The Beth Centre is a safe confidential space providing expert support for women at risk of, or affected by the criminal justice system living in Lambeth. They aim to reduce re-offending rates; increase positive family relationships and increase the use of community sentences, rather than custody, for women.
SUPPORT OFFERED
They have full time Case Management Workers with specialisms in substance misuse; release from prison; mental health; exiting prostitution; domestic violence and parenting. Case Managers provide support based on women’s individual needs. This support can be providing advice, advocacy and support around:
SUPPORT OFFERED
They have full time Case Management Workers with specialisms in substance misuse; release from prison; mental health; exiting prostitution; domestic violence and parenting. Case Managers provide support based on women’s individual needs. This support can be providing advice, advocacy and support around:
- Housing
- Welfare Benefits
- Education
- Employment
- Finances
- Substance Misuse
- Health
- Parenting Support
- Court
- Leaving Prison
- Exiting prostitution
They have a Peer Mentoring Co-ordinator who supports a bank of 15 peer mentors. Peer Mentors provide goal orientated support, focusing on increasing the woman’s confidence and independence.
FACILITIES
The centre has a fully furnished one to one assessment space, access to computers and the internet. There is also a comprehensive group workshop timetable, where women can be creative, learn independent living skills and increase positive social networks.
REFERRAL. Lambeth women can self-refer by phoning or attending the drop-in (details below).
