The Diversion Support Team's main aim is to support young people aged 10 - 17 who are having difficulties and have been in contact with the police. They will listen to their needs and work with them to support them to create a positive future by finding positive activities.
How to contact
Where to go
Available throughout the District of East Cambs
What to expect:
Referrals are accepted from a range of professionals, and families can also self refer into this service. To refer yourself or someone else please email the team with the name, date of birth and contact details.
Once referred, one of diversion support workers will make contact to arrange to meet face-to-face. They will see what the needs of the young person are and then typically have around 6 sessions, however this is flexible.
More information:
The Diversion Support Team (DST) is a new team within the Youth Justice Service in Cambridgeshire County Council. Their main aim is to support young people who have recently been in trouble with the police to find positive activities. They aim to listen to your needs and support you to create a positive future – by finding, with you, the next steps of your journey.
The team carry out targeted work on a range of issues, such as dealing with emotions, positive decision-making, and personal goals. They can help children and young people with issues at school such as attendance, behaviour, or being at risk of exclusion. They can also support with home life, friends and relationships issues, or issues that have happened whilst being out with their friends in the community.
Positive activities include:
- Days out
- Sports activities like boxing
- Free gym sessions
- Vouchers for taking part in events
- Chances to win vouchers for shops like JD Sports
- Training and skills development for the future such as first aid and barista training
This is a free service.
How to contact
Where to go
Available throughout the District of East Cambs
