Forensic Care Support
Specialist Forensic Support for Life Beyond Secure Settings
For some adults and young people, complex health or behavioural needs may overlap with involvement in the criminal justice system, secure services, or forensic mental health pathways. At Home Not Hospital, we specialise in supporting individuals with forensic histories or risks to live safely and confidently in their own homes. Our forensic care support service combines clinical expertise, robust risk management, and a person-centred approach, helping every individual make positive, sustainable changes for a safer, more independent future.
What is Forensic Care Support?
Forensic care support is a specialist service for people who may have a history of offending, are at risk of
- Challenging or high-risk behaviours
- Complex mental health conditions
- Learning disabilities or autism with associated forensic risk
- Personality disorders
Substance misuse issues - A history of secure hospital or prison settings
Our support is designed to reduce risks, promote rehabilitation, and empower individuals to re-integrate into their communities safely and successfully.
Who We Support
We provide forensic care support for:
- Adults and young people transitioning from secure hospitals or custodial environments to community living
- Individuals on Community Treatment Orders (CTOs), MAPPA, or under forensic supervision
- People at risk of offending or re-offending due to mental health, behavioural, or neurodevelopmental challenges
- Clients needing close supervision, structure, and multi-agency working to remain safe in the community
- Families and carers seeking additional reassurance and support
Our service is always tailored to individual risk factors, clinical needs, and community resources.
Our Approach: Safe, Respectful, and Evidence-Based
At Home Not Hospital, we understand the importance of safety for clients, families, and the wider community. Our forensic care packages are developed through thorough risk assessments, close partnership with statutory agencies, and ongoing collaboration with clients and their support networks.
Our Forensic Care Support Services Include:
- Risk assessment and management: Ongoing evaluation of triggers, warning signs, and risk factors, with detailed support plans in place
- Supervised daily living support: Help with personal care, medication, routines, and healthy choices
- Behavioural support: Positive Behaviour Support (PBS), trauma-informed approaches, and low-arousal techniques to reduce triggers and promote emotional regulation
- Structured routines and boundaries: Establishing predictable schedules and clear expectations for daily life
- Community integration: Support with safe participation in education, work, volunteering, and social activities
- Multi-agency working: Regular communication and planning with probation, social services, NHS teams, police, and other agencies
- Monitoring and reporting: Transparent systems for sharing updates and escalating concerns
- Respite and crisis support: Extra help for families and carers during high-risk periods
Why Forensic Care at Home?
Many people with forensic support needs want to rebuild their lives in the least restrictive environment possible. Receiving support at home allows for:
- Greater independence and personal responsibility
- Reduced stigma and more normalised daily routines
- Stronger family and community connections
- Tailored, one-to-one support that adapts to risks and progress
- Lower rates of re-offending and hospital readmission
Our Team & Training
All Home Not Hospital staff involved in forensic care undergo enhanced training in:
- Safeguarding, MAPPA, and legal frameworks
- Risk assessment and incident management
Positive Behaviour - Support and trauma-informed care
- Mental health, learning disability, and autism awareness
Communication and conflict resolution
Our service is overseen by registered managers, clinical leads, and safeguarding specialists, ensuring robust oversight at all times.
Collaborative, Multi-Agency Working
Forensic care is never delivered in isolation. We work closely with:
- Probation services and police
- NHS forensic and
community mental health teams - Social workers, MAPPA coordinators, and legal guardians
- Housing associations and local authorities
This joined-up approach ensures clear communication, shared responsibility, and the best possible outcomes for clients and the wider community.
Flexible, Responsive Packages
Risks and needs can change quickly. We offer flexible packages that can increase or decrease as circumstances evolve, with rapid response and extra support available at times of heightened risk. Our goal is always to prevent crises, maintain stability, and enable safe, positive progress in the community.
Supporting Families and Carers
Families can feel anxious about the risks and challenges of forensic support. We provide emotional support, practical advice, and clear information to help families understand and manage risks. Our team is available 24/7 for urgent issues or reassurance.
Why Choose Home Not Hospital?
- Extensive experience in forensic care support
- Robust risk management and safeguarding expertise
- Multi-agency working and transparent communication
- Person-centred, rehabilitation-focused approach
- National reach with local teams
Next Steps
If you or someone you care for needs forensic care support at home, contact Home Not Hospital for a confidential assessment and planning discussion. Together, we’ll design a package that prioritises safety, independence, and long-term success—at home, every day.
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Group
The Specialist Homecare Group, encompassing Home Not Hospital and Complex Care Choices stands as a beacon of dedicated, comprehensive care in the community.
By offering a spectrum of tailored services ranging from intensive complex care to fostering independence and quality of life, this cohesive network of care providers ensures every individual’s health and well-being are managed with expertise, compassion, and a deep commitment to delivering care that feels like home, not hospital.
With a focus on personalisation and respect for each client’s unique journey, the group redefines the standards of homecare excellence.