Request/suggestion: new area(s) of forum
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Hi to LFF moderators and all viewers/users of the Forum - sending strength and serenity as ever.
Welcome others' views and thoughts - I would like to suggest the addition of a new main area of the forum (in addition to the existing six), focussed on navigating the stage of all *this* after sentencing and beyond - whatever that looks like for each of us. Suggestions for title include e.g.
- Life after sentencing and beyond
- Building back on the other side
- Navigating the 'new normal'
Would others find that a beneficial space? Input on title also welcome.
Thanks!
Welcome others' views and thoughts - I would like to suggest the addition of a new main area of the forum (in addition to the existing six), focussed on navigating the stage of all *this* after sentencing and beyond - whatever that looks like for each of us. Suggestions for title include e.g.
- Life after sentencing and beyond
- Building back on the other side
- Navigating the 'new normal'
Would others find that a beneficial space? Input on title also welcome.
Thanks!
Yes . I agree. I home into anything regarding a loved one in custody, having so many unanswered questions.
covering this area would be very helpful.....
'MOVING FORWARD'.........
covering this area would be very helpful.....
'MOVING FORWARD'.........
Great idea. Most post under General Discussion and there is real mix of topic discussions. Topics broken down into stages of this journey to conclusion and beyond will be easier to search and navigate.
Thank you, Smile, and I think 'Moving forward' is an excellent suggestion, as it is applicable to whatever 'moving forward' involves and entails in each unique and invidual set of circumstances, regardless of stage of the 'journey'.
Hope others share their views on this suggestion too!
Hope others share their views on this suggestion too!
I like the titles but you have to wonder if anyone would post in them seeing as 99% of posts go on the discussion thread currently xx
I think this is a great idea. I didn't join the forum until sentencing. I thought I'd feel relieved when it was over but actually felt completely flat once sentencing was done. Joining the forum helped me realise that I wasn't alone in the way I was feeling and the support I received was so helpful.
I agree that most people post in the discussion category but I do make sure I read through all categories.
I agree that most people post in the discussion category but I do make sure I read through all categories.
I think that's an excellent suggestion x
If there's a consensus that this new area would be beneficial, perhaps 'Moving forward after sentencing'
Hiya Tatters.
Good idea hun.
We are moving forward after sentencing. We are 18 months the other side and just taking each day as it comes. Xx
Good idea hun.
We are moving forward after sentencing. We are 18 months the other side and just taking each day as it comes. Xx
I would like this very much. It would also be nice to see more activity in all areas of the forum.
I think this is a brilliant idea we are now 9 months post sentencing and slowly becoming used to the new normal-hearing how others are coping and advice would be really helpful
I'm no where near there but I think it's a good idea and I'd welcome the space to see posts about what life afterwards looks like. The strength and resilience here, helps me so much.
I think this would be a great idea & most appreciated. My person is currently in prison & knowing what is to come is so daunting. Xx
It's at great idea. I was naive enough to think we were over the worst once sentencing happened. But I'm overwhelmed with the issues we having to deal with now x
Dear InTatters and other forum users,
We read this thread with great interest and think that the suggestion being made about the introduction of a ‘moving forward after sentencing’ section is great, and one we will give serious consideration to. We were wondering whether there is any specific information in relation to this subject that would be helpful to see on the main website e.g. would a loves one’s account of life after sentence be helpful? Are there any particular activities, lifestyle changes, resources, organisations etc. that people have found useful with moving forward, which should be shared? If you have any ideas for this then we can put you in touch with the website team so that you can discuss it further with them. If you are interested, then please contact us at forum@lucyfaithfull.org.uk.
Kind regards,
The Forum Team
We read this thread with great interest and think that the suggestion being made about the introduction of a ‘moving forward after sentencing’ section is great, and one we will give serious consideration to. We were wondering whether there is any specific information in relation to this subject that would be helpful to see on the main website e.g. would a loves one’s account of life after sentence be helpful? Are there any particular activities, lifestyle changes, resources, organisations etc. that people have found useful with moving forward, which should be shared? If you have any ideas for this then we can put you in touch with the website team so that you can discuss it further with them. If you are interested, then please contact us at forum@lucyfaithfull.org.uk.
Kind regards,
The Forum Team
LFF, the thread started today Our journey from the start til today is the type of content that would sit will in my suggested new area 'Moving forward' will look different for people (whether standing by the person in their life, not standing by them, positive experiences, challenging experiences, practical information, managing emotional aspects etc...). Waiting for sentencing in this hideous life event is a unique form of torture.
Sentencing (whatever the outcome) is not the end, but it is the beginning of the end....
Sentencing (whatever the outcome) is not the end, but it is the beginning of the end....
LFF, the thread started today Our journey from the start til today is the type of content that would sit will in my suggested new area 'Moving forward' will look different for people (custodial/community sentence, whether standing by the person in their life, not standing by them, positive experiences, challenging experiences, practical information, managing emotional aspects etc...). Waiting for sentencing in this hideous life event is a unique form of torture.
Sentencing (whatever the outcome) is not the end, but it is the beginning of the end....
Sentencing (whatever the outcome) is not the end, but it is the beginning of the end....
I also think this would be a helpful section. My experience to date has been supporting someone in prison and trying to find information related to support he should receive and the different assessments that are completed and how and who use these - As far as I am aware my person has only had a OASys report but it's not clear how this should be used.
Other examples where I think it would be helpful to have more information on would be the role of the prison offender manager, community offender manager etc.
What the Offender should expect whilst in prision for example a sentencing plan (and what this may look like) and a key worker.
The different types of prision - There are VP wings in prision but also SO prision.
What should happen in preparation for release.
There is a lot that I still don't know about - Living life of the SOR and with a SHPO. Applying to get the SHPO removed. Living life on license.
Help with employment and housing in release, perhaps information on other charities that might be able to help and support offenders and their families through a prison sentence - PACT, Partners of Prision.
I would be happy to join a call to discuss ideas.
Other examples where I think it would be helpful to have more information on would be the role of the prison offender manager, community offender manager etc.
What the Offender should expect whilst in prision for example a sentencing plan (and what this may look like) and a key worker.
The different types of prision - There are VP wings in prision but also SO prision.
What should happen in preparation for release.
There is a lot that I still don't know about - Living life of the SOR and with a SHPO. Applying to get the SHPO removed. Living life on license.
Help with employment and housing in release, perhaps information on other charities that might be able to help and support offenders and their families through a prison sentence - PACT, Partners of Prision.
I would be happy to join a call to discuss ideas.
So many great ideas ladies xx
I agree with all the topics raised, deffinatly more information on prison and after x
I agree with all the topics raised, deffinatly more information on prison and after x
Reading others' comments, perhaps there is scope for two new areas:
1) Moving forward after sentencing
2) Custodial sentence - practicalities and personal experience (suggested titles welcome!)
Thanks all!
1) Moving forward after sentencing
2) Custodial sentence - practicalities and personal experience (suggested titles welcome!)
Thanks all!
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Living with loved ones in prison x
Thanks Upset, while of course many people who commit these offences are still loved by those around them, I think perhaps it's best to avoid the term 'loved one'. As we know from participants of this forum, the perpetrator is not necessarily always still 'loved' by impacted family and friends. However these impacted people still experience significant repercussions and can and will benefit from the support and experience shared here. In general, perhaps a more neutral term, e.g. 'person in your life' is more universally applicable. Although there are of course lots of 'loved ones' too.
How about: Prison: life on the outside with a person inside
How about: Prison: life on the outside with a person inside
InTatters x
Totally understand x and definitely the right title x there is no right or wrong in what each choose to do, but having a broader understanding of prison is paramount xx
Totally understand x and definitely the right title x there is no right or wrong in what each choose to do, but having a broader understanding of prison is paramount xx