Latest Updates

Where to get furniture and homeware – updated

This document has been updated to include a new grant from Big Change Luton - up to £500 for residents of Luton at risk of homelessness.

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Emergency Contacts

As we typically operate on a Monday-Friday 9am to 5pm basis, please see the attached list of services that are available for emergency/out of hours support.

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Winter Services – Luton 2022

As the festive season is approaching, different services across the county have their own operating hours. For the latest updates on opening times please see our Winter Out of Hours contact leaflet for Luton

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Winter Services – Bedford & Central Bedfordshire 2022

As the festive season is approaching, different services across the county have their own operating hours. For the latest updates on opening times please see our Winter Out of Hours contact leaflet for Bedford and Central Bedfordshire.

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Where to get furniture and homeware – Hardship Funds

We have been getting an increased number of enquiries for help with furnishings and homeware for people in need. We have updated this document so thought we would repost to help give some ideas. If you are aware of any that should be added to this document please do get in touch to let us know!

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August 2022 Newsletter!

Our newsletter has been designed for our partners and service users to see what we have been up to and how our service is progressing. If you would like to be on our next 'Service Shout Out!' please get in touch!

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Newsletter July 2022!

Our newsletter has been designed for our partners and service users to see what we have been up to and how our service is progressing. If you would like to be on our next 'Service Shout Out!' please get in touch!

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Newsletter May 2022!

Our newsletter has been designed for our partners and service users to see what we have been up to and how our service is progressing. If you would like to be on our next 'Service Shout Out!' please get in touch!

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YouTurn Futures shortlisted for Charity Governance Award

We are delighted to announce that YouTurn has been shortlisted for a Charity Governance Award 2022 for the category: Transforming with Digital. Please read our story to find out more about this achievement and see the shortlist here.....

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YouTurn Futures has been recognised in HMICFRS report!

Fantastic news that we are recognised for our contribution by Her Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire & Rescue Service in their recent grading of Bedfordshire Police as OUTSTANDING for their approach to managing offenders. Direction for Bedfordshire is an integral part of the Integrated Offender Management process now in Bedfordshire. This is a fantastic achievement by Bedfordshire Police, and we extend thanks to all our partners involved in making Beds a safer place! See our news here:

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Newsletter April 2022

Our newsletter has been designed for our partners and service users to see what we have been up to and how our service is progressing. If you would like to be on our next 'Service Shout Out!' please get in touch!

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AUK Radio Interview with Tommy

AUK Radio, Youthology interviewed Tommy from Direction for Bedfordshire earlier this month. Have a listen here:

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Newsletter March 2022

Our newsletter has been designed for our partners and service users to see what we have been up to and how our service is progressing. We are looking for spaces to meet with clients for 1 to 1s or drop-in sessions. Please get in contact with us if you feel like this is something you could support us with.

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Newsletter February 2022

Our newsletter has been designed for our partners and service users to see what we have been up to and how our service is progressing. If you would like to be on our next 'Service Shout Out!' please get in touch!

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January 2022 Newsletter!

Our newsletter has been designed for our partners and service users to see what we have been up to and how our service is progressing.

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Opening Times for Bedford and Central Bedfordshire Services over Christmas Period

This document provides information we have collated about vital services over the Christmas period - opening dates/times and emergency contacts. Luton is covered in a separate document. Please feel free to share with colleagues and clients.

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Opening Times for Luton Services over Christmas Period

This document provides information we have collated about vital services over the Christmas period - opening dates/times and emergency contacts. Bedford and Central Bedfordshire are covered in a separate document. Please feel free to share with colleagues and clients.

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December 2021 Newsletter

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November 2021 Newsletter

Our newsletter has been designed for our partners and service users to see what we have been up to and how our service is progressing.

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September 2021 Newsletter

Our newsletter has been designed for our partners and service users to see what we have been up to and how our service is progressing.

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August 2021 Newsletter

Our newsletter has been designed for our partners and service users to see what we have been up to and to document how our service has progressed.

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July 2021 Newsletter

Our newsletter has been designed for our partners and service users to see what we have been up to and to document how our service has progressed.

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Where to get furniture and homeware for clients?

We receive many referrals asking for homeware and furniture for clients, so we have put together this document for professionals and individuals detailing all the different resources available to help with these enquiries.

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VACANCIES! Direction+ Caseworker x 2

We're recruiting 2 new caseworkers. Please see the attached document for information on what the role entails and how to apply.

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June 2021 Newsletter

Our newsletter has been designed for our partners and service users to see what we have been up to and to document how our service has progressed.

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YouTurn Futures Impact Report 2020-21

Please see the attached Impact Report which showcases the work of each business area that make up YouTurn Futures.

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May 2021 Newsletter

Our newsletter has been designed for our partners and service users to see what we have been up to and to document how our service has progressed.

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April 2021 Newsletter

Our newsletter has been designed for our partners and service users to see what we have been up to and to document how our service has progressed.

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March 2021 Newsletter

Our newsletter has been designed for our partners and service users to see what we have been up to and to document how our service has progressed.

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February 2021 Newsletter

Our newsletter has been designed for our partners and service users to see what we have been up to and to document how our service has progressed.

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Direction+ Caseworker Job Vacancy

WE'RE HIRING! Please see the attached document and link for the job description and how to apply!

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January 2021 Newsletter

Our newsletter has been designed for our partners and service users to see what we have been up to and to document how our service has progressed.

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December 2020 Newsletter

Our newsletter has been designed for our partners and service users to see what we have been up to and to document how our service has progressed.

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Christmas 2020 Distraction Pack

RECOOP has been working with older individuals with convictions (in prisons and the community) for over ten years and recognises the importance of keeping active, both physically and mentally. They have been producing these packs for over four years now with recipients finding them a fun, informative and educational distraction.

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Festive Period Service Provision 2020 – Luton

An easy, printable document for partners and clients about the services available over Christmas and New Year.

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Festive Period Service Provision 2020 – Bedford and Central Bedfordshire

An easy, printable document for partners and clients about the services available over Christmas and New Year.

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Jobcentre Plus Opening Hours and Benefits Payments Christmas 2020

Here is some information about opening times for the DWP and when claimants on Universal Credit will receive their payments over the festive period.

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The Hardman Directory

The Hardman Directory gives prisoners and those recently released free access to accurate information on supplementary funding and other forms of financial support that may be available to them

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November 2020 Newsletter

Our newsletter has been designed for our partners and service users to see what we have been up to and to document how our service has progressed.

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October 2020 Newsletter

Our newsletter has been designed for our partners and service users to see what we have been up to and to document how our service has progressed.

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September 2020 Newsletter

Our newsletter has been designed for our partners and service users to see what we have been up to and to document how our service has progressed.

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Survey Feedback 2020

Here is an infographic of the results from our feedback questionnaire, which is completed when referrals are closed. We always want to ensure that Direction for Bedfordshire is working for our clients and partners as an effective and helpful service!

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August 2020 Newsletter

Our newsletter has been designed for our partners and service users to see what we have been up to and to document how our service has progressed.

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Direction for Bedfordshire New Role Vacancy

https://www.webrecruit.co/job-seekers/job-details/?id=2QIHO

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July 2020 Newsletter

Our newsletter has been designed for our partners and service users to see what we have been up to and to document how our service has progressed.

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Case Studies

We have compiled a number of different case studies to exhibit the work that Direction for Bedfordshire does and the positive impact that we have.

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June 2020 Newsletter

Our newsletter has been designed for our partners and service users to see what we have been up to and to document how our service has progressed.

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Bedfordshire Mental Health Crisis Support

ELFT have produced a poster detailing all the mental health crisis support available in Luton and Bedfordshire.

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Luton NHS Mental Health Services

ELFT have produced a poster detailing all the mental health support available in Luton.

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Central Bedfordshire NHS Mental Health Services

ELFT have produced a poster detailing all the mental health support available in Central Bedfordshire.

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Bedford Borough NHS Mental Health Services

ELFT have produced a poster detailing all the mental health support available in Bedford Borough.

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May 2020 Newsletter

Our newsletter has been designed for our partners and service users to see what we have been up to and to document how our service has progressed.

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Impact Report – Supporting Letter

This letter from Robin Porter who is the Chair of Trustees for YouTurn Futures and Chief Executive of Luton Borough Council. This letter supports the end of year impact report and emphasises the work that we do at Direction for Bedfordshire.

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YouTurn Futures Impact Report 2019-2020

This eye catching impact report marks the end of the 2019/20 year for YouTurn Futures. The report highlights key achievements and shows how the whole organisation has performed over the year.

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April 2020 Newsletter

Our newsletter has been designed for our partners and service users to see what we have been up to and to document how our service has progressed.

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Supporting Mental Wellbeing Resources and Apps

NHS Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes Commissioning Collaborative have put together a very useful list of resources and apps for mental wellbeing.

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End of Year Newsletter

Our newsletter has been designed for our partners and service users to see what we have been up to and to document how our service has progressed. This newsletter marks the end of our first year of service!

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March 2020 Newsletter – COVID 19 Update

Our newsletter gives an update on how we are adapting our service to support others during the COVID 19 pandemic.

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Prison Leavers and New Universal Credit Claims

Information for prison leavers who need to make a new Universal Credit Claim during the Coronavirus Crisis - 20th March 2020 onwards

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Neighbourhood Watch response to COVID-19

Please follow (copy & paste) the link to Neighbourhood Watch's website to see how they are supporting others in the community during this difficult time: http://www.ourwatch.org.uk/

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Coronavirus (COVID 19) Statement

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February 2020 Newsletter

Our newsletter has been designed for our partners and service users to see what we have been up to and to document how our service has progressed.

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Universal Credit and You

A User-friendly guide to Universal Credit

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January 2020 Newsletter

Our newsletter has been designed for our partners and service users to see what we have been up to and to document how our service has progressed.

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December 2019 Newsletter

Our newsletter has been designed for our partners and service users to see what we have been up to and to document how our service has progressed.

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Christmas 2019 National Support Services

Here is a helpful list of services that are open for support over the Christmas 2019 period.

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Ban the Box Employers

Ban the Box calls on UK employers to give ex-offenders a fair chance to compete for jobs by removing the tick box from application forms and asking about criminal convictions later in the recruitment process. So far, 135 employers have signed up to Ban the Box, covering about 910,000 roles. Find out who those companies are, why Ban the Box is important to them and how they manage their application processes.

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November 2019 Newsletter

Our newsletter has been designed for our partners and service users to see what we have been up to and to document how our service has progressed.

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October 2019 Newsletter

Our newsletter has been designed for our partners and service users to see what we have been up to and to document how our service has progressed.

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Survey Results April-September 2019

Here is an info-graphic that details the results from our surveys. These are taken 3 months on from referrals to measure how effective our signposting was.

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September 2019 Newsletter

Our newsletter has been designed for our partners and service users to see what we have been up to and to document how our service has progressed.

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August 2019 Newsletter

Our newsletter has been designed for our partners and service users to see what we have been up to and to document how our service has progressed.

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July 2019 Newsletter

Our newsletter has been designed for our partners and service users to see what we have been up to and to document how our service has progressed.

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June 2019 Newsletter

Our newsletter has been designed for our partners and service users to see what we have been up to and to document how our service has progressed.

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May 2019 Newsletter

Our newsletter has been designed for our partners and service users to see what we have been up to and to document how our service has progressed.

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