L&D services identify people who have mental health, learning disability, substance misuse or other vulnerabilities when they first come into contact with the criminal justice system
“The Liaison and Diversion service is an evolving service that works with vulnerable individuals who have come into contact with the criminal justice system.
We support individuals by diverting them from further offending, empower them to challenge their existing behaviours and guide them into appropriate and effective support.
The service actively identifies vulnerabilities and presenting needs of individuals and from here develops a tailored support plan. We signpost individuals into a range of services that offer support for alcohol and other substance misuse, mental health, domestic abuse, and support around education, work and training.
The service work closely with key partners including West Yorkshire Police, Touchstone and the Bridge Project, we are commissioned and funded by the NHS and have been awarded ‘Best Liaison and Diversion Service’ in the country by the Howard League.
We take pride in supporting vulnerable individuals young or old and will continue to improve our service so we can keep supporting in the most effective way.”
“Having someone believe in you is the boost you need to believe in yourself and that things can change for the better.”
“Thank you so much for all the help and time you give our family.”
“Thank you so much Jim that’s the best conversation I’ve had with anyone so far, and I have spoken to a lot of professionals.”
“The best thing that ever happened to him was getting arrested as he now feels he has the support he has always been asking for.”
“The support was amazing, I don’t think I would have got through the last month without her, she would always get back to me whenever I messaged her.”
“They’ve been a real positive for me and I’m extremely grateful that you set these up for me. Hope your well and once again many thanks for your support.”
“You have been a friendly voice, talking to me & I cant thank you enough.”
“We really do appreciate the help and support your giving us. You’re a super star.”
“Initially when I was offered support I wasn’t sure how it would support me. Liaison and Diversion has been fantastic and helped me engage in other services. When I was in contact with the police the support was invaluable and I cant thank you enough for the guidance you have given me.”
“Thank you so much. I was so lost without your help, couldn’t of got through the past few days without it.”
“I’m actually imaging feeling OK again, it feels like you’re my bit of sunshine today. Thank you so much for your help.”
“Thank you for all your help so far, you have been great. I never expected to get support so quickly.”
“Initially when I was offered support I wasn’t sure how it would support me. Liaison and Diversion has been fantastic and helped me engage in other services. When I was in contact with the police the support was invaluable and I cant thank you enough for the guidance you have given me.”
“Couldn’t have been there enough. Liaison and Diversion was really great, nothing negative to say about him. He really listened to both me and my son. Without him I am not sure what we would have done.”
“We are dealing with lots of different services but by far Jim from Liaison and Diversion has been the best. He has even taught me things about young people today. I didn’t think they had much to worry about but Jim explained the dangers in today’s world for kids, with things like social media.”
“She’s great, really helpful and understanding, she helped me to see things in a more positive light. I have come such a long way in the past few months and that is down to Liaison and Diversion’s help.”
“I would like to say thank you to them for the support they provided to me, I am grateful for all their help and support and I would go to them for help and support in the future.”
“It was a great experience working with them they are always very helpful and it is all positive.”
“My support worker listened to me almost as a friend, never did I feel uncomfortable to talk.”
“Liaison and Diversion have helped me so much and supported me with everything, cant thank them enough.”
“Although I initially didn’t think I needed this support. It has been really supportive and would recommend it.”