Outreach Services
Written by: Fiona· 01 August 2023
We believe that transitions are important and the support a woman receives from Elizabeth Fry House should not stop once they move on. We know it can be hard finding your feet in the community once leaving the structure and support of the House, therefore we like to offer ongoing support to all women moving on.
For women moving on to the Reading area, our Outreach Worker will be available to support you by:
– accessing other services
– attending appointments in the community
– finding local activities that interest you
– helping you through challenges
– providing a friendly face to meet for a coffee and chat
Outreach Services are available to ex-residents for approximately six months, although this can differ depending on the individual.
Women moving on outside of the Reading area are offered ongoing telephone contact with our Housing and Link Worker. We know how important it can be to have someone to call when things are not going well – or you are facing a problem or difficult situation and want to talk to someone you know. It goes without saying that we also love to hear from women when things are going well as well!
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23 April 2024
Emily’s Story
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Emily moved on from the Approved Premises in 2022. She continues to receive support from the Charity’s Outreach Worker. Emily’s Story Emily has diagnosed neurodivergence and leads a solitary lifestyle, leading to significant social isolation. She chooses to spend her evenings crocheting, a skill she learnt during her long prison sentence, and an activity she […]
4 April 2024
Kerry’s Story
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In this article Kerry, a resident of Elizabeth Fry House talks about the benefits of having a specialist Housing Worker employed by the Charity. Emma’s role is to support residents to identify suitable and safe move on accommodation. Kerry had served a lengthy prison sentence prior to being released to Elizabeth Fry House. She describes […]
9 February 2024
Peer Mentor Leads Creative Writing Sessions
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At Elizabeth Fry House we believe in the importance of self-expression and encourage residents to explore different ways of achieving this.
Earlier this week Luke (he/his), an ex-resident of Elizabeth Fry House who now volunteers for the Charity as a mentor led a session on Creative Writing.