Midlothian
DETAILS
Local Authority area:
Midlothian
Primary Courts of relevance:
Edinburgh Sheriff Court and the High Courts
All information provided by:
Midlothian Community Justice Partnership
Midlothian Community Justice Information
Published: 30 November 2021
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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]