NDC funding has been additional to the usual money that funds services across the city. This means it has often been used on experimental and innovative methods. In this section we highlight case studies from a selection of the projects that have been funded.
This section will be added to over the coming months, so do check back regularly!
Family Link
Family Link works with families with children aged five to eleven years and offers support at an early stage, before any issues become complex and reach crisis point. The following three case studies detail some of the work and it's outcomes. Click here for Case Study 1 [Word 27.5KB]. Click here for case study 2 [Word 28.5KB]. Click here for case study 3 [Word 32KB].
Whitehawk Inn: Learner's Journeys
The Whitehawk Inn Training Centre provides a vital link between adult education and training and finding employment. The case studies, by the University of Brighton, detail the learning journey of eight learners; some of the difficulties in their lives and their experience of learning as adults. Click here for a summary of the case studies . For a hard copy of the full report please click here to contact Frances Duncan at The Whitehawk Inn.
Early link
Earlylink is an innovative multi agency involvement project that aims to provide universal early intervention in a way that families will value and trust. It combines home visiting, group work and other forms of outreach. The case study outlines how support from the Earlylink has led to a reduction in stress and isolation amongst parents and carers. Click here for the full case study [Word 22.5KB]
Motorvation
Motorvation aims to provide support, training and employment experience - relating to motor vehicle maintenance, driving, life and study skills - for vulnerable young people aged 16 and above from the ebndc area. This case study outlines how involvement with Motorvation significantly increased the confidence of one particular young person, helped them to gain employment and not re-offend. Click here for the full case study [Word 22.5KB]
Motorvation
This case study gives more background to the successful Motorvation project. Click here for the full case study [Word 21.5KB]