ARREST REFERRAL SCHEME

About the scheme:
1. The scheme is provided by WGCADA in partnership with the Police, Probation Service, Social Services and the Local Health Authority.

2. Focused on the point of entry to the criminal justice system, the scheme aims to target problem alcohol and/or drug using arrestees and refer them to appropriate treatment. The main objective of the scheme is to help alcohol and/or drug users break their cycle of substance misuse and crime as early as possible.

Who is the scheme suitable for?
The scheme is funded to provide support to persons aged 18+ whose substance misuse is chaotic and directly related to their offending. However, the Arrest Referral workers are flexible in their approach and will support persons under the age of 18.

Support Services:
The Arrest Referral scheme provides support and/or treatment for alcohol and/or drug users at or shortly after the point of arrest. This service also provides support for the families of problem users as well as the community.

Next Step:
Referrals can be requested via the police, probation, solicitors, & CARAT workers.

For more information contact one of WGCADA's Arrest Referral workers at the relevant office.