Name of programme and delivery organisation

Respect – Dads Space 121, supervised online child contact service

Objective

To enhance the relationship between fathers and their children post separation

Short description of service: 50 words max

The service works like a secure and expertly moderated face book. It is used by parents where contact has proved problematic. The service is used in contact disputes facilitating contact between parent and adopted children.
The child and parent can exchange messages, photos and play online games in an environment that is fully moderated. A significant and ongoing support is available for parents and carers from Dads Space staff

Practical Information: e.g HL number/ opening hours, web address

Phone 020 7549 0583
Referral forms can be down loaded from http://www.respect.uk.net/pages/professionals-referring-to-dads-space-1-2-1.html

Target audience

Separated families

Scale: current number of users

70
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Cost to customer

Cafcass referrals are funded
Refuges have free access
LAs – one off fee of £800

Evidence of impact and quality

No reported further abuse of the child or resident parent via Dads Space or linked to Dads Space since the service began in 2009.