Thanks to the generous support of The Pixel Fund, Safety Net UK has been able to provide specialist Tier 3 therapeutic support for children and young people affected by domestic abuse and sexual abuse across Cumbria.
Over the past year, The Pixel Fund's grant has helped us deliver long-term, trauma-informed support to children and young people experiencing some of the most difficult circumstances. Through specialist therapeutic interventions, young people have been supported to understand their experiences, develop healthy coping strategies and begin recovering from the impact of trauma in a safe and supportive environment.
During the project, 53 children and young people received full therapeutic support, exceeding our original target, while a further 58 parents, carers and siblings also received support where this was appropriate. Across the year, we delivered 926 therapeutic sessions, with an 89% attendance rate, demonstrating the commitment of young people and families to engaging with support.
The impact of the project has been significant. Eighty per cent of children and young people who completed outcome measures recorded a reduction in trauma symptoms, with average trauma scores reducing by around 40% over the course of support. While recovery is rarely a straightforward journey, these outcomes demonstrate the positive difference that specialist, trauma-informed therapy can make to the lives of children and young people affected by abuse.
Demand for our services remains high, with many more children and young people waiting to access support. The Pixel Fund's investment has enabled us to respond to this growing need while helping young people build resilience, improve their emotional wellbeing and move forward with greater confidence.
We are incredibly grateful to The Pixel Fund for supporting this vital work and helping us continue providing specialist therapeutic services for children and young people across Cumbria.
Find out more about Safety Net UK and the support we provide to children, young people and adults affected by domestic abuse and sexual violence by visiting our website: https://safetynetuk.org/