Children in Refuge
“The refuge is a calm and safe environment for children to live in. We have playrooms for younger children and separate spaces for older children – both with a variety of toys, computers and games for their relaxation and to do their homework. We also have outdoor play areas for children to explore.”
Our Children and Young Persons Practitioners provide a wide variety of therapeutic play sessions for children of all ages and at different times of the day so that all children can enjoy these activities. Play sessions may be on a one-to-one basis or in small groups, depending on what is most appropriate for the children; giving you the opportunity to rest, seek support from your worker(s), go to meetings, etc.
Children and Young Persons Practitioners can help you:
Establish new routines such as bedtime, meal times, and getting ready for school
Access support around children’s development and behaviour, referring children to further support services such as Door 43 and Haven
Find a new school for your child or children
Establish safe contact arrangements, support you in court proceedings, and advocate for you in children’s safeguarding meetings.
We work with schools and nurseries, health visitors, GPs, speech and language specialists, social workers and any other professionals to ensure the best outcomes for the children and young people whilst they are in the refuge, helping them to prepare for life after moving on to their new homes.
We want the children and young people in refuge to have fun and access to a wide range of opportunities and experiences. Children and Young Persons Practitioners will arrange for exciting activities during play sessions and will also help plan days out, parties, cooking and baking activities and enrichment visits. Previous activities have included circus skills workshops, animal handling sessions, and visits from entertainers.
Art and Play at our Refuge Centres
Contact Us
Springtime Lodge: 0114 236 6423
Jane Ashton House: 0114 244 6573
mail@sheffieldwomensaid.org.uk