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Changing Ends
Early help and mentoring for young people aged 8–17.
Age
8–17
Support
1:1 & small groups
Participation
Voluntary
Route
Referral
About the programme
Changing Ends
Changing Ends provides early intervention and mentoring for young people who may be showing early indicators of anti-social behaviour, low-level risk-taking or escalating disruptive behaviour.
Discuss a Changing Ends referral →How support works
Early intervention before issues escalate.
Support can include one-to-one mentoring, small group work and community-based activity, with the aim of understanding the causes behind behaviour and building confidence, resilience and positive relationships.
Referrals
A targeted support programme.
Changing Ends is a targeted prevention programme. Referrals are assessed against the programme criteria, incomplete referrals cannot be accepted, and explicit parent or carer consent is required before support begins.
Changing Ends FAQs
Good to know before you start.
Quick answers to the questions we are most often asked about this programme.
What is Changing Ends?
Changing Ends is an early-intervention and mentoring programme for young people who may be showing early signs of anti-social behaviour, risk-taking or escalating difficulties.
What age group can be supported?
The programme supports young people aged 8–17.
What kind of support is available?
Support can include one-to-one mentoring, small group work and community-based activities, depending on the young person’s needs.
Is consent required?
Yes. Appropriate consent is required before programme support begins.
How do I discuss a referral?
Use the Changing Ends contact option on this page to discuss suitability with the team.
Support to take part
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Safeguarding contacts →Accrington Stanley Community Trust
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