Inspire to Change
For those who are or have been abusers wanting to change
This is a free programme for men and women over the age of 16 who have been abusive, controlling or violent towards their partner; and who are motivated to make a change in their behaviour and work to improve their relationships.
The course combines learning and support tailored to an individual’s need. has been designed to help participants learn new skills and find ways to manage and control their abusive behaviour. It encourages participants to think and behave more positively to prevent harm to their partner, children and family in the future.
we believe that no one should experience domestic abuse. Everyone has the right to feel safe, protected and empowered. At Cranstoun, we are here to help, we are here to empower and we’re here to challenge and change abusive behaviour.
Inspire to change tackles and challenges perpetrator behaviour. Through the Inspire to Change programme it gives participants:
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An understanding of how to recognise the signs of domestic abuse
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A better understanding of why they use violence or aggression in their relationships
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An awareness of how attitudes and beliefs can affect behaviour
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The practical tools to develop and maintain change
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An improved and better life for themselves, their children and others affected by their behaviour
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Inspire To Change also delivers the Level Up programme, for young people aged 11 to 15 years, presenting harmful behaviours to their family members or intimate partners.
What to expect from Cranstoun Inspire to Change?
At the first appointment fully trained staff will meet with participants to develop their own tailored engagement plan. Meetings can also be held online. The engagement plan may include:
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Setting up one-to-one sessions
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Participating in group work sessions
Staff will work closely with participants to ensure they feel comfortable and confident to take the next step in their Inspire to Change journey. Cranstoun Inspire to Change can also provide support and advice to help address wider issues linked to abusive behaviour such as addiction problems, debt and unemployment.
https://cranstoun.org/help-and-advice/domestic-abuse/inspire-to-change/
Sheffield Domestic Abuse
Co-ordination Team
Sheffield has a range of domestic abuse services that offer support for women, children, young people, and men who are experiencing domestic abuse. Domestic abuse can happen to anyone. It is not your fault. Don’t suffer in silence. You have the right to live your life free from fear, abuse and violence.
Sheffield Domestic Abuse Co-ordination Team (DACT) works as part of the Safer and Sustainable Communities Partnership to ensure that support is available for women, children, young people, and men who are experiencing domestic abuse.
Help available includes:
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one to one support and support groups
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advice on being safe in your own home and safety equipment
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access to safe places and refuges
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financial advice
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information about your legal options
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housing advice if you need to move
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support to help you think through your options and help you make decisions that are right for you
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advice about the impact on children and how best to support them
Call the free Sheffield Domestic Abuse Helpline for local support and information
Monday to Friday from 8am to 8pm: 0808 808 2241.
You can also email help@sheffielddact.org.uk.
We can arrange interpretation and translation if needed.
IDAS
Independent Domestic Abuse Services
IDAS are a charity who believe that everyone has a right to a life that is free from abuse. They offer the following free and confidential services.
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One to one support and advice in a location to suit you
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A confidential helpline to talk through your options
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Advice via their chat service
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Support through civil and criminal proceedings
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Help with practical safety measures and safety plans
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Support groups for people who have lived with abuse
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Information on benefits, debt, health and housing
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Specialist services for children and young people
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Independant Domestic Violence Advisors (accredited high risk intervention practitioners)
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Access to counsellors and other specialist services
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Support and advice if you've experienced sexual violence
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Provision of emergency accommodation including refuges across the UK
To get in touch
IDAS HELPLINE
(North Yorkshire and Barnsley)
(Sheffield)
IDAS website
Referral form (You can refer yourself)
Other Help
National Domestic Abuse Helpline
Rape Crisis National Helpline
Samaritans
National Centre for Domestic Violence
Free quick helpline for those in need of legal intervention
NCDV is a Community Interest Company that provides free fast legal support to those suffering domestic abuse who require a protective order. The service is available to everybody, irrespective of financial circumstances, sexual orientation, race or gender. We specialise in Non-molestation Orders, Occupation Orders and Prohibited Steps Orders can be obtained as additional orders. These are usually obtained from the Family or County Courts under Civil Law.
Non-Molestation Orders stops violence, harassment, threats and intimidation. It prohibits the perpetrator from contacting the person, turning up at their home, place of work, college, etc. wherever is relevant to that person’s case/situation. The order usually lasts for about six months to a year (but can be longer) and carries an automatic power of arrest if breached, it is a criminal offence to breach a non-molestation order.
An Occupation Order is an order issued by the court that decides who has the right to live in (or be excluded from) a family home. This is used, usually, on a short term basis and usually lasts six months.
A Prohibited Steps Order prohibits the removal of the child or children from a parents care, change of name, removal from school, taking abroad, etc.
We can assist the person to obtain an order via Legal Aid using our panel solicitors based across England or provide support for the person to self-represent (known as being a Litigant in Person). We do not charge for our service.
How do i refer?
You can refer directly: https://www.ncdv.org.uk/
FreePhone 0800 970 2070
Text: NCDV to 60777
Email: office@ncdv.org.uk
Phone App: (Google & Android) search 'NCDV'