Third Sector Programmes: General

General

Interventions suitable for

Individuals specifically with complex needs

Programme Title and Provider

Access to Industry, Cowgate

Details of all Specific national or local scheme/intervention(s) available

Programmes and courses developing essential core skills such as communication, ICT (Information and Communications Technology) and problem solving. Individual support that aims to alleviate wider personal barriers.

Possible Outcomes

Increase skill set in relation to employability, self-confidence and self-belief.

Process for Assessment and/or inclusion in scheme/intervention

Referrals made once on a Community Payback Order and self-referrals for individuals specifically with complex needs.

Relevant information re. funding for the programme

[Information not specified]
 

Interventions suitable for

People who have offended and young people at risk.

Programme Title and Provider

Apex Scotland

Details of all Specific national or local scheme/intervention(s) available

Apex Scotland helps people who have offended and young people at risk to realise their potential through employment, with the aid of training and seminars.

Possible Outcomes

Increase skill set in relation to employability, self-confidence and self-belief.

Process for Assessment and/or inclusion in scheme/intervention

Referrals made once on a Community Payback Order/self-referrals.

Relevant information re. funding for the programme

[Information not specified]
 

Interventions suitable for

[Information not specified]

Programme Title and Provider

Carr Gomm

Details of all Specific national or local scheme/intervention(s) available

Person-centred approach to any area of someone’s life – from supporting an older woman with dementia to live independently in her home and continue socialising with her friends; or helping a young man with autism move into his first home away from his family; or supporting a father of young children with his benefits claims and understanding his responsibilities as a tenant to reduce his risk of eviction.

Possible Outcomes

Improvement in areas of need including: Mental health issues, learning disabilities, autism spectrum disorder, isolation and loneliness, homelessness, addiction, physical disabilities, respite.

Process for Assessment and/or inclusion in scheme/intervention

Referral made once on a Community Payback Order/Self-referral.

Relevant information re. funding for the programme

[Information not specified]
 

Interventions suitable for

Males and females

Programme Title and Provider

New Routes: Wise Group
Shine: SACRO

Details of all Specific national or local scheme/intervention(s) available

‘New Routes’ and ‘Shine’ partnerships, led by Wise Group and Sacro respectively for males and females. Support will include providing practical help with everything from job applications to finding accommodation.

Possible Outcomes

Relationship building, addressing homelessness, supporting tenancies, making links with community agencies to address substance use, mental health and employability.

Process for Assessment and/or inclusion in scheme/intervention

This service is offered in Scottish Prisons to men (new routes) and women (shine) of all ages serving short prison sentences.

Relevant information re. funding for the programme

[Information not specified]
 

Interventions suitable for

Individuals with Asperger Syndrome or High Functioning Autism. Aged 16+ and resident in Lothians or Borders.

Programme Title and Provider

Number 6

Details of all Specific national or local scheme/intervention(s) available

Social Groups, Drop-In facility. One to One short term support. Information and advice

Possible Outcomes

Increase skill set in relation to self-confidence and self-belief. Addressing isolation, build on capacity to form relationship.

Process for Assessment and/or inclusion in scheme/intervention

Self-referral/ whilst on a Community Payback Order.

Relevant information re. funding for the programme

[Information not specified]