Out Of Court Disposals

Locations available	Service				Description	Referral process	Accessibility				Cost
Drugs/Alcohol/ Violence related
Across the West Mids	Cranstoun & Swanswell - ARVO				For offenders who commit low level violent offences (verbal or physical) when under the influence of alcohol (eg D&D, Public Order, Criminal Damage, Common Assault). Not suitable for dependant drinkers. Addresses drinking habits and how alcohol can lead to aggressive behaviour. Consists of 1/2 hour initial assessment, then four 1 hour evening sessions over two weeks (two in one day) and an exit assessment (takes place at last session or over phone).	Can be referred as part of Conditional Caution or Community Resolution Access booking portal at https://swanswell.simplybook.it/index/about to book initial assessment. Provider will supply subsequent course dates. Phone: 0121 553 1333 Email: wmpenquiries@cranstoun.org.uk.cjsm	Translators available for non-English speakers. Not suitable for individuals with severe mental health issues or severe learning disabilities. Provider will assess and make alternative referral if unsuitable for course.				Free
Across the West Mids	Aquarius - ADAIS				For offenders who commit low level domestic abuse which is related to or triggered by alcohol. Not suitable for dependent drinkers. Addresses drinking habits and abusive behaviour using motivational interviewing. For low severity and either standard or medium risk offences against an intimate partner (current or ex) and wider family. Consists of 1 hour initial assessment, then six 2 hour evening sessions over six weeks and an exit assessment (takes place at last session or over phone). Wrap around victim support available from the provider.	Can be referred as part of Community Resolution or on a voluntary basis. Victim and offender must consent Referrals can be made via the booking portal: http://www.adais-booking.org.uk/ Password: aquarius123 Phone: 0300 4564 299	Translators available for non-English speakers. Not suitable for individuals with severe mental health issues or severe learning disabilities. Provider will assess and make alternative referral if unsuitable for course.				Free
Across the West Mids	The Hampton Trust - CARA				For offenders who commit low level domestic abuse against intimate partners (current or ex). Proven success in reducing reoffending when run in Hampshire. Standard to medium risk and low severity. Consists of two Saturday sessions (10 – 3) which take place 4 – 5 weeks apart.	Can only be referred as part of Community Resolution. Any English speaking individual must be randomised to check whether can be referred. This can be done here: https://cct.sp.wmpad.local/SitePages/Home.aspx (select ‘CARA Randomiser’). If successful a course can be booked through online calendar accessed through above link. Phone: 02380 001 061 or 02380 009 898	Not suitable for individuals with severe mental health issues or severe learning disabilities. Course can be delivered in the following languages: English, Polish and Punjabi.				Free
Wolverhampton	Recovery Near You				Substance misuse service	Referrals Phone: 01902 444030 Email: talktous@recoverynearyou.org.uk	Accept voluntary referrals
Sandwell	Cranston IRIS & Swanswell				Substance misuse service	Referrals Phone: 01215 531333 Email: sandwellreferrals@irispartnership.org.uk	Accept voluntary referrals
Dudley	Atlantic House Recovery				Substance misuse service	Referrals Phone: 01384 426120	Accept voluntary referrals
Solihull	The Bridge				Substance misuse service	Referrals Email: MG14 to Solihull_arw@west-midlands.pnn.police.uk	Accept voluntary referrals
Walsall	The Beacon				Drugs and Alcohol recovery services	Referrals Phone: 01922 669840 Email: thebeacon.walsall@cri.cjsm.new	Accept voluntary referrals
Birmingham	Kik it				Support adults and Young people with substance misuse	Referrals Email: referrals@kikitproject.org	Accept voluntary referrals
Coventry	Change Grow Live				Support with substance misuse	Referrals Phone: 02476 010241 Email: MG14 to coventry.referrals@cgl.cjsm.net and CC charlene.warren@cgl.org.uk
Birmingham	Citizen Coaching				Anger management course	Referrals Phone: 01213 147075 Email: hello@citizencoaching.com	Accept voluntary referrals				£97
Across the West Midlands	Change Birmingham Brief Therapy				Anger Management	Referrals https://changebrieftherapy.org/referral-form					Free service if score 8 or above on the GAD-7 (Anxiety) and/or 10 or above on PHQ-9 (Depression) If do not meet above criteria, £10 donation required.
Sandwell	NHS Primary Care				Managing Anger and Frustration	TREATMENT/SUPPORT. Eight week course containing a 3 hour session per week. Self help group work around managing anger and frustration. Referrals Phone: 0303 033 9903 Email: confidenceandwellbeingteam@nhs.net	Not available for non-English speakers or individuals with learning disabilities at present. The referee needs to either reside in Sandwell, be registered to a Sandwell GP or work within the Sandwell area. (Although call to discuss if this does not apply). Persons need to be 18+ years old.
Attitudes/Thinking/ Behavior
Across the West Mids	Victim Support - VAC			The Victim Awareness Course is a short rehabilitative course for individuals who have committed low level offences such as theft, criminal damage, public order and minor assault. The VAC is designed to contribute to a reduction in reoffending by improving attitudes and thinking towards crime. The VAC aims to increase victim empathy by placing the voice of the victim at the heart of the course. The course covers values around crime, gains and consequences of crime, the impact of crime on victims, responsibility and choice. It helps people understand the impact of their behaviour and allows them to identify alternative choices they can make in the future. 3 hour course		Can only be referred as part of a conditional caution or community resolution. If you would like more information on the course and how to make a referral please contact your local PIPT: Perry Barr 845 6070 Eastern 831 3299 Western 815 6094 PIPT Duty Mobile 07393 142164		Suitable for individuals aged 18+ Please also refer to our guidance on the suitability of VAC			£60 (£75 as of Aril 2019) paid in full by attendees to Victim Support, any surplus money is reinvested back into the charity
Across the West Mids	Rise & Victim Support - Consider (Inappropriate sexual behaviours)			To raise awareness of inappropriate sexual behaviours To give participants an increased awareness of the effects of inappropriate sexual behaviours on others To help participants identify and manage risky behaviours and recognise warning signs Single session (3 hr workshop) For offences such as: Non-DA harassment of a sexual nature (ie cat calling, workplace sexual harassment, unwanted emails etc) Mal comms Sexting Revenge porn Outrage public decency Indecent exposure incl. urinating in public Unwanted touching/groping Inappropriate sexual conversations or behaviour (including via electronic communications)		Follow the Conditional Caution or Community Resolution process, stipulating ‘Consider’ as a requirement (see pre-filled forms) Email referral form to nj_project@west-midlands.pnn.police.uk We will compile and send register to Drivetech who will contact the offenders, scheduling attendance and securing payment. We’ll update following breach/completion		Suitable for: Adult males aged 18+ Low severity and standard to medium risk No significant prior history of sexual offences First time or early offenders, who do not have an entrenched history of inappropriate behaviour Victim consents Not suitable for: Harassment of an ex-partner An offence where a level of grooming has taken place Sexual offences involving penetration, force, coercion or rape Stalking behaviours Any offence connected to domestic abuse or intimate partners Vulnerable victims			£85 fee to attend (payable in instalments)
Female Offenders only
West Bromwich and Dudley (only available to Sandwell and Dudley residents)		Sandwell Women’s Aid – New Chance			The New Chance Project can be offered both as an out of court disposal and on a voluntary basis. New Chance is a specialist project for women in Sandwell and Dudley. New Chance is run by BCWA, a regional charity which supports women with a variety of needs across the Black Country. We are here to support you to overcome difficulties and move forward in your life. It doesn’t matter what your problems are, we are here to help.	Email to request a referral form. Return referral forms via secure email newchance.referrals@sandwellwa.cjsm.net Call the New Chance Early Intervention Worker on 0121 553 0090 for any queries.	The New Chance Project can be offered both as an out of court disposal and on a voluntary basis. The project can be offered to any woman who has been arrested and who the police identify as someone who may benefit from support in order to prevent reoffending as long as they are: Over the age of 18 Residents of Sandwell or Dudley Suitable for an out of court disposal or agree to receive support on a voluntary basis The project is funded by the West Midlands Police and Crime Commissioner and is free to access.
Birmingham, Solihull		Anawim			Women only over 18	To make a referral call: 01214 405296 Email: referrals@anawim.co.uk	Also accept voluntary referrals			Free
Education/Training/Employment
Across the West Mids			ESOL		Provision for non-English speaking offenders. These courses will be geared towards employment but also contain some necessary life skills modules	COVENTRY Call: 02476 787978 WALSALL Call: 01922 657000 SANDWELL Call: 01215 570837 BIRMINGHAM Call: 01213 031649 WOLVERHAMPTON Call: 01902 558340 DUDLEY Email: Nimita.Amayreh@dudleycol.ac.uk					Free
Across the West Mids			Fircroft College of Adult Education		Visit the website in order to see what courses are available http://fircroft.ac.uk	Call: 01214 720116					See website for course cost
Coventry			Job Shop		Support for 16-25 year olds.	Referrals: Provide the address: 1 Bull Yard, City Centre, Coventry. Phone: 02476 785740
Finance/Benefit/Debt
Wolverhampton			St Georges Hub		Support with benefits and debt assistance	Call: 01902 420536 info@st-georges-house.org.uk
Walsall			Ablewell Advice Services		Support around finance, benefit and debt	Call: 01922 639700 info@ablewelladvice.org			Accept voluntary referrals
Solihull			Citizens Advice Bureau			Call: 01217 886527 MG14 emailed to chelmsley@casb.org.uk			Accept voluntary referrals
Birmingham			Aquarius Gambling		Support with gambling	Referrals: Phone: 01216 228181
Mental and Physical Health
Coventry, Birmingham, Dudley & Sandwell			MIND		Support with mental health	Coventry Call: 02746 229988 pathways@cwmind.org.uk Birmingham Call: 01212 623555 wellbeing@birminghammind.org Dudley Call: 01384 442938 enquiries@dudleymind.org.uk Sandwell Call: 01215 658344 Mary.Hannibal@kaleidoscopeplus.org.uk			Accept voluntary referrals For residents of Sandwell only
Solihull			IAPT		Mental health care services - stress, anger management, low mood, anxiety & depression	Referrals MG14 to cwp-tr.iapt@nhs.net Call: 02476 671090
Birmingham			Carrs Lane Counselling		Low cost counselling service for adults	Referrals Call: 01216 436363 counselling@carrslane.co.uk
Foreign National Offenders
Coventry			CMRC			Referrals Provide suspect with address: Norton House, Bird Street, Coventry. Follow up checks with the Centre (manager Debbie Moss) on tel: 02476 527115 or 02476 227254

Out Of Court Disposals

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