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Somerset Phoenix Project

Working alongside professionals and supporting children, young people and families affected by sexual abuse.

A specialist service supporting the development of professionals in Somerset. We are here to reduce the negative impact of child sexual abuse (CSA) on the lives of children and families living in Somerset

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Somerset Phoenix is a small service provided by Barnardo's and Somerset & Avon Rape and Sexual Abuse Support (SARSAS). Providing support, training, consultation, and signposting to professionals supporting children, young people and families affected by child sexual abuse (CSA). We are a small team covering the whole of Somerset. We are not a referral service or a crisis service. If you need crisis intervention, refer to the useful links page.

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For professionals

Information on training courses, professional consultation and guides for supporting children affected by sexual abuse

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For parents & carers

Support for safe carers; peer support groups, information guids, tips for managing behaviour associated with the abuse

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For children & young people

Support and information centered on you, what you need now and in the future

Latest News

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12 Aug 2024

Addressing unrest

Addressing unrest, disinformation and violence – Sector signposting This is a list of links to resources to help us all support young pe...

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06 Jun 2024

Podcast: The P Pod

Listen to the latest Podcast from the Somerset Safeguarding Children Partnership. Our team members Jodie and Ellie were invited to talk...

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08 May 2024

Drop-in slots for education professionals

Hello! Do you work in an educational setting in Somerset? Are you working alongside a child / young person who has experienced sexua...

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