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Step Up Dads Programme

We know talking about your behaviour and emotions is tricky, but you’re in the right place.

Dads, it’s time to step up to the plate.

If you’ve already completed our Second Step programme, and are looking to work on your fathering or co-parenting skills, our Step Up Dads programme is for you.

You’ve already come so far along in your journey to healthier relationships, with our Second Step programme helping you explore your emotions and how to build healthier relationships going forward. Now’s the time to go that one step further, and be the father you’ve always wanted to be.

Our change programmes are run through The Jenkins Project; a project managed by Freeva, designed help you step away from abusive behaviour.

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To kickstart your journey to being the Dad your kids have always deserved, call 0116 254 0101.

How to Get Help

To get started with your referral onto one of our Jenkins Project Programmes, please call the number below or fill in the self referral form; if you are a professional looking to refer someone else, please fill in the professionals referral form.

These are our core office hours for The Jenkins Project. Should we be unable to answer the phone due to being with a client, please leave a message and we will get back to you as soon as possible.

Please Note: If you’re 18 and under and looking for support, please use “The YP Project Self Referral” form. If you’re over 18, please use “The Jenkins Project Self Referral” form.

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Maintenance Programme

We know that our emotions don’t just go away, and that responding positively to situations is not always easy.

Bad days and triggering situations might make you feel like you’ve taken a backwards step on your journey, but we want to reassure you that you’re still on the right path, and we’re always available for help and support in the future should you need it.

If you’ve completed one of our programmes, we offer 1-2-1 maintenance support, as and when you need it. To attend a support session, give us a call and speak to one of our friendly team.

Real Life Stories

Feeling nervous about taking those first steps and reaching out to us? We understand how you might be feeling, so we’ve provided you with some case stories below of the real life people we’ve supported through our services and how we’ve made a real imapct to them and their families.
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This journey is not easy. The trauma of sexual abuse doesn’t just disappear. But with the right support, the right people by your side, healing is possible. I’m not where I want to be yet, but I am no longer trapped in the darkness of my trauma.
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