CASS+ has been recognised as one of three examples of notable positive practice by His Majesty’s Chief Inspector of Prisons in a report published by HM Inspectorate of Prisons this year. Meeting His Majesty’s Chief Inspector of Prisons In March, members of our team in Exeter and Truro met the inspection team. This was…
Kimberley* has taken responsibility and turned her mistake into an opportunity for growth and change. Yes, it was a big mistake and she went down for 18 months. But, now, she’s back with her family, and in a stable job. We’ve walked alongside Kimberley for 18 years We’ve walked alongside Kimberley for 18 years.…
Corinne joins our team to improve the outcomes for people going through family court. We can help people in Devon and Cornwall who do not qualify for Legal Aid and do not have legal representation. Corinne is here to get them to our people on the ground. Managing enquiries for support through family court…
Peter was at risk of losing everything Before arriving at our door in Exeter, Peter* was at risk of losing everything Like many, since the cost-of-living crisis, Peter has been living in his van. He is allowed to stay on his campsite pitch for only 28 days at a time. Without our support Without…
We’re part of a team improving lives in Plymouth. Working with Improving Lives Plymouth, we’re helping people make a fresh start after prison. Opportunities are limited when you can’t get online for emails, jobs, DWP or the doctor. Certainly, getting online is essential for anyone who wants to make a fresh, positive start. This is…
Wake-up call for Evie Evie volunteered with CASS+ after facing the Magistrates at Exeter Crown and County Court. Her visit to court was a real wake-up call. She now faced a second driving ban, but this time for three years and four months, along with a £750 fine: This was the wake-up call I needed.…
Get help at court Read this and you will discover how you can get help at court. This is a story about how our team supported somebody in crisis at Plymouth Magistrates’ Court. Find out here how it works if you need help at court. Read this message from a client, straight from his heart…
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, she knew that this was something she needed to do herself. Our Coordinator encouraged her with regular phone calls and organised a face-to-face to support her from being very scared to…
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, she has a real passion to help others, especially when it comes to anyone trying to find their way through the Justice System. Shona hasn’t looked back since joining the…
To mark Mental Health Awareness Week, we’ve decided to highlight why many of the people we see have problems with their mental health. What causes mental health problems? Every day, we help people who have experienced many difficulties in life. They need extra help to manage their mental health. In fact, about 75% of…
Nobody should feel alone at court. It’s terrifying to be faced with the possibility of losing everything. This is why we’re here by your side inside the court. We’ll sit down with you and listen, and we’ll think about you and not the crime. We’ll use our extensive knowledge and experience to give you the…