Children Affected by Parental Imprisonment (CAPI)
This section brings together information, guidance and support services for children and young people affected by parental imprisonment, helping them understand their experiences, access support and stay connected with trusted adults and professionals.
Support for Families Experiencing Parental Imprisonment in Devon and Cornwall
A practical guide for children, families and carers, providing information about the impact of parental imprisonment, advice on talking to children, maintaining family relationships, and accessing local and national support services. Support for families experiencing parental imprisonment in Devon and Cornwall – Children, families and education
Devon Schools Wellbeing Partnership – Children Affected by Parental Imprisonment
A resource for schools and education professionals outlining the impact of parental imprisonment on children’s wellbeing and learning, with signposting to evidence, resources and specialist support services.
Children Affected by Parental Imprisonment – Devon Schools Wellbeing Partnership
Devon Safeguarding Children Partnership – Children Affected by Parental Imprisonment
Professional guidance and resources to help practitioners understand the risks and needs associated with parental imprisonment and support children, young people and families effectively.
https://www.devonscp.org.uk/training-and-resources/guidance/parental-imprisonment/
Supporting families affected by imprisonment with trusted information, practical help and access to local services across Devon and Cornwall.
Further Information
Prisoners’ Families Helpline which provides confidential advice and support for families experiencing imprisonment: https://www.prisonersfamilies.org/
Prison Reform Trust’s Child Impact Assessment Project: https://prisonreformtrust.org.uk/project/women-the-criminal-justice-system/child-impact-assessment-project/
Signposting families affected by imprisonment of a parent or carer to financial support schemes, including the Help with Visits scheme, which supports visitors on low incomes by providing a contribution towards visits costs for close relatives, partners or sole visitors. More information can be found at: Get help with the cost of prison visits – GOV.UK
Support and guidance materials can be accessed through to online guidance, such as: Toolkit – Prison Advice and Care Trust.
Clinks supports voluntary section organisations working in the criminal justice system: Families | Clinks