Young adults
The project targets people aged 18-30, offering support at a time when positive opportunities can help shape a different future.
Community. Confidence. A fresh start.
CARE Project
Community Action Plan to Retrain Ex-offenders
Tailored community support in London for people on probation and young adults who have had contact with the criminal justice system. Together, we work towards greater stability and positive alternatives to crime.
Who we support
Early support.
Different possibilities.
CARE focuses on a younger age group and supports people at risk of offending or reoffending. A conviction is not a requirement for the project’s early-intervention focus.
People on probation
Moral support, education and community engagement help people on probation reconnect safely with their communities.
Early intervention
CARE also reaches people who have had any contact with the criminal justice system, even if they have not been convicted.
Support beyond accommodation
A connection to
your community.
CARE is ARK Resettlement Services’ first non-accommodation-based programme. Through activities and community engagement sessions, we provide support that helps people take part in community life.
The focus is on moral support, education, community support and awareness. Rebuilding connections can offer encouragement, a sense of belonging and space to consider new choices.
CARE is not an accommodation programme. If housing is your main concern, explore our separate housing support and talk to us about your circumstances.
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Progress that matters
in everyday life.
Our mission is to increase stability, self-confidence, employment and housing opportunities, helping to end the cycle of reoffending.
Mental wellbeing
We aim for participants to report reduced stress and anxiety, improved mental wellbeing and a greater ability to cope.
Confidence to grow
Building confidence, self-esteem and motivation to succeed helps people recognise their strengths and work towards a positive lifestyle.
Positive behaviour
We aim to reduce the risk of reoffending and encourage safer behaviour in shared spaces, including observing social distancing.
Building stability
Making room for
new opportunities.
Education, employment and a stable place to live can all play a part in successful resettlement. CARE’s goals recognise how closely these practical needs connect with confidence and wellbeing.
Progress can begin with identifying what matters most: feeling more settled, reconnecting with others or considering a new direction. Positive alternatives to crime need to feel meaningful in everyday life.
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Connection through shared activity.
Activities and community engagement sessions are central to CARE. They create opportunities to take part, learn alongside others and rebuild connections beyond the criminal justice system.
Your questions
Understanding
CARE.
If you are considering support for yourself or someone else, speak to us about their circumstances and the project’s suitability.
Do I need a conviction to be considered?
No. CARE’s early-intervention focus includes people who have had contact with the criminal justice system, even without a conviction. The project targets young adults aged 18-30 and supports people on probation.
Does the CARE Project provide accommodation?
CARE is a non-accommodation-based programme. Its support is delivered through activities and community engagement. You can learn about our separate accommodation support on our Housing page.
What does CARE aim to help people achieve?
Our goals include greater stability, confidence and self-esteem, improved mental wellbeing, and better employment and housing opportunities. These goals support safe reintegration into the community and a reduced risk of reoffending.
How can I discuss a referral?
Visit our Contact page to start a conversation about CARE. Tell us you are interested in the project and ask what information is needed before sharing sensitive personal details.
Where can I read about safeguarding?
Our Safeguarding page provides information about safeguarding at ARK Resettlement Services.
Take the next step
Let’s talk about CARE.
Whether you are seeking support or considering a referral, contact ARK Resettlement Services to discuss the project and your next steps.