Respect guidance for Domestic Abuse Perpetrator Programmes - Covid-19 challenges

All organisations face problems with service delivery, continuity of staffing and the capacity to support and work with clients. 

Within the sector there has been a strong commitment to offer a continuous service to clients, particularly when the social distancing and isolation measures used, will place many couples and families under extreme pressure. 

The guidance document includes recommendations for Domestic Abuse Perpetrator Programmes and Integrated Support Services, so that they continue to offer safe and effective interventions.