Interventions
Men
We use individual and group work to help people think about their offending. An Action Plan will identify activities to target issues related to offending. The service user will be supported by their social worker to change their behaviour.
In East Lothian we are developing a programme to help people think about:
- why they offended
- the impact of their offending
- consideration for victims
- setting goals.
We will also refer people to community services that meet their needs.
Women
The needs of women who offend are often different from men. We are trauma-informed, and can provide a gender-specific service.
The Connect Women's Group is supported by social work, the third sector, and the NHS. We engage women in change through:
- developing resilience
- improving self-confidence and
- promoting social inclusion.
Young People
Specially trained social workers work with young people at risk of offending. This can be one to one work or with families. It often involves the Children's Hearing System instead of a Court. Young people might also be Diverted from Prosecution. The Children's Wellbeing and Justice Team work with young people up to the age of 18.
Moving Forward Making Changes (MFMC)
Men who have been convicted of sexual offences may have to complete specific group work. At the moment, this is Moving Forward Making Changes (MFMC), but a new programme is being rolled out. MFMC is a treatment programme. It is delivered in modules and tailored to meet participants' treatment needs. All participants are assessed to ensure the programme is suitable for them.