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The New Start Programme

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New Start is a programme for repeat offenders parenting a child under the age of 6 months, or pregnant.

Acceptance criteria
New Start accepts clients with the following criteria:
  • A parent with at least one criminal conviction within the previous 2 years.
  • Currently parenting a child (or children) under the age of 6 months, or is pregnant (post 24 weeks).
  • If the offending parent is in prison, he/she is within 4 months of release.
  • Living in the Christchurch district.
  • Willing to work with a Social Worker in their own home.
  • Willing to make a commitment to their children and to creating a safe home environment for them.

Referrals
Referrals to New Start services are accepted from all government sectors and community-based agencies.
  • Information Brochure for Clients
  • New Start Referral Letter
  • Referral form and Risk screen 
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Brochures for Professionals
  • New Start and Safer Families Brochure
  • The Too Hard Basket - the Work of the Family Help Trust

Breaking the cycle for New Zealand Children

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  • Home
  • About
    • About Us
    • Strategic Plan
    • Annual Report
    • Resources
    • Background
    • Our History
    • Sponsors
    • Our Team
  • Services
    • Our Services
    • HIPPY
    • Mana Ake
    • New Start
    • Safer Families
    • Referrals
  • What's New
  • Help Us
  • Contact