We offer the Integrated Safety Service (ISS) to survivors at risk of abuse from the perpetrator. This includes:
· Current and ex-partners
· New partners who enter a relationship with the perpetrator during the intervention
· Children & family members who have experienced abuse
Support is always offered with safety as the top priority. Engagement with ISS is entirely voluntary — survivors are never required to take part. ISS workers clearly explain the support available, ensuring survivors feel no pressure and understand that their involvement is not a condition for the perpetrator’s participation in the intervention.
What the ISS Offers:
· Support for Partners & Family Members: Assistance for current, ex, and new partners, as well as any affected family members.
· Safety Planning & Risk Management – Supporting individuals with tailored safety plans, risk assessments, and guidance on managing potential harm in relationships, all in line with Respect guidelines.
· Choice & Autonomy: Survivors can engage with ISS on their own terms, with no pressure to participate.
· Guided sign posting helps individuals understand their options, access the right services, and take the first steps with confidence. It’s about walking alongside someone, not just pointing the way.
· Guidance Through the Court System: Support navigating criminal and family courts.
· Emotional Support: Access to therapeutic services tailored to survivors’ needs or an empathetic listening ear via our ISS.
· Community & Justice Coordination: As required collaboration with criminal and civil justice agencies, community members, survivors & other services to close gaps and improve responses to domestic abuse and increase safety.
· Networking & Referrals: Connections to partner organisations for additional resources and specialised care.
The Integrated Safety Service (ISS) works closely with current and former partners to develop and personalise safety plans while providing dedicated support. This ensures that survivors have a voice, someone to stand with them, and a means to assess whether meaningful changes are occurring.
Confidential partner feedback also helps inform perpetrator sessions, ensuring that they remain focused on accountability and behaviour change. All our work is carried out in line with Respect guidelines.