There are a number of reasons people may not wish to access centre-based services; by conducting outreach we can ensure that these people are not excluded from ALDP and other services. In many ways, the assertive outreach function is an extension of the ALDP's drop-in work - we can provide friendly, non-judgmental advice and support on the streets. Services provided include advocacy, phone calls, referrals to ALDP (and other services) and brief solution-focused interventions. Since its establishment in late August 2008, ALDP's outreach service has engaged with over 100 individuals on the street. Many of these people were not familiar with local services; outreach supported them to access suitable resources. ALDP is committed to liaising with other local services and stakeholders to work towards a city that is accessible and enjoyable for all its citizens and visitors.
ALDP Peer Support Group - Duck, Dive and Survive:
In November 2008, ALDP intend to carry out peer-led outreach, disseminating information about keeping safe on the streets, created by the ALDP peer group. We asked the peer group what they felt was inappropriate and appropriate behaviour on the street. Based on their discussion, we supported them to create a durable leaflet with a few handy tips for staying safe on the street. The leaflets also promote the ALDP freephone number 1800 78 68 28. The ALDP have a number of innovative ideas to promote our assertive street-based outreach work and will update this News section as new initiatives are rolled out.
Download Electronic copies of the leaflet:
Peer Outreach Leaflet Front
Peer Outreach Leaflet Back
Source: www.aldp.ie, 20/10/2008
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