Family Court Support Service

The Family Court Service also has a children’s worker that can support children and teens in both the city and boroughs of Ashfield, Rushcliffe, Broxtowe, and Gedling, between ages 5-17, who have parents currently going though family court process where domestic abuse is a factor. 

The voice of the child is also important throughout the process and our children’s worker will assist them to talk about their feelings and have their story listened to, to understand they are not to blame, to be taught what a healthy relationship should look like and how to keep safe. We work with children and teens between 6-12 weeks depending on their support needs and situation. The support is on a 1-1 basis that takes place weekly up to an hour in a safe space such as school or a community venue. 

We are unable to support children who remain in the family home with the alleged perpetrator of abuse due to safety reasons. Where there is 50/50 contact staff will risk assess the situation as to whether they can manage the risks. 

External referrals

Please complete the Juno SASS Referral form and DASH and email to the hub [email protected]