Youth outcomes
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Posting here as the young people's section is a bit quiet. Does anyone have experience of youth outcomes?
And what it means realistically for their lives going forward? My person is under 18 and we're hoping everything is resolved before he's 18.
If that's the case, what things might we expect? We don't know the outcome of the investigation yet so hard to know, but in terms of the various sentences/disposal options - how does it impact your person?
I've read some stories of young people not being allowed in college etc. it's all so worrying.
I can't really get my head around what might happen and what the best and worst most likely outcomes are.
And what it means realistically for their lives going forward? My person is under 18 and we're hoping everything is resolved before he's 18.
If that's the case, what things might we expect? We don't know the outcome of the investigation yet so hard to know, but in terms of the various sentences/disposal options - how does it impact your person?
I've read some stories of young people not being allowed in college etc. it's all so worrying.
I can't really get my head around what might happen and what the best and worst most likely outcomes are.
Hi Starr
Im new here and have been finding everyones comments really helpful. So thank you. Had the knock 5 weeks ago for my teenage son. Over night his life is on hold, so heart breaking.
Im new here and have been finding everyones comments really helpful. So thank you. Had the knock 5 weeks ago for my teenage son. Over night his life is on hold, so heart breaking.
Hi, hope you're okay.
It largely depends on the sentence and whether or not there is a SHPO, which I think can differ depending on the area you live in. It has not been easy for us but we are (fingers crossed) living our new normal and on more of an even keel. It did mean that, following the knock in 2020, my son had to give up his dreams for his future and now lives a very restricted life. He could not attend college any longer, however, I got him involved in various initiatives and volunteering at the foodbank which packed out his cv and would increase his chances of interview for jobs in a case of despite this, this is what he has done.
I did this even whilst RUI. I contacted YJS and requested support pre-CPS decision as he did become NEET and they were able to signpost us. It's also with getting in touch with the LEA who have dedicated departments geared towards mental health support, the good lives model and cv writing etc. We also have a One Stop Shop which provides support.
His first job was just warehouse operative as that is 18+ and means there is no need for disclosure, and we also got him his form lift license through the different initiatives.
Within that job, he has just been promoted to a manager and whilst it wasn't the route he wanted, once his SHPO finishes he will have the chance to rethink if he wants to, or carry on rising up the ranks in his current workplace.
Hope this helps, and happy to answer any questions. He was just turned 16 at the time of the knock and at 6th form doing A'Levels
It largely depends on the sentence and whether or not there is a SHPO, which I think can differ depending on the area you live in. It has not been easy for us but we are (fingers crossed) living our new normal and on more of an even keel. It did mean that, following the knock in 2020, my son had to give up his dreams for his future and now lives a very restricted life. He could not attend college any longer, however, I got him involved in various initiatives and volunteering at the foodbank which packed out his cv and would increase his chances of interview for jobs in a case of despite this, this is what he has done.
I did this even whilst RUI. I contacted YJS and requested support pre-CPS decision as he did become NEET and they were able to signpost us. It's also with getting in touch with the LEA who have dedicated departments geared towards mental health support, the good lives model and cv writing etc. We also have a One Stop Shop which provides support.
His first job was just warehouse operative as that is 18+ and means there is no need for disclosure, and we also got him his form lift license through the different initiatives.
Within that job, he has just been promoted to a manager and whilst it wasn't the route he wanted, once his SHPO finishes he will have the chance to rethink if he wants to, or carry on rising up the ranks in his current workplace.
Hope this helps, and happy to answer any questions. He was just turned 16 at the time of the knock and at 6th form doing A'Levels
Thanks so much SoTired.
It sounds like it's been really tough for you and your son.
But it's great he's making a path for himself despite it all and progressing, which shows real courage and resilience
It's all so sad isn't it? Such heavy restrictions at such a young age..I might message you if that's ok?
It sounds like it's been really tough for you and your son.
But it's great he's making a path for himself despite it all and progressing, which shows real courage and resilience
It's all so sad isn't it? Such heavy restrictions at such a young age..I might message you if that's ok?
Starr - it's a shame no one is using the new group for youths. I tried posting to encourage others but that's not happened.
SoTired - our son is in his first year of college and currently doing A levels. Our knock was just after he turned 16. It seems wrong that your son was not allowed to continue his studies. I'm presuming this depends on severity of case and what he was studying. We are still in dark to exactly how he's linked to iioc and are awaiting devices checking. Our OIC as stated he doesn't want to impact my sons studies and he no longer as any bail conditions. So just a waiting game whilst worrying about my sons mental health.
SoTired - our son is in his first year of college and currently doing A levels. Our knock was just after he turned 16. It seems wrong that your son was not allowed to continue his studies. I'm presuming this depends on severity of case and what he was studying. We are still in dark to exactly how he's linked to iioc and are awaiting devices checking. Our OIC as stated he doesn't want to impact my sons studies and he no longer as any bail conditions. So just a waiting game whilst worrying about my sons mental health.
I don't think there's any rhyme or reason to the restrictions - so I'd be extremely surprised to hear that those prevented from attending college/school/apprenticeships etc were suspected of more serious offending. I think it's just pot luck, as so much is in this nightmare. It's also completely unfair, unjust and entirely counter productive. Education is a recognised protective factor, the youth justice service is supposed to take a child first approach and should therefore prioritise and protect rights to education. It's mind blowing that this doesn't always happen. We seem to be have been lucky this respect up to now but that might change. I'm under no illusion.
It's all so maddening!
Hope you are all getting through the day as best as you can x
It's all so maddening!
Hope you are all getting through the day as best as you can x
Hi Bluebell.
Welcome to fight club... That's what it feels like doesn't it? A crappy club you don't want to be in, prob didn't even know it existed before but now you're here it takes over your life and every waking (and sleeping) moment. But gloriously you must obey rule 1 - don't talk about fight club.
Anyway, welcome to the club, sorry you're here but I'm glad you found us x
Welcome to fight club... That's what it feels like doesn't it? A crappy club you don't want to be in, prob didn't even know it existed before but now you're here it takes over your life and every waking (and sleeping) moment. But gloriously you must obey rule 1 - don't talk about fight club.
Anyway, welcome to the club, sorry you're here but I'm glad you found us x