Support and Information for Prisoners' Families

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Families Outside Bulletins

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Support & Info Helpline Statistics

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Annual Report 2010/2011

Working Together
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Families Outside Publication List

A list of all the publications and reserach papers prodiced by Families Outside.
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In Brief 6

Produced in October 2011, this edition looks at how individual support for families of prisoners continues to show benefits and demonstrates the value of family support work.
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Children of Imprisoned Parents

Summarises long-term research into the needs of and responses to children of prisoners in four European countries.
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At Court

At Court provides information and answers the some of the questions families may have when a relative or friend has been sent to prison.
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Family Support Work (Lothian and Borders) Review of Second Year

Review of the second year's work (2009/10) of the Family Support Worker in Lothian & Borders.
Format: Word (read only)

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Family Support Work (Routes Out Of Prison) Review of Second Year

Review of the second year's work (2009/10) of the Family Support Coordinator for the Routes Out Of Prison project (ROOP).
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Child Impact Statements - Stage 2

Perspectives of children and young people with a parent in prison.  Report by Tania Loureiro on behalf of SCCYP and Families Outside.
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Family Justice (USA)

Strength Based, Family-Focused Practice: A Clinical Guide from Family Justice
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In Brief 5

Produced in March 2010, this edition looks at the ongoing debate surrounding prison visitors' centres in Scotland.
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What's The Story? - Jenny's Journey

What happens when a relative is sent to prison - a resource for children & young people 11+ years of age.
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Honest? - Emma's Story

What happens when a relative is sent to prison - a resource for children under 11 years of age.
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Families Outside Training Synposis

Synopsis of the training given by Families Outside.
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Conference 2009 The Final Report

Step by Step
Key Stages for Families Affected by Imprisonment Families Outside Conference Report
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Child Impact Statements - Stage 1

A report looking into the use of Child Impact Statements in Court by Tania Loureiro, Leonardo da Vinci fellow on behalf of Families Outside.
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In Brief 4

Produced in February 2009, this edition looks at the support and information for children affected by imprisonment giving an overview of the impact of imprisonment on children and the support they need.
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Extended Home Leave

Extended Home Leave is a short period of temporary release from prison for up to seven nights per month (translations available from Families Outside and the Scottish Government).
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Edinburgh Prison Visitors’ Centre Survey

A survey of visitors and staff at the Edinburgh Prison Visitors' Centre carried out in January 2009 by Families Outside on behalf of the Robertson Trust.
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In Brief 3

Produced in November 2006, this edition looks into three innovative projects that support families affected by imprisonment and reviews the lessons learned.
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In Brief 2

Produced in May 2006, this edition follows on from the launch of the "It's No Holiday" DVD material which gives an overview of the experiences of young people affected by imprisonment.
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In Brief 1

Produced in March 2005, this edition gives an overview of the impact of imprisonment on families. For a full literature review, click on one of the following two links:
- Prison Without Bars
- Prison Without Bars (The Executive Summary)
The Tayside Family Project is a survey on families needs.
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'Teenagers with a Family Member in Prison'

Funded by Diana Princess of Wales Memorial Fund
The full report is available by clicking here
A summary of the report is available to download below.
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