The New Start Programme

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:
Referrals
Referrals to New Start services are accepted from all government sectors and community-based agencies. REFERRAL PACKAGE FOR ORANGA TAMARIKI STAFF ONLY.
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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. REFERRAL PACKAGE FOR ORANGA TAMARIKI STAFF ONLY.
Download a pdf file or a word doc
Brochures for Professionals