Visiting the Ministry of Justice
The Ministry of Justice has enabled us to extend our advice and support into family courts in Exeter, Newton Abbot, Plymouth, Bodmin and Truro…
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CASS+ and the Devon Family Bench
CASS+ and the Devon Family Bench CASS+ is working with the Devon Family Bench. It was an honour to speak to 60 magistrates and…
Here for families going through the Justice System
CASS+ is here for families going through the Justice System. However, many would not be going to court if they had been given the…
Celebrating the work of our communications intern
We’re celebrating the work of our first communications intern, Yousef. CASS+ is keen to support all young volunteers, interns and placements from social work,…
ASDA champions community
Asda champions community Asda is making a huge difference across the UK. For the last 10 years, each large Asda store has had its…
Volunteers put their degrees into practice
Volunteers at CASSPLUS put their degrees into practice. Amy-Jane applies her Psychotherapy and Counselling skills Amy-Jane is studying for a BSc in Psychotherapy and…
We are hiring
We are hiring a Coordinator at Exeter Crown Court You will be joining our team at a very exciting time of growth. Our ultimate…
National Lottery Community Fund transforms lives
The National Lottery Community Fund has supported CASS+ in Newton Abbot Magistrate’s Court. Thanks to The National Lottery Community Fund, our Newton Abbot site…
Elizabeth bounces back
Elizabeth bounces back The CASS+ number was Elizabeth’s lifeline as she left her local police station. When the Police Officer offered to call us,…
CASS+ newbie joins team at Newton Abbot
Meet Shona, the CASS+ newbie at Newton Abbot Magistrates’ Court Shona’s extensive experience as an Appropriate Adult is proving invaluable. On top of this,…
Volunteer Zac at the coalface in Truro
Catch up with volunteer Zac in Truro. We caught up with volunteer Zac who is working hard at at the coalface inside Truro Magistrates’…
Changing Futures Plymouth
Changing Futures Plymouth CASS+ is one of eight organisations offering mentoring in a new Executive Mentoring Scheme from Changing Futures Plymouth. As a result,…
Student police officer Luke learns loads
‘CASS+ is a cause that should be implemented nationally.’ Devon and Cornwall Police are now working closely with CASS+ to ensure vital training for…
Extra boost for Family Courts
Families going through courts in Devon and Cornwall are set to get an extra boost. We are one of 59 frontline organisations selected by…
Vacancy for Monitoring & Evaluation Officer
We are hiring an experienced Monitoring and Evaluation Officer who can help us report our impact to funders more effectively and efficiently. This is…
Vacancy for Assistant Coordinator
We are hiring We’re looking for a compassionate and empathetic Assistant Coordinator who shares our drive to reduce the risk of re-offending. You will…
Running is the path to recovery
Running is the path to recovery for John. We caught up with John who came through our door at Newton Abbot Magistrates’ Court last…
An interview with Patrick at Plymouth Magistrates’ Court
‘Continuously locking people up without actually supporting them achieves absolutely nothing.’ Our Communications Officer interviewed Peer Researcher, Patrick at Plymouth Magistrates’ Court where he…
Prison awareness training
Understanding prison from the inside out Prison awareness training is very important for our team. This is how we learn what it’s like for…
How to set up advice & support at court
We have been named as a flagship service in a new guide published by the Centre for Justice Innovation. We’ve been working with the…
From fashion to the force
Former fashion student Emily is all about making a difference Emily Wood, Police Officer in training, has worked alongside our team in Truro for…
Volunteer Rachel gets ready for a life in law
Rachel has a degree in history from Oxford Brookes and an MA in Law from the University of Bristol. With volunteering and charity work…
Volunteering at Plymouth Magistrates’ Court
Kimberley has been volunteering with CASS+ at Plymouth Magistrates’ Court where she supports people going through the criminal justice system. She’s gaining valuable experience…
Going the extra mile for mental health
To mark Mental Health Awareness Week, we’ve decided to highlight why many of the people we see have problems with their mental health. …
No goodbyes for Natalie
Social Work student Natalie has so enjoyed her internship with the Truro team that she plans to volunteer through her summer break. Learning by…
Building a better future for lives affected by crime
According to Home Office research, criminal behaviour costs the UK around £60 billion every year. The economic and social cost of re-offending in England…
Social worker intern gains valuable experience
Sheridan is in her second year of a degree in Social Work at the University of Plymouth. Her 70-day placement with CASS+ started in…
Volunteering fast-tracks graduates
CASS+ has been the perfect stepping stone for criminology graduate Alicia. Alicia heard about CASS+ on Indeed and joined our team as a volunteer…
Ellie celebrates a year of volunteering
Ellie is a second year BSc (Hons) Criminology student at the University of Plymouth. A degree in Criminology can lead to work in the…