Support and Options Service

The Support and Options service is a new project for Genesis, aimed at supporting women who seek to make changes in their life and move on from sex work.  The dedicated Support and Options worker will work with women on a one to one basis, using structured support plans to assist them in identifying their support needs and the goals they wish to achieve.  The role is focussed on providing women with the tools and structure to allow them to move forward in their life, away from sex work.  This is offered by giving practical and emotional support through regular one to one visits at a place of the woman's choosing  This may be at their home or at the office.

The Support and Options worker is able to work with ten women at a time.  The service is client led, meaning that the service will be driven by the needs of each individual woman.  The Support and Options worker will work at the service user's pace and help them identify their own support needs.

Who is it for?
Women over 18 that are involved or have previously been involved in sex work that are ready and willing to make positive changes to their lives.

How will the Support and Options worker help me?
The Support and Options worker will listen to what you have to say about the support you feel you need and the changes you are thinking of making.  She will support you to access other services and to move forward in your life.  She is also able to provide emotional support and assist in confidence building.

How do I access the Support and Options worker?
There are a number of ways in which to access the Support and Options worker, either by self-referral or getting a professional you are working with to refer you to the service.  You can access the referral form through the website or self-refer over the phone.  Alternatively, you can self-refer through street/sauna outreach or by coming along to the office drop in.

If you wish to get more information about this service please contact the Support and Options worker - Louisa, in the office on 0113 2430036 or 07506 490534.  Alternatively, you can email me on louisarodriguez@btconnect.com

One of our service users writes a blog about the issues involved in sex working and trying to exit the industry.  This can be accessed at http://theactressinme.blogspot.com.