bathroom suitable for someone aged 18 to 28 who meets the criteria.

To find out more, call Theresa Cook on 07812 072043 or visit www.regard.co.uk