These pages show the different programmes and ways to get help if you're a professional dealing with a domestic abuse case in Dorset. It tells you:

• about the programmes and how to refer someone on to them
• how these programmes connect with other agencies to help people facing domestic abuse
• where to find more help for people involved in domestic abuse

This list doesn't replace the responsibilities of individual agencies or workers for keeping people safe from harm. Always talk to your manager or the leaders of your agency if you're dealing with domestic abuse cases. This list is just to give you information.

This list is managed by the BCP Community Safety Partnership and the Domestic Abuse Strategic Group.

Programmes and interventions

• Project CARA - Conditional Cautioning and Relationship Abuse
• UP2U Family Practice Model
• UP2U Creating Healthy Relationships
• Choose 2 Change
• Time to Change
• Probation Services
• Restorative Justice Dorset

High-risk multi-agency process for people experiencing domestic abuse

The Multi Agency Risk Assessment Conference (MARAC) is a local victim focused meeting involving several agencies, where victims at the highest risk of harm are discussed. Professionals can refer into MARAC with a risk assessment.

Safeguarding

Tell us if you are:

• worried about a child
• worried about an adult at risk

Further information on the support available

• our list of organisations who can help with domestic abuse
• Dorset Police guidance on who can help with domestic abuse
• Respect