Positive Change
Our ‘Positive change’ service supports those who are single or within the family unit, we accept referrals from men and women who are at risk of offending, are currently offending, or have a history of offending.
We offer practical 1-2-1 support to improve circumstances that lead to difficult relationships and home environments, to prevent and reduce incidents of domestic abuse.
If you require support for any of the following reasons then the ‘positive change’ service can help you.
Criminal Justice System Support
Financial Wellbeing
Mental Health Wellbeing
Social Inclusion
Housing Needs Or Prison Resettlement
Family Support
Substance Or Alcohol Misuse
Anger Management
We offer non-judgmental advice and support.
If you are not sure whether you may be at risk of domestic abuse or at risk of perpetrating domestic abuse please see our checklist to help you.
Download our referral form and return it to enquiries@aimnorthwest.org.uk
Respect 1-2-1
Who we support:
• Individuals assessed as low to medium risk.
• Aged 16+
Our pathways:
• 10‑week Early Intervention & Awareness Programme.
• 16+ week Behaviour Change Programme for those needing more structured support to change their behaviour.
Who we cannot support:
• High‑risk cases.
• We will always signpost to specialist services in Wigan where a higher level of support is needed.
Our approach:
• Respect‑aligned
• Safety‑focused
• Accountability‑based
Referral for Prevent Services
If you are referring to the Respect 1-2-1 or group behaviour change programme delivered by AIM Northwest, please read the criteria policy before making a referral. If you would like more information on this before making a referral then please make contact with the team on 01942 918648.
Peer Support and Drop Ins
Weekly Stepping Stones Drop‑In
Thursdays, 10:00 - 11:30 am
Our weekly drop‑ins are open to anyone who needs prevent support.
You don’t need an appointment and you don’t need to be accessing any of our other services.
Just walk in.
Stepping Stones offers:
• Computer access for job‑seeking, applying for benefits or completing online forms
• Use of a phone to contact other services
• Light‑touch support to improve health and wellbeing
• A welcoming, supportive space to talk or get practical help
We meet in a relaxed common room with pool table, table hockey and table tennis fostering a positive, relaxed environment to engage with a drink.
