Non Violent Resistance
Details
Families Together
Who is it for?
• Parents/Carers with children who show
violent, aggressive, controlling or selfdestructive behaviours (aged 5 – 17yrs)
• Families across Hampshire, Southampton,
Portsmouth and Isle of Wight
How does it work?
• By breaking the cycle of violent and
aggressive behaviour
• Creating a support network for the whole
family
• Giving siblings a voice and support
• Flexible ongoing NVR support service
available on completion, to help parents
stay on track and make sustainable
changes
What is it?
• 10 weekly practical group sessions
providing NVR (Non-violent
Resistance) strategies and guidance
• Engaging activities that build social
and emotional capabilities
What will it change?
• Building positive relationships within the
family unit
• Empowering parents to change their
responses and resist violent behaviour
• Reducing frequency and/or severity of
violent incidents
• Improving school attendance
• Improving relationships with professionals
Who is it for?
• Parents/Carers with children who show
violent, aggressive, controlling or selfdestructive behaviours (aged 5 – 17yrs)
• Families across Hampshire, Southampton,
Portsmouth and Isle of Wight
How does it work?
• By breaking the cycle of violent and
aggressive behaviour
• Creating a support network for the whole
family
• Giving siblings a voice and support
• Flexible ongoing NVR support service
available on completion, to help parents
stay on track and make sustainable
changes
What is it?
• 10 weekly practical group sessions
providing NVR (Non-violent
Resistance) strategies and guidance
• Engaging activities that build social
and emotional capabilities
What will it change?
• Building positive relationships within the
family unit
• Empowering parents to change their
responses and resist violent behaviour
• Reducing frequency and/or severity of
violent incidents
• Improving school attendance
• Improving relationships with professionals
Contact
Email Address:
jemmacowley@youthoptions.org.uk
Phone Number:
02394 213678
Further Information
Age Ranges:
4-11, 12-17
Charges:
Off
Supports:
Individuals
https://www.youthoptions.org.uk