Social services

Tender description

The Provider will use asset-based approaches to focus on early detection and help for women and their families who have the often overlapping issues of domestic abuse; mental health issues and drug & alcohol misuse. The Service will also contribute to reducing reoffending (ensuring offenders complete their community orders and licenses) with an overall aim of developing a safe, independent life with better health and well-being for all women and their families who attend. The Core Service elements of the Service are: — Provision of advice and support to women - in 1:1 and groups, — Risk assessment & safety planning for women & their families, — Assistance to overcome issues related to women & their families, — Referral & assistance to engage with other relevant agencies, — Where appropriate, provide crèche facilities which allow women with children to ensure care for their children aged 5 years and under, whilst they are utilising this Service. Delivery of advice, support and onward referrals regarding their protection to women and families in crisis from domestic abuse, who may also have drug/alcohol and mental health problems, based upon their individual levels of need, risks and protective factors to build safer environments for themselves, their children/families and their communities.